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SUMMARY:2024 Senior Leaf Raking
DESCRIPTION:Got Leaves? \nIf you are a senior homeowner and would like your yard raked\, sign up by calling the CE & Rec Office at (262) 255-8460 by October 31st.  They will get you on the list to be contacted by a volunteer youth group to schedule raking to occur from November 9th through November 24th. \nHow Does It Work? \nIn early November\, various youth groups will be assigned to handle the raking.  They will contact the residents to arrange a convenient date and time to rake.  While the service is free\, donations are encouraged; every donated dollar is matched by the Optimist Club and shared among the participating groups.
URL:https://fallsoptimistclub.org/event/2024-senior-leaf-raking/
CATEGORIES:Our Service
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jason Husslein":MAILTO:hussjas@sdmfschools.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241003T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241003T190000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171616
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T161003Z
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SUMMARY:2024 Tri-Star Soccer
DESCRIPTION:This annual FREE contest allows Menomonee Falls\, Germantown and Sussex boys and girls to test their Soccer Skills on the MFHS Soccer Field. Open to both boys and girls ages 4 to 12. \nTrophies are awarded to each age group for Dribbling\, Run ‘n Shoot and Fastest Goal Kick using a radar gun! \nAdmission is free and contestants are welcome to attend the Menomonee Falls High School Boys Soccer game. \n  \n 
URL:https://fallsoptimistclub.org/event/2024-tri-star-soccer/
LOCATION:Menomonee Falls High School Varsity Soccer Complex\, W142N8101 Merrimac Dr.\, Menomonee Falls\, 53051\, United States
CATEGORIES:Our Service
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jerry Mislang":MAILTO:jerry.mislang@prodigy.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240926T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240926T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171616
CREATED:20240214T183522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T175716Z
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SUMMARY:2024 Board Installation Dinner
DESCRIPTION:The Installation of the 2024-2025 Board of Directors will take place on Thursday\, September 26th 2024. \nDate: Thursday September 26\, 2024\nLocation: Knights of Columbus Hall on Water Street\nTime: Cocktails starting at 5:30pm; Dinner starting at 6pm\nCatering provided by Smoked@225\nMenu: Pulled Pork & Pulled Chicken Sliders\, Coleslaw and Mac and Cheese. For Desert\nOoeyGooey Bars and Cupcakes.\nCost: $25 per person. Pay at a meeting\, send check to PO Box or pay at event. Make sure to\nput in memo field on the check “Installation Dinner” to help Kim process it correctly.\nPlease RSVP number attending by 9/12/24 to michaeldrussell1988@gmail.com\n 
URL:https://fallsoptimistclub.org/event/2024-board-installation-dinner/
LOCATION:Knights of Columbus\, W164N9161 Water St.\, Menomonee Falls\, 53051\, United States
CATEGORIES:Member Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Russell":MAILTO:michaeldrussell1988@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240917T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240917T193000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171616
CREATED:20240207T202707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T221442Z
UID:4781-1726588800-1726601400@fallsoptimistclub.org
SUMMARY:2024 Optimist Member Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Our club picnic is a celebration of what we do as a club.  Members\, significant others\, and potential new members are invited for a great picnic and a chance to engage in fellowship. \nThe date on this event is not yet firmed up\, but it is usually scheduled for the latter part of summer.
URL:https://fallsoptimistclub.org/event/2024-optimist-member-picnic/
CATEGORIES:Member Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Marcia Hebbring":MAILTO:mrc
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240909T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240909T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171616
CREATED:20240207T202244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T180346Z
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SUMMARY:2024 Packer Raffle and Tailgate Party
DESCRIPTION:Purchase a $100 raffle ticket to have a chance at one of 19 prizes!  Only 360 tickets sold. Includes a tailgate party at Village Bowl. \nGrand prize:  8 tickets to a Packers game of your choice at Lambeau Field\, luxury limo ride to the game\, Packers apparel\, cash and gift cards! \n2024 Prize Winners: \nGrand Prize:     MaryAnn Schallock \n$1\,000:     Eric Nelson \n$600:     Brent Morris \n$400:     Julie Rogers \n$250:     Gary Cline\, Vincent Scheckel\, Joe Reiter\, Heidi Schlumpf\, Elaine Gee\, Chris Fredrich\, Kelsey Carlson\, Sheila Brookins\, Lynn Zindl\, Tim Trapp\, Jason Husslein\, Kristy Husby\, Tim Schmidbauer and Scott Stein \nFree entry to the 2025 Packer Raffle:     Tom Wagner \n 
URL:https://fallsoptimistclub.org/event/2024-packer-raffle-and-tailgate-party/
LOCATION:Village Bowl\, N86W18330 Main Street\, Menomonee Falls\, WI\, 53051\, United States
CATEGORIES:Our Fundraisers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Ciskoski":MAILTO:tcisko64@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241002
DTSTAMP:20260505T171616
CREATED:20240329T153150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240329T154200Z
UID:4972-1722470400-1727827199@fallsoptimistclub.org
SUMMARY:Football Crazr Sweepstakes
DESCRIPTION:The Club has taken 210 Football Crazr raffle tickets to sell for the SWIS District and our Club. Anyone interested in purchasing tickets or helping to sell the 210 tickets for the club please contact Larry Hebbring. Last year we sold 300 tickets and raised over $1\,600.00 for the club and people who bought our tickets were awarded over $1\,000.00. It is a fun way to watch the 18-week football season and an easy sell at $20.00 per ticket. Contact Larry at 414-899-5807 or larryh@starpromo.net \nMORE INFO \nThe $20.00 ticket follows the 17 weeks of the NFL football season and each ticket holder has a chance to win as much as $500.00 each week. In each week\, the ticket owner gets 4 teams\, chosen at random. If the teams’ point totals are the highest for the week or the lowest for the week\, the ticket owner receives a cash prize. Ticket buyers can go to www.swisdistrict.org/resources to check weekly winners. If they are a winner a check will be sent out to them promptly. To make sure a winner gets their check\, stubs need to be handed in\, completely filled out\, legible and in black ink. \nLast year we had over 30 winners totaling over $3500.00 for club sold tickets. It is a great way to follow the season and all you have to do is buy/sell a $20.00 ticket. The $20.00 and the ticket stub must come back to us (The Optimist Club). The stub must be filled out completely and legibly\, if not\, we won’t be able to send their check if they win. All winnings will be sent to the ticket holder without any need for the ticket holder to interact. \nAll prizes are listed on each ticket. This goes on for 17 weeks with $1\,000.00 given out each week and $17\,000.00 given out for the year. The biggest winners are the scholarships we give out each year from the monies earned from our fund raisers. \nPayouts every week: \n\nHighest $500.00\n2nd $150.00\n3rd $100.00\n4th $60.00\n5th $50.00\n6th $35.00\n7th  $30.00\n8th  $25.00\nLowest $25.00\n2nd lowest  $15.00\n3rd lowest $10.00.