Holiday Fundraiser Gives Both Ways



courtesy Dutchman Tree Farms

 I’ve been an active member of the Brighton Optimist Club for many years. They are a community service group under the Optimist International umbrella and their motto is, “Bringing Out The Best In Kids.” Over their 35 years of existence, they’ve done a lot of great things for the community and its youth.


But these projects take money, so fundraising is needed. Their annual Holiday fundraiser is called Green2Green, in partnership with Dutchman Tree Farms in Michigan. Dutchman sells container grown evergreens, balled and burlap trees, holiday wreaths, and both 7’ cut and 3’ tabletop Christmas trees.

We’ve been getting their wreaths and they are outstanding – pleasing to the eye, fresh, and lasting well past the holiday season. Friends and family that have purchased trees have been very happy with them, too. For every purchase made with the Brighton Optimist Club’s promo code, a donation is made by Dutchman Tree Farms to that organization. Dutchman ships across the USA and they guarantee that if you are not happy with the product upon delivery, they will get you a replacement within a business day. No hidden fees and prices include delivery.

Please consider supporting a Michigan business and this local community service organization by making a purchase this Holiday season. In return you’ll be getting a great product AND you’ll help a community group to continue their work. To order, just click this link - http://www.dutchmantreefarms.com/organization/OCBRMI

Camel Race - February 5,2011

They're at it again! The Brighton Optimist Club is sponsoring its 3rd Camel Race at Crystal Gardens Banquet Center in Howell, on February 5th, 2011. A different kind of Millionaire Party licensed under the Charitable Gaming Division of the State of Michigan (License #M55856), this event will keep you talking for weeks.

Camels that have been adopted by businesses and decorated uniquely, race 6 at a time in 8 different heats. Wagering is pari-mutuel syle, and there are door prizes, 50/50 raffles and giveaways between the race heats. There is also voting for the best decorated camel. $30 admission gets you dinner, drink tickets for either draft beer or house wine, and an evening of fun. Doors open at 6pm and festivities conclude at 11pm. Proceeds are used to support the Brighton Optimist Club's youth and community service activities.

Doors open at 6pm and festivities conclude around 11pm. Tickets can be purchased online via a secure system at the event web site, http://www.bigcamelrace.com/. For more info, email info@BigCamelRace.com.

Great Fun & Community Support!

The Brighton Optimist Club has awarded tens of thousands of dollars in its 33 year history. They do great things for the community and especially for its youth.  This event is a major fundraiser that helps them continue their grat work.

The Brighton Optimist Club is presenting their 3rd Camel Race on February 5, 2011 at Crystal Gardens, in Howell, MI.  Doors open at 6pm, dinner at 6:30pm, and festivities immediately after dinner.

What kind of festivities? Well, as part of your $30 admission, you get the dinner and drink tickets for both draft beer and house wines. Cash bar is available for other drinks.  There will be 50/50 raffles, door prizes and betting on the camels.  There will be opportunities for losing bettors to win 'consolation prizes' between the race heats, too. Early bird? Not worry, this even is usually over around 11pm.

You will get caught up in the betting and racing action. Tickets can be purchased online at the Camel Race web site, or the Brighton Optimist web site, or feel free to drop me an email.

License #M55856 issued through the State of Michigan Charitable Gaming Division. Proceeds go to the general fund of the Optimist Foundation of Livingston County, a 501 c3 organization.