Hey, Optimists -
Clearly we're having some technical problems on this website, and I apologize on behalf of the Communications (or lack thereof) Team!
For those attending the 3rd Q Conference in Oklahoma City April 26-27th, here is the more specific info:
FRIDAY HOWDY PARTY: 6:30 pm
Hosted by the NW OKC Optimists (Sports Club)
Location is Dolese Park, 5105 NW 50th St, OKC. Stay to the left when driving in to find the sports complex. If you find the ballfields, you're in the right location (Palmer Field).
We'll have a tailgater with burgers and dogs and watch some youth soccer, organized specifically for us! Bring your folding chairs.
We had some dynamic weather this morning in NWOKC but our tailgater is a go!!! Looks like it's gonna be a great day!
Saturday registration starts at 8:30 am, conference starts at 9 am. Conference room at the Home2 Suites, 4110 NW Expressway, OKC.
Morning sessions will be business, reports, and OI info.
At lunch, the District Essay Winner will be featured, along with our District Oratorical Contest.
Jim Boyd, OI Director of Strategic Growth will have a presentation during the day as well.
At 6:30 pm, we will reconvene in the conference room for our banquet, featuring our District CCDHH Contest (pre-recorded) and our Guest Speaker Jennifer Goodrich, executive director of PIVOT-A, a youth homeless initiative. Please bring full size hygiene products to donate!
We look forward to seeing your smiling faces!!!
Yours in Optimism,
Governor Stephanie
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3rd Q Conference | April 26-27, 2024 | Conference and scholarship contests. Location is Home2 Suites, 4110 NW Expressway, OKC. Deadline to get event room rate is March 26. Make your reservation: https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/r |
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Governor's Message |
Welcome to the new TexHoma District!
I have been a member of the Optimist Club of Fort Worth since 1997 and have served in most of the board positions of my home club. I became involved at the District level after my retirement from the City of Fort Worth, serving as Lt. Governor twice, District Foundation Rep three times, and most recently as the NTX webmaster.
I come from a family of service-oriented individuals: medical, military, religious, and public safety.
I'm excited to have the opportunity to start blazing new trails in Optimism in the Southwest. This has been home to me and my family for over 150 years. I am a native of the DFW area but have been all around this region in my travels and plan to see even more of it during the
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Stephanie Sullivan 2023-2024 |
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