Optimist International - Ohio District

Q2 District Conference 2023-2024
2024-02-09 00:00 - 2024-02-10 23:59 (America/New_York) | Embassy Suites and Conference Center, 5100 Upper Metro Pl, Dublin, Ohio, 43017
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We look forward to lots of learning with topics asked for by you, with fun and camaraderie. This is the time we set aside each quarter to help clubs and members, like you, to learn things you didn’t know about Optimism, International programs, and our District.

Immediate Past International President, Bob McFayden and First Lady, Penny, will be with us to talk about one of the hottest programs going, O.W.L.S. You don’t want to miss this. Also visiting us in an official capacity of Vice President of the Northeast and Great Lakes Region, our own Tom Kendo and his First Lady and Past Ohio District Governor, Jennifer.

Let’s have at least 2 people from each club attend. For those who have never attended, now is your chance. When people say there is nothing there for me, they just don’t know. As the saying goes, you don’t know what you don’t know. Change the paradigm and learn something new.

We’d love to have you join us on February 9 – 10 (or for the day February 10th) – especially if you are a first-timer or if you have not been to a District Conference in a while.

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Official Call

Registration Packet

Ohio Junior Optimist Annual Club Training 2023
2023-11-04 09:00 - 13:30 | Christ United Methodist Church, 3440 Shroyer Road, Kettering, Ohio, 45440, United States
Who: All Alpha, Junior Optimist and Octagon club members and advisors (optional)

What: The 2023 Ohio JOI Officer/Member Training (and Advisor meeting)

When: Saturday, November 4, 2023 form 9:00am – 1:30pm

Where: Christ United Methodist Church – Third Floor Foster Hall – 3440 Shroyer Road (across from Kettering Fairmont High School) Kettering, OH 45440

Why: STUDENTS: Learn more about how YOU fit in at your club and how what YOU do matters. Participate in fun team building games, share service project and fundraising ideas, get to know students from other clubs. Interact with the Ohio JOI Leadership Team. ADVISORS: 9:30-10:10 – Talk with each other and the Ohio JOI Committee about what your clubs are doing in the community and share ideas as well as review the guidelines for all clubs provided by Optimist International.

How much does it cost: It’s totally FREE! Please register so we know to expect you and so we have enough food and resources for everybody.

Will there be food: YES! We will have donuts & snacks at check-in and lunch.

What to bring: A note pad and pen/pencil. Ideas to share from your club. A friend.

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Q1 District Conference 2023-2024
2023-10-06 00:00 - 2023-10-07 23:59 | Embassy Suites and Conference Center, 5100 Upper Metro Pl, Dublin, Ohio, 43017
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Look at all the cool stuff we will be doing at our conferences and convention this year. We have worked hard over the past few years to make these fun and informative events. FUN, FUN, FUN, is not only the name of a Beach Boys song, but how we are running our quarterly events. Come be a part of it, starting with this one and see what we are all about. It is not about the District or OI HQ, but it is about YOU and the children and communities we support. Let us help you. If you can’t stay overnight, come for the day and have a great time. Any questions, your club president or Lt Governor can help.

We’d love to have you join us on October 6 – 7 (or for the day October 6th) – especially if you are a first-timer or if you have not been to a District Conference in a while.

Official Call

Registration Packet

75th Annual Ohio District Convention
2023-08-10 00:00 - 2023-08-12 23:59 | Courtyard Dayton – University of Dayton, 2006 S Edwin C Moses Blvd, Dayton, Ohio, 45417, United States
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The 4th quarter Ohio District Convention is coming up on August 10th, 11th, and 12th – ONE MONTH away and we are celebrating 75 years of the Ohio District! We are planning for an EPIC convention and Governors Gala to be held at the University of Dayton Arena.

Here are some of the highlights planned for the weekend:

CELEBRATE 75 years of the Great Ohio District!

Fun and Games Night in the Hospitality Room, Friday Kentucky Derby Style! Food, Snacks andBeverages provided.

