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Deadline for Submitting OptiViews Articles – Spring Edition: March 1, 2025
We are excited to hear from you about the great work your local Optimist club has done in the past quarter! As part of our commitment to keeping the entire...
The Governor’s 3 Under 3 – February 18, 2025
https://youtu.be/PhTKzlVDmFw On this episode of The Governor's 3 Under 3, as we move into the new year, there are some important updates that all Optimist...
Join the Birmingham Optimist Club’s Annual Visual Arts Contest!
Are you ready to see the next generation of young artists shine? The Birmingham Optimist Club is excited to announce its Annual Visual Arts Contest for kids...
Save the Date: Battle Creek Optimists Excellence in Art Competition – April 25, 2025!
The Battle Creek Optimist Club is thrilled that we can once again offer the Optimist Excellence in Art Competition. This stellar opportunity is for...
Reminder: Oratorical Club Submissions Due This Saturday, February 15!
Attention all clubs! The deadline for submitting participation information for the District's Oratorical Contest is fast approaching—this Saturday, February...
Join the JOI Michigan District for a Special Zoom Gathering!
The Junior Optimist International (JOI) Michigan District is excited to invite all Junior Optimist Clubs across Michigan to a special Zoom Gathering! Whether...
How to Use Originality.AI for the Essay Contest
Ensuring the originality of student work is an essential part of any academic or speech contest. Originality.AI is a powerful tool that can help you check for...
The Governor’s 3 Under 3 – February 4, 2025
Welcome back to another “The Governor’s 3 Under 3” here, this week Governor Sean Mueller highlights the following:…
Celebrate Optimist Day – Thursday, February 6, 2025: A Day to Embrace Positivity and Make a Difference
Optimist Day, celebrated annually on the first Thursday of February, is a day dedicated to fostering optimism, encouraging positive change, and recognizing...
Mecosta County Optimist Club Helps St. Michael’s School Upgrade Library System
The Mecosta County Optimist Club is once again making a difference in the community, this time with a generous donation to St. Michael's School in Remus. The...
Important Reminder: Complete Your Required Optimist Insititute Officer Training by March 31, 2025
Attention Club Officers, This is a friendly reminder that all current officers must complete their required training by March 31, 2025, to fulfill the...
Join the Oratorical Contest and Showcase the Voice of Young Optimists!
Is your club ready to make a difference? The 2024-2025 District Oratorical Contest is a fantastic opportunity for young people to share their voices, inspire...