Rich-O-Gram Weekly Meeting Recap

Optimist Club of Richfield, MN Dakotas-Manitoba-Minnesota District Club Number 35125

Each week we meet for comradery and coffee, to go over upcoming projects, and to hear from this weeks speaker.
We normally meet at 7:30 am in person, but as always, ZOOM is available.
(contact us for current zoom link credentials)

Next Meeting: Wed at 7:30 AM via In Person
At Richfield School District Board Room
401 West 77th St, Richfield MN

(unless otherwise stated below)

There is a $6 charge per person to cover the cost of breakfast.

Next Meeting : Wednesday - Feb 18, 2026 - This week: KYLE ODEFEY From London, England A presentation on the uses & wonders of AI

Last week we heard from BOB BROTZEL who told us about the shooting sports teams from Richfield High & Holy Angels Academy. Bob is the Head Coach, having started this effort in 2023 to teach skeet & trap shooting. It has developed into a year-round program that now includes TRAP(clay targets) , SKEET, SPORTING CLAYS & 5 STAND. Participants start from 6th grade and up in addition to skills, the intention is to develop good sportsmanship. Bob also coaches the Eastview High team.

President Dietzler presented Bob Brotzel with a $500.00 check to support the shooting clubs. — And presented a $500.00 check to Steve Schneeberger to support the Richfield 4th of July celebration.

The Richfield/Bloomington Chili & Salad Dinner will be held on April 10, 2026. Adults $10.00 // Quarts TO GO $12.00

LOOKING AHEAD

Feb 25 speaker - Kyle Odefey (AI -from England)

March 4 speaker - Steve Carroll (G A Hockey)

March 11 speaker - Suzi Blumberg ( Rich Hist. Soc)

March 18 speaker - Jamie Dolynckuk (Food Insecur)

March 25 speaker - Timothy Mulcrone - Ending Polio

April 1 NO MEETING School Spring Break

Mark your calendars now so you don’t miss the 2026 Chili & Salad Dinner FRIDAY APRIL 10 2026