Farewell to Wyn McAra

Remember Wyn McAra

Fellow Optimists,

It is with a lot of sadness that I must advise you that Wyn McAra passed away on March 27th at the age of 94.

Wyn has served as guiding light in Optimists International for decades, giving of her time and talent to many projects including helping with blind and hard of sight members in the Brailtone Club, and spearheading many public speaking competitions including serving several years as the District Chair for the Communication Contest for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (CCDHH).  Just think of how many kids have been helped by her efforts over the years.

Wyn always had a smile and a kind word for her friends, always generous with her time and her talent.  She will be remembered as a lady of warmth and grace and a sense of purpose to help make the world a better place for youth.

I have been advised by Wyn's family that the funeral services will take place at 11AM, on Saturday Morning April 4th/15 in Highlands United Church 11305 - 64 Street, there will be a light lunch and refreshments downstairs following the service.

Please forward this to all who might have known Wyn.

Sincerely,

Keivin Wallace

Past Governor

3rd Quarter District Meeting and Workshop Invite

You are invited to the 2014-15 3rd Quarter District Conference and Training Workshop scheduled for May 15 & 16, 2015 in Great Falls, Montana. Enjoy the hospitality of the Optimist Club of Great Falls and take the opportunity to meet with the District Team led by our Governor, Dan Petersen.

Early Registration Deadline: before May 1, 2015

Hotel: Holiday Inn, 1100 5th Street South Great Falls.  Book your rooms by calling 406-727-7200 or 1-800-465-4329 and book for the "Optimist Meeting". The room rate is $89 per night.

Agenda:  Conference Agenda and Workshop Schedule NEW
Theme: Wear your best western attire for the Friday night Western social. Games and pictures with prizes for the best western costume.
Companion's and Children's Program:  Being planned so bring the family.

How to Register:  Just complete a Registration Form and book your room before they are all reserved!

Submitted by Gov Dan Petersen for the Optimist Club of Great Falls

Timely Christmas Story

Fellow Optimists.

This is a wonderful (and timely) story about how collaboration works.

The Great Falls Uptown Optimist club helped form a JOOI Club.  The JOOI Club then helped the Girl Scouts who in turn helped kids learn about scouting in one of our elementary schools here in Great Falls.

Just look at the smiles on these young girl's faces.  And I bet our JOOI club members received a great deal of satisfaction from their efforts.

Merry Christmas and thanks for all you do.

Governor Dan Petersen
Let's Go !!!   Be the Best !!!

Loss of an Optimist

Fellow Optimists,

 

It is with great sadness that I pass along the obituary of Keith Preddy.  Keith has served as President of the Optimist Club of Lethbridge for many years.  Just think of how many kids have been helped by his efforts over the years.

 

I knew Keith from Optimists and also from his Big Kahuna Karaoke business here in Great Falls.  Our city will have less music as a result of his passing.

 

Please forward this to all who might have known Keith.

 

Sincerely,

 

Dan Petersen

Governor

AMS&NW District 13