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Here’s a link to an interesting article: Volunteering May Add Years to Your Lifespan

Charlie Clark’s presentation on Arlington’s historic houses.

Cathy Hix’s presentation on the Arlington Historical Society.

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Breaking News

  • Jan. meetings cancelled
    Because of the Governor's CoVID-19 indoor meeting size restrictions, all January meetings of the Optimist Club of Arlington are cancelled. We hope to meet again in February. Check out our Facebook page or return here for further details.
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    Back issues of the newsletters are available to logged-in members at this site. You can get access by becoming a member and clicking on "Members Only" in the main menu and then "Documents."
  • Christmas tree sale
    The Christmas tree sale is over! The last tree was sold week before last and the lot was dismantled by Dec. 12. 2020 was a record-breaking year in many ways. Thanks to all the volunteers who help build, run the sales and then tear down the lot. And the Optimist Club of Arlington thanks its wonderful Christmas tree customers. See you next year!
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The Optimist Creed

Many have found inspiration in The Optimist Creed (Click here to check it out).

Optimist International adopted this creed in 1922. It was originally published in 1912 in a book titled: Your Forces and How to Use Them. The author was Christian D. Larson, a prolific writer and lecturer who believed that people have tremendous latent powers, which could be harnessed for success with the proper attitude.

Mission Statement

Optimist International’s mission is to foster an optimistic way of life, through a network of optimists, dedicated to the full development of their potential in order to provide ever-expanding service to youth, the community, and the world.

Vision Statement

Optimist International will be recognized worldwide as an organization of people committed to optimism and self-development for the improvement of youth and community.

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