Ashland Optimist Club

05/19/2026

It is with a heavy heart that we share the passing of a truly great servant of the Lord and wonderful man. We were blessed to have him with our Ashland Optimist Club and listening to him sing “Silent Night” in German each Christmas. Heaven has added a special angel.

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Our beloved father, grandfather, great grandfather and uncle, Rev. Elmer B. Schiefer, took the hand of Jesus and entered his heavenly home on May 17, 2026. He was born in Vassar, Michigan on January 21, 1926, the second son of Edwin J. Schiefer and Agnes M. Block. He was baptized and confirmed at ....

05/16/2026

Southern Boone High School student Gannon Seyer, third place winner , and a $1,000 scholarship recipient, in the East Missouri Optimist (EMO) District Oratorical contest, shared his speech on community service in local governance, at the Ashland Optimist breakfast meeting. Gannon expressed his sincere appreciation to Ashland Optimist member John Travlos for his coaching and support.

05/14/2026

“Friday Night BINGO” May 15th starting at 5:30pm. Here are the details:

FIRST AND THIRD FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH

LOCATION: Ashland Optimist Club 511 Optimist Drive Ashland MO

Home-Style Cooking at Concessions!

Doors open at 4:30pm
kitchen opens at 5:30pm
BINGO begins at 6:00pm

•Must be 16 years or older to play
•Minimum cost to play all games $20 in all 21 games, additional sheets available to purchase
•Cash or check only

05/03/2026

Southern Boone High School student Gannon Seyer won third place, and a $1,000 scholarship, in the East Missouri Optimist (EMO) District Oratorical contest. Gannon was coached by Ashland Optimist member John Travlos. Gannon is pictured with EMO Governor Jennifer Bagwell.

04/30/2026

“Friday Night BINGO” May 1st starting at 5:30pm. $1,000 HORSE RACES! Here are the details:

FIRST AND THIRD FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH

LOCATION: Ashland Optimist Club 511 Optimist Drive Ashland MO

Home-Style Cooking at Concessions!

Doors open at 4:30pm
kitchen opens at 5:30pm
BINGO begins at 6:00pm

•Must be 16 years or older to play
•Minimum cost to play all games $20 in all 21 games, additional sheets available to purchase
•Cash or check only

04/23/2026

Your Ashland Optimist Club hosted Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe as he spoke to the Southern Boone Economic Development Council. Special thanks to Danna Wren and Leigh Kottwitz for coordinating the breakfast, along with assistance from Bernie Bartel, Sue Rogers, Bonita Lenger, and Leticia Denhertog in prepping the food. Thanks to all that helped in making this highly successful! - President Ernie Wren

04/18/2026

What a beautiful Optimist Saturday morning! Optimist breakfast program on “Walking School Bus”, Optimist Soccer, kids playing in the grass, and of course a delicious cup of “Bee’s Knees” coffee at The Hive trailer! If you’d like to be a part of the Ashland Optimist Club, email club President Ernie Wren at [email protected] or text 573-239-1105!

11/05/2025

“Friday Night BINGO” event for this Friday, November 7th, starting at 5:30pm. Here are the details:

Join us for Friday Night BINGO!

Doors open at 4:30pm
kitchen opens at 5:30pm
BINGO begins at 6:00pm

Come early and enjoy a home-cooked meal from our kitchen.

•Must be 16 years or older to play
•Minimum cost to play all games $20 in all 21 games, additional sheets available to purchase
•Cash or check only