\n\nEach ticket is also sold with Fund Crazr Discount Code.  This code automatically enters the ticket buyer into the Football Crazr Sweepstakes and entitles the buyer to deep discounts in the Crazr Saver Store\, using the discount code found on the front of the ticket. \nTicket buyers can go to www.swisdistrict.org/resources to check weekly winners.  If they are a winner a check will be set sent out to them promptly. To make sure a winner gets their check\, stubs need to be handed in\, completely filled out\, legible and in black ink. All 1000 tickets need to accounted for. \n  \nFootball Crazr Sweepstakes Chair: Larry Hebbring
URL:https://fallsoptimistclub.org/event/football-crazr-sweepstakes/
CATEGORIES:Our Fundraisers
ORGANIZER;CN="Larry Hebbring":MAILTO:larryh@starpromo.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240703T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240703T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171616
CREATED:20240209T163017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T145322Z
UID:4765-1720033200-1720040400@fallsoptimistclub.org
SUMMARY:2024 July 3rd Parade
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the biggest event in Menomonee Falls!  Fun for the whole family–floats\, clowns\, marching bands…and more! \nThe Parade starts at the corner of Elm and Appleton beginning at 7pm and ends at the high school.  Following the parade\, fireworks start at dusk. \nIf you wish to participate in the parade\, please submit an application at www.march@fallsparade.org. \n 
URL:https://fallsoptimistclub.org/event/2024-july-3rd-parade/
LOCATION:Appleton Avenue\, Menomonee Falls\, WI\, 53051\, United States
CATEGORIES:Our Service
ORGANIZER;CN="Larry Hebbring":MAILTO:larryh@starpromo.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240604T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240604T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171616
CREATED:20240325T184829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240329T151240Z
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SUMMARY:2024 Triker Fest
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we present the first Triker Fest at Village Park.  Participating race teams will compete in head-to-head matches around Village Park Raceway!  Food\, popcorn\, beer garden and…FUN! \nSponsored by Menomonee Falls Optimist Club and American Legion Post 382.
URL:https://fallsoptimistclub.org/event/2024-triker-fest/
LOCATION:Village Park\, N87W16749 Garfield Avenue\, Menomonee Falls\, WI\, 53051\, United States
CATEGORIES:Our Fundraisers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Greg Mattson":MAILTO:greg.mattson@bankfivenine.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240601T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240601T160000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171616
CREATED:20240207T203056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T203056Z
UID:4762-1717243200-1717257600@fallsoptimistclub.org
SUMMARY:2024 Tri-Star Baseball
DESCRIPTION:The annual Tri-Star Baseball/Softball Contest will run from 12-4:00 on June 1 at the Little League Baseball Complex on Mill Road. \nOpen to boys and girls fromages 7-12.  Test your skills at hitting\, base-running and pitching! \n 
URL:https://fallsoptimistclub.org/event/2024-tri-star-baseball/
LOCATION:The Complex\, N64W15020 Mill Road\, Menomonee Falls\, WI\, 53051\, United States
CATEGORIES:Our Service
ORGANIZER;CN="Don Eisenhauer":MAILTO:eisenhauers@youngrembrandts.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240527T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240908T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171616
CREATED:20240329T152947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240329T153534Z
UID:4971-1716832800-1725829200@fallsoptimistclub.org
SUMMARY:2024 Popcorn Wagon
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a fresh bag of popcorn while enjoying beautiful Village Park in Downtown Menomonee Falls!  And…support the Optimists as we “pop for kids!” \nOpen every night from 6pm – 9pm from Memorial Day through the week after Labor Day.
URL:https://fallsoptimistclub.org/event/2024-popcorn-wagon/
LOCATION:Village Park\, N87W16749 Garfield Avenue\, Menomonee Falls\, WI\, 53051\, United States
CATEGORIES:Our Fundraisers
ORGANIZER;CN="Larry Podolske":MAILTO:podolske@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240515T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240515T170000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171616
CREATED:20240207T200046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T211912Z
UID:4732-1715770800-1715792400@fallsoptimistclub.org
SUMMARY:2024 Scholarship Golf Outing
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our 34th annual Scholarship Golf Outing at Ironwood Golf Course on May 15\, 2024. \nFour-person scramble format\, $160/golfer includes 18 holes\, cart\, range balls\, entry into putting contest\, lunch and heavy hors d’oeuvres for dinner. \nEnter a team or sign up as an individual! \nClick here to register your players \n  \nPay Golf Outing Fees
URL:https://fallsoptimistclub.org/event/2024-scholarship-golf-outing/
LOCATION:Ironwood Golf Course\, W270N6166 Moraine Dr.\, Sussex\, 53089\, United States
CATEGORIES:Our Fundraisers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Todd Paulus":MAILTO:tpaulus@wi.rr.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240511T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240511T160000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171616
CREATED:20240207T210421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T185141Z
UID:4751-1715432400-1715443200@fallsoptimistclub.org
SUMMARY:May Meat Raffle at Water Street Pub & Grill
DESCRIPTION:We hope to “meat you” at Water Street Pub.  Beef\, chicken\, pork and more! \nJoin the Optimist Club and our local businesses as we raise funds for kids’ clubs\, scholarships\, and other activities in the Greater Menomonee Falls area!
