- BULLETIN BOARD ARCHIVES:
BULLETIN BOARD ARCHIVES BLOG PAGE: This page contains postings for the current Optimist year which goes from October 1, 2018 to September 30, 2019. To review the club events and activities from the previous 2017-2018 Optimist year, see the "ARCHIVES: PREVIOUS POSTINGS" in the right hand column of thIs page, and click on the "OCTOBER 2017" listing for all of the postings for that year. The archives also contain additional prior listings by month and year as show in the list. The <<Previous link at the bottom of the page may also be used to reach prior postings on the Bulletin Board Archives page.
2018 -2019 Optimist Year, October 1, 2018 through September 30, 2019
 | • Latest Announcements: • September 26: (Thursday) 36th Annual Northridge Optimist Club Scramble fundraiser golf outing |
| Current Club Schedule: Meetings on Tuesdays at Noon, held at Brixx Ice Co., 500 E. 1st St., Dayton, Ohio 45402, unless otherwise indicated. Please check club website bulletin board weekly for updates. (No club meetings during the holiday weeks of Christmas and New Years Day) • September 26: (Thursday) 36th Annual Northridge Optimist Club Scramble fundraiser golf outing • October 1: (First meeting of 2019-2020 Optimist year) - Review of Golf Outing • October 3 (Thursday): Dayton Presidents Club - Citizens Legion of Honor Luncheon • October 8: Club Budget & Donation Planning • October 15: Open • October 22: Open • October 29: Open • November 5: Open • November 12: Open • November 19: Open |     2019: Optimist International Centennial |
Update of September 24, 2019:
| The 36th Annual Northridge Optimist Club Scramble is scheduled for Thursday, September 26 at Miami Valley Golf Club. The event is our club fundraiser for Northridge area youth activities and education. Thanks to the golfers, donors, and sponsors who have registered to support the event. |  |
Update of September 18, 2019:
Last Call:
Attention golfers, sponsors, and donors:
In order for sponsor, and donor names to appear in the Event Program for the Northridge Optimist Club Scramble, the information must be received no later than Thursday, September 19. Golfer registrations can be received by Monday, September 23, in order to play in the Sept. 26 event. See below for registration information.
In order for sponsor, and donor names to appear in the Event Program for the Northridge Optimist Club Scramble, the information must be received no later than Thursday, September 19. Golfer registrations can be received by Monday, September 23, in order to play in the Sept. 26 event. See below for registration information.
Update of August 3, 2019:
Save the Date:
Thursday, September 26, 2019
Fundraiser in support of Northridge area youth activities and educational enhancements.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO and Golfer, Sponsor, Donor sign-up form.
Thursday, September 26, 2019
Fundraiser in support of Northridge area youth activities and educational enhancements.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO and Golfer, Sponsor, Donor sign-up form.
Update of July 18, 2019
 Speaker at the July 16 meeting: Jane Novick, CASA Program Manager for Montgomery County Juvenile Court was the speaker at the meeting on Tuesday, July 16. "CASA" stands for Court Appointed Special Advocates. CASA volunteers look out for the best interests of abused and neglected children in the courts. The program promotes and supports quality volunteer representation for children. |  |
Jane described how volunteer advocates meet frequently with the chlldren, breaking down barriers and building trust. They can provide some continuity in the life of a child in unstable circumstances. The CASA volunteer plays an important role in helping the court decide what is best for the child. She related some of the success stories in placing the kids into a safe environment.
To learn more about CASA, with "Stories of Hope", volunteer opportunities, and donation information, check out the following link: http://casamc.com. Besides monetary donations, you can also support the program by donating items such as clothing, toys, supplies, backpacks, etc., which can be used to enhance the lives of the children being served.
Also see the Mont. Co. Juvenile Ct. CASA facebook page at: www.facebook.com/montgomerycountyjuvenilecourtcasaprogram/
To learn more about CASA, with "Stories of Hope", volunteer opportunities, and donation information, check out the following link: http://casamc.com. Besides monetary donations, you can also support the program by donating items such as clothing, toys, supplies, backpacks, etc., which can be used to enhance the lives of the children being served.
