Erin Dickerson’s Prayer
Lord,
“Do not fear” is the most common command in the Bible, yet it is the one we follow the least. We fear for the state of the world. We fear the results of medical tests and doctor visits. We fear for the safety of our children. We forget who You are. Help us to be still and find peace in knowing that you are God.
Amen.
Announcements
Dor-Wood Optimist Club Invitation to Hear Tom Nichols, the Voice of the Dayton Dragons
Paul Boeckman announced that the Dor-Wood Optimist Club has invited Centerville Noon Optimist members to their meeting on Thursday, March 27th, from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM at the Presidential Banquet Center. Their speaker will be Tom Nichols, the voice of the Dayton Dragons. Lunch is $12.25. If you’d like to join Paul, let him know by March 20th so he can RSVP.
Tri-Star Basketball
Craig Dring, the co-chair for Tri-Star Basketball, said that the next Tri-Star Basketball event will be on March 8, 2025, at Watts Middle School. Sign up to volunteer for the event using the Member Calendar. There are two shifts to choose from, 8-10:15 and 10-12:15. They need about 33 volunteers for this event. Kids aged 7-12 will compete in pass, shoot, and dribble contests. You don’t need any basketball skills. Volunteers are needed to help with setup, registration, running the contests, scoring the participants, and handing out trophies. The event is also an opportunity to get to know fellow CNO members. They expect about 100 kids to participate.
Memorial Educational Assistance Awards
Gary Smiga announced the opening of the 2025 Memorial Educational Assistance Awards applications. These scholarships honor the memory of our dedicated members who have passed away, supporting local students in their pursuit of higher education. Thank you to Deb Saunders for updating the flyer and Diane Arehart for making website changes. Thanks to the committee of Gail Aiken, Bob Duffy, Jesse Lightle, Cadance Lowell, and Roberta Taylor for reviewing the applications. Applications are due by April 1. 2025. Details are available here.
Will Cale Scholarship Mentors Are Needed
Joan Cordonnier is seeking mentors to support nine Will Cale Scholarship recipients this year. They are great kids who need a little extra help. If you have questions before you commit, reach out to Joan, who will explain the mentoring process. Without more volunteers, some students may have to be turned away. There are ten applicants, and 20 mentors are needed.
Planning Meeting for Youth Mental Health Initiative
Andy Higgins announced that the Youth Mental Health Initiative will meet on Wednesday, March 5, at 6 PM. at the Woodbourne Library to develop an action plan based on feedback from local educators.
A small team recently visited elementary and primary schools, hosting light breakfasts for teachers and staff to gather their ideas on engaging parents in the Wait Until 8th pledge. The response was overwhelming, with four pages of valuable suggestions.
We will focus on turning those ideas into actionable steps at this meeting. We need volunteers to help with event logistics, outreach, literature distribution, giveaways for kids, and staffing stations at upcoming events. Teachers expressed deep appreciation for our efforts, emphasizing that both they and the students truly need this initiative.
Join us to help make a difference!
Chuck Dickerson Memorial Scholarship
Mike Thonnerieux announced that the Chuck Dickerson Memorial Scholarship deadline is 4 PM, March 7, 2025. Students can learn details and apply for the $1000 scholarship at the Dayton Foundation using this link. Students must be the child or grandchild of a current or past member of the Centerville Noon Optimists, a graduating high school senior, be accepted to a two- or four-year college or university, and demonstrate a commitment to community service. Mike also noted that students can apply for over 300 Dayton Foundation scholarship opportunities. Most of these scholarships are open exclusively to students who reside in the Greater Dayton region of Ohio.
Social Events
Bourbon, Wine and Beer Tasting
Sue Jessee announced that Patrick and Diane Arehart will host a Bourbon, Wine and Beer tasting at their home on Saturday, March 22, 2025. For details and to sign up, use the Member Calendar.
The Comedy and Magic of Matt Stanley
Dave Kay introduced Matt Stanley, a magician and comedian from Dayton, Ohio, who has been captivating audiences since he received a magic kit for his sixth birthday. Matt seamlessly blends stand-up comedy with blowing magic, delivering performances that are both entertaining and unforgettable.
Matt is the proud recipient of the prestigious Lance Burton Award, presented in Las Vegas, NV, and the Stage Champion Award from the International Brotherhood of Magicians. His talent has been showcased on NBC and FOX television networks, and he has appeared as a guest on “Night Shift” with Kevin Ferguson. With over 25 years of experience, Matt has performed at renowned venues such as The Chicago Magic Lounge, Hard Rock Rocksino, and The Magic Castle in Hollywood.