URL:https://fallsoptimistclub.org/event/may-meat-raffle-at-water-street-pub-grill/
LOCATION:Water Street Pub & Grill\, N91W16356 Pershing Avenue\, Menomonee Falls\, WI\, 53051\, United States
CATEGORIES:Our Fundraisers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marcia Hebbring":MAILTO:mrc
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240511T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240511T140000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171616
CREATED:20240207T205623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T205816Z
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SUMMARY:2024 Fishing Derby
DESCRIPTION:The 2024 Optimist Club of Menomonee Falls Kids Fishing Derby will take place the morning of Saturday\, May 11th at the Mill Pond in downtown Menomonee Falls.  The contest is free and is open to all boys and girls ages 3-16 who reside or attend school in the Menomonee Falls area.  All participants will receive a t-shirt and door prize. Trophies will be awarded to boys and girls in five age divisions for the longest fish and most fish caught during the contest. \nRegistration for the event will be from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM at the Mill Pond Shelter.  During registration\, each child will receive a t-shirt\, fish recording log\, and a ticket for a door prize.  The fishing contest will be from 10:00 AM to Noon.  At Noon\, participants will want to hand-in their fish recording log to one of many volunteers that will be on site.  Trophies will be awarded to contest winners shortly after Noon.  Door prizes can be claimed at the registration table anytime between 10:00 AM and Noon. \nThe Menomonee Falls Neighborhood Watch will be selling food at the pavilion at the Mill Pond & Shelter from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. \nPlease bring your own fishing equipment.  Only a limited supply of bait will be provided.  Children under 11 years old must be accompanied by an adult.  Those 16 years old and older must have a fishing license. \nOver the years\, sponsors and supporters of this event include the Menomonee Falls Police Department\, the Menomonee Falls Neighborhood Watch\, the Village of Menomonee Falls\, RB Enterprises\, Fleet Farm\, Krueger’s Entertainment Center\, Cops and Kids Foundation\, Sandy Spring Farm\, Kwik Trip\, Tru Turn\, Menomonee Falls CE & Rec\, The Falls Neighbors and the Optimist Club of Menomonee Falls. \n  \n 
URL:https://fallsoptimistclub.org/event/2024-fishing-derby/
LOCATION:Mill Pond Park\, W164N9021 Water Street\, Menomonee Falls\, WI\, 53051\, United States
CATEGORIES:Our Service
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dustin Koehler":MAILTO:dustin.m.koehler@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240502T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241002T170000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171616
CREATED:20240209T161956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T161956Z
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SUMMARY:2024 Adopt a Highway
DESCRIPTION:The Optimist Club is committed to the betterment of the community through the Adopt-a Highway program. There are 2-3 times during the year that local groups partner with the Optimist Club  to clean up the 2 mile stretch of Pilgrim Road from Appleton Ave. to Mill Rd. Dates are still pending for 2024. Anyone wanting to participate could contact Laura Ciletti at raz4mf@aol.com
URL:https://fallsoptimistclub.org/event/2024-adopt-a-highway/
CATEGORIES:Our Service
ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Ciletti":MAILTO:raz4mf@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240406T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240406T160000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171616
CREATED:20240207T210818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T210818Z
UID:4750-1712408400-1712419200@fallsoptimistclub.org
SUMMARY:April Meat Raffle at Player's Pub
DESCRIPTION:Raffles\, meat\, fun\, friends and more!  All while supporting a great cause. \nJoin the Optimist Club and our local businesses as we raise funds for kids’ clubs\, scholarships\, and other activities in the Greater Menomonee Falls area! \nSee you at Player’s Pub!
URL:https://fallsoptimistclub.org/event/april-meat-raffle-at-players-pub/
LOCATION:Player’s Pub\, N86W16396 Appleton Ave.\, Menomonee Falls\, 53051\, United States
CATEGORIES:Our Fundraisers
ORGANIZER;CN="Marcia Hebbring":MAILTO:mrc
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240403T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240403T083000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171616
CREATED:20240209T165538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240323T185911Z
UID:4787-1712127600-1712133000@fallsoptimistclub.org
SUMMARY:2024 John Weaver Do the Right Thing Award
DESCRIPTION:Initiated by a long-time educator\, the late John Weaver\, the Optimist Club recognizes elementary and middle-school students for their good character– kindness\, compassion\, empathy\, support\, honesty\, friendship\, humanity and respect.  The focus is on students who fly “under the radar\,” who may not be the highest academic\, musical\, artistic or athletic achiever\, but who makes our school community a better place to work\, learn\, play and succeed. \nNominations\, including a description of the reasons for nominating the student\, can be mailed to the Menomonee Falls Optimist Club\, PO Box 671\, Menomonee Falls\, WI 53052 or emailed to Rick Kohl at rick.kohlsja@gmail.com.  The 2024 award ceremony will take place on April 3 during the regularly-scheduled Optimist Club meeting at 7:15 am at the Falls Community Recreation Center on Margaret Road.