Also see the Mont. Co. Juvenile Ct. CASA facebook page at: www.facebook.com/montgomerycountyjuvenilecourtcasaprogram/
Update of July 3, 2019:
Update of June 28, 2019:
 Carrie Dalrymple (left) was presented with a certificate of thanks by Tod Brining (right), club Webmanger/Bulletin Editor | The speaker at the June 25 meeting was Carrie Dalrymple of The Dayton Foudation. Carrie is the Community Relations Program Officer for the foundation. She updated club members on newly revised "Guidelines for Committee Advised Funds" and answered questions about the two funds for which the Northridge Optimist Club acts as an advisory committee. These are The Optimist Club of Dayton-Northridge Scholarship Fund, and the Northridge Polar Bear Foundation Fund. The first is our endowment fund for Northridge Scholarships, and the second is for awarding grants in support of education in Northridge Local Schools. Both are component funds of The Dayton Foundation. Carrie's visit was extremely helpful in updating the club and providing an outlook on the future of their administration. For more information on these funds, click on these links to see their pages on this website: Northridge Optimist Club Scholarships and Polar Bear Foundation Fund For more on The Dayton Foundation see their website at : https://www.daytonfoundation.org |
Update of June 18, 2019:
| The speaker at the June 18 meeting was Rick Lakin, introducing a new book celebrating the 100th anniversary of Optimist International. "Bringing out the Best - The First Century of Optimist International (1919-2019)" is authored by former Optimist International President David E. Bruns, and published by Rick's company iCrew Digital Productions. It is currently available on Amazon for $25. It will be available at this year's International Optimist Convention for $20. At a later time it will also be available as an e-book. Rick is also working on a website where the book will be available for Optimists to view for free. |  |
Rick Lakin is the Best-Selling Children’s Science Fiction Author of Brilliant, and the publisher at iCrewDigitalPublishing.com and has published 35 books by 11 authors. Rick has been an Optimist for almost two years and is the district webmaster at calso41.us and was a Toastmaster. He is a member of the 1000 Club of the National Association of Sports Public Address Announcers. Rick is an Advanced Communicator Silver in Toastmasters International and is a member of American Mensa. Rick works as a Sports Statistician for broadcast television and is a retired math teacher. He lives in Southern California but his roots are in Columbus, Ohio, home of The Ohio State University Buckeyes.
http://www.ricklakin.com
http://www.ricklakin.com
 | "Bringing out the Best - The First Century of Optimist International (1919-2019)" Available on Amazon: This amazing chronicle brings the history of Optimist International to life with stories of real Optimists and their positive impact on youth, local communities, and the world. The book traces the roots of Optimism to visionary leaders in the early part of the Twentieth Century who overcame difficulties to share their uplifting message—based on The Optimist Creed—across the United States, into Canada, throughout the Caribbean, and ultimately around the globe. Bringing Out the Best is a great read for everyone whose lives have been touched in some way by the Optimist movement and for anyone who is interested in the evolution of service organizations over the last century. https://www.amazon.com/Bringing-Century-Optimist-International-1919-2019/dp/0578518007/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=bringing+out+the+best%2C+david+bruns&qid=1560908825&s=gateway&sr=8-1 |
| Agape for Youth Fundraiser: Optimist Zone 11 Lt. Governor Ann Morrissey sends a reminder about Agape For Youth's 30th Annivesary Fundraising Gala. Agape for youth provides foster care, adoption through foster care and reunification services throughout Southwestern Ohio. Agape also provides services through a collaboration to youth who have emancipated out of the foster care system. To learn more about Agape and the fundraiser visit their website at https://agapeforyouth.com/save-the-date-2/ |  |
Update of June 11, 2019:
Registration Materials Available for Scholarship Scramble:
The 36th Annual Northridge Optimist Club Scramble is scheduled for Thursday, September 26 at Miami Valley Golf Club. The event is our club fundraiser for Northridge area youth activities and education. For more information, see the drop down sub menu for the "2019 Northridge Optimist Scramble Fundraiser" event page under "Activities" in the menu bar, or CLICK HERE to go to that page. The event will be held at Miami Valley Golf Club for the third year in a row, and the price is still the same as last year. The Event Flyer can be downloaded from that page, with information for golfer registration, sponsorships, and donor opportunities. There is also a link to the report on last year's event, and a copy of last year's Event Program, which shows how sponsor and donor names are recognized. Save the date, and join us in September.
