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Youth Fishing Derby <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Club sponsors a fishing tournament open to kids up to 18 years of age.  Held at a local Calvert County farm, contestants are provided bait and the opportunity to catch the largest individual fish and the most number of fish between 8 a.m. – 12 pm.  Hot dogs and drinks are provided and a great time is had by all.  Prizes are awarded by age group at the end of the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Halloween Trunk or Treat<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Each year, on the Sunday before Halloween, the Club hosts a trunk or treat for the community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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As part of the Optimist International (OI) program for Youth Appreciation<\/strong>, the Club (with the cooperation of the guidance counselors), chose 10 seniors from each school to be recognized as the ‘Outstanding Youth of Calvert County’.  These students participate in the Board of County Commissioners’ Proclamation for Youth Appreciation Week and are given a behind-the-scenes tour of the County Courthouse, the court system, the 911 Center, and the Maryland State Police Barracks in Prince Frederick. A Banquet is held each year to honor and recognize these students and their achievements with their families and friends invited to attend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Santa Night<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

On the second Wednesday evening of December each year, the Club hosts Santa Night in Prince Frederick. This children’s party features crafts including ornament making, snacks, Christmas music, and a visit with Santa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Each year an Essay Contest<\/strong> open to all students in Calvert County under the age of 19 is sponsored.\u00a0 The subject of the essay is determined by Optimist International.\u00a0 The deadline for submission of Club essay entries is February 1st<\/sup>.\u00a0 At the Club level prizes are awarded to the 1st<\/sup>, 2nd<\/sup>,\u00a0and 3rd<\/sup> place winners of each age group.\u00a0 The winner of the high school division moves on to the Maryland South Delaware Optimist District competition, where a $2,500 scholarship is awarded to the winner.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Oratorical Contest<\/strong>
The contest is designed for youth to gain experience in public speaking and provide them with the opportunity to compete for a college scholarship.  The contest is open to students under age 19 who have not yet graduated from high school or the equivalent; however, the Calvert Club has traditionally held this contest for middle and high school students. The Calvert Club’s contest is traditionally held in March of each year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interested students prepare a 4 to 5-minute speech on the pre-assigned topic to be presented at the Optimist Club’s contest.\u00a0 The speeches are judged at the Club level with monetary and medallion awards for 1st<\/sup>, 2nd<\/sup>, and 3rd<\/sup>\u00a0place; at the Zone level with medallion awards for 1st<\/sup>, 2nd<\/sup>, and 3rd<\/sup>\u00a0place; and then at the District level 1st<\/sup> place winners receive a $2,500 scholarship. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Congratulations to Olivia Herrin, our Oratorical Contest 1st Place Winner who went on to win 2nd Place at the 2023 Maryland South Delaware District Optimist Oratorical Contest! Olivia won a $2,500 scholarship along with her plaque.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

All youth and community activities are supported by the sale of Christmas Trees and Wreaths.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 Career and Technology Education Achievement Awards<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Youth Fishing Derby The Club sponsors a fishing tournament open to kids up to 18 years of age.  Held at a local Calvert County farm, contestants are provided bait and the opportunity to catch the largest individual fish and the most number of fish between 8 a.m. – 12 pm.  Hot dogs and drinks are … <\/p>\n

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