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A Gift That Truly Kept on Giving
If you haven’t yet had the pleasure of meeting Mel Hager, now is the perfect time to be introduced. Mel serves as the president of the Keego Harbor...
OptiViews 2025-26 Q2 is Available
Dear Michigan Optimists, As I compose this message on the first day of December, I am pleased to report that our district...
Join the Michigan Optimist 2025-26 2nd Quarter Zoom Gathering
oin Optimists across Michigan for the 2nd Quarter Zoom Gathering. Learn, share ideas, and strengthen clubs. Free registration, limited capacity.
OptiViews 2025-26 Q1 is Available
Dear Michigan Optimists, Thank you for entrusting to me the Governorship of the Michigan District for 2025-2026. It is an...
2025–2026 Presidential Incentive Program Announced!
Exciting news from the 2025 International Convention in St. Louis! One of the biggest highlights was the launch of Optimist International’s brand-new...
Michigan District Launches New Member Incentive for Clubs
The Michigan District Optimists are excited to announce a brand-new membership incentive program for the 2025–2026 Optimist year — designed to help clubs...
Greater Lansing Optimist Club Celebrates 5th Anniversary
The Greater Lansing Optimist Club recently celebrated a major milestone — five years of bringing optimism, service, and community spirit to Michigan’s...
The Governor’s 3 Under 3 – Farewell Address
Welcome to the final chapter of the Governor’s 3 Under 3 series, where throughout the year I’ve shared three key topics in under three minutes. Today, as I conclude this series and my term as Governor, I want to speak from the heart…
The Future of the Michigan District Optimists is in your hands!
Clubs and members have a voice in the future of the Michigan District. Our Long-Range Plan outlines the Critical Goals and Strategies that will shape our...
Brighton Optimist Euchre Supports Lakes Elementary PTO
The Brighton Optimist Club is proud to announce a donation of $472 to Lakes Elementary PTO, raised during the August 11th Charity Euchre Night fundraiser at...
The Governor’s 3 Under 3 – August 19, 2025
Hello, my fellow Michigan Optimists! Welcome back to another edition of the Governor’s 3 Under 3, where Governor Sean Mueller will share three important updates in under three minutes. Let’s dive right in!
The Governor’s 3 Under 3 – August 5, 2025
Hello, Michigan Optimists! We’re back with another edition of the Governor’s 3 Under 3—three important updates delivered in under three minutes. Let’s dive in!