Attention Optimist Members! The Okotoks Optimist Club recently received a casino license and is hosting its first casino at the Ace Casino Blackfoot (in Calgary) on November 25th and 26th, 2024 and they need our help. This is an important fundraiser for them and Optimist members have an opportunity to […]
Attention all Students - Here's your chance to win a Scholarship! The Optimist Club of Calgary is again sponsoring an Oratorical Scholarship Contest for the 2024-25 school year. The contest is open to students under 19 years of age on October 1, 2024. Speakers will research, write, and present a four-to-five-minute speech on “How Optimism […]
Attention all Members and Invited Guests! Join us for an evening of fellowship, great food, and a chance to reconnect with other Optimist Club members and their partners. Last year's Christmas Party was a great success and we look forward to having it again on Monday, December 2nd, 2024. Location: The Manor at Fish Creek […]
Attention all Calgarians! Join us for a great evening of music, singing, and dancing. On Wednesday, December 4th, 2024, we are excited to host our Optimist Club of Calgary Annual Festive Showcase at the Jubilee Auditorium in Calgary. This event allows local youth musicians and dancers to perform the programs they have been working on […]
During regularly scheduled board meetings, the club executive and board members discuss business-related items for the club. Club members are always welcome to attend and participate in the discussions. This will be a ZOOM Meeting. Date: Tuesday, December 17th, 2024 Time: 7 PM to 8:30 PM Zoom Meeting: Agenda to be sent out in advance of […]
Our regularly scheduled monthly meetings give members an excellent opportunity to socialize with each other and engage with fantastic guest speakers on current topics. Members can attend in person or via ZOOM. Date: Tuesday, January 14th, 2025 Location: Limericks Traditional Pub, 7304 Macleod Trail, Calgary, Alberta on the main floor (private meeting room). Parking: Free […]
Attention Optimist Volunteers! The Optimist Club of Calgary is hosting a casino at the Elbow River Casino on January 17th and 18th,2025. This is an important fundraiser for the club and members have the opportunity to volunteer to fill a variety of positions including General Manager, Banker, Cashier, Chip Runner, and Count […]
During regularly scheduled board meetings, the club executive and board members discuss business-related items for the club. Club members are always welcome to attend and participate in the discussions. Date: Tuesday, January 21st, 2025 Time: 7 PM to 8:30 PM Zoom Meeting: Agenda to be sent out in advance of the meeting
Join us in celebrating Optimist Day on February 6th, 2025! DID YOU KNOW? ... Science has shown that optimists are healthier, happier, and more successful people; bouncing back quicker from personal setbacks and living longer. WHAT IS OPTIMIST DAY? Confident people look to the future with hope, and on Optimist Day we celebrate the volunteers […]
Attention Optimists! We are pleased to announce the 2nd Quarter District Meeting will be held in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan at the Moose Jaw Convention & Exhibition Centre (located at 250 Thatcher Drive East) on Friday, February 7th, and Saturday, February 8th, 2025. The Friendly City Optimist Club of Moose Jaw will be hosting the meeting. MEETING REGISTRATION […]
Our regularly scheduled monthly meetings give members an excellent opportunity to socialize with each other and engage with fantastic guest speakers on current topics. Members can attend in person or via ZOOM. Date: Tuesday, February 11th, 2025 Location: Limericks Traditional Pub, 7304 Macleod Trail, Calgary, Alberta on the main floor (private meeting room). Parking: Free […]
During regularly scheduled board meetings, the club executive and board members discuss business-related items for the club. Club members are always welcome to attend and participate in the discussions. This will be a ZOOM Meeting. Date: Tuesday, February 18th, 2025 Time: 7 PM to 8:30 PM Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81644988044 Agenda to be sent out in advance […]
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