Meetings

Regular Meetings are held on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month ( except July and August for summer break) at Smitty's Restaurant Leduc, in the back room section. Those who want to personally order food to eat arrive at 6:30 -7:00pm, or earlier, with the actual meeting to start at 7:30pm.

Guests are most welcome to attend and gain more information. We are always open to ( and want ) new members and ideas. Please use the contact list to communicate with us. Thank you.

( SEE THE LIST OF SCHEDULED MEETINGS BELOW

November 26 Meeting
Anna Bidewell from Rise Up House will join us at the next regular meeting of the Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc on Thursday November 26th starting at 7:30pm in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc located at #5004 - 50 Ave. Leduc.

Those wanting to personally order food / dinner should arrive earlier to allow time to eat leisurely before the meeting commences.   We encourage all members to attend and give your important voices to discussions, decisions and voting.

Guests and potential new members are always WELCOME to attend and learn more about our fundraising, Programs & Activities for the benefit of Youth and Community.

Leduc Black Gold Optimists

The next regular meeting of the Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will be on Thursday November 12th starting at 7:30pm in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc located at #5004 - 50 Ave. Leduc.

Those wanting to personally order food / dinner should arrive earlier to allow time to eat leisurely before the meeting commences.   We encourage all members to attend and give your important voices to discussions, decisions and voting.

Guests and potential new members are always WELCOME to attend and learn more about our fundraising, Programs & Activities for the benefit of Youth and Community.

Leduc Black Gold Optimists
 
 
Remembrance Day  November 11



The Black Gold Optimist would like to welcome our newest member to our Club.  Photographed is Optimist Bill who was inducted at our last club meeting.

President "Jake" (on the right) inducts Optimist Bill
 The next regular meeting of the Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will be on Thursday October 22th starting at 7:30pm in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc located at #5004 - 50 Ave. Leduc. 

Those wanting to personally order food / dinner should arrive earlier to allow time to eat leisurely before the meeting commences.   We encourage all members to attend and give your important voices to discussions, decisions and voting.

Guests and potential new members are always WELCOME to attend and learn more about our fundraising, Programs & Activities for the benefit of Youth and Community. 

The next regular meeting of the Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will be on Thursday October 8th starting at 7:30pm in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc located at #5004 - 50 Ave. Leduc.  This will be President "Jakes" first meeting and trust Trevor will be in full "uniform".

Those wanting to personally order food / dinner should arrive earlier to allow time to eat leisurely before the meeting commences.   We encourage all members to attend and give your important voices to discussions, decisions and voting.

Guests and potential new members are always WELCOME to attend and learn more about our fundraising, Programs & Activities for the benefit of Youth and Community.
 


Thanks to all Attendees of our Club's 20th Anniversary Dinner and Celebration on September 19, 2015
Our Leduc Black Gold Optimist Club's 20th Anniversary Dinner and Celebration, held in the Royal Canadian Legion Leduc on September 19th, was a well attended success - both socially and in raising approximately $1500.00 via the silent auction conducted.
Congratulations and Thanks to all for the planning and effort involved with this milestone.
Leduc President Brian receives a commemorative print from Edmonton Dinner President Clint.
 
Special Note: The Dinner Optimist Club of Edmonton was the sponsor Club for the Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc and the Edmonton Dinner Club celebrates its 90th anniversary this year!

The Upcoming Meeting Date is Thursday September 24, 2015

The next regular meeting of the Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will be on Thursday September 24th starting at 7:30pm in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc located at #5004 - 50 Ave. Leduc.
Those wanting to personally order food / dinner should arrive earlier to allow time to eat leisurely before the meeting commences.
We encourage all members to attend and give your important voices to discussions, decisions and voting.
Guests and potential new members are always WELCOME to attend and learn more about our fundraising, Programs & Activities for the benefit of Youth and Community. 

Some Happenings at a Recent Regular Meeting: New Member Welcomed - Award Pins Presented
During a recent meeting, the following photos were taken of occurrences:
Zone 5 Lieutenant Governor Marvin WELCOMES new Optimist Member Stacey to the Club.
Thank You Stacey for joining to assist in our group efforts for Youth and Community.
L/G Marvin presents Leduc Club President Brian with a Star Award as sponsor to a new member.
L/G Marvin presents Optimist member Shayne with a Star Award as sponsor to a new member.
 
Congratulations to Brian and Shayne!
  
Fourth Quarter Zone 5 Optimists Meeting / Horseshoes Tournament / Leduc Club 20th Anniversary Social, Dinner and Celebration on September 19th
On Saturday September 19, 2015 at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 108 (#5210 - 50 Avenue Leduc) the following will take place:

The Fourth Quarter Zone 5 Optimists Meeting, hosted by the Leduc Club, starts at 2:00pm in the Legion; followed by the annual Optimist members Horseshoes Tournament held in the park behind the Legion building.
 
After that contest, it is back into the Legion for those who have purchased tickets to the Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc 20th Anniversary Social, Dinner and Celebration with cocktails starting at 5:00pm; the dinner beginning at 6:00pm and celebration events winding up the evening.
 
Regular Meetings will Resume on Thursday September 10, 2015 after summer break
The next regular meeting of the Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc (after our summer break of July and August) will be on Thursday September 10th starting at 7:30pm in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc located at #5004 - 50 Avenue.
Those wanting to personally order food / dinner should arrive earlier to allow time to eat leisurely before the meeting commences.
We encourage all members to attend and give your important voices to discussions, decisions and voting.
Guests and potential new members are always WELCOME to attend and learn more about our fundraising, Programs & Activities for the benefit of Youth and Community.
We meet again on Thursday June 25th in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc at #5004 - 50 Avenue. The actual meeting starts at 7:30pm. Those wishing to personally order food / dinner should arrive an hour or so before that time to leisurely enjoy your meal.

All members are encouraged to attend as this is the last regular meeting before our normal summer break during July and August. Meetings will resume in September on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month.

Guests and potential new members are WELCOME to come out and learn more about our Youth and Community help focused organization.

Trying to make a difference!
 

The Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will convene again on the night of Thursday June 4, 2015 in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc at 5004 - 50 Avenue. The actual meeting starts at 7:30pm. Those wishing to personally order food / dinner should arrive an hour or so before that time to leisurely enjoy your meal.
 
This is an important meeting because:
* Our Raffle Draw will take place at 8:00pm. Note: that the meeting date was advanced for this draw to allow more time for the Prize Package to be delivered to the winner before the Eskimos first 2015 season home game at Commonwealth Stadium.
* We will have a few Beaumont Bandits H/S football players on hand. The team has assisted with our Club Raffle ticket sales this year and we extend APPRECIATION.
 
Guests and potential new members are always WELCOME to attend and learn about our Club.
 

Thursday May 28th is the date of our Next Meeting
The Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will meet again on Thursday May 28, 2015 in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant located at #5004 - 50 Avenue Leduc starting at 7:30pm.
Anyone wishing to personally order food / dinner should arrive earlier to allow some time for leisurely eating before the meeting commences.

All members are urged to attend and participate in important discussions and decisions.

The final sales of any remaining raffle tickets and the collection of money from sold tickets will be a focus as the Draw for the winner will take place on Thursday June 4, 2015 at an advance dated meeting to allow time for the Prize Package to be delivered before the start of Eskimos home games.

