It may not quite be unique, but it’s still extraordinary to have three generations of a family involved with a local service organization.
Not only have three succeeding generations stayed active over nearly 80 years with the Arlington Optimist Club, but if things turn out right, down the road a fourth potentially could be added.
The club on Sept. 18 honored the involvement of retired Circuit Court judge (and former House of Delegates member) James Almand, who joined the club in May 1979, and his son Andrew, a member since July 2023…