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Optimist Club of Plymouth-Canton Honors Top 3 Students for 2024-2025 Essay Contest
The Optimist Club of Plymouth-Canton had the distinct honor of recognizing and awarding the top three students for their outstanding essays in the 2024-2025...
Make Valuable Changes with Bylaws Proposals
Please take time to evaluate the Optimist International Bylaws to ensure they continue to effectively serve the organization. This process allows you and your...
Mecosta Optimists Donate $500 to Support Morely Standwood Band
The Mecosta County Optimist Club, located in Canadian Lakes, is an officially chartered member of Optimist International. The club's mission is to provide...
The Governor’s 3 Under 3 – March 18, 2025
https://youtu.be/Qke4w9dOgTI Welcome back to another "The Governor’s 3 Under 3"! This is where Governor Sean Mueller, will address three important topics in...
Celebrating Young Talent: Birmingham Optimist Club’s Visual Arts Contest Winners
The Birmingham Optimist Club recently hosted an inspiring Optimist International Visual Arts Contest, led by dedicated club member Christine Lapinski. With...
Join the 2024-2025 Optimist International Oratorical Contest
Do you have a story to tell about perseverance and hope? The Optimist International Oratorical Contest is back for the 2024-2025 season, offering young...
The Governor’s 3 Under 3 – March 4, 2025
https://youtu.be/ype0wcx7ios Welcome back to the Governor’s 3 Under 3 – your quick source for important updates and information to keep Michigan Optimists...
Deadline Approaching: 2024-2025 Club Officer Training Must Be Completed by March 31, 2025
Attention all Optimist Club officers! The deadline to complete your 2024-2025 Club Officer Training is fast approaching. All Presidents, Secretaries,...
Brighton Optimist Club and Eternity Brewing Raise $472 for Howell Library at Charity Euchre Night
The Brighton Optimist Club, in affiliation with Eternity Brewing Company, is proud to announce a combined donation of $472 to the Friends of the Howell...
District Essay Contest Winner Submission Deadline Approaching – February 28, 2025
Attention all clubs! The deadline for submitting your first-place essay winners to the District Essay Contest is fast approaching. Be sure to submit your...
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...