Guests and potential new members are WELCOME to attend and learn more about our Club.
 



At our Club meeting on Thursday May 14, 2015, elections were held and, by acclamation, Trevor Adair was elected to the position of President and Shayne Beveridge to Vice President.

Their duties will commence at the start of the 2015-2016 Optimist year on October 1, 2015 and continue to September 30, 2016.
CONGRATULATIONS to Trevor and Shayne and THANKS for accepting the nominations.

The positions of Treasurer and Secretary will be appointed by the President as per procedure.

 


The Next Club Meeting will be held on Thursday May 14, 2015

The Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will meet again on the night of Thurs. May 14, 2015 in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc at 5004 - 50 Avenue. The actual meeting starts at 7:30pm. Those wishing to personally order food / dinner should arrive an hour or so before that time to leisurely enjoy your meal.

NOTE: This will be the night of Club Elections for President and Vice President.All members are urged to attend for the voting and provide your always important voices and ideas to Club discussions and decisions. 


OUR CLUB'S START in 1995 will be HONOURED at a SPECIAL DINNER PARTY in September 2015


LEDUC  BLACK GOLD OPTIMISTS
INVITE YOU to our ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
20 YEARS
On September 19, 2015 at The Canadian Legion #5210 - 50 Avenue Leduc
RSVP by September 2, 2015 to Brian Wallace by email: briankwallace@shaw.ca
TICKETS: $30.00 per person; $55.00 per couple. Cocktails at 5:00pm; Dinner at 6:00pm
Roast Beef Dinner  -  Door Prizes
Come and celebrate with us!             All proceeds go to Kids, Youth and the Community
 

 




The Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will conduct its next meeting on
the night of Thursday April 23, 2015 in the back section of Smitty's
Restaurant Leduc at 5004 - 50 Avenue.

The actual meeting starts at 7:30pm. Those wishing to personally order food / dinner should arrive earlier (6:00 - 7:00pm). All members are urged to attend and provide your important voices and ideas to Club discussions, proposals and decisions. Our Spelling Bee was a success. Reports will be given on our projects and events.

Guests and potential new members are always WELCOME to attend and learn about our Club, which will celebrate its 20th Anniversary this year



Join Us for Our Next Meeting on Thursday April 9, 2015
 
The Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will gather again on the night of Thursday April 9, 2015 in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc at 5004 - 50 Avenue. The actual meeting starts at 7:30pm. Those wishing to personally order food / dinner should arrive an hour or so before that time to leisurely enjoy your meal before the start of proceedings.

This is an important meeting because:
* We have new membership additions!
* Our Spelling Bee is set for Saturday April 18 at 1:00pm in the Leduc Legion.

All members are urged to attend and provide your important voices and ideas to Club discussions and decisions.
Guests and potential new members are always WELCOME to attend and learn about our Club.
 

March 26, 2015
HOSTED BY THE BLACK GOLD OPTIMIST CLUB OF LEDUC

YOU ARE INVITED
 
TO ATTEND THE NOW (New Optimists Welcome) EVENT
 
When:                 Thursday, March 26, 2015 at 7:30 pm
Where:                4809 – 48 AVE.   Leduc, Alberta 
                                         Hospitality Room
Looking to meet new friends, have fun, and help the youth in your community? 
This event will give you the information you are looking for to do just that!  
Optimist International is recognized worldwide as a premier volunteer
organization that values all children and helps them develop to their full potential.

The Leduc Black Gold Optimists are dedicated to "Bringing out the Best in Kids"
and do their part through community service projects. Since each Club is
autonomous and run by members in their community, Optimists have the unique
flexibility to serve the youth of their area in any way they see fit. Optimist Clubs
see a need in their communities and react to it.  Our members are from all over
Leduc and Wetaskiwin Counties.  You may know some of them already.

Optimists strive to live up to their name and maintain an upbeat attitude, which
they try to pass along to the children they serve. The words of The Optimist Creed
are well known to Optimist volunteers and beyond. The Creed gives volunteers
a focus for personal improvement as they work to better the world around them.
 
Stop by and meet some wonderful people and have some fun.  We look forward
to having you as our guest.
Please RSVP:  Call Donna @ (780) 387-5109 to notify & obtain more details.
Thanks.                                                                
 
Thursday March 12, 2015 is the date of our Next Meeting
The Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will convene again on the night of Thursday March 12, 2015 in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc at 5004 - 50 Avenue. The actual meeting starts at 7:30pm. Those wishing to personally order food / dinner should arrive an hour or so before that time to leisurely enjoy your meal.

All members are urged to attend and provide your important voices and ideas to Club discussions and decisions.
Guests and potential new members are always WELCOME to attend and learn about our Club.
 
The Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will conduct a program meeting on the night of Thursday February 26th, 2015 in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc at 5004 - 50 Avenue. The actual meeting starts at 7:30pm. Those wishing to personally order food / dinner should arrive an hour or so before.
 Our guest program will be on the Stollery Children's Hospital.

All members are urged to attend and provide your important voices and ideas to Club discussions and decisions.
Guests and potential new members are always WELCOME to attend and learn about our Club.
 
The Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will conduct a Valentines Day meeting on the night of Thursday February 12nd, 2015 in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc at 5004 - 50 Avenue.
The actual meeting starts at 7:30pm. Those wishing to personally order food / dinner should arrive earlier (6:00 - 7:00pm). All members are urged to attend and provide your important voices and ideas to Club discussions. We will have brief reports on the various ongoing projects. Bring your HEART, this is our Club Valentines Day Meeting. Wear something red.


Guests and potential new members are always WELCOME to attend and learn about our Club, which will celebrate its 20th Anniversary this year.
 
The Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will conduct its next BUSINESS meeting on
the night of Thursday January 22nd, 2015 in the back section of Smitty's
Restaurant Leduc at 5004 - 50 Avenue. Note we have a fifth Thursday in January.

The actual meeting starts at 7:30pm. Those wishing to personally order food / dinner should arrive earlier (6:00 - 7:00pm). All members are urged to attend and provide your important voices and ideas to Club discussions, proposals and decisions.

Guests and potential new members are always WELCOME to attend and learn about our Club, which will celebrate its 20th Anniversary this year.
 
The Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will conduct its next meeting on the night of Thursday January 8th, 2015 in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc at 5004 - 50 Avenue. 

The actual meeting starts at 7:30pm. Those wishing to personally order food / dinner should arrive earlier (6:00 - 7:00pm).

Our Guest Speaker will be Beverly Sawchuk, Senior Manager of the Stollery Children's Hospital Foundation. Beverly will be giving us a brief presentation on the Stollery.

This will also be a NOW program meeting and we have a presentation on Optimist International, our District and our Club. All members are encouraged to attend and learn more about the Optimist Club. This is a great meeting for guests and potential new members to gain information on our Club goals, programs & activities. 

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On Thursday evening December 11th 2014, the Leduc Optimist Club held a regular meeting in the Leduc & District Food Bank. Executive Director Gert Reynar had graciously extended an invitation to hold it there and gain insight into the scope of the Food Bank workings.

Gert, Directors, staff and volunteers provide excellent and very commendable service to the area that the Food Bank covers. THANK YOU!

