Optimist Club of Richfield
Bringing Out the Best in Kids Since 1958
Next Meeting : Wednesday - April 16, 2025 - This week: Business and Board Meeting
LAST WEEK we heard from Richfield Chamber President Kelsey Nagel and Visit Richfield Exec. Director Katy Epler, who Informed us about the work of The two entities. Kelsey & Katy Katy told us how Visit Richfield is funded by Lodging Property Tax of 3%. This allows her to Promote Richfield to visitors as they come to the Twin Cities. They promote Richfield attractions As well as hotel stays. Kelsey said she has been Chamber Pres for 5 years Leading an organization of 140 members.
They have 3 types of meetings every month.
● Lunch and Learn
● Coffee and Connections
● Business after Hours
Another highlight is their annual golf event.
It was a real treat to have Brian Santos with us to play his guitar for our singing. Thanks to John Ashmead for arranging this.
Our annual Chili and salad dinner is being readied to be held on FRIDAY, APRIL 25, 2025. This will be held at Oak Grove Lutheran Church, 7045 Lyndale Ave S Richfield, MN. Serving food from 4 PM to 7PM. Spread the word to all your hungry friends. There will be chili quarts TO GO available for $12.00 per container.