Update of June 4, 2019:
Meeting of June 4, 2019:
The speaker at the June 4 meeting was Zella Cook, Manager of the Shiloh Farmers' Market.
| The Shiloh Farmers Market operates on the corner of N. Main St and Philadelphia Dr in Harrison Township (5300 Philadelphia Drive, Dayyton, OH 45415, in the parking lot of Shiloh Church). On May 4th they opened for for their 21st season! The hours are 8AM to 1PM on Saturdays from May to October. Manager Zella Cook stated "We are excited to be part of bringing locally grown fresh produce and goods to this area of Dayton. We would so welcome a chance to tell folks about our market! This area of town is right on the edge of what has been deemed the "food desert". Six years ago our market was the first entire farmers market in the area to accept SNAP/EBT in Montgomery Co. Now there are several others. We believe that access to good quality, locally grown fruits and vegetables, and other locally produced goods should be available to everyone across the economic spectrum. Shiloh Farmers Market is sometimes described as "a well kept secret". |  Zella Cook (left) received a Certificate of Thanks from Club President Mike |
 CLICK on this image to download a printable flyer for the Shiloh Farmers' Market | Learn more about Shiloh Farmers' Market on their website at http://www.shilohfarmersmarket.com/home.html and see the history of the market, a list of vendors, pictures, and other highlights. Try it out, and help spread the word about the fresh and locally grown offerings at this convenient community resource. |
Update of June 1, 2001:
Meeting of May 28, 2019:
CANCELLED due to weather emergency
Meetings will resume on Tuesday, June 4, 2019.
CANCELLED due to weather emergency
Meetings will resume on Tuesday, June 4, 2019.
Update of May 23, 2019:
Meeting of May 21:
 Judge Dankof (left), with club member Dave Williamson (right). | The Honorable Steven K. Dankof, Montgomery County Common Pleas Court, addressed club members at the May 21 meeting. The Montgomery County Common Pleas Court is a trial court of general jurisdiction that provides resolution of litigation in civil and criminal cases. Judge Dankof was appointed as a General Division Judge on December 30, 2010, and was elected to the bench in 2012 and re-elected in 2014. He received his BBA summa cum laude from The Ohio University in 1973 and his JD with Honors from the University of Texas at Austin School of Law in 1976. |
Update of May 15, 2019:
Meeting of May 14, 2019:
| Lynn Wood and Katie Kerry were the speakers at the May 14 meeting, representing Clothes That Work. Lynn is the Director of Development, and Katie is the Director of Education & Outreach. Lynn described Clothes That Work as being an all-volunteer, non-profit organization that has been providing professional clothing, image counseling and training for job seekers in Montgomery County since 1998. They provide interview appropriate clothing and training on how to dress for work, for both men and women. They also conduct seminars, give interviewing tips, and coach on exhibiting appropriate professional behavior. |  Club Secretary Diana Schaefer (center) presented Lynn Wood (left) and Katie Kerry (right) with a certificate of thanks |
Donations of clothing are needed to provide the needed outfits, and of course monetary donations are a main source of support. There are also numerous volunteer opportunities such as being a client coach, handling inventory, and working in the Boutique.
Support also comes from two fundraisers, “Men at Work” in the spring, and “Fashioning Futures Luncheon” in the fall.
Support also comes from two fundraisers, “Men at Work” in the spring, and “Fashioning Futures Luncheon” in the fall.
The “Clothes That Work Boutique” is a resale shop open to the public featuring high quality clothing. When donated clothing is not appropriate for interview or work situations, this clothing is sold in the Boutique. All of the proceeds from the Boutique go right back to the primary mission of the organization.
Katie, as the Director of Education & Outreach, told about a series of workshops designed to equip both job seekers and the newly employed with the knowledge and skills they need to create a professional image that will help them gain and maintain employment. These classes emphasize the fact that one’s professional image is composed of more than just clothes; image comprises communication skills, behaviors in the workplace, digital footprint, and financial health. She is now going to various area high schools to conduct the workshop, and covers things like conflict resolution, how to introduce oneself, resume building, and work ethic.
For volunteer opportunities, information on clothing donations, fundraising events, monetary donations, and the Boutique, see the Clothes That Work website at: http://www.clothesthatwork.org
Katie, as the Director of Education & Outreach, told about a series of workshops designed to equip both job seekers and the newly employed with the knowledge and skills they need to create a professional image that will help them gain and maintain employment. These classes emphasize the fact that one’s professional image is composed of more than just clothes; image comprises communication skills, behaviors in the workplace, digital footprint, and financial health. She is now going to various area high schools to conduct the workshop, and covers things like conflict resolution, how to introduce oneself, resume building, and work ethic.