The occasion allowed our Club to make another $500.00 cash donation to the Food Bank which is part of the $1000.00 cash that our Club has designated to supply each year. The cash enables the Food Bank to purchase fresh food which augments the non-perishable food and supplies that are received from all sources and handed out to those in need.


Leduc Optimists are informed of the Food Bank procedures. Optimist Ian photoed.

 


Another cash donation is presented by President Brian to Gert. Optimist Ian photoed.

 

This is the only Leduc Optimist Club meeting in Dec. The next meeting is Jan. 08, 2015.



 
 
Leduc Optimists Will be having a Christmas Meeting on Thursday December 11.  Instead of us having a guest speaker we are accepting an offer to visit the Food  Bank. Executive Director Gert is delighted that we will be joining her at the Food Bank located at 4810 49th Ave.  The Coffee will be ready and the Leduc Optimist members are to bring Pizza.   If you are interested in eating please arrive around 7pm.  If not then 7:30pm and we should be done by 8:30pm.  Do not miss out this unique meeting.
 
 
NOTE: DUE TO POOR ROAD CONDITIONS, THE NOV. 27TH MEETING IS CANCELLED.
(this change posted on the afternoon of Nov. 27 - Safety First)
 
The Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will conduct its next meeting on the night of Thursday November 27, 2014 in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc.  

The actual meeting starts at 7:30pm. Those wishing to personally order food / dinner should arrive earlier (6:00 - 7:00pm).

This will be a NOW program meeting and we have a presentation on Optimist International, Our Dsitrict and our Club.  All members are encouraged to attend to learn more about the Optimist Club. This is a great meeting for guests and potential new members to gain information on our Club goals, programs & activities.

We will have another NOW in March.  This will be a different style and will feature a Wine and Cheese event.

 
The Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will conduct its next regular meeting on the night of Thursday November 13, 2014 in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc.

The actual meeting starts at 7:30pm. Those wishing to personally order food / dinner should arrive earlier (6:00 - 7:00pm).

All members are encouraged to attend to add your important voices to the discussions and decisions. Guests and potential new members are always welcome to gain information on our Club goals, programs & activities.


Leduc Optimist Club Meets Again on Thursday October 23, 2014
The Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will conduct its next regular meeting on the night of Thursday October 23, 2014 in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc.

The actual meeting starts at 7:30pm. Those wishing to personally order food / dinner should arrive earlier (6:00 - 7:00pm).

All members are encouraged to attend to add your important voices to the discussions and decisions. Guests and potential new members are always welcome to gain information on our Club goals, programs & activities.

 
The Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will conduct its next regular meeting on the night of Thursday October 9, 2014 in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc, with the actual meeting to start at 7:30pm. Arrive earlier (6:30 - 7:00pm) to personally order food / dinner - if desired.
All members are encouraged to attend adding your valuable comments and ideas to the discussions and decisions on our programs and activities. Remember that everyone has a voice to be heard.

Guests and potential new members are welcome to attend and gain understanding on what we do and how we operate. Our Club of volunteers is always open to anyone wanting to join and assist in our efforts for Youth and the Community.



The Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will conduct its next regular meeting on the night of Thursday September 25, 2014 in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc, with the actual meeting to start at 7:30pm. Arrive earlier (6:30 - 7:00pm) to personally order food / dinner - if desired.
All members are encouraged to attend adding your valuable comments and ideas to the discussions and decisions on our programs and activities. Remember that everyone has a voice to be heard.

Guests and potential new members are welcome to attend and gain understanding on what we do and how we operate. Our Club of volunteers is always open to anyone wanting to join and assist in our efforts for Youth and the Community.

This will be the last Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc meeting chaired by outgoing President Ray before President Elect Brian Wallace takes over on October 1, 2014.



The annual President's Awards to recognize the special efforts of Club members during the Optimist 2013-2014 year were presented at a meeting on September 11th.



Margaretha Adair receives the award plaque for Volunteer of the Year from Club President Ray



Ray presents the Fundraiser of the Year award plaque to Donna Scott



Brian Wallace is handed the Outstanding Member of the Year award plaque from Ray

A framed President's Citation Certificate as Outstanding Member was also given to Brian
The Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will conduct its next regular meeting on the night of Thursday September 11, 2014 in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc, with the actual meeting to start at 7:30pm. Arrive earlier (6:30 - 7:00pm) to personally order food / dinner - if desired.
All members are encouraged to attend adding your valuable comments and ideas to the discussions and decisions on our programs and activities. Remember that everyone has a voice to be heard.

Guests and potential new members are welcome to attend and gain understanding on what we do and how we operate. Our Club of volunteers is always open to anyone wanting to join and assist in our efforts for Youth and the Community.
Our regular, twice a month meetings (2nd and 4th Thursdays) are suspended for our summer break.
Resumption will take place with the next meeting to be held on Thursday September 11, 2014 in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc.
Those wishing to personally order food / dinner should arrive between 6:30-7:00pm with the actual meeting to start at 7:30pm.
Guests and potential new members are always welcome to attend and learn more about our Club.

Members will still be participating in various fundraising events over July and August.
Confirmation was received that our Club's ballot was successfully submitted on June 27, 2014 for the Optimist International Officer Election. After presentation of information on the candidates and discussion at our June 25th meeting, our Club's choices for the positions of OI President-Elect; Region 5 Vice President-Elect Great Plains and Board of Directors Members (2) - were made.

This was the first time that each Club was enabled to vote on line and the number of votes for each Club is determined by the number of members in the Club.

The Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will conduct its next regular meeting on the night of Wednesday June 25th  in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc, with the actual meeting to start at 7:30 PM. Arrive earlier to personally order food / dinner - if desired.
All members are encouraged to attend adding your valuable comments and ideas to the discussions and decisions on our programs and activities. Remember that everyone has a voice to be heard.

Guests and potential new members are welcome to attend and gain understanding on what we do and how we operate. Our Club of volunteers is always open to anyone wanting to join and assist in our efforts for Youth and the Community.
Our next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday June 5, 2014 in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc starting at 7:30 pm. Those wishing to personally order food/dinner should arrive earlier. This gathering will include the advanced Raffle Draw to take place around 8:00 pm.

Guests and potential new members are always most welcome to attend for information.
The Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will conduct its next regular meeting on the night of Thursday May 22nd in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc, with the actual meeting to start at 7:30 PM. Arrive earlier to personally order food / dinner - if desired.
All members are encouraged to attend adding your valuable comments and ideas to the discussions and decisions on our programs and activities. Remember that everyone has a voice to be heard.

Guests and potential new members are welcome to attend and gain understanding on what we do and how we operate. Our Club of volunteers is always open to anyone wanting to join and assist in our efforts for Youth and the Community. In a heartfelt way, you receive more than you give.
Yours In Optimism (YIO)
 Our Next Regular Meeting Will Be On May 8, 2014
The Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will conduct its next regular meeting on the night of Thursday May 8th in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc, with the actual meeting to start at 7:30 PM. Arrive earlier to personally order food / dinner - if desired.
All members are encouraged to attend adding your valuable comments and ideas to the discussions and decisions on our programs and activities. Remember that everyone has a voice to be heard.

