In a display of community partnership, Harbison West Elementary School (HWES) and the Optimist Club of St. Andrews-Irmo are celebrating significant achievements and ongoing initiatives aimed at supporting student success. At a recent breakfast meeting, Dr. Thomas Turner, Principal of HWES, provided an update on the collaborative efforts between theContinue Reading
The Optimist Club of St. Andrews-Irmo recently had the privilege of hosting representatives from the Girl Scouts of South Carolina-Mountains to Midlands Council, shedding light on the organization’s contributions to the community. Lisa Brown, Community Development Manager, and Halfie King, Property and Guest Coordinator, shared insights into the Girl ScoutsContinue Reading
The St. Andrews Optimists were enlightened by a presentation from Jason Hill and Alex Zelling about the Second Saturday organization. This initiative, rooted in evangelism, extends assistance to households in need of home repairs, focusing on widows, orphans, single-parent households, disabled individuals, and the elderly. Named after its monthly activityContinue Reading
On February 2, the St. Andrews Optimists were honored to welcome South Carolina State Representative Chris Wooten as their guest speaker. Representing House District 69, which covers the town of Lexington and a significant section of the County, Wooten engaged the audience with his insights and priorities. A Marine veteran,Continue Reading
The St. Andrews Optimist Club recently welcomed representatives from Children’s Garden, a program overseen by Vital Connections of the Midlands. The informative session featured Anita Robinson, Director of Children’s Garden, Althea Benson, Education Manager, and John Brown, Executive Director of Vital Connections. Children’s Garden, supported by the Optimist Club inContinue Reading
The Optimist Club of St. Andrews was privileged to host a presentation by South Carolina State House Representative Chris Wooten during their weekly meeting on Monday, January 29. The event took place in the Steve Padgett Honda building, providing an ideal setting for community engagement. Representative Wooten shared insights intoContinue Reading
Recognizing the positive impact of animal interaction on children with special needs, particularly with dogs and horses, the St. Andrews Optimists recently enjoyed an enlightening presentation from Dream Riders. This therapeutic horse riding experience is situated at Sunrise Farm in Lexington. Presenters Jennifer Stoudemire, Head Riding Instructor and Program Director,Continue Reading
Julius Scott, the Community Support Coordinator for District 5, was the featured speaker at the Optimist Club of St. Andrews’ meeting on January 5. In his role as a “department of one,” Scott outlined the district’s mission to “love and grow our students,” emphasizing the challenges faced by young peopleContinue Reading
Sarah Stitely, representing Lexington Medical Center’s Urgent Care network, delivered an insightful presentation to the members of the Optimist Club of St. Andrews-Irmo on December 8. Stitely provided an overview of LMC’s Urgent Care, which currently operates in five locations, with a sixth facility in Cayce set to open itsContinue Reading
On December 1, the Optimist Club of St. Andrews-Irmo had the privilege of hosting Drs. Matthew and Amanda Boyeson, founders of Midlands Family Chiropractic, shared insights into a groundbreaking technology making waves in the Irmo community. The Boyesons, who established their practice in Irmo five years ago, presented the OptimistContinue Reading
Anthony Buzzetti and Athlete Travis Luthren Share Special Olympics’ Impact Locally and Globally The Optimist Club of St. Andrews-Irmo was privileged to host Anthony Buzzetti and athlete Travis Luthren from the Special Olympics of South Carolina on November 10. The dynamic duo shed light on the profound history and ongoingContinue Reading