URL:https://fallsoptimistclub.org/event/2024-do-the-right-thing/
LOCATION:Menomonee Falls Community Education and Recreation\, W152N8645 Margaret Rd.\, Menomonee Falls\, 53051\, United States
CATEGORIES:Our Service
ORGANIZER;CN="Rick Kohl":MAILTO:rick.kohlsja@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240314T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240314T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171616
CREATED:20240207T212746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T212746Z
UID:4757-1710439200-1710450000@fallsoptimistclub.org
SUMMARY:2024 Oratorical Contest
DESCRIPTION:Speak your way to success…unlock scholarships with your voice! \nSince its start in 1928\, the Optimist Oratorical Contest has become the longest-running program sponsored by Optimist International. The contest is designed for youth to gain experience in public speaking and provide them with the opportunity to compete for a college scholarship. \nThe 2024 Optimist Oratorical topic is: How to Change the World With Optimism \nHOW TO APPLY\nInterested students should prepare a 4- to 5-minute speech on the assigned topic to be presented attheir local Optimist Club’s contest.\nThe speeches are judged at the Club level\, Zone level\, Regional level (if needed)\, and then at the District level.\nStudents need to submit an application and speech in writing prior to the event. \nELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:  The contest is open to students under the age of 19 as of October 1\, 2023. \nCLUB COMPETITION ;  Thursday\, March 14\, 2024 at 6:00pm. Menomonee Falls Community Center\, W152 N8645 Margaret Rd\, Menomonee Falls\, WI 53051\nZONE COMPETITION: Tuesday\, April 9\, 2024 at 6:00pm. Menomonee Falls Community Center\, W152 N8645 Margaret Rd\, Menomonee Falls\, WI 53051\nDISTRICT COMPETITION:  Saturday\, May 11\, 2024\, Hilton Garden Inn NW\, 11600 W Park Pl\, Milwaukee\, WI 53224\nREGIONAL COMPETITION:  July 18-19\, 2024\, Saint Louis University in St. Louis\, Missouri \nEach Regional Winner will compete in the World Championship Contest for a chance to win a first\, second\, or third place scholarship of $15\,000\, \nFOR MORE INFO CONTACT:\nAnnie Jurczyk – Annie.j@kw.com\nMike Russell – michaeldrussell1988@gmail.com
URL:https://fallsoptimistclub.org/event/2024-oratorical-contest/
LOCATION:Menomonee Falls Community Education and Recreation\, W152N8645 Margaret Rd.\, Menomonee Falls\, 53051\, United States
CATEGORIES:Our Service
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Russell":MAILTO:michaeldrussell1988@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240302T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240302T160000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171616
CREATED:20240207T210945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T184429Z
UID:4749-1709384400-1709395200@fallsoptimistclub.org
SUMMARY:March Meat Raffle at DJs Goalpost
DESCRIPTION:Beef\, pork\, chicken and more!  Have fun and support a great cause! \nJoin the Optimist Club and our local businesses as we raise funds for kids’ clubs\, scholarships\, and other activities in the Greater Menomonee Falls area! \nSee you at DJ’s!
URL:https://fallsoptimistclub.org/event/march-meat-raffle-at-djs-goalpost/
LOCATION:DJ’s Goalpost Sports Pub & Eatery\, N81W15094 Appleton Ave.\, Menomonee Falls\, 53051\, United States
CATEGORIES:Our Fundraisers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marcia Hebbring":MAILTO:mrc
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240301T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240301T170000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171616
CREATED:20240207T213529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T213652Z
UID:4784-1709280000-1709312400@fallsoptimistclub.org
SUMMARY:2024 Essay Contest
DESCRIPTION:Win Scholarships for Writing! \nThe Essay Contest is sponsored by Optimist International to give young people the opportunity to write about their own opinions regarding the world in which they live. The approach can encompass a young person’s personal experience\, the experience of their country or a more historical perspective. In addition to developing skills for written expression\, participants also have the opportunity to win a college scholarship! \nThe 2024 Essay Contest Topic is: Optimism: How It Connects Us \nHOW TO APPLY\nInterested students should prepare a 700-800 word essay (Title\, footnotes and bibliography are not included in the final word count). Hyphenated words count as one (1) word. Students need to submit an application prior to the event. \nELIGIBILITY CRITERIA\nYouth under the age of 19 as of October 1\, 2023 (and is not enrolled as a degree-seeking student of a post-secondary institution) \nCLUB COMPETITION\nEssays are due on Monday\, February 12\, 2024\, at 6:00 pm and should be emailed to michaeldrussell1988@gmail.com \nFOR MORE INFO CONTACT:\nMike Russell – michaeldrussell1988@gmail.com or Annie Jurczyk – Annie.j@kw.com \n 
URL:https://fallsoptimistclub.org/event/2024-essay-contest/
CATEGORIES:Our Service
ORGANIZER;CN="Annie Jurczyk":MAILTO:annie.j@kw.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240217T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240217T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171616
CREATED:20240207T211237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T155025Z
UID:4753-1708196400-1708203600@fallsoptimistclub.org
SUMMARY:2024 Distinguished Young Women
DESCRIPTION:The Optimist Club has sponsored and organized the program since 1986. This program would not be able to continue without the many volunteers and financial support of this club. To date the Optimist Club has awarded $40\,000 in scholarships and cash awards through this program. \nJoin us for the 2024 competion on February 17th at 7:00 pm at North Middle School. \n 
URL:https://fallsoptimistclub.org/event/2024-distinguished-young-women/
LOCATION:North Middle School\, N88W16750 Garfield Avenue\, Menomonee Falls\, WI\, 53051\, United States
CATEGORIES:Our Service
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ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Mattson":MAILTO:mattdeb@sdmfschools.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231206T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231206T220000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171616
CREATED:20240306T192339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240314T155639Z
UID:4912-1701882000-1701900000@fallsoptimistclub.org
SUMMARY:2023 Member Christmas Party
DESCRIPTION:The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year? \nChestnuts roasting on an open fire\, presents under the tree\, Ebeneezer and Tiny Tim….. and the Optimist Club Christmas Party! \nThe 2023 Christmas Party was held on Wednesday\, December 6th at the Delta Hotel.  Guests enjoyed their choice of either Chicken Marsala\, Herb Crusted Tilapia\, or a vegetarian meal of Stuffed Portabello followed by entertainment featuring a holiday-themed rendition of Family Feud. \n 