In addition to his stage performances, Matt offers strolling close-up magic, virtual shows, and serves as an emcee. He has opened for notable figures like David Copperfield, Mark Wills, and Gary Owen. His diverse clientele includes Procter & Gamble, US Bank, Carnival Cruise Line, and McDonald’s.
For more information or to book a show, visit MattStanley.com.
Thank You
Thank you, Matt Stanley, for bringing laughter and amazement to our meeting today!
President Paul’s Quote of the Week
“When you win say nothing, when you lose say less.” -Paul Brown
Volunteer and Social Event Signups Available Online with the Virtual Clipboard
Did you know that you can now sign up to volunteer or to take part in social events using a simple online registration form right from your phone or PC? The Member Calendar has a complete list of upcoming volunteer opportunities and social events.
Welcome Guests
| Guest | Guest Of |
| Ashley Holmes | Art Hung |
| Bill Eger | Thomas Wagner |
| Bob Bowman | Nancy Lehren |
| Greg Hurley | Steve Mays |
| Matt Stanley | Presenter |
| Steve Makofka | Christy Gariety |
| Theresa Curry | Art Hung |
| Troy Stoller | Greg Fay |
New Member Readings and Inductions
| Name | Sponsor | 1st 2nd 3rd Reading or Induction |
| Wes Feldmeyer | Jane Fiehrer | 2nd Reading |
| Theresa Curry | Art Hung | 2nd Reading |
| Bob Bowman | Nancy Lehren | 3rd Reading |
Happy Bucks
| Member | Reason |
| Bob Lawson | Granddaughter was just made a director at the RecPlex. |
| Tim Clemmer | He was surprised the mentalist today was able to find minds to read. |
| Erin Dickerson | Her twins (a boy and a girl) bowl for the Springboro HS team. It is the first year the boys and girls teams have made it to the district tournament in the same year. |
| Jeff Busch | His son is one of just twenty students selected for the engineering block program at CHS. |
| Don Kelley | Glad Harry Bossey could make it to a meeting. |
| Julie Walling Noeth | Youngest grandson just got baptized this weekend. |
| Jonathan Wertz | He is engaged to be married on May 22, 2026. |
| Suzanne Wertz | She is glad her son Jonathan is getting married. |
| Joan Cordonnier | It is her birthday month. She thanked the birthday table committee for the wonderful treats at the birthday table today. |
| Maha Kashani | She is happy that she was able to get her daughter into the highly competitive Centerville pre-school program. |
Sergeants at Arms
| Member | Infraction |
| Don Stafford | He missed his first two weeks as sergeant. |
| Mike Bevis | He was fined for pruning his own trees. The job is too dangerous for someone so valuable to our club. |
| Carol Smerz | She and another member almost went to a different place for lunch today. |
| Harry Bossey | He paid for his 50/50 ticket with quarters. |
| Scott Langer | He was late to meeting. |
Club Membership Anniversaries
| Member | Joined | Years |
| Melissa Deeter | February 27, 2023 | 2 |
| Jane Fiehrer | February 27, 1998 | 27 |
| Greg Hoffbauer | February 27, 2023 | 2 |
| Mindy Hoffbauer | February 27, 2023 | 2 |
| Stephanie Llacuna | February 27, 2023 | 2 |
| Fran Sheehan | February 27, 2023 | 2 |
| Judy DeMarco | February 27, 1998 | 27 |
| Dick Stevens | February 28, 2001 | 24 |
| Kelly Stone | February 28, 2001 | 24 |
Birthdays
| Pat Behn | February 26 |
| John Sherman | February 26 |
| Blanca Criner | February 26 |
| Ashley Simeone | February 26 |
| Jon Wesney | February 26 |
| Matt Goeke | February 26 |
| Joan Cordonnier | February 28 |
| Aaron Campbell | February 28 |
| Judy Johnson | March 1 |
| Tim Stull | March 2 |
| Tim Clemmer | March 2 |
| Rachel Goetz | March 2 |
| Greg Fay | March 3 |
CNO Donations – Since 2013
Click here to see a summary of donations the club has made since 2013
Thank You Notes Received
CLICK HERE to see the Thank You Notes received this week.
Links to PowerPoint and Pictures
CLICK HERE to see the PowerPoint Slides from this week’s meeting