Serving our Community!
THE OPTIMIST CLUB OF SOUTH WINDSOR
A community
organization serving
South Windsor
and the surrounding areas since June 1970
Part of Optimist International, we are a local community volunteer group that works to make South Windsor and the surrounding areas more inclusive, equitable and fun for those who live here through family and child focused initiatives, events and programs.
Upcoming Events 2026
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Euchre Tournaments
Dates: Jun 27, Jul 25, Aug 22, Sept 26,
Oct 24, Nov 28, NO DEC
Time: 6:30pm registration, 7pm game time
Location: Chapter 2 Brewing Co.
2345 Edna, Windsor
Cost: $10 entry fee
Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place and "Most Lone Hands". Cash bar and cash kitchen.
All profits benefit local youth programs.
Picnic In The Park Series
Food Drive
Dates/Locations:
June 28 (Remington Park)
July 26 (Mic Mac Park)
Aug 29 - Grand Finale w/ Fireworks (Optimist Memorial Park)
Sept 19 - Movie night only (Garry Dugal Park)
Times: TBD
Cost: free entry
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Watch for announcements
NOW ACCEPTING VOLUNTEERS!
Meat Draw & 50/50 Raffle
Dates: June 7, 14, 21
Location: Benders Bar & Grill
4745 Malden Rd
Meat Draw times: 2:30, 3:00, 3:30, 4:00,
4:30, 5:00
50/50 Time: tickets on sale at 2:00pm
draw at 4:45pm
Cost: Meat Draw - $5 /10 tickets
50/50 - $5/ ticket
Meat proudly supplied by White's Fresh Meats
Club Meeting (Open to Public)
Dates: tbd (summer break )
Time: 5:30pm meet and greet/6pm meeting start
Location: tbd
Cost: free - bring a friend!
Club meetings are open for public attendance to learn more about our upcoming initiatives and membership opportunities .
If your organization serves youth and is looking for funding, we'd love to hear from you! RSVP to optimistclubofsouthwindsor@gmail.com
Tri-Star Golf: Jr. Skills Challenge
Date: September
Time: TBD
Location: TBD
Friendly youth golf skills competition promoting sportsmanship, confidence, and development. Includes awards and a local food drive.
Check back for updates. Learn more here.
Caboto Club's Charity Pasta Nights
Date: Oct 7
Time: 4-7pm
Location: Caboto Club
2175 Parent Ave, Windsor
Cost: $16 Includes pasta, salad, buns and
butter. Kids under 5 are free (dine in only)
First Wednesday of each month, the Caboto Club partners with a different local charity. October is dedicated to our club!
Trunk Or Treat
Date: TBD
Time: TBD
Location: Optimist Community Center
Parking Lot
Cost: free
Safe, high-impact Halloween event connecting families and local businesses
To learn more, click here.
Remembrance Day Storytime
Date: November
Time: TBD
Location: Storytellers Bookstore
1473 Ottawa St., Windsor
Cost: free
Families receive a free children's book and complimentary treats. Food drive event
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Storytime with Santa
Date: December
Time: TBD
Location: Storytellers Bookstore
1473 Ottawa St., Windsor
Cost: free
Families receive a free children's book and complimentary treats. Food drive event
To learn more, click here.
Holiday Family Food Drive
Date: December
Our volunteers deliver the essentials to enjoy a full holiday meal directly to families in need from select schools.
To learn more, click here.
Children's Ward Gift Buy
Date: December
Location: Met Hospital
A 30+ year tradition, our volunteers deliver toy and gift donations to children receiving care in hospital.
To learn more, click here.