URL:https://fallsoptimistclub.org/event/2023-member-christmas-party/
LOCATION:February 2024 Optimizer
CATEGORIES:Member Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Carol Burg":MAILTO:carol
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231202T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231202T140000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171616
CREATED:20231213T203923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240210T161418Z
UID:4555-1701511200-1701525600@fallsoptimistclub.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Drop 'N Shop
DESCRIPTION:The 12th Annual Parent Holiday Drop & Shop was held on Saturday\, December 3rd at the Community Education & Recreation Department.  Ninety-nine children attended along with 43 student volunteers and 28 Optimist volunteers had a day of fun making memories. \nThank you to Jason Husslein & Staff for making the day run smoothly. Thank you to Don Eisenhauer of the Young Rembrandts Drawing Program and the Art Guild of Menomonee Falls for providing the children with many hands-on activities to create masterpieces of art.  Thank you to Maggie Hangos from MFHS for recruiting the wonderful student volunteers.  Thank you to my awesome club members for doing everything you do to make my job so much easier.  Club members included: Jean Christian\, Shannon & Vickie Dederich\, Steve Fleming\, Ann Freudenthal\, Joy Fricke\, Larry & Marcia Hebbring\, Kathie Jensen\, Meg Latus\, Deb & Greg Mattson\, Jenny O’Keefe\, Chris O’Reilly\, Gary & Laurie Pollpeter\, Clara Scheckl\, Kirsten Sperl\, Joanne\, Wanner\, Stevie Mistele–Wildt\, Linda Zylka\, and club friends\, Gloria Behr\, Jim Dieter\, Pamela Peter\, & Melanie Smith. \nSAVE THE DATE – Saturday\, December 2nd\, 2023 for year 13!!! \n  \n\n			 \n			\n				\n					\n						\n							\n					\n						\n							\n					\n						\n							\n					\n						\n							\n					\n						\n							\n					\n						\n							\n					\n						\n							\n					\n						\n							\n					\n						\n							\n					\n						\n							\n					\n						\n							\n					\n						\n							\n					\n						\n							\n					\n						\n							\n					\n						\n							\n					\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n\n  \n  \nHoliday Drop ‘N Shop Co-chairs: Dawn Mariscal and Sue Jeskewitz
URL:https://fallsoptimistclub.org/event/holiday-drop-n-shop/
LOCATION:Menomonee Falls Community Education and Recreation\, W152N8645 Margaret Rd.\, Menomonee Falls\, 53051\, United States
CATEGORIES:Our Service,Public Event,Youth Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231126T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231126T173000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171616
CREATED:20231213T204653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240210T161501Z
UID:4598-1701016200-1701019800@fallsoptimistclub.org
SUMMARY:Christmas Parade
DESCRIPTION:The Menomonee Falls Christmas Parade was another successful event with the help and dedication of many of the Optimist Club members. After a rainy start to the day\, the weather opened up and we had over 50 units entertaining the packed streets with Christmas music and holiday lights along the parade route.  The Parade was well received. \nThank you to everyone involved in the preparations and execution\, especially Larry Hebbring\, Terry Fitzsimmons and Steve Flemming!  Your hard work paid off!   We have many additional people to thank for this event. Stacy and Joe Estrada from the Art Lounge and Dan Sheppard from the Legion for their contributions to a fantastic Optimist Float.  Ann Freudental for getting the Patios Player Kids to help with throwing out candy along the parade route and dressing up as Whoville Who’s people.  Parade announcers Rick Kohl and Jerry Mislang. Staging: Mitch Rea\, Greg Mattson\, Paul Mattson\, Larry Newman\, Stevie Wildt\, Don Eisenhower\, Jenny OKeef\, Joe Reiter\, Scott Dreier. Parade Marshalls: Terry Fitzsimmons\, Laura Cilletti\, Del Krueser\, John Yusko\, Larry Podoski\, Cathy Sharkey\, Larry and Nick Barbera\, Greg Goss\, Dan Schwind\, Tony Bawiec \nIf you missed it\, you can watch the event on the Falls Cable Access Youtube here: \nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-6mh4YJClTY \nYou can also find additional photos and videos on the Art Lounge facebook page. \n– https://link.edgepilot.com/s/96e59813/BzmJAki7m0KR5Ov6wpNPTA?u=https://www.facebook.com/artloungewi \n  \n  \n\n			 \n			\n				\n					\n						\n							\n					\n						\n							\n					\n						\n							\n					\n						\n							\n					\n						\n							\n					\n						\n							\n					\n						\n							\n					\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n \nPhotos by Don Gorzek
URL:https://fallsoptimistclub.org/event/christmas-parade/
LOCATION:Christmas Parade Route\, N88W16712 Appleton Ave.\, Menomonee Falls\, 53051\, United States
CATEGORIES:Our Service,Public Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231104T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231104T220000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171616
CREATED:20231101T174928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240314T160408Z
UID:4905-1699117200-1699135200@fallsoptimistclub.org
SUMMARY:2023 Optimist Club 50th Anniversary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Optimist Club of Menomonee Falls celebrated our 50th anniversary on Saturday\, November 4\, 2023. With over 75 in attendance\, our members and guests enjoyed fellowship as well as reflecting on the past and present\, hearing highlights from many past presidents and playing a trivia game which brought out some history of the club.  It was great to see so many past presidents in attendance. \nOn to the next 50 years….
URL:https://fallsoptimistclub.org/event/2023-optimist-club-50th-anniversary-celebration/
CATEGORIES:Member Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230928T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230928T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171616
CREATED:20240214T183232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T185624Z
UID:4856-1695924000-1695934800@fallsoptimistclub.org
SUMMARY:2023 Installation Banquet
DESCRIPTION:The new Board of Directors was installed by Diane Matuszak\, 2023-2024 SWIS District Governor. \nThe 2023-2024 officers are: \nJohn Yusko\, President \nMichael Russell\, Vice-President \nCarol Schulteis\, Secretary \nKimberly Wenzel\, Treasurer \n2023-2024 Board Members are: \nBarb Schmit \nDustin Koehler \nClara Scheckel \n2023-2025 Board Members are: \nLaura Ciletti \nJerry Mislang \nLinda Zylka \n  \n 
URL:https://fallsoptimistclub.org/event/2023-installation-banquet/
CATEGORIES:Member Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230719T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230831T000000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171616
CREATED:20231213T203924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240210T161538Z
UID:4557-1689724800-1693440000@fallsoptimistclub.org
SUMMARY:Packer Raffle