Guests and potential new members are welcome to attend and gain understanding on what we do and how we operate. Our Club of volunteers is always open to anyone wanting to join and assist in our efforts for Youth and the Community. In a heartfelt way, you receive more than you give.
Yours In Optimism (YIO)
The Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will conduct its next regular meeting on the night of Thursday April 24th in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc. Those wishing to personally order dinner / food are advised to arrive between 6:30-7:00 PM, or earlier, with the actual meeting to start at 7:30 PM.
All members are encouraged to attend adding your valuable comments and ideas to the discussions and decisions on our programs and activities.

Guests and potential new members are welcome to attend and gain understanding on what we do and how we operate. Our Club of volunteers is always open to anyone wanting to join and assist in our efforts for Youth and the Community. In a heartfelt way, you receive more than you give. 

YOU are
INVITED To JOIN
N.O.W.
NEW OPTIMISTS WELCOME Night
When: Thursday April 10, 2014 starting at 7:30pm
 Where: Smitty's Restaurant at #5004 - 50 Avenue Leduc
 Enjoy our hospitality and learn about our non-profit organization while having fun and meeting new people on an information night.

Our group of men and women volunteers WELCOME anyone to join us in working to assist Youth ("Bringing out the best in kids") and Community.

We are always seeking new, positive minded members to present and expand ideas, programs, activities and participate in our varied fundraising endeavours.


As a nondenominational, non-partisan organization, we are open to anyone for membership. In a heartfelt way, you receive more than you give.


The funds raised go to Donations and Youth and Community oriented Programs & Activities.
Personally trying to make a difference.

"Life is never so busy that there is no time to serve" ~ Anonymous
Another regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday March 27, 2014
 The Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will conduct its next regular meeting on Thurs March 27, 2014 in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc. Those wishing to personally order dinner / food are advised to arrive between 6:30-7:00 PM, or earlier, with the actual meeting to start at 7:30 PM.
All members are encouraged to attend adding your valuable comments and ideas to the discussions and decisions on our programs and activities.

Guests and potential new members are welcome to attend and gain understanding on what we do and how we operate. Our Club of volunteers is always open to anyone wanting to join and assist in our efforts for Youth and the Community. In a heartfelt way, you receive more than you give.
 Leduc Optimists achieved Honour Club status in 2012-2013
The Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc was presented with framed Citations for 3 executive members (President, Secretary, Treasurer) at the February 27, 2014 regular meeting and patches for the Club banner at the Zone Meeting on March 22nd to signify having achieved Honour Club status in 2012-2013. This signifies a total team effort by all members to fulfill certain criteria. Congratulations and Thanks.
We salute those other Clubs in our Zone 5 who were similarly designated.
The six Optimist Clubs in the Zone 5 Capital region will hold their second quarter meeting on Saturday March 22, 2014. Hosted by the Edmonton Beverly Club, it is scheduled to start at 10:00am in the Maple Leaf Athletic Club located at 12133 - 67 Street in Edmonton.
All Optimist members are encouraged to attend to share and learn ideas.
The Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will conduct its next regular meeting on Thursday March 13, 2014 in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc. Those wishing to personally order dinner / food are advised to arrive between 6:30-7:00 PM, or earlier, with the actual meeting to start at 7:30 PM.
All members are encouraged to attend adding your valuable comments and ideas to the discussions and decisions on our programs and activities.

Guests and potential new members are welcome to attend and gain understanding on what we do and how we operate. Our Club of volunteers is always open to anyone wanting to join and assist in our efforts for Youth and the Community. In a heartfelt way, you receive more than you give.
The Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will conduct its next regular meeting on Thursday Feb. 27, 2014 in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc. Those wishing to personally order dinner / food are advised to arrive between 6:30-7:00 PM, or earlier, with the actual meeting to start at 7:30 PM.
All members are encouraged to attend adding your valuable comments and ideas to the discussions and decisions on our programs and activities.

Guests and potential new members are welcome to attend and gain understanding on what we do and how we operate. Our non-partisan, non-denominational Club of volunteers is always open to anyone wanting to join and assist in our efforts for Youth and the Community.
 Attend our Upcoming Regular Meeting on Thursday January 23, 2014
The Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will conduct its next regular meeting on Thursday January23, 2014 in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc. Those wishing to personally order dinner / food are advised to arrive between 6:30-7:00 PM, or earlier, with the actual meeting to start at 7:30 PM.
All members are encouraged to attend adding your valuable comments and ideas to the discussions and decisions on our programs and activities.

Guests and potential new members are welcome to attend and gain understanding on what we do and how we operate. Our non-partisan, non-denominational Club of volunteers is always open to anyone wanting to join and assist in our efforts for Youth and the Community.
All Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc members are encouraged to attend our next regular meeting on Thursday January 9, 2014 in the usual location of the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc. Anyone desiring to personally order dinner or some other food / drink, should arrive at 6:30-7:15pm, or earlier. The actual meeting begins at 7:30pm and normally ends at approximately 9:00pm.

We will be reviewing our overall programs and activities. Input, discussion and ideas are important.

Guests and potential new members are always Welcome.


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Join Us For Our Next Regular Meeting on Thursday December 12, 2013
Join us for the next regular meeting of the Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc to be held on Thursday December 12, 2013 in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc. Those wanting to personally order food should arrive at 6:30-7:00pm, or earlier, with the actual meeting to start at 7:30pm. All members are requested to attend; providing essential voices and ideas for our programs and activities. Guests and potential new members are always most Welcome. Become Optimistic.

Gert Reynar from the Leduc Food Bank hopes to attend (if her busy schedule permits) to receive donations of Club and personal cash for perishable food and other needed items.

Members are also requested (if possible) to bring a new, unwrapped gift for personal donation to the Santa's Helpers program. A Wish List for suggestions was handed out at the last meeting on Nov. 28

We will deliver the donations to the LFB if Gert or a representative is unable to attend.

Note: This will be our only meeting in December and the following one will be held on Jan. 09, 2014
Thanks.
Upcoming Zone 5 (Alberta Capital Region) Optimist Clubs Meeting - Sunday December 1, 2013
The First Quarter Zone 5 Optimist Clubs Meeting, hosted by the St. Albert Breakfast Club, will be held on Sunday December 1, 2013 starting at 11:00 am in the Grandin Clubhouse located at 5 Grenfell Avenue, St. Albert.

The directions will be from St. Albert Trail and Yellowhead Hwy.


Head north on St. Albert Trail into St. Albert and turn left on Gervais Road, at Levasseur Road turn right. Go to Grosvenor Blvd. turn right and follow to Grenfell Avenue. On the left side beside the Grosvenor Outdoor Pool is the Grandin Clubhouse at 5 Grenfell Avenue.


There is parking in the parking lot but it is limited, so you may have to park on the street.


The six Zone 5 Alberta Capital Region Optimist Clubs include:

Edmonton Dinner Club; Edmonton Beverly; Edmonton Brail Tone College; St. Albert; St. Albert Breakfast; Leduc Black Gold.

The Next Regular Meeting to take place Thursday November 28, 2013
The next regular meeting of the Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will be held on Thursday November 28, 2013 in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc. Those wanting to personally order food should arrive at 6:30-7:00pm, or earlier, with the actual meeting to start at 7:30pm. All members are requested to attend; providing essential voices and ideas for our programs and activities. Guests and potential new members are always Welcome.