For volunteer opportunities, information on clothing donations, fundraising events, monetary donations, and the Boutique, see the Clothes That Work website at: http://www.clothesthatwork.org
Update of May 10, 2019:
Meeting of May 7, 2019:
| • The speaker at the May 10 meeting was Harrison Township Trustee Roland Winburn. Mr. Winburn has been a township trustee since 2001, except for a period between 2008 and 2014 when he served as a representative in the Ohio House of Representatives. • Harrison Township includes the Northridge area in the eastern portion of the township, and the Shiloh and Fort McKinley neighborhoods in the western portion. With a significant industrial base, it is one of the largest urban townships in the state, and differs from most townships which are more rural in nature. Mr. Winburn addressed some of the needs that this entails, such as revitalizing residential neighborhoods. He also spoke about some of the development plans for the future, such as with Forest Park area. He also mentioned township involvements with other organizations such as Mont. Co. Township Assoc., and 1st Tier Suburbs Consortium, in coordinating with other area townships and neighborhoods. here to edit. |  Roland Winburn |
Update of May 3, 2019:
Meeting of April 30, 2019:
The Northridge Optimist Club annually recognizes two outstanding Miami Valley Career Technology Center students whose home school is Northridge, and presents them with scholarship awards. MVCTC hosted the awards luncheon at the meeting of Tuesday, April 30 at the MVCTC school. The recipients were Cameron McCormick and Faith Ray-Wolf. (Cameron was unable to attend the luncheon). Congratulations to Cameron and Faith, and many thanks to the MVCTC school and staff for their hospitality and for hosting the luncheon. For more see the MVCTC website story at http://www.mvctc.com/news/article/1433.
 |  |  Faith Ray-Wolf |
Update of April 24, 2019:
Meeting Notice for April 30:
The meeting of Tuesday, April 30, will be held at Miami Valley Career Technology Center.
There will not be a meeting at Brixx that week. Meetings will resume at Brixx on Tuesday, May 7.
There will not be a meeting at Brixx that week. Meetings will resume at Brixx on Tuesday, May 7.
 | The Northridge Optimist Club annually recognizes two outstanding Miami Valley Career Technology Center students whose home school is Northridge, and presents them with scholarship awards. MVCTC will host the awards luncheon on Tuesday, April 30 at the school. The meeting is scheduled for 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM. |
36th Annual Scholarship Scramble Update:
| Details for this September 26 fundraiser event are now posted. See the drop down sub menu for the "2019 Scholarship Scramble Fundraiser" event page under "Activities" in the menu bar, or CLICK HERE to go to that page. The event will be held at Miami Valley Golf Club for the third year in a row, and the price is still the same as last year. The Event Flyer can be downloaded from that page, with information for golfer registration, sponsorships, and donor opportunities. There is also a link to the report on last year's event, and a copy of last year's Event Program, which shows how sponsor and donor names are recognized. Save the date, and join us in September. |  |
Update of April 11, 2019:
Meeting of April 9:
 Brandon Policicchio (left) received a certificate of thanks from Optimist member Dave Williamson | • The speaker at the April 9 meeting was Brian Policicchio, of the Greater Dayton Regional Transit Authority (RTA). As Chief Customer and Business Development Officer, Brandon leads the development, implementation and analysis of all marketing, communications, community relations, succession planning, customer service, ridership, fixed route and paratransit service planning and scheduling efforts of the RTA. • Brandon gave a thorough overview of RTA plans and goals. Besides vehicle upgrades, there are new technologies and new approaches to serving the region's needs. As and example, one of the objectives is to coordinate services throughout the region to efficiently serve low income and senior customers who may face difficulties with transportation to medical destinations. Partnering with services such as Lyft can help provide the flexibility to meet these needs. |
Update of March 26, 2019:
Meeting of March 26:
 The speaker at the March 26 meeting was Kristen Tomlinson, Family Services Coordinator of Ohio Life Connection. Ohio Life Connection is a non-profit organization that coordinates organ donation procurement to facilitate life saving transplants. Last year in Ohio there were 233 life saving transplants, but there are still over 3000 on a waiting list in the state. Organ donations include kidneys, hearts, livers, lungs, pancreas, and small intestines. Tissue donations are also an important sources for corneas, heart valves, skin, bone, ligaments, etc. Nationally, over 1.75 million tissue transplants help restore mobility in patients every year. Donors can register to be an organ donor when applying for or renewing an Ohio Drivers license with the Bureau of Motor Vehicles, or you can register on line at DonateLifeOhio.org. |  Kristen Tomlinson received a Certificate of Thanks for her presentation |
36th Annual Scholarship Scramble:
 | • A "save the date" notice for the 36th Annual Scholarship Scramble golf outing is posted on the website. The event is scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 26, 2019. Watch the page for further updates. • CLICK HERE for the event page. |
Update of March 20, 2019:
Essay Awards Luncheon, Meeting of March 19:
 Students from the Northridge High School ninth grade honors English class recently completed entries in the Optimist International Essay Contest, sponsored by Northridge Optimist Club. The topic of this year’s contest was “When All the World's Problems are Solved, is Optimism Still Necessary?”. The awards ceremony was held at the club's March 19 meeting at the high school. The students enjoyed Hoagie's pizza and received their awards at this luncheon. Congratulations to the students for their fine work! |  |
CLICK HERE for a full report on the contest and the awards meeting, with photos.
