The East Utica Optimist Club

January 11 Meeting Report

The Zone Meeting was well attended with 47 members present. A representative of the Children's Miracle Network was present to accept a check in excess of $1200. This was the profit from the Pancake Breakfast. Bob Koeppel, acting governor, was also present to update the zone's clubs. New club-building is a reality, but the real issue is to strengthen the number of members in existing clubs.

Volunteer News

The concession stand at the Proctor basketball games has been well manned. Thanks to all who participate in this club event. There are still a few more home games remaining on the schedule. Contact Diane Waskiewicz if you would like to volunteer to work the concession stand. Profits will fund the annual end-of-the-season basketball banquet.

Don Guido is planning to bring some children to an Utica College basketball game. Don will announce a date for this event at the next meeting. Contact Don if you would like to volunteer as a chaperon for this event.

Tentative Dates of Special Meetings

March 21:

End-of-the-season Proctor Basketball Banquet.

April 12 or 26:

Dinner honoring the Students-of-the-Year from the Utica City School District's Elementary Schools.

May 10:

Dinner honoring the Students-of-the-Year from the Utica City School District's Middle Schools.

May 24:

Dinner honoring the Students-of-the-Year from Proctor High School.

June 13:

Turning Stone Casino Nite.

2nd Quarter District Meeting

Registration and meal reservations must be made by February 4th for those who plan to attend the District Meeting in Auburn. The club will reimburse you for the fees.

Change in Telephone Number/Address

Contact Fred and Jeanne DelGenio if you have recently changed your telephone number or your address.

Next Meeting

January 25th, 6:30, at the Radisson. Call Ralph Polera for reservations or cancellations.