Special welcome and take-home Gift for All First Timers!

Hear keynote speaker Tamika Williams-Jeter, head UD Women’s Basketball Coach

Meet our JOI (Junior Optimist International) club members who will be with us for the conference.

A delicious lunch is included in your registration!!!

Attend a private group tour through the newly renovated UD arena with access to special behind thescenes rooms

Help out with a service project led by Nancy Lehren.

Represent your club in a quick District Board meeting.

Attend the Saturday evening Governor’s Gala Dinner.

Entertainment by Felix And Fingers Dueling Pianos.

Friday excursion planned with First Lady Kelly for all spouses, partners and/or special guests – CarillonHistorical Park/Dayton History, Lunch at Carillon Brewing Co., UD Arena Tour, Ice Cream Treat

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Q3 District Conference 2022-2023
2023-04-28 00:00 - 2023-04-29 23:59 | Ohio
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I would like to invite all members to join us for this weekend of fun, fellowship and learning new and sharing ideas. During this conference we will be celebrating in Kentucky Derby style!

We have a nice closing dinner on Saturday night with a Kentucky Derby theme and our Kentucky Derby Hat contest. Lady’s wear your favorite hat and win a prize! Here are some of the highlights planned for the weekend,

See top students from Ohio compete in the District Oratorical Contest!

Hear the winning Essay from the Essay Contest.

Fun and Games Night in the Hospitality Room Friday Kentucky Derby Style! Food, Snacks andBeverages provided.

Special welcome and take-home Gift for All First Timers!

Keynote speaker Dr. Chicarelli will speak about his organization – It’sTime2! And their work with studentson bullying and teen suicide. Dr. Chicarelli has a great story, and you will not want to miss his talk.

Meet our JOI (Junior Optimist International) club members who will be with us for the conferenceand are hosting the raffle baskets to raise money to help with expenses for their trip to the InternationalConvention in Arlington, VA.

A delicious lunch is included in your registration!!!

Help out with a service project led by Mandy from Toledo Noon to make care packages for the FamilyHouse of Toledo.

Represent your club in a quick District Board meeting.

Attend Saturday Dinner (optional) and then join us in the hospitality room for more fun and games.

Q2 District Conference 2022-2023
2023-02-10 00:00 - 2023-02-11 23:59 | Ohio
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Welcome to the second quarter of the 2022-2023 Optimist year. I would like to invite all members to join us for this weekend of fun, fellowship, and sharing of ideas. This conference we will be celebrating Mardi Gras style.

Fun and Games Night in the Hospitality Room Friday Night Mardi Gras Style! Pizza, Subs,Snacks and Beverages provided. We will also have special Mardi Gras Treats. Wear your FatTuesday costume.• Special welcome and take home Gift for All First Timers!• Keynote speaker Aaron Roy to CarePortal.• Meet our JOI (Junior Optimist International) club members who will be with us for theconference and are hosting the raffle baskets to raise money for the OI Foundation!• A delicious Chicken Fajita lunch is included in your registration!!!• Learn about OI President Bob’s special programs for this year to help the clubs!• Help out with a service project led by Nancy Lehren to make Build a Bears• Ice Breakers and a special team trivia contest in the afternoon• Represent your club in a quick District Board meeting.• Attend Past Governor Greg’s Awards Dinner (optional) in the evening• More games planned for the hospitality room after dinner

Event Packet with additional information.

Q1 District Conference 2022-2023
2022-11-04 00:00 - 2022-11-05 23:59 | Ohio
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We have planned a FRESH, FUN, AFFORDABLE and INFORMATIVE First Quarter Conference. The secret ingredient we are missing is YOU…

We’d love to have you join us on November 4-5 (or for the day November 5th) – especially if you are a first-timer or if you have not been to a District Conference in a while.

The Official Call and Registration Packet are linked below.

Official Call

Registration Packet
