Newsletter – July 3, 2025
We gathered today without our illustrious President Cindy Sullivan, who is camping “up north” for the July 4th holiday, and Jeff Dennings stood in for her. Expecting a small crowd, Jeff changed several usual procedures, pledging allegiance...
Building Community and Joy: The Success of the West Flint Optimist Club’s Stammtisch
The West Flint Optimist Club has always been dedicated to bringing people together and making a difference in the community. Over the past year, one initiative has stood out for its unique approach to fostering camaraderie and joy: the Stammtisch. Held every other...
Newsletters
Newsletter – April 24, 2025
Metal Muscle Robotics Team Speakers seen above with Member and monthly Program Chair Steve Schlott (in striped shirt) are (L-R) high school student Luke, Lead Mentor Don Ridge, and Scott, They described how their team of 19 students have been very successful in...
Newsletter – April 17, 2025
April 17, 2025 Amber Miller from Boys & Girls Club in Flint spoke with the group of 13 members this morning about the Club, changes in staffing and programming over the years, and new directions. Her goals of providing “access, opportunity, and experience” to...
Newsletter – April 3, 2025
April Kicks Off with Club Updates, Community Projects & Spring Surprises West Flint Optimist Club – Meeting Recap for April 3, 2025 Twelve members gathered this past Thursday for another engaging and spirited West Flint Optimist Club meeting. Although Spring...
Community Events
Flushing Summerfest 2023 Beer Tent is Huge Success
There was standing room only on Friday night for the Rock and Roll concert. We didn't hear many complaints (actually only 1 from a guy that showed up already intoxicated). The concert Saturday night wasn't as crowded and the older people that were there for the...