DESCRIPTION:Packer Raffle\nWinners were drawn at the 2022 Raffle Tailgate Party on Monday\, Sept. 12\, 2022 at Village Bowl . Included in this year’s In-House raffle was an autographed LeRoy Butler Packer jersey.  The famed defensive back was voted into the NFL Hall of Fame this year. \n\n			 \n			\n				\n					\n						\n							\n					\n						\n							\n					\n						\n							\n					\n						\n							\n					\n						\n							\n					\n						\n							\n					\n						\n							\n					\n						\n							\n					\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n\nCraig Linert of Wauwatosa was the Grand Prize winner of the 26th Annual Packer Raffle held September 12 at Village Bowl in the Falls.  He chose the Dallas game to attend\, a wise selection as Green Bay upset the Mike McCarthy-led Cowboys with Linert and seven others watching from club seats at Lambeau Field. \nSecond prize of $1\,000 went to Keith Songstad of the Falls who had won $250 in last year’s event.  Third place money of $600 was earned by Dirk Wildt\, husband of member Stevie Mistele-Wildt. \nLongtime member Linda Zylka took home $400 for fourth place and members Donna Bosch\, Vicki Boelter and Ross Sharkey each earned $250 prizes.  Other $250 winners with Optimist connections were Mary Wenzel\, mother of member Kim; Tricia Kohl\, wife of former president Rick Kohl; and Jess Koehler\, wife of Dustin. \nAdditional $250 winners were K. Brooks\, Jim Dieter and Rita Stelpflug of the Falls; Pat String and Betty Rogan of Germantown; Bob Wagner of Sussex; Tyler Baehr of Cedarburg and Mike Jasson of Waukesha.  Jason Hemke of Menomonee Falls won a free entry to next year’s contest. \nWith a net profit of $21\,223.07\, the club earned more than $20\,000 for the 11th consecutive year. But that figure was $925.21 less than projected and $326.64 less than last year due to rising expenses on several fronts. \nA word of thanks goes out to all club members who sold or bought tickets and to those helping out the night of the drawing.  They include Mary Schlumpf\, Meg Latus\, Marcia Hebbring\, Clara Scheckel\, Cathy and Jim Hazzard at the front door; John Yusko\, Carol Schulteis\, Jenny O’Keefe and Joy Fricke at the ticket-distribution table; in-house raffle tickets sellers\, Tim Newman\, Shannon Diedrich\, Larry Hebbring\, Dan Schwind\, Tom Ciskoski\, Greg Mattson\, Tex Reiter and Diane Matuszak.  Kudos too to Rog Roger’s State Farm Insurance and Terry Marcou of Schmidt & Bartelt for the printing of tickets and supplying the liquor basket; Town Bank for providings the food and beverage enroute for the winners; Matt Hakes and his Virtual Freight Company for covering the expense of the tailgate party in Green Bay for the winners; and Barry Landowski and Minute Man Press for printing the flyers;  A special thanks to Amy and Andrew Manion of Madison who donated the Packer Tickets that were raffled off in-house netting $1\,000. \nOnce again\, this event could not have happened without the Team captains – Dan Schwind\, Tim Newman\, Jerry Mislang\, Donna Bosch\, Terry Fitzsimmons\, Chad DeLuka\, Herb Gross\, Carl Trapp Sr. Del Kreuser\, Tom Ciskoski\, Larry Hebbring\, Marcia Hebbring\, Shannon Diedrich\, Debbie and Lenny Kimmel and Mary Schlumpf. \nFinally\, thanks to longtime member Bob Ehmke\, who started this event in 1997.  Over the 26 years of its existence\, it has raised nearly 1/2 million dollars ($500\,000) for the youth of our community! \nAfter 15 years\, I am turning over the reins for this event to Tom Ciskoski for next year.  Any suggestions for improving the contest can be directed to him or any of the captains listed above \n  \nThe particulars…. \n• First prize is a trip for eight people to Lambeau Field to see the Packers play in your choice of nine regular season games. Also included are a luxury limo ride to and from the game\, a tailgate party at Lambeau\, Packer wearing apparel\, food and beverage enroute to Green Bay and $1\,000 cash to be used however the winners want. We will provide the limo ride from anywhere in Wisconsin. \n• Tickets cost $100 each but remember it’s for eight people. So\, four couples could pay $25 each\, or eight buddies could chip in $12.50 apiece. However (per state auditor’s directive) only one person’s name can go on the ticket stub. \n• Second Prize is $1\,000\, third prize is $600\, fourth prize is $400. Thirteen more awards of $250 will be given and one person will win a free entry for 2022. \n• Sales are limited to no more than 350 tickets. Therefore with 18 prizes\, contestants have a better than 1 in 20 chance of more than doubling their money\, \n • Each ticket allows one person to come to the drawing and tailgate party held at Village Bowl. Over $2\,000 in door prizes will be given out to those in attendance that night. Others who have contributed to the purchase of a ticket can attend for $10. Free food\, beer and soda make it a fun event. \n• Please write your name on the back of each ticket you buy/sell as it will help us track down the winners. \n  \nPacker Raffle Chair: Ed Schlumpf \nPacker Raffle Co-chairs: Del Kreuser\, Dan Schwind\, Joe Ludan
URL:https://fallsoptimistclub.org/event/packer-raffle/
CATEGORIES:Our Fundraisers,Public Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230703T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230703T235900
DTSTAMP:20260505T171616
CREATED:20231213T203927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240210T161609Z
UID:4560-1688410800-1688428740@fallsoptimistclub.org
SUMMARY:Independence Day Parade
DESCRIPTION:July 3\, 2022 was a great day for the club as we had the parade for the first time in 2 years! \n  \n––––––––– \n  \nVolunteers needed for the 2023 3rd of July Parade.  We have multiple ways you can help with this year’s parade and most people will be finished by the time the parade starts.  Sign-up sheets are at our weekly meetings or contact Steve Fleming\, Dan Fitzsimmons or Larry Hebbring. \n  \n––––––––– \n  \nThe Optimist Club organizes and finances the Independence Day Parade which is always held on the evening of July 3rd at 7:00 pm. This extravagant parade\, attended by over 25\,000 viewers\, costs the club approximately $20\,000 to bring in marching bands and special parade groups and the club pays them anywhere from $100 – $3000 to participate in our parade.  The Optimist Club greatly appreciates all the financial support from our “Super Sponsors:” The Village of Menomonee Falls\, Knights of Columbus\, Malkins Carpeting\, Cousins Subs\, Rainbow Childcare and Harley Davidson—and any additional support from members of the community who generously give to the Bucket Brigade as they walk the parade route\, grateful for any and all donations they receive.  The Club also devotes a lot of volunteer hours to making cotton candy and popcorn and selling both along the parade route to help finance the parade!! \nThe Independence Day Parade is the largest of the three parades held in Menomonee Falls. This parade is very well attended and precedes the annual fireworks display held at Menomonee Falls High School. The parade route starts on Appleton Avenue at Elm Lane and proceeds southeast to Woosencraft Drive\, finishing on Titan Drive. \nIndependence Day Parade participants should submit their entry form at least 45 days prior to the date of the parade. \nFor more information about participating in the Independence Day Parade\, contact Steve Fleming 262.385.6499 stvnfleming@yahoo.com or Charlie Keller 262.241.5489 ck14keller@aol.com \nPlease complete the online Parade Entry Form AND the Independence Day Filming Form \nMail any applicable fees due to Menomonee Falls Optimist Club\, Attn: Steve Fleming\, PO Box 627\, Menomonee Falls\, WI 53052. \nMenomonee Falls Parades \nIndependence Day Parade Chair: Steve Fleming
