Governor Marge, Welcomes you!
I am so honored to serve as your Governor for the Great Iowa District. What a wonderful organization we have. Each day we have the Optimist Creed to follow – “To look at the sunnyside of everything an make your optimism come true” my favorite tenet.
Our mission is “By providing hope and positive vision, Optimist bring out the best in youth, our communities and ourselves” Let’s ride for our Brand!
“Ridin’ in the sunset with Optimism” is my logo with hopes at the end of each day we have served our clubs, our members and community with optimism. And, that we have helped our neighbors and our colleagues with a smile on our face. Our mission is positivity, and our Brand is Optimism. Let’s encourage each child that he or she is a leader and that their dreams can come true.
Happy Trails,
Governor Marge A. Hopkins
3rd Quarter Conference – April 19-20, 2024
Holiday Inn & Suites Des Moines – Northwest
4800 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA 50322
Friday, April 19, 2024—Executive Committee (Casual District Attire)
Lt. Governor’s Dinner…………………………………………………………………….. 5:30 p.m.
Executive Business Session……………………………………………………………… 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, April 20, 2024—District Board (District Business Attire)
Registration………………………………………………………………………… 7:15—8:25 a.m.
PGA Meeting………………………………………………………………………. 7:15—8:15 a.m.
First Timer Orientation………………………………………………………….. 8:00—8:25 a.m.
General Session…………………………………………………………………… 8:30—9:00 a.m.
Workshop Session……………………………………………………………….. 9:10—9:50 a.m.
Oratorical Contest/Essay Winner………………………………………………………….…….10:00—11:30a.m.
Zone Meetings…………………………………………………………………. 11:35—11:55 a.m.
Lunch & Awards/Quad Governors 22-23 Award Celebration………… 12:00—1:25 p.m.
Workshops Session/Round Tables…………………………………………… 1:30—3:00 p.m.
Closing Session……………………………………………………………………. 3:05—4:00 p.m.
Lodging: Holiday Inn & Suites, 4800 Merle Hay Rd. Des Moines, IA 50322
Phone 515-278-4755 or 800-HOLIDAY (800-465-4329)
For Guaranteed Iowa District Optimist Room Rate of $95.00 (Standard) book by April 5th
Group code: OPT
REGISTRATION
Downloadable Registration Form
Here is the link and booking information for overnight rooms!
Group Name: Iowa District Optimists
Group Code: OPT
Reservations Deadline: April 5, 2024
Rates: Standard Two-Queen or King Executive $95++ plus 12% tax per night
Junior King or Extended Suites $135++ plus 12% tax per night
Family King Suites $155++ plus 12% tax per night
Family Double Queen Suites $165++ plus12% tax per night
To Reserve:
Call us at: 515-278-4755 or 800-HOLIDAY (800-465-4329)
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