There will be a presentation by a representative from the Riseup House in Leduc which is dedicated to bringing hope and healing to those impacted by family violence and abuse.

The Two Newest Club Members Receive Their Certificates

At the November 14, 2013 meeting of the Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc, the two newest members were officially presented with their Certificates of Membership. Connie Venturin joined in July (during our summer break) and Donna Scott joined in October.

With new Zone 5 Optimist Clubs Lieutenant Governor Patti Welling in attendance for a visit, we were pleased to have her present the Certificates as a special touch.

Connie on the left, and Donna on the right, receive the framed documents.
The monkey figure being held by Patti is part of a District wide campaign focusing on adding new members and Clubs with the amusing slogan: "Getting the monkey off our backs."
Join Us for the Next Meeting on Thursday November 14, 2013
The next regular meeting of the Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will be held on Thursday November 14, 2013 in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc. Those wanting to personally order food should arrive at 6:30-7:00pm, or earlier, with the actual meeting to start at 7:30pm. All members are requested to attend; providing essential voices and ideas for our programs and activities. Guests and potential new members are always Welcome. 

Our Next Regular Meeting is Thursday October 24th
The Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc meets again on Thursday October 24, 2013 in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc starting at 7:30pm. Those wanting to personally order food and eat before it starts should arrive between 6:30 - 7:00pm, or earlier. Please attend as every meeting has importance. Guests and potential new members are always most WELCOME! 

The First Quarter District Meeting was Quite Successful

Over 100 representatives from the Optimist Clubs in District 13 (Alberta, Montana, Saskatchewan, & Northern Wyoming) attended the First Quarter Meeting held in Edmonton on October 18 & 19 hosted by the Edmonton Dinner Optimist Club with assistance from the other five Clubs in the Capital Region Zone. It was well planned and ran efficiently with instructional and motivational events and sessions; resulting in enjoyment for all present. Congratulations to all involved - especially Peggy and Keivin as Coordinators.

Happenings at The October 10, 2013 Meeting

The regular meeting of the Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc on Thursday Oct. 10, 2013 heralded the start on the new Optimist year 2013-2014 with eleven members in attendance. New Vice-President Ian Rodger was recognized and thanks were expressed to Denise Stamp as outgoing VP for her work in that position.

A formal motion was put forth, seconded and approved to hold our third annual Grade 5 only Spelling Bee on April 26th, 2014.

A Thank You note from the Leduc Food Bank for our recent donation was received and read out to the club.

The application for the Alberta Gaming Raffle Licence to conduct our next fundraiser will be completed and forwarded when more information is available on costs etc.

One of the table centerpieces, looking great, was on hand to show all Club members.

Reminders were again given of the clean-up of a portion of Highway #2 roadside on Sat. Oct. 12th and the District #13 Optimist Clubs Meeting on Oct. 18 & 19, 2013 at the Quality Inn West Harvest 17803 Stony Plain Road Edmonton.

AWARDS
The President's Awards for special recognition of some club members for their efforts during the 2012-2013 Optimist year were presented:


A Letter of Appreciation to Recording Secretary Margaretha Adair from President Ray

Fundraiser of the Year to Ian Rodger
Volunteer of the Year to Denise Stamp
Outstanding Member and a President's Citation to Robert (Bob) Scott

And appreciation was expressed to ALL the Club members from the President for their contributions.


Black Gold Optimist Club Members Create Colourful Decorative Arrangements

Some members of the Leduc Optimist Club got together at Bob and Donna Scott's on Sunday October 6, 2013 and enjoyed putting together 12 table centerpieces for the District 13 Optimist Clubs Meeting being held Oct. 18 & 19, 2013 in Edmonton; hosted by the Edmonton Dinner Optimist Club with assistance from the other regional Optimist Clubs. About 100 representatives from the 57 District Clubs are expected.

The AMS&NW District encompasses Alberta, Montana, Saskatchewan and Northern Wyoming.

The guys helped with some minor prep work, and the ladies (Donna, Margaretha, Denise, Barb, Connie) used their creative instincts and dexterity to make it happen in beautiful fashion. A great job by everyone!!


AMS&NW Fall District Conference - Activity

Members of the Leduc Black Gold Optimists are gathering at Optimist Donna & Bob's home on Sunday Oct. 6th at 12:00 noon to make the table centerpieces. Contact Opt. Connie if you are interesting in attending this fun activity. Lots of fellowship will be had!

FIRST MEETING OF THE NEW OPTIMIST YEAR - THURSDAY OCTOBER 10, 2013

The next Regular Meeting of Black Gold Club is October 10, 2013. Those wanting to order food/dinner should arrive between 18:30 - 19:00 with the actual meeting to start at 19:30. President Ray will be presenting the last years year end awards. We will be reviewing our Spelling Bee project presentation. Guests and potential new members are most welcome.

AMS&NW Fall District Conference - Activity
Members of the Leduc Black Gold Optimists are gathering at Optimist Donna & Bob's home on Sunday Oct. 6th at 12:00 noon to make the table centre pieces. Contact Opt. Connie if you are interesting in attending this fun activity. Lots of fellowship will be had!

Club Meeting Thursday September 26, 2013

The next regular meeting of the Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will be held on Thursday September 26, 2013 in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant in Leduc. Those wanting to personally order food / dinner should arrive at 6:30 - 7:00 pm with the actual meeting to start at 7:30pm. This is the year end meeting so President Ray will reflect on last year and look Optimistically for the next year. Lt. Gov Geoff will be doing his final visit to the club.
Ray has to leave the meeting early and since he will remain in his Executive position, the annual President's Awards honouring various members for their efforts over the 2012-2013 Optimist year will be presented at the October 10th meeting.
Our meetings are always open to information seekers and potential new members. WELCOME!

The 4th Quarter Zone 5 Optimist Clubs Meeting held on Sat. September 7, 2013 (11:00am) in the games room of the Leduc Legion and hosted by the Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc saw 29 attendees. THANKS to the Clubs who did RSVP the number of members attending. This enabled us to pre-order light lunch food from the Legion kitchen for 30 persons and it worked out perfectly.

Along with individual Club Reports, there was a speech by outgoing Lieutenant/Governor Geoff Connor who was very appreciative and generous in his Thanks to all who assisted him during his term.
Incoming L/G Patti Welling also spoke on her hopes and plans for the forthcoming Optimist year.

There was also an excellent video presentation from the Edmonton Dinner Optimist Club in support of the Optimists District 13 Meeting to be held in Edmonton on October 18-19; which included a rousing, amazing choral rendition.

Unfortunately, rain cancelled the Horseshoes Contest that normally follows the meeting / lunch.

Appreciation is expressed to all.

The next regular meeting of the Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc (after our summer break of July & August) will be held on Thursday September 12, 2013 in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant in Leduc. Those wanting to personally order food / dinner should arrive at 6:30 - 7:00 pm with the actual meeting to start at 7:30pm. A Club cash donation, together with personal member givings of cash for school supply items, will be directed to the Leduc Food Bank. This is another part of the funds total that is donated over each year to the LFB.  
Zone 5 Optimist Clubs Meeting - Saturday September 7, 2013

The 4th Quarter Meeting of Zone 5 Optimist Clubs ( hosted by the Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc) will take place on Saturday September 7, 2013 starting at 11:00am in the games room of the Leduc Legion. All Optimist Club members are invited and encouraged to attend.
Leduc Club members should arrive at 10:00 am to help set up the venue. Coffee and tea will be available before the meeting start.

