Full Steam Ahead!
Getting on Track for a Successful Nebraska District Optimist Year!
2017-2018 

Convention Registration is now Open

Go to the orange "conference plan" tab  and follow the instructions provided.

 
August 10-12 
Boarders Inn and Suites in Grand Island
Reserve Rooms NOW --$98.77 Convention Rate expires July 30!
308-384-5150

Leadership Training will be held on Friday, August 10

Clubs are encouraged to send Presidents-Elect
and Secretary - Treasurer Designates to learn the tricks of the trade and get some new ideas for energizing clubs and the district!  It's free and fun!

Lt. Governors for each of the 9 zones will meet to plan,
organize and train for their 2018-19 positions!

Training Schedule    [click here]

Don't miss this valuable opportunity with Optimist International
Certified Trainer Tracy Huxley from Ontario, Canada

Great weekend plans for Optimists! 

Friday
Leadership Training
Those serving the districts and their clubs as Lt. Governors, Presidents, Secretaries and Treasurers for the 2018-2019 year will be involved in training during the day.

Then!  A fun evening in the Grand Island "Railside" area!
There are a variety of shops, restaurants, breweries, bars,
a chocolate shop and other locations to explore and enjoy! 
Maps and descriptions will be provided soon. 
The Grand Theatre has been restored to its origianal historical beauty. 
Tickets are $5.50 and the show starts at 7:15.
And, of course, there are trains!  Full Steam Ahead!
There is ample free parking in the area, but please sign up as there are plans to arrange shuttle service.

Downtown Grand Island - [Dining Map]   [Shopping Map]

Saturday
Saturday features learning and sharing sessions, fun activities, games and another adventure into the Grand Island Community.  Keep watching for updates as the details become available! 
Convention business includes election and policy changes.
Two candidates are running for Governor-Elect and nominations
will be taken from the floor.  Voting will be done by ballot.

Candidate resumes and policy proposals are provided here:
Mary Lou Andersen   [ click here ]     Linda Wheeler  [click here]

Current District Policies  [click here ]        Proposed changes [click here ]

OI Representative Tracy Huxley will address the group after dinner.

Special Program!
"Comfort Dogs" 
Learn about the program and meet the Golden Retrievers
that are sent in to assist victims after disasters 
such as hurricanes and shootings.  These special animals are trained in Grand Island!

Sunday
Memorial Service:
please notify Chaplain Marvin Shimmel of those to be honored
shimarv@hotmail.com
Old Timer's Breakfast and Program

 

What's on your club Profile Page?
Your calendar can be shared with the whole district!
Want to know more?
Have something you'd like to have on the website?
Have an idea you want to share?

Contact: 
Charlene at cesboyd@aol.com
 or Ardis at amoody1@neb.rr.com
for help and to learn more!

Communication is a key to success!  Here is another tool!

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Optimist International has created new logos for every club!
Here is the link to download the new logo designed for YOUR Club!
Excellent way to promote your club!

http://www.optimist.org/member/distclublogos.cfm

Information on: 

Childhood Cancer, Essay Contest, Oratorical Contest,
Junior Golf, Awards and Achievements
and other District Programs are on the Website!


Go the the YELLOW "Youth Programs" Menu

Select "District Programs" and then the Program of Interest
"More Details" provides contact information, forms and other particulars