CNOtes – Page 37 – Centerville Noon Optimist

Libby Nicholson – Care House

By Patrick Arehart / CNOtes / March 10, 2020

CARE House and others like it exists because the standard system is not user-friendly to clients. Before CARE House, children would be subjected to duplicate efforts by service providers and they are further traumatized by fragmented responses which increases the likelihood of cases falling through the cracks. Investigations before this program involved as many as 22 people asking the kids similar questions. By bringing all the services and providers under one roof, they are able to reduce the number of contacts down to three people.

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Bill Tschirhart – Five Rivers Metro Parks

By Patrick Arehart / CNOtes / March 3, 2020

Tschirhart is an Experienced Administrator with a demonstrated history of working in the recreational facilities and services industry. He has a master’s degree from the University of Dayton that focused on Public Administration. He was here today to speak about the many opportunities to get out and explore the Five River MetroPark system.

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Shannon Clarke – Brigid’s Path

By Patrick Arehart / CNOtes / February 25, 2020

Brigid’s Path is a new born recovery center offering grace, support, and hope. Since they welcomed their first baby in December 2017, they have cared for 73 babies and families in the crisis of addiction. They are the first facility in Ohio to offer in-patient, home-like treatment. They have kept 61 of the 73 kids from having to enter the foster care system.

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Rob Lupidi – Danis Group of Companies

By Patrick Arehart / CNOtes, CNOtes 2.0 / February 20, 2020

Founded in 1916 by B.G. Danis, the Danis Group of Companies (Danis) is a third-generation, privately-owned company based in Dayton, Ohio. The company does a lot of high-profile building around Dayton and the U.S. Danis is one of the top 20 builders in the health care industry. They originally built the UD Arena and just finished the renovation of the arena 2 months ago.

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CLUB DAY

By Patrick Arehart / CNOtes / February 18, 2020

For year 2018-2019, CNO was recognized as an Honor Club and as a Distinguished Club. CNO received a 2018-2019 patch for our banner for being a Distinguished Club. Pat Behn announced and presented awards received by CNO members for the 2018-2019 year.

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Oratorical Contest – Second Week

By Patrick Arehart / CNOtes, Oratorical Contest / February 11, 2020

Day two of the Margaret Barclay Memorial Oratorical Contest was held on February 11th. Members were impressed with the poise and courage of the middle-school students who prepared speeches and spoke in front of nearly 100 members. Faith D., Jacob W., Julia O., and Kathryn M. presented their thoughts on the topic “Just iMagine a World without Boundaries.” The parents who came to support the students had the opportunity to learn about the great things the club does for the community.

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Oratorical Contest – First Week

By Patrick Arehart / CNOtes, Oratorical Contest / February 4, 2020

Today was the first of two Oratorical Contests. Since it was established in 1928, the Oratorical Contest has become the longest-running program sponsored by Optimist International. Our contest is done in collaboration with the Centerville Evening and South Metro Optimist clubs and is named in honor of former CNO member Margaret Barclay. She chaired the Oratorical committee for many years. She cared deeply about bringing out the best in kids and in living the Optimist Creed. She was a most beloved member of our club, a past president, and lived a life dedicated to helping others.

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Denise Carter – Miami Valley Symphony Orchestra Youth Strings

By Patrick Arehart / CNOtes / January 28, 2020

Three years ago the MVSO launched a youth strings program. Participating musicians represent 17 schools from across the Miami Valley. There is great camaraderie at their rehearsals. High school students sit next to middle schoolers and everyone does their best and helps other, regardless of age.

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Anne Pfeiffer – Big Brothers – Big Sisters

By Patrick Arehart / CNOtes / January 21, 2020

Big Brothers and Big Sisters in New York was started in 1904. They know from data collected from decades of experience that mentoring works. Their mission is “Create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth.” Their vision is, “All youth achieve their full potential.”

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Eric Soller – Old Scratch Pizza @ Nelly’s A Taste of Bolivia

By Patrick Arehart / CNOtes, CNOtes 2.0 / January 16, 2020

Old Scratch makes Artisan Pizzas. They make the most complicated pizza in the fastest possible way. Everything in the restaurants, including the sauces and dressings, is made from scratch. He explained how the name of the restaurant came about. Pizza is an old recipe dating back to 900 A.D. and they make everything from scratch, so you get “Old” + “Scratch.”

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