Two New Members Receive Their Optimist Member Certificates
At the Thursday June 27th regular meeting, new members Barbara Davies and Ian Rodger received their framed Optimist Member Certificates. Their joining date was February 25, 2013 but things and timing conspired to delay the presentation until the recent meeting when they were warmly welcomed officially.
Barbara and Ian have been active, enthusiastic and appreciated members since joining and we THANK them for that.
Club President Ray (in the center) presents the Certificates
The Next Club Meeting is on Thursday June 27th (before the July & August summer break of no meetings)
A regular meeting will be held on Thurs. June 27, 2013 before the summer break; located in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc beginning at 7:30pm. Those wishing to personally order food/dinner should arrive between 6:30 - 7:00pm. Guests / information seekers / prospective new members are most welcome to attend.
No scheduled Optimist Club meetings take place in July or August. They resume in September with a Zone 5 meeting on Saturday September 7th in the Leduc Legion starting at 11:00am and a regular Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc meeting on Thursday September 12 in Smitty's Leduc at 7:30pm 
Our next regular meeting of the Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will take place on Thurs. June 13, 2013 in the back section of Smitty’s Restaurant Leduc starting at 7:30pm. Those wishing to personally order food / dinner should arrive at 6:30 – 7:00pm.
All members are encouraged to attend as this is a significant one.
Our Raffle Draw will take place; members of the Leduc High School Tigers football team are expected to attend to receive their $1000.00 donation cheque for assisting in ticket sales; a representative from the Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation is scheduled to be present to receive our $500.00 donation which will be matched (during the May 1 – August 25 period) by Canadian National Railways, thus providing Stollery with $1000.00. The LPGA Canadian Open Golf Tournament, sponsored by CNR, is being held in Edmonton this year at Royal Mayfair and Stollery is the designated charity to receive funds raised by the event.
Guests / information seekers and prospective new members are most welcome to attend any of our meetings. Thanks.
The volunteer Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will meet again on Thurs. May 23, 2013 in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc. The actual meeting begins at 7:30pm. Those wishing to personally order food or dinner should arrive between 6:30-7:00pm.
Leduc Optimist Club members are reminded to bring (if possible) personal donations of non-perishable food or household items as a Leduc Food Bank representative will be in attendance to accept any goods. The Club will make a cash donation as well.

Anyone wanting to find out what the Leduc Optimist youth and community service Club does and how we operate is most welcome to attend. We are always seeking potential new members for valuable volunteer help, input and ideas. Come and JOIN US!

The Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will meet again on Thurs. May 9, 2013 in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc. The actual meeting starts at 7:30pm and any one wanting to personally order food / dinner should arrive at 6:30-7:00pm.
Our meetings are open for any person interested to attend and learn about Optimist Clubs. We also always welcome potential new members. Thanks
The Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will meet again on Thurs. Apr. 25, 2013 in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc. The actual meeting starts at 7:30pm and any one wanting to personally order food / dinner should arrive at 6:30-7:00pm.
Our meetings are open for any person interested to attend. Come join us! 


The photo above shows Optimist Shayne examining baby shower gifts provided by other Optimist Club members while Chantell holds new baby boy Braden in the background. Appreciation was expressed by the couple.

Previously, during the meeting, details of the upcoming Spelling Bee on Saturday April 20th were discussed.
More information on an Internet Safety presentation was outlined.
Recently purchased personal care items, activity books and markers for children in emergency care were packaged up for donation to the Leduc Community Hospital. A mutually suitable delivery date and time is to be determined.
A reminder of the Optimist Zone 5 meeting on Sunday April 21st was stated.


Upcoming Meeting Thursday April 11, 2013

The volunteer Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will meet again on Thurs. April 11, 2013 in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc. Those wishing to personally order food / dinner should arrive at 6:30-7:00pm with the actual meeting to start at 7:30pm.
Current Optimist members are encouraged to attend and provide the necessary ideas and implementation.
Any interested persons may visit to gain information on Club operations, Activities & Programs. New members are welcome as we seek to maintain and expand our help to Youth and the Community 

Thurs. March 28, 2013 is the date for the next meeting of the Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant, Leduc.  Those wishing to personally order food / dinner should arrive between 6:30 - 700pm.  The meeting will begin at 7:30pm.

Members are requested to attend, consider, vote on and bring forth topics of discussion - as usual.

Any persons wishing to find out what our club is all about, and what we do, are WELCOME to attend.

Our volunteer Optimist Club is focused on Youth ("Bringing Out The Best In Kids") and Community.

We Spring Forward With The Next Meeting On Thursday March 14, 2013

The clocks have been moved ahead, so we spring into our next Club Meeting on Thursday March 14th, 2013 in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc.
Those who personally wish to order food / dinner should arrive between 6:30 - 7:00 PM with the actual meeting to start at 7:30 PM.
We are expecting Cassie Gallant from Beaumont High School Special Education and Loretta Hannah from the Early Childhood Resources (ECR) Sunbeams program to attend and receive donations from our Club to support their worthy endeavours.
Guests and potential new members are most welcome to attend. We are always open and seeking to add voices and ideas from community minded volunteers who want to try and make a difference.
Thanks. 
The Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc invites any interested guests, or potential new members, to join us on Thursday February 28th, 2013 for our next regular meeting to gain insight on what we do and how we operate. WELCOME!
Members are encouraged to make every effort to attend and add your essential voices and efforts to our discussions, decisions, programs and activities.
Those wishing to personally order food / dinner should arrive between 6:30 and 7:00 PM with the actual meeting to start at 7:30 PM.
Thanks. 
The Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will meet again on Thurs. Feb. 14, 2013 in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc. Those wishing to personally order food or dinner should arrive between 6:00 - 7:00 PM, with the actual meeting to start at 7:30 PM.

Members should make every effort to attend as they are important for discussion and decisions.

Guests / potential new members are most welcome to attend. We are always open and seeking to add voices and ideas from community minded volunteers who want to try and make a difference
The Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will meet again on Thurs. Jan. 24, 2013 in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc. Those wishing to personally order food / dinner should arrive between 6:30-7:00 PM. The actual meeting will start at 7:30 PM.
Our Zone 5 Lieutenant Governor Geoff Connor will be making a Club Visit, so we encourage all members to be present.

Anyone seeking information on how our Club operates; or is exploring volunteerism as a potential new member is most welcome to attend. We are always seeking to become better known in the community and expand our services with new membership, ideas and strengths. Thanks. 

THE FIRST MEETING of THE NEW YEAR 2013 will be on JANUARY 10th

HELLO to the new year of 2013!
Our next meeting will be held on Thurs., Jan. 10, 2013 in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc.
Those wishing to personally order food/dinner should arrive between 6:30 - 7:00 PM; with the actual meeting to start at 7:30 PM
Updates will be provided on our programs and activities plus conversation is encouraged on any new initiatives.
Anyone wishing to be informed about our club is most welcome to attend. We are always seeking new members to become involved in current programs and activities and bring forth new ideas and strengths.

