This contest provides an excellent opportunity for students to develop important public speaking skills. The topic for 2026, determined by Optimist International, is “The Moment I Realized I Belonged—My Definition of Community.” Contestants prepare and deliver a speech between four and five minutes in length on the assigned topic at 6pm at Woodbourne Library. The […]
Join us for lunch as our speaker is Lorelei Hagans with the Montgomery County Environmental Learning Center. Guests are welcome to attend.
Join us and see how the Centerville Noon Optimist Club – a world class volunteer organization – makes a difference in local kids’ lives! This month, we will be at Chappy's Social House! We will host a club day, with information on many of our club activities. • Join us every Third Thursday at various […]
Join us for lunch as our speaker is Brandon Barrometti with the CHS Jazz Band. Guests are welcome to attend.
Join us for lunch as our speaker is Terra Williams with the Centerville-Washington Diversity Council. Guests are welcome to attend.
Boys and girls under the age of 19 are invited to submit an essay on a pre-assigned topic during the months of October, November, December, and January each year. One winner will advance to finals at the district for a chance to win a $3,500 scholarship. The Essay Contest is sponsored by the Centerville Noon […]
Join us for lunch as our speaker is Brady Kress, President & CEO of Dayton History. Guests are welcome to attend.
The Centerville Noon Optimist Club supports Optimist International by conducting the annual Margaret Barclay Memorial Oratorical Contest. This contest provides an excellent opportunity for students to develop important public speaking skills. Contestants prepare and deliver a speech between four and five minutes in length on the assigned topic. The winner on each of two contest […]
Join us for lunch as our speaker is Brooks Compton, Mayor of Centerville. Guests are welcome to attend.
The Centerville Noon Optimist Club supports Optimist International by conducting the annual Margaret Barclay Memorial Oratorical Contest. This contest provides an excellent opportunity for students to develop important public speaking skills. Contestants prepare and deliver a speech between four and five minutes in length on the assigned topic. The winner on each of two contest […]
Join us for lunch as our speaker is Julia Thompson, Director of Student Success for Community College Partnerships with the UD Sinclair Academy. Guests are welcome to attend.
Join us and see how the Centerville Noon Optimist Club – a world class volunteer organization – makes a difference in local kids’ lives! This month, we will be at Zink's Meats & Fine Wines for a wine tasting! • Join us every Third Thursday at various local social venues for community building, fun, and […]