Meeting of March 5:
Tina Rogal (left) and Kelly Smith (right) • Kelly Smith and Tina Rogal, representing the Alzheimer's Association, Miami Valley Chapter, spoke at the meeting. More than 30,000 are living with Alzheimer’s disease and over 90,000 family and friends are providing care across the Miami Valley. The Miami Valley Chapter serves Champaign, Clark, Darke, Greene, Logan, Miami, Montgomery, Preble and Shelby counties. The organization provides education and support to those facing Alzheimer’s and other dementias throughout our community, including those living with the disease, caregivers, health care professionals and families, and organizes support groups. Currently there is no treatment and no cure for Alzheimer's. The Alzheimer's Accosciation supports research and development to find solutions. See the Alzheimer's Association website at: https://alz.org/dayton
• A major event is support of the organization is the annual "Walk to End Alzheimers" which takes place this year on October 5 at 5/3 Field in Dayton. Kelly is the Walk Director, and Tina is the Recruitment Chair for Teams. Many of us have family members affected by Alzheimer's or are close to other families that are affected. Kelly and Tina encourage everyone to help by supporting the event, by participating in the walk, or by volunteering or donating. For more information on the walk see:
http://act.alz.org/site/TR?sid=23932&type=fr_informational&pg=informational&fr_id=12462
http://act.alz.org/site/TR?sid=23932&type=fr_informational&pg=informational&fr_id=12462
• Thanks to Kelly and Tina for filling in as speakers with short notice. The schedule speaker, Kristin Tomlinson, of Ohio Life Connection, was unable to attend, and will be rescheduled as a speaker later.
Meeting of February 19:
• Attorney Jonathan Faulkner, of Elliot, Faulkner, & Webber, was the speaker at the February 19 meeting. Jon specializes in estate planning and elder law. He described estate planning as the opportunity to bring about the results that you choose for the settlement of your estate. He stressed the importance of three documents as the basic requirements: Financial Power of Attorney, Health Care Power of Attorney, and a Living Will. His firm has offices at 4244 Indian Ripple Road, Suite 150, Dayton 45440 and 7700 N. Main St., Dayton 45415.
• Jon was not only the featured speaker at the meeting, but he also won the club's weekly trivia contest with a perfect score.
• Jon was not only the featured speaker at the meeting, but he also won the club's weekly trivia contest with a perfect score.
Meeting of February 5:
President Mike Gorman (left) joined members in thanking Ed Mercer (right) for his presentation at the meeting. • Ed Mercer was the featured speaker at the February 5 meeting. Ed is a former teacher, having retired after a long career that began at Northridge in 1969. He addressed the club members about changes in the Northridge School district over the years, and some of the challenges in education today. He stressed the importance of grades K through 4 in laying the groundwork for a student's educational development, and that parental support and involvement are key factors in the academic success of the children.
• Besides teaching, Ed also coached baseball, basketball and golf at Northridge. After his teaching retirement he also has worked for the Golf Channel and spent some more time in coaching.
• Ed thanked the Northridge Optimist Club for its support of Northridge Schools over the years, and lauded the impact that the support has had on students.
• Besides teaching, Ed also coached baseball, basketball and golf at Northridge. After his teaching retirement he also has worked for the Golf Channel and spent some more time in coaching.
• Ed thanked the Northridge Optimist Club for its support of Northridge Schools over the years, and lauded the impact that the support has had on students.