URL:https://fallsoptimistclub.org/event/independence-day-parade/
LOCATION:Appleton Ave. at Elm Lane\, Menomonee Falls\, 53051\, United States
CATEGORIES:Our Service,Public Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230617T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230617T160000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171616
CREATED:20231213T204029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240210T161640Z
UID:4566-1687003200-1687017600@fallsoptimistclub.org
SUMMARY:Tri-Star Baseball / Softball
DESCRIPTION:The 2023 Optimist Club Tri-Star Baseball Event will take place on Saturday\, June 17 at the Menomonee Falls Little League Complex (on Mill Road) from 12:00-4:00. This is a competitive event for 7–12-year-old boys and girls. The event features throwing (for speed)\, running the bases (for time) and hitting off of a tee (for distance). As always\, we need volunteers (6-8) to help with this event. We need volunteers to shag balls\, hold the radar gun\, time runners and take day-of registrations. If you like baseball and kids\, this is for you! \nThe contest is FREE and is open to all boys\, girls and their teams in the Menomonee Falls\, Germantown and Sussex areas. The contest is open to all kids ages 7-12. \nRegistration will begin at 11:30 the morning of the event at the Little League Complex. Families can register the kids up until 3:30 the day of the event. Please contact event chair Don Eisenhauer at 262-409-1846 or at eisenhauers@youngrembrandts.com for more information. \n\n			 \n			\n				\n					\n						\n							\nphoto by Don Gorzek \n							The Tri-Star Baseball competition was held at the Little League complex on June 22\, 2019. Ann Freudenthal and Fred\nBlanke worked the early shift at our registration table. \n												\n						\n							\nphoto by Jon Cline \n												\n						\n							\nphoto by Jon Cline \n												\n						\n							\nSawyer Salmela\, age seven\, ran the bases against the stopwatch\, as Rich Kohl made sure he touched home plate. \n							photo by Don Gorzek \n												\n						\n							\nphoto by Jon Cline \n												\n						\n							\nphoto by Jon Cline \n												\n						\n							\nphoto by Don Gorzek \n							Will Sadowski\, age eleven\, of Riverside School hit the ball off the “T” for one of his events. \n												\n						\n							\nphoto by Jon Cline \n												\n						\n							\nphoto by Jon Cline \n												\n						\n							\nphoto by Don Gorzek \n							Jacob Satler\, age seven\, of St Dominic School\, throw the ball while Larry Barbera checked the balls speed with a radar\ngun. Larry Podolske recorded the results on the official score sheet. \n												\n						\n							\nphoto by Jon Cline \n												\n						\n							\nphoto by Jon Cline \n												\n						\n							\nphoto by Don Gorzek \n							Cash Barbera\, age nine\, of Valley View School\, made his throw while his grandfather\, Larry\, checks the ball speed with\nthe Club’s radar gun. \n												\n						\n							\nphoto by Jon Cline \n												\n						\n							\nphoto by Jon Cline \n												\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n\nPhotos by Don Gorzek and Jon Cline \n  \nTri-Star Baseball Chair: Don Eisenhauer \nTri-Star Baseball Co-chair: Shannon Dederich
URL:https://fallsoptimistclub.org/event/tri-star-baseball-softball/
LOCATION:Menomonee Falls Little League Complex\, N64W15020 Mill Rd.\, Menomonee Falls\, 53051\, United States
CATEGORIES:Our Service,Public Event,Youth Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230612T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230612T120000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171616
CREATED:20231213T203928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240210T161728Z
UID:4562-1686551400-1686571200@fallsoptimistclub.org
SUMMARY:Junior Golf
DESCRIPTION:The SWIS District Junior Golf Outing is set for June 19\, 2023 at Brown Deer Golf course for $85 per golfer.  The event is open to boys and girls ages 10-18 years old.  Golfer will play in age division groupings by gender.  If a golfer shoots a qualifying score within their age group\, they have the possibility of advancing to the international competition that will be held in July if we are granted a spot from them from Optimist International.  We will be looking for scorers to walk along with the younger age groups and marshals on the course.  The marshals are there to monitor pace of play and to make sure parents are not offering advice to their golfer.  I will send around a signup sheet when we get closer to the event.  If you know of someone that may be interested in playing\, have them go to the OI website and search for International Golf qualifiers to find the link to our event to register.  If you have any questions\, please reach out to Todd Paulus (cell #414-719-0009 or by email tpaulus@wi.rr.com).  Thanks for your help in promoting this event. \n  \n2023 Southern Wisconsin District Qualifier\nfor Optimist International Junior Golf \nJunior Golfers participate in a District Qualifier like this one in order to play in the Optimist International Junior Golf Championships in July in Miami\, Florida.  A limited number of golfers in each age division will advance to the championships provided they shoot the minimum qualifying score. \nA limited number of golfers in each division will advance to the international championships provided they shoot the minimum qualifying score. If a golfer who lives outside of the District qualifies\, his/her participation will not eliminate a District resident from qualifying. Optimist Districts and Clubs provide financial support for winners to attend the international championships. The amount of financial support provided and the age divisions covered varies by District. There is no guarantee that financial support will be provided to golfers who travel outside of their home District. Please check with the District Chair for details. \n\nDate: Monday\, June 12\, 2023\nRegistration opens at 6:30 am\nTee times start at 8:00 am \nThere is no rain date scheduled for this event if it is canceled due to a weather related condition. Refunds of all or a portion of the entry fee may not be possible if canceled due to weather. Every effort will be made to get the tournament in that day\, even if a shortened event is necessary. There is no refund of entry fees due to a no-show the day of the event or cancellation after the registration cutoff date. \nGolf Course:  Brown Deer Park Golf Course\, Milwaukee\, WI \nAge Divisions Offered:\nBOYS 10-11\, 12-13\, 14-15\, 16-18\nGIRLS 10-12\, 13-14\, 15-18 \nIn order to be eligible\, a golfer must not turn 19 on or before July 28\, 2023. Golfers must be enrolled in high school or must be a 2023 high school graduate to be eligible. Any golfer who has attended college is no longer considered a “junior golfer” and is not eligible to participate. \n  \nRegister by June 1\, 2023 online or by mail: \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE EVENT ONLINE\n\nOnline registration does NOT include $85 Registration Fee.