CNOtes are blog articles about weekly Tuesday noon lunch meetings and monthly CNO 2.0 evening meetings.
President Paul Boeckman led Club Day with a look at the state of the Centerville Noon Optimist Club. Highlights included updates on officers and directors, reports from Treasurer Roland Rapp and the Finance Committee, a review of programs that served thousands of youth, and a look ahead from President-Elect Sarah Umbreit.
Club Day 2025 – State of the Club Read More »
Lori Horstman, Director of Life Enrichment and Memory Care at St. Leonard, explained what dementia is and is not, shared risk factors and prevention tips, and offered practical ideas for helping loved ones.
Dementia Awareness and Support, Lori Horstman Read More »
Mark Metzger outlined upgrades at the Washington Township RecPlex and shared plans for new facilities and events.
RecPlex Update from Mark Metzger Read More »
Jack Pohl, a Centerville native and lifelong Bengals fan, spent more than 20 years as Sports Director at WDTN covering everything from Ohio State championships to Bengals playoff runs. He is now at the Channel 2 news desk, continuing a broadcasting career that began at the WCWT radio station at Centerville High School.
Jack Pohl: From Sports Director to Channel 2 News Anchor Read More »
Five rounds of speed networking highlighted the evening, along with updates on upcoming community events.
Speed Networking at Nelly’s Taste of Bolivia Read More »
Fred Polizzi shared the success of CNO’s Skilled Trade Scholarship Program, which has supported 16 students since 2019. Members also helped raise $2,782 for Centerville High School’s Spirit Chain through donations and a club match.
Skilled Trades Scholarships and CHS Spirit Chain Read More »
The Margaret Barclay Shelter stands as a tribute to her lasting contributions to our club and community. Many volunteers helped make this year’s picnic a success. With no scheduled speaker, members spent the time socializing with fellow Optimists.
Annual Picnic Lunch at the Margaret Barclay Shelter, 2025 Read More »
David Evans from the University of Dayton Center for Leadership explained how Emotional Intelligence drives leadership success and how the STAR Feedback method can improve both praise and constructive feedback.
STAR Feedback and Emotional Intelligence from UD Center for Leadership Read More »
Jim Mogan shared stories from his decades as a tour manager, including baseball trips, international adventures, and the unexpected moments that come with leading thousands of travelers around the world.
Jim Mogan’s Life as a Tour Manager Read More »
Certified Instructors at TRI provide therapeutic and adaptive riding lessons, along with equine-assisted learning and counseling programs. Participants of all ages with physical, cognitive, or emotional challenges come for the life-changing connection they find through horses.
Therapeutic Riding Institute’s Healing Impact – Stephanie Llacuna Read More »