Update of January 22, 2019:
Community Links:
 | Northridge Alumni website: Some links of interest to the Northridge area are posted in the panel at the right (see the red buttons under "Other Northridge Links"). They are for The Northidge Alumni Bear Facts website, the Northridge Schools website, and the Northridge Schools facebook page. One good way to show support of the community is to patronize the alumni businesses that are listed on the alumni website: http://www.northridgealumni.org/id11.html. |
Update of January 17, 2019:
Meeting of January 15:
 Club President Mike (left) presented Matt (right) with a certificate of thanks for speaking to the members. Click on these links for more information on Shook Construction and the Northridge project: • Shook Touchstone page • Shook video on the project • Shook Education Projects | • The speaker at the January 15 meeting was Matt Huelsman of Shook Construction. Matt is Vice President of the Education Division of Shook, and is directing the construction of the new Northridge School Building, which will be a K-12 facility. He presented a slide show with up-to-date photos on the construction's progress, along with a CGI virtual tour illustrating what the entire inside and outside of the building will look like when completed. The building will incorporate many energy efficient features. With its many windows, and a design that will make full use of the natural light, it will provide a bright and pleasant learning environment. The project is scheduled to be completed to begin the 2019 school year. The new building will be an outstanding landmark for the community.  A rendering of the view from North Dixie |
Update of January 11, 2019:
Meeting of January 8:
| • The speaker at the January 8 meeting was Cathi Spaugy, Development Director for Harrison Township. She gave a very informative overview of economic and community developments in the township. An ambitious revitalization plan is taking place, with demolition of some vacated properties, and rehabilitation of others, in an effort to stabilize the neighborhood. Many upgrades along the North Dixie corridor are also coming along well. • Cathy also talked to club members about a special mentoring program for Northidge students that is being held by Sinclair College. They are seeking volunteers to serve as mentors. Their informational meeting was held on Dec. 18, but they are still looking for more volunteers to match up with the Northridge students. A flyer describing the program is available (CLICK HERE to download) for community members who may be interested. |  President Mike Gorman (right) presented a certificate of thanks to Cathi Spaugy (left) |
Update of December 27, 2018:
Next club meeting on Tuesday, January 8.
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Update of December 19:
| • Thanks to all of the volunteers who came out on Saturday, December 15 to shop for and deliver holiday groceries to some needy families as part of the Denny Mantel Christmas Sharing Program (see the posting below for a description of the program). The program is funded by club fundraisers, community donations, and a very generous annual donation from Cargill. Many thanks to Cargill for the great support of these efforts, both monetary, and with valuable volunteer help from Cargill employees. • There will be no club meetings during the holiday weeks. • The next club meeting will be on Tuesday, January 8 at Brixx. • At the January 15 meeting, Matt Huelsman will speak to the club about the construction progress on the new Northridge High School building. |  |
Update of December 12, 2018:
Denny Mantel Christmas Sharing Program:
• Our 33rd annual Christmas giving event, the 2018 Denny Mantel Christmas Sharing Program is set for Saturday, December 15. Each holiday season (since 1984) Optimist members have provided some local families with groceries for a good holiday meal. The Northridge School System provides us with names of families who are particularly needy due to economic circumstances. Club members and other volunteers meet on a particular Saturday in December to buy groceries and deliver them to the families. Beginning with 2014, the program has been named in honor of Optimist member Denny Mantel who had chaired the event for over 30 years. Each year he spent countless hours organizing and leading the program, and inspiring members with his dedication. Denny passed away in February of 2014, and club members have established a separate fund in his memory to make sure that we can continue the program. The fund was established with direct donations as well as from portions of club fund raising events.
- See the Christmas Sharing page under "Activities" for information on the event.
- See the Christmas Sharing page under "Activities" for information on the event.
Update of November 22:
Riverdale Optimist Club Hosts Thanksgiving Week Meeting:
| e• The Riverdale Optimist Club hosted a Thanksgiving week lunch meeting on November 20 at the Masonic Center. Nine Northridge members were present, as well as several members from the Dor-Wood Optimist Club. • Riverdale president Donna Matheney welcomed everyone to the meeting and led the group in a couple of Thanksgiving songs. • The speaker was Brad Roediger, the Community Relations Manager for CareSource, who presented an informative overview of CarSource's community involvement. • The delicious Thanksgiving style meal was provided by the S & C Cafe, in the Masonic Center. In addition to catering meals, the Cafe is open for lunch from 11AM to 2PM weekdays in the basement of the Masonic Center at 535 W. Riverview. See their facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/S-C-Cafe-and-Catering-201484409887604/www.facebook.com/S-C-Cafe-and-Catering-201484409887604/ | Below: Slide show of photos from the Riverdale Meeting. Many thanks to Riverdale! |
Update of November 7:
Club to Visit to Riverdale Optimist Club:
Per their annual custom, the Riverdale Optimist Club has invited Northridge Optimist Club members to visit their club meeting on Tuesday, November 20 during the Thanksgiving week. There will be NO MEETING AT BRIXX that week.
Update of October 25:
Meeting of October 23:
Sharon Coleman, the Assistant Principal at Northridge High School was the guest at the meeting of October 23. She spoke about the school's Student Ambassador program which is designed to foster leadership skills. The program encourages students in the senior class of 2019 to develop their relationships with peers and their communication skills. The goal is for students to lead by example, assist in enhancing the school environment, and act as a positive role model.
Update of October 16:
Christmas Sharing Date Announced:
-The date for our 33rd annual Christmas giving event, the 2018 Denny Mantel Christmas Sharing Program is set for Saturday, December 15.