\nAfter submitting your online registration\, payment is due via one of the following two options: \n\n\n\nsend a check payable to Menomonee Falls Optimist Club by May 24\, 3023\nto: Southern Wisconsin Optimist Qualifier\nc/o Tom Carls\n3922 S. Lake Dr.\nSt. Francis\, WI 53235\n–– OR ––\npayable online by credit card\n\n\n\nYour registration will not be considered complete until payment is received. \n\nREGISTER BY MAIL\nDownload printable OI Junior Golf Entry Form 2023\nand mail by May 24\, 2023\, with $85 check payable to Menomonee Falls Optimist Club\, to: \nSouthern Wisconsin Optimist Qualifier\nc/o Tom Carls\n3922 S. Lake Dr.\nSt. Francis\, WI 53235 \n  \nRegistration Deadline:  June 1\, 2023 \n\nQuestions? Email Todd Paulus or call 414-719-0009\nOR Email Tom Carls or call 262-909-6124 \nLink to Southern Wisconsin Optimist Qualifier site \nOptimist International Junior Golf webpage \n\n  \nThe Optimist International Junior Golf Championships is one of the largest and best-known junior golf tournaments in the world. Each year\, more than 600 golfers participate in THE OPTIMIST. Optimists have been involved in the sport of junior golf for more than 30 years by holding local\, regional and international tournaments. More than 5\,000 golfers compete in official Optimist District qualifying tournaments like this one. The best of these golfers\, along with international golfers from around the glove\, advance to the annual Optimist International Junior Golf Championships. Former champions and top finishers of the Optimist International Junior Golf Championships include: \n\nLexi Thompson\nBeth Bauer\nJonathan Byrd\nJason Day\nBill Haas\nBrittany Lincicome\nJeff Overton\nStacy Prammanasudh\nJennifer Rosales\n\n  \nJunior Golf Chair: Todd Paulus \n 
URL:https://fallsoptimistclub.org/event/junior-golf/
LOCATION:Brown Deer Park Golf Course\, 7625N Range Line Rd.\, Milwaukee\, 53209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Optimist International Events,Our Service,SWIS District Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230523T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230909T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171616
CREATED:20231213T203928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240210T161813Z
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SUMMARY:Popcorn Wagon
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \nLarry is working on the teams and schedule for the summer of 2023. You will hear from your team captain soon. This is a great fundraiser for our club! \n  \n  \n  \n  \nA few reminders about working the wagon.  The hours are 6:00 – 9:00\, so workers need to arrive at about 5:45 so the first bag is ready at about 6:00.  As in the recent past we will also have kettle corn for sale each night as well.  Kettle corn is prepared by a 3rd party and ready for sale.  Other processes are the same as previous years.  For newer members\, the club is divided into 15 teams that each work a Sunday to Saturday week.  Each team has a captain who will have scheduled you to work.  They will be present at 5:45 to help you get started and take you through the opening and closing process.  Veteran poppers may just open on their own.  There are written instructions about what needs to be done and are located on the front cover of a 3-ring binder which usually is found on the back counter in plain sight.  If you don’t see it\, look on the shelf below.  This is very important since everyone is expected to close up on their own.  It is easy enough\, but the instructions insure you don’t miss critical functions like locking windows and the door and turning off the propane.  It is best that even seasoned workers review the checklist. \nThere is a tally sheet on the back counter.  So everyone knows\, it is not necessary to mark down your sales\, nor is it necessary to track tips separately.  Each morning the Kernel (Larry) visits the wagon\, counts the money and resets the box to $100\, the starting amount.  He writes in the total from the previous night.  If you wish to mark your sales\, that’s fine\, but only for your purposes.  Larry will often let you know what sales were\, but not always.  If you want to know\, email him. \nIf you are new to the club\, it would be a good idea to stop in at the wagon before you are scheduled to work and let the people working that night show you the ropes.  It isn’t complicated at all\, but like anything\, needs to be done correctly.   Like never forget to turn on the stirrer when restarting the popper\, or you will quickly have very burned popcorn. \nThere are nights when special events occur in the park\, like the concert last night.  It began at 5:00\, so hours had to be expanded to 4:00 – 9:00.  Your captain will advise you when such things occur.  Most concerts don’t begin before 6:00\, but they still require some adjustment to hours. \nIf you are unable to work the week you are assigned\, please let your captain know and you will get moved to another team.  We need all members involved.  We can work with your schedule. \nThe chairman of the popcorn wagon is Larry Podolske.  If you have questions\, want to work extra nights\, or didn’t see the list of all the teams sent by Dan Schwind last week\, contact him at either email podolske@yahoo.com or phone 262-255-6259.  Or see me at the wagon as I’m often there. \n2022 is off and running.  Lenny & Debbie Kimmel are the captains for the first week.  Stop up and say hello to whoever they having working.  It also is a great chance to see what is happening as far as the building of the new children’s play area to the west of the stage arena.  Things are really moving in the park. \n~ Larry Podolske \n  \nProceeds from popcorn wagon sales go towards the many programs support by the Club. Optimist Clubs are focused entirely on support youth programs like the Fishing Derby\, Post Prom\, college scholarships\, essay and speaking competitions and most visible\, the Independence Day Parade\, along with many contributions to youth organizations. \nPopcorn Wagon Chair: Larry Podolske \nPopcorn Wagon Co-chair: Tim Newman
URL:https://fallsoptimistclub.org/event/popcorn-wagon/
LOCATION:Village Park\, N87W16749 Garfield Avenue\, Menomonee Falls\, WI\, 53051\, United States
CATEGORIES:Our Fundraisers
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