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Set Sail on an Unforgettable Journey with the SS Optimism!
Are you ready for the adventure of a lifetime? Set sail on a thrilling 365-day international journey aboard the SS Optimism, where every day brings new...
Join the District Essay Contest: Key Information Inside
I am officially your new Michigan District Essay Chairperson and very excited! I want to go over the timeline with everyone. I've read through the District...
Join the Fun at the Royal Oak Optimist Club’s 11th Annual Trivia Night!
The Royal Oak Optimist Club is excited to announce its 11th Annual Trivia Night, happening on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at the Kilgour Scottish Centre in...
Optimist Clubs Empower Youth Through Local Scholarships
Optimist Clubs across the Mighty Michigan District are dedicated to empowering youth and making a positive impact in their communities. One of the ways in...
The Governor’s 3 Under 3 – Oct 1, 2024
We’re excited to announce a brand-new video series called “3 Under 3,” brought to you by the 2024-2025 Michigan District Optimist Governor. In this bi-weekly...
OptiViews 2024-25 Q1 is Available
Dear Michigan Optimists, As we embark on the 2024-2025 Optimist year, our focus will be directed towards three pivotal...
How to Update Your Club Bylaws: A Step-by-Step Guide for Optimist Clubs
Updating your club’s bylaws is crucial to ensuring your organization stays aligned with Optimist International’s standards. The video walk-through provides...
Child Photo Release Forms: Safeguarding Privacy and Promoting Positive Sharing
In our increasingly visual world, sharing photographs has become a common practice, especially for organizations like Optimist International —as they strive...
Congratulations: Two Michigan District Members Accepted into the Optimist Leadership Academy
We have some fantastic news to share! Two outstanding optimist members from the Michigan District, Toni Gore and Stacy Jackson, have officially been accepted...
Greater Lansing Optimists Transform North School Teachers’ Lounge
Members of the Greater Lansing Optimist Club channeled their inner interior designers to transform the teachers’ lounge at the Lansing School District’s North...
A Swing for a Cause: Golf Outing at The Royal Golf Course
On a sunny and warm July 31st, The Royal Golf Course in Canadian Lakes, MI, was the scene of an exciting event that brought together golf enthusiasts and...
Romeo Optimist Club to Participate in the 2024 Romeo Peach Festival Parade
The Michigan District of Optimist International is proud to announce that the newly established Romeo Optimist Club will be participating in the upcoming...