South Dorchester Optimists - Lyons

04/23/2026

A donation was made to the Elgin Imperials Para Sledge Hockey Team. Pictured receiving the donation from Optimist Ron are Walt Molinaro (fundraising chair and head coach), Roman Harder, Brian Lidster, Ron, Andy Smiaris and Markus Harder. The money will be used for practice ice time, exhibition ice time/fees and tournament fees.

Thanks to for the opportunity to support our community.

04/21/2026

Optimist President Doug delivered our $1,000 donation to the Elgin County Farm Safety Council to Jim Legg, President. Funds will be used to support the 23rd Annual Shirley Bechard Keep Kids Safe Day which will be held at Summers Corners Public School this year.

Thanks to for the opportunity to support our community.

04/20/2026

Optimists Janet and Shirley present a donation South Dorchester Public School's music program.

04/08/2026

It's Bingo Time.....

03/27/2026

Optimist Ron travelled to Dorchester to present a donation the 1st Dorchester Scouting group. Our donation will go towards their participation in Summer Camp this year.
Thanks to for the opportunity to support the youth in our community.

03/27/2026

A donation was made to Rowbust Dragon Boat members Angie Smythers, Linda Churchill, Jenn Sykes & Suzanne Devlin - presenting are Optimist Ron E (back left) and Optimist Ron M (right).
Thanks to for the opportunity to support our community.

03/21/2026

Optimists Shirley, Sarah and Doug presented our donation to the Belmont Skating Club. The members were rehearsing for their upcoming end of season ice show on March 27th.

03/20/2026

Optimists Doug and Willie (with Optimist Ron behind the camera) man the information table at the Optimist sponsored Free Skate on March 15th. Over 200 free hot chocolate vouchers were handed out.

03/20/2026

Optimist Ashley presents our club's donation to Nathan MacIntyre from the Rip Current Information Project.
Rip Current is a nonprofit dedicated to preventing fatal and nonfatal drownings on our Great Lakes through education and awareness.

03/12/2026

This weekend!!

03/12/2026

Optimist Ron presents a cheque to South Dorchester Public School's graduating class for their year end camping trip.
Pictured with Ron are Ms Vint, Maelle, Halle, Aubrey, Hank, Conner and Mr Rigby.

03/06/2026