- See the Christmas Sharing page under "Activities" for information on the event.
- See the Christmas Sharing page under "Activities" for information on the event.
Update of October 11, 2018:
35th Annual Scholarship Scramble:
| This fundraising event took place on Thursday, September 27 at Miami Valley Golf Club. The event supports scholarships and other youth activities for Northridge area youths. The scholarships are administered through The Optimist Club of Dayton-Northridge Scholarship Fund, a component fund of The Dayton Foundation. • Photos from the event are posted on the Event page: 2018 Scholarship Scramble Report. THANKS TO ALL WHO PARTICIPATED AND SUPPORTED THE SCHOLARSHIP FUND! |  |
Cargill Chili Cook-off:
 | Several club members attended the annual Cargill Chili Cook-off on Thursday, October 11, and enjoyed samples of numerous chili recipes and deserts that were entered in the competition. Proceeds from this Cargill fundraiser go to the Dept. of Veterans Affairs, Ronald McDonald House, and the Dayton Humane Society. Many thanks to Cargill for inviting our members to this fun event, and for their service to the community. |
Bulletin Board Archives:
This Bulletin Board page will contain postings for the current Optimist year, which goes from October 1, 2018 to September 30, 2019. To review the club events and activities from the previous 2017-2018 Optimist year, see the "ARCHIVES: PREVIOUS POSTINGS" in the right hand column of this page, and click on the "OCTOBER 2017" listing for all of the postings for that year. The archives also contain additional prior listings by month and year as show in the list. The <<Previous link at the bottom of the page may also be used to reach prior postings.
This Bulletin Board page will contain postings for the current Optimist year, which goes from October 1, 2018 to September 30, 2019. To review the club events and activities from the previous 2017-2018 Optimist year, see the "ARCHIVES: PREVIOUS POSTINGS" in the right hand column of this page, and click on the "OCTOBER 2017" listing for all of the postings for that year. The archives also contain additional prior listings by month and year as show in the list. The <<Previous link at the bottom of the page may also be used to reach prior postings.
2018-2019 Club Schedule (including past dates, in gray)
• October 9: NO MEETING (due to Cargill Chili Cook-off event)
• October 11 (Thursday): Cargill Chili Cook-off
• October 16: First meeting of 2018-2019 Optimist year,
(Induction of Club Officers and review of golf outing)
• October 23: guest Sharon Coleman, Asst. Princ., Northridge HS and review golf outing
• October 30: review Polar Bear Fund grant requests
• November 6: Budget Meeting and fundraiser review
• November 13: Discuss budget for 2018-2019 youth activities, and evaluate
• November 20: Visit Riverdale Optimist Club (no meeting at Brixx)
• November 27: Open
• December 4: Open
• December 11: Open
• December 15 (Saturday) Denny Mantel Christmas Sharing Program
• December 18: Open
(No club meetings during the holiday weeks of Christmas and New Years Day)
• January 8: meetings resume after holiday weeks
• January 15: Speaker - Matt Huelsman
• January 22: Update on Essay Contest & Review of Polar Bear Fund grant requests
• January 29: Review Polar Bear Fund grant requests
• February 5: Speaker - Ed Mercer, former Northridge teacher
- February 12: Open
- February 19: Speaker - Jon Faulkner, Estate Planning
- February 26: Open
• February 26: Zone Meeting
• March 5: Speaker - Kelly Smith and Tina Rogal
• March 12: Open
• March 19: Essay Contest Awards Luncheon, 11:00AM at Northridge H.S.
• March 26: Speaker - Kristen Tomlinson, Ohio Life Connection
• April 2: Speaker - Roland Winburn; Harrison Township(Posstponed - to be rescheduled)
• April 9: Speaker - Brandon Policicchio, Greater Dayton RTA
• April 16: (the program originally scheduled for this date, Hon. Steven K. Dankof, Judge, Mont. Co. Common Pleas Ct., is postponed and will be rescheduled for May 21)
• April 23 Polar Bear Fund applications
• April 30: MVCTC Scholarship Awards, 11:30 - 1:00 at MVCTC
• May 7: Speaker - Roland Winburn, Harrison Township
• May 14: Speakers - Lynn Wood & Katie Kerry, Clothes That Work
• May 20 (Monday): Polar Bear Fund grants to be presented at sch. bd. mtg. 6:00 PM
• May 21: Hon. Steven K. Dankof, Judge, Mont. Co. Common Pleas Ct.,
• June 4: Speaker - Zella Cook, manager of the Shiloh Farmers Market
• June 11: Plan for Golf Outing and Club Business
• June 18: Speaker - Rick Lakin, Author of "Bringing Out the Best - The First Century of Optimist International (1919-2019)".
