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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...
The Essential Guide to Email Etiquette: Reply vs. Reply All
In today’s digital age, email remains a cornerstone of professional and personal communication. However, one of the most common missteps in email etiquette...
Empowering Young Musicians: The Berry/Kauffold Music Scholarship 2025
Music has the profound ability to inspire, uplift, and transform lives. For high school instrumentalists in Michigan, the Berry/Kauffold Music Scholarship...
The Governor’s 3 Under 3 – January 21, 2025
As we enter the new year, it’s time to mark your calendars with some critical deadlines for Michigan District Optimist Clubs. The following events offer...
Brighter Days Optimist Club Brings Comfort to Safeplace of Battle Creek with Fleece Blankets
On Saturday, January 18, the Brighter Days Optimist Club gathered for a meaningful service project, making tie-knot fleece blankets for Safeplace of Battle...