Choose Optimism

We look back to the optimist stories from the first year of the podcast with Shane and Theresa. Hear from Russ, Nick, Shane and Dave as they tell their optimist stories from the 1st broadcast and then we hear from Tina, Crystal and Melissa as they tell their story of friendship from the 4th broadcast.

Join us as we hear from Chuck Sawyer from the Atascadero Optimist Club about their Festival of Trees for Christmas Fundraiser.

It's patriotic, optimistic and lots of fun, join us as we learn about the Avenue of Flags from Mike Athmer of the Kettering Dorwood Optimist Club. Mike will tell us how to start and maintain this great fundraiser starting with any size club be they small, medium or large.

Today's topic is a super idea to get the whole community involved in raising funds for a community park, helping kids and making a difference! Larry Harper from the Spencerville and District Optimist Club is here to tell us how his club gets everyone involved to raise more that $30k, from having the youth who are involved in the culinary arts plan, execute and clean up on a fabulous dinner and having three mini-silent-auctions and one live auction.

Here is another interesting "Fundraising" idea from Marlene Phillips a member of the Riverside Optimist Club. Marlene tells us how to start a Euchre Tournament. What, you have no idea what Euchre is? Well, she will give you all the details and how fun this event can be not only a fun way to raise money in the community but also be a great social event for your club. Join us to learn more about it.

In this episode on the topic of "Fundraising" we hear from Chris Scott a member of the Helena Optimist Club about a fundraiser that began as a memorial for a former member. Learn how the club started a Pool Tournament that might be a something you might be able to do in your community.

Join us as we learn about the Striping Program with Bob Pancich from the Uptown Great Falls Optimist Club. He tells us how to start a parking lot striping program in your club.

We begin a new fundraising series to help clubs learn about different ideas across the Optimist International. Join us in learning about the Camel Races - Charles Snyder from the West Branch Optimist Club talks about how to start this fun event in your club variations and all.

Danny Rodgers, Past Optimist International President, tells us his optimist story and talks about the Optimist Creed Series: "To be too large for worry, too noble for anger, too strong for fear, and too happy to permit the presence of trouble.

Nick Prillaman, Past Optimist International President, tells his optimist story and talks about the Optimist Creed Series: "To give so much time to the improvement of yourself that you have no time to criticize others."

Ron Huxley, Past Optimist International President, tells his optimist story and tells us about the Optimist Creed Series: "To wear a cheerful countenance at all times and give every living creature you meet a smile."

Patsy Garner, Past Optimist International President, tells her story and tells us about the Optimist Creed Series: "To forget the mistakes of the past and press on to the greater achievements of the future."

Dave Bruns, Past Optimist International President, tells his story and talks to us about the Optimist Creed Series: "To be just as enthusiastic about the success of others as you are about your own."

Ken Garner Past Optimist International President, tell their stories and talk about the Optimist Creed Series: "To think only of the best, to work only for the best, and to expect only the best."

Mark Weinsoff, Past Optimist International President, tells his optimist story and tells us about the Optimist Creed Series: "To look at the sunny side of everything and make your optimism come true."

Rebecca Butler-Mona, Past Optimist International President tells her story and talks about the Optimist Creed Series: "To make all your friends feel that there is something in them."

Bob McFadyen, Past Optimist International President, tells his story and talks with us about the Optimist Creed Series: "To talk health, happiness and prosperity to every person you meet."

Robert "Bob" Garner, Past Optimist International President tells his optimist story and then talks with us about the Optimist Creed Series: "To be so strong that nothing can disturb your peace of mind."

Join us as we talk to Tim Bell, the President of Canadian Childhood Optimist Foundation (CCOF). We learn about the difference between the Optimist International Foundation in the United States. Tim talks about the programs that CCOF has and scholarship programs.

Join us as Lou Moss, a member of the Clinton Township Area Optimist Club tells her optimist story and how it changed her life. A member for over 30 years serving the organization as a Club President, District Lt. Governor, District Governor, International Vice President and much more. She made lasting relationships and met and married her husband Danny Moss.