• June 25: Speaker - Carrie Dalrymple, The Dayton Foundation
• July 2: Open
• July 9: Pending
• July 16: Open
• July 23: Open
• July 30: Open
• August 6: Golf Outing Planning
• August 13: Meeting is at Miami Valley Golf Club - no meeting at Brixx
• August 20: Open
• August 27: Club Business
• September 3: Club Business
• September 10: Open
• September 17: Club Business
• September 24: (Last regular meeting of 2018-2019 Optimist year)
• September 26: (Thursday) 36th Annual Northridge Optimist Club Scramble fundraiser golf outing
• October 1: (First meeting of 2019-2020 Optimist year) - Review of Golf Outing
• October 3 (Thursday): Dayton Presidents Club - Citizens Legion of Honor Luncheon
• October 8: Club Budget & Donation Planning
• October 15: Open
• October 22: Open
• October 29: Open
• November 5: Open
• November 12: Open
• November 19: Open
• October 9: NO MEETING (due to Cargill Chili Cook-off event)
• October 11 (Thursday): Cargill Chili Cook-off
• October 16: First meeting of 2018-2019 Optimist year,
(Induction of Club Officers and review of golf outing)
• October 23: guest Sharon Coleman, Asst. Princ., Northridge HS and review golf outing
• October 30: review Polar Bear Fund grant requests
• November 6: Budget Meeting and fundraiser review
• November 13: Discuss budget for 2018-2019 youth activities, and evaluate
• November 20: Visit Riverdale Optimist Club (no meeting at Brixx)
• November 27: Open
• December 4: Open
• December 11: Open
• December 15 (Saturday) Denny Mantel Christmas Sharing Program
• December 18: Open
(No club meetings during the holiday weeks of Christmas and New Years Day)
• January 8: meetings resume after holiday weeks
• January 15: Speaker - Matt Huelsman
• January 22: Update on Essay Contest & Review of Polar Bear Fund grant requests
• January 29: Review Polar Bear Fund grant requests
• February 5: Speaker - Ed Mercer, former Northridge teacher
- February 12: Open
- February 19: Speaker - Jon Faulkner, Estate Planning
- February 26: Open
• February 26: Zone Meeting
• March 5: Speaker - Kelly Smith and Tina Rogal
• March 12: Open
• March 19: Essay Contest Awards Luncheon, 11:00AM at Northridge H.S.
• March 26: Speaker - Kristen Tomlinson, Ohio Life Connection
• April 2: Speaker - Roland Winburn; Harrison Township(Posstponed - to be rescheduled)
• April 9: Speaker - Brandon Policicchio, Greater Dayton RTA
• April 16: (the program originally scheduled for this date, Hon. Steven K. Dankof, Judge, Mont. Co. Common Pleas Ct., is postponed and will be rescheduled for May 21)
• April 23 Polar Bear Fund applications
• April 30: MVCTC Scholarship Awards, 11:30 - 1:00 at MVCTC
• May 7: Speaker - Roland Winburn, Harrison Township
• May 14: Speakers - Lynn Wood & Katie Kerry, Clothes That Work
• May 20 (Monday): Polar Bear Fund grants to be presented at sch. bd. mtg. 6:00 PM
• May 21: Hon. Steven K. Dankof, Judge, Mont. Co. Common Pleas Ct.,
• June 4: Speaker - Zella Cook, manager of the Shiloh Farmers Market
• June 11: Plan for Golf Outing and Club Business
• June 18: Speaker - Rick Lakin, Author of "Bringing Out the Best - The First Century of Optimist International (1919-2019)".
• June 25: Speaker - Carrie Dalrymple, The Dayton Foundation
• July 2: Open
• July 9: Pending
• July 16: Open
• July 23: Open
• July 30: Open
• August 6: Golf Outing Planning
• August 13: Meeting is at Miami Valley Golf Club - no meeting at Brixx
• August 20: Open
• August 27: Club Business
• September 3: Club Business
• September 10: Open
• September 17: Club Business
• September 24: (Last regular meeting of 2018-2019 Optimist year)
• September 26: (Thursday) 36th Annual Northridge Optimist Club Scramble fundraiser golf outing
• October 1: (First meeting of 2019-2020 Optimist year) - Review of Golf Outing
• October 3 (Thursday): Dayton Presidents Club - Citizens Legion of Honor Luncheon
• October 8: Club Budget & Donation Planning
• October 15: Open
• October 22: Open
• October 29: Open
• November 5: Open
• November 12: Open
• November 19: Open
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