PLEASE NOTE:
The Q1 / Q2 Zone 5 meeting originally scheduled for November 25th has been rescheduled for Saturday, January 12th, 2013:
Host Club: Edmonton Dinner Optimist Club
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START - CALENDAR YEAR 2013
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At the Dec. 13, 2012 meeting, 2013 fundraising raffle ticket booklets were handed out to those Optimist members in attendance.
Congratulations to Optimist Denise who handed in the first SOLD booklet, with cash, on Dec. 16th.

Leduc Estates School has accepted our offer to present Certificates of Personal Achievement and Community Spirit (with Bursaries) to one female and one male student in 2013. School staff select the deserving recipients.

Manager Gert Reynar of the Leduc Food Bank was on hand to receive personal, member donations of food and household items plus toys and other gifts for the Santa's Helpers program. THANKS to the members for your generosity and to Gert and her associates for the good work they perform.
Optimist members in attendance, plus Gert, display the donations presented on Dec. 13th.

Christmas Meeting Dec 13th

The Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will meet again on Thursday December13, 2012 at Smitty's Restaurant Leduc. Those wanting to personally order and eat should arrive at 7:00 PM, or earlier, with the regular meeting scheduled to begin at 7:30 PM. This will be our Christmas Meeting and program will be a Christmas theme. Please bring food donations for the Leduc Food Bank and something for Santa's Helpers.

Prospective new volunteer members and guests are welcome to attend our meetings.

Optikids Christmas Party and Sleigh Ride is on Sunday,
December 16th from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the
Britannia/Youngstown Community League Hall, 15927
- 105 Ave. Edmonton. All Optikids are invited to attend.
Please call Optimist Beryl at 780-459-3153 with names and ages of children attending.

 
NOVEMBER 22nd IS OUR NEXT MEETING DATE
The Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will meet again on Thursday November 22, 2012 at Smitty's Restaurant Leduc. Those wanting to personally order and eat should arrive at 7:00 PM, or earlier, with the regular meeting scheduled to begin at 7:30 PM.

Prospective new volunteer members and guests are welcome to attend our meetings. Our only criteria is a desire to help youth and community.

November 22nd is the 49th anniversary of the death of U.S. President John F Kennedy who was quoted to say: "One person can make a difference, and everyone should try."

President Ray will be away and Vice-President Denise will chair the meeting.

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THURSDAY NOVEMBER 8th IS OUR NEXT MEETING DATE
That time is approaching again, with our next regular meeting to be held on Thurs. Nov. 8, 2012 in Smitty's Restaurant Leduc. Members wanting to personally order food and dine, should arrive at 7:00 PM (or earlier) with the actual meeting to start at 7:30 PM.
Continue thinking about matters for discussion.

Potential new members and/or guests are welcome to attend.

NOTE: The Zone 5 first quarter meeting has been announced as hosted by the St. Albert clubs.
The date is Sunday Nov. 18, 2012 starting at 1:00 PM. The location is the St. Albert Seniors Club at #7 Tache Street (across from the St. Albert Legion).
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OCTOBER 25th - NEXT MEETING
Thursday October 25, 2012 is the next regular meeting of our club at Smitty's Restaaurant in Leduc.
Those wanting to personally order food and eat should arrive at 7:00 PM, or earlier, with the actual meeting to start at 7:30 PM. Please formulate ideas and points for discussion.

I think it was vaguely mentioned that the Wallace clan would be away on a cruise from October 23 until November 10. If that is the actual time period, we say....Bon Voyage!

Guests and potential new members are most welcome to attend.
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LEDUC BLACK GOLD 2011-2012 AWARDS!

At the October 11, 2012 regular meeting, nine members were in attendance plus one guest.
The annual Leduc club President's Award Plaques were presented to deserving members for their efforts over the 2011-2012 year. President Ray hands out the awards in the photos below:


Volunteer of the Year - Brian Wallace




Fundraiser of the Year - Bob Scott




Outstanding Member of the Year - Denise Stamp





The Optimist International President's Citation for Outstanding Member of the Year was also awarded to - Denise Stamp.




Special, framed Letters of Appreciation for valued, continuing service to our club and others were presented to Peggy Dick and Keivin Wallace.








Smitty's Restaurant also received a framed Letter of Appreciation for providing the space in the eatery to hold our twice a month meetings.





CONGRATULATIONS and THANKS to all the deserving recipients.



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UPCOMING MEETING - THURSDAY OCTOBER 11, 2012
There is a regular meeting upcoming on Thursday October 11, 2012 at Smitty's Restaurant in Leduc. Those members wishing to order and have dinner there should arrive at 7:00 PM or earlier. The actual meeting starts at 7:30 PM.
The annual member awards and recognitions will be announced based on the past 2011-2012 Optimist year. Please make every effort to attend.

Guests and potential new members seeking information on our activities and programs are cordially invited to attend. We welcome new members and ideas.
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SEPTEMBER 27 MEETING NOTES
The September 27, 2012 meeting was attended by Keivin, Trevor, Margaretha and Ray plus guests: John and Ruby Anderson and Geoff Connor ( incoming Zone 5 Lieutenant Governor). Our club's Annual Club Planning Conference Report (ACPC) was gone over, completed and handed to our new L/G Geoff.
A Letter of Thanks was read out from the Leduc Food Bank for our donations of school supplies, food and cash brought to them on September 17, 2012.
Another was received from the Stollery Foundation for our past contributions and an appeal for further support if we are able.
The fall highway #2 roadside clean up project conducted by the Edmonton Dinner Optimist Club and assisted by the Leduc Club members is scheduled for Saturday, October 06, 2012. Please arrive in front of Boston Pizza in Leduc before 9:00 AM which is the time that we depart to the section that is to be cleaned. Please advise Ray if you are able to attend, so we can have a number to work with.
Dress should be appropriate for the task and weather. Thanks.

DONATION to the LEDUC LEGION at the meeting:
Mabel Armour from the Royal Canadian Legion Leduc Branch 108 was on hand to be formally presented with the LED lighted OPEN sign which we have purchased and donated to the organization hoping to increase traffic through the facility and assist with the worthy endeavours of the Legion. Verbal and written thanks were given to our club.


Optimist Keivin presents the vertical OPEN sign to Legion Executive member Mabel
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NEXT REGULAR MEETING - September 27, 2012
Our next regular meeting takes place on Thursday, September 27, 2012 at Smitty’s Restaurant Leduc. The formal meeting starts at 7:30 PM. Those wishing to personally order food and eat should arrive at 7:00 pm, or earlier.
This is the final meeting of the fourth quarter (2011-2012) and the new Optimist year starts on October 1, 2012.

New elected and appointed executive members for 2012-2013 include:

President - Ray Venturin (2011-2012, 2012-2013)
Past President - Shayne Beveridge (2009-2010, 2010-2011)
Vice President - Denise Stamp
Recording Secretary - Margaretha Reimer
Treasurer - Bob Scott

Directors:

Keivin Wallace
Brian Wallace
Samantha Wallace
Peggy Dick
Nancy Bell
Trevor Adair

Please make every effort to attend although some have already advised that they will be away or have prior commitments.
We’ll miss you, but will carry on with an optimistic spirit.
Guests and potential new members are invited and most welcome to attend the meeting.
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ZONE 5 Fourth Quarter MEETING Completed
The Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc hosted the Zone 5 Fourth Quarter Meeting on Saturday September 8, 2012 at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 108 Leduc.
Seventeen Optimist members from various clubs attended.

Outgoing Lieutenant Governor (LG) Peggy Dick addressed the group on pertinent matters and introduced the incoming LG (Geoff Connor) who will take over on October 1, 2012. The clubs presented reports on their activities for the past period and some future endeavours.

An enjoyable lunch was provided, followed by the annual Horseshoe Challenge on the public grounds behind the Legion Hall. Glen Kreller from The St. Albert club and Clint Sopchyshyn from the Edmonton Dinner club teamed up to outduel the three other pairs in competition and place first.

Thanks to all who attended.

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JUNE 28th MEETING
Just a reminder to all Optimists that our last meeting before the summer recess is on Thurs. June 28, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. (7:30 for meeting only) at Smitty's Family Restaurant.  Guests are always welcome.  We will be overviewing the upcoming summer events and the planned program is the food bank.  Please bring a non-perishable food donation.

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JUNE 14th MEETING and FOOTBALL RAFFLE DRAW

The next regular meeting of the Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will take place on Thurs. June 14, 2012 in the Smitty's/Shades establishment Leduc. Those wishing to order food and eat should arrive at 7:00pm, or earlier, with the actual meeting to start at 7:30pm.

PLEASE NOTE: The meeting on June 14th will see the Football Raffle Draw take place.  All the tickets have been sold. We greatly appreciate the fantastic support for this project. We also want to thank the Leduc & District Minor Football (L&DMFA) for all of their support and a representative will be at this meeting to accept a donation cheque.

There are only two more meetings before the July & August summer break when no meetings take place. Please make every effort to attend the remaining meetings. Guests and prospective new members are always welcome to attend.

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NEXT REGULAR MEETING - MAY 24th

The next regular meeting of the Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will take place on Thurs. May 24, 2012 in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc. Those wishing to order food and eat should arrive at 7:00pm, or earlier, with the actual meeting to start at 7:30pm.
There are only three more meetings before the July & August summer break when no meetings take place. Please make every effort to attend the remaining meetings.
Guests and prospective new members are always welcome to attend.

PLEASE NOTE: The meeting on June 14th will see the Football Raffle Draw take place.

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UPCOMING MEETING - MAY 10th

The next meeting of the Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc will take place on Thursday May 10, 2012 in the back section of Smitty's Restaurant Leduc. Those wishing to eat should arrive at 7:00pm, or earlier, with the actual meeting to start at 7:30pm.

This is an even more important meeting than usual as we need to present names and vote for club positions to start the new Optimist year on October 1st. PLEASE Make Every Effort To ATTEND.

Remember that meetings are not held in July or August for our summer break, so we need to handle and complete programs and activities in the next four meetings.

Prospective new volunteer members and guests are always welcome. Come join us! Giving our time and effort to try and make a difference.

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NEXT MEETING - APRIL 26th

The next meeting will take place on Thursday April 26, 2012 at Smitty's Restaurant, Leduc. Those wishing to eat should arrive at 7:00pm (or earlier) with the actual meeting to begin at 7:30pm.
PLEASE NOTE: Due to a banquet taking place in the back section of Smitty's, our meeting will be held in the lower section of the SHADES bar/lounge which is located within the same building.
All members are encouraged to attend. Guests and prospective new members are WELCOME!

Congratulations to all Optimist members on the completion of our club's first Local Spelling Bee held at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 108 Leduc on Saturday April 21st. Those members who were able to attend pitched in to help and make it a successful event. Thanks.

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HAPPY EASTER !  NEXT MEETING - APRIL 12th

The Leduc Black Gold Optimists wish you and your family a Happy Easter !
Our next regular meeting is at Smitty's in Leduc on Thursday April 12, Dinner 7:00 p.m.and meeting 7:30 p.m.. Topics will include the Spelling Bee on April 21 and Raffle Ticket Sales.
Prospective new members and guests are welcome.

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UPCOMING MEETING - MARCH 22nd

Thursday March 22nd, 2012 is the next scheduled meeting for the Black Gold Optimist Club of Leduc to be held at Smitty's Restaurant Leduc in the back section. Those wanting to order and have dinner should arrive at 7:00pm, or earlier, with the actual meeting to start at 7:30pm. All members are encouraged to attend. Prospective new members and guests are welcome. Thanks.

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THE NEXT MEETING IS MARCH 08, 2012
Fellow Optimists:
Our next regular meeting takes place on Thursday, March 08, 2012 in the back section of Smitty’s Restaurant Leduc. Those wanting to order themselves food and eat should arrive at 7:00pm ( or earlier ) with the actual meeting to start at 7:30pm.
Dori Wearmouth from Early Childhood Resources ( ECR ) is planning to attend and provide additional information on the Sunbeams program which deals with 4 - 8 year old children who need varied types of support. A donation cheque will be presented.
All members are encouraged to attend and prospective new members and guests are welcome.
Optimistically,
Ray

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CLUB'S NEXT MEETING FEB 23, 2012

We meet this Thursday at Smitty’s in Leduc, 7P to eat
730P for the meeting. Guests are welcome.

We are now working on our spring projects.

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FIRST CLUB MEETING IN FEBRUARY

Hello fellow Optimists! This is a reminder that the next regular meeting of the Leduc Club will be held on Thursday, February 9, 2012 at Smitty's Restaurant Leduc. Those wanting to eat should arrive and order at 7:00pm, or earlier, with the actual meeting to start at 7:30pm.
Any other persons with an interest to become volunteer members of our club, or a desire for more information on the Optimist movement, are welcome. We are always open to, and seek, new people to expand our abilities and provide other ideas. THANKS!

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ZONE 5 SECOND QUARTER MEETING

This is your call to attend the Optimist 2nd Quarter Zone 5 meeting, which is being held on Sunday afternoon, Jan. 29, 2012 at Britannia Youngstown Community Hall 15927 - 105th Ave. in Edmonton. Doors will be open at 1:00pm; the meeting starts promptly at 2:00pm and it is expected to be over by 4:00pm. Coffee, cake, muffins/cookies will be served. There will be door prizes and a 50/50 draw. Hopefully the Ladies from the Stollery Children's Hospital will be on hand.

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NEXT REGULAR JANUARY MEETING

The next regular January meeting of the Leduc club will be held on Thursday January 26th, 2012 at Smitty's Restaurant, Leduc. Those who want to eat arrive at 7:00pm, or earlier, with the actual meeting to start at 7:30pm. All members are encouraged to attend. Guests and prospective new members are welcome.

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CLUB MEETING

The next regular meeting of the Leduc club will be held on Thursday January 12th, 2012 at Smitty's Restaurant, Leduc. Those who want to eat arrive at 7:00pm, or earlier, with the actual meeting to start at 7:30pm. All members are encouraged to attend. Guests and prospective new members are welcome.

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Each meeting date not listed here for year 2011. Started the practice in year 2012.

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