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How to Submit the Club Officer-Elect Report: A Step-by-Step Guide
As the Optimist year draws to a close, clubs begin preparing for a smooth leadership transition. One of the most essential administrative tasks during this time is…
MI 2025 JOI Summit Saturday
MI JOI Summit Saturday MI JOI Summit in Farmington Hills for Middle & High School The Michigan District JOI clubs and members at the Costick Center...
How To Renew Your Optimist Institute Subscription
All Optimist Institute memberships expire annually on April 30. That means starting May 1, or the first time you log in after May 1, you’ll need to renew your...
The Governor’s 3 Under 3 – April 29, 2025
Welcome back to another edition of the Governor’s 3 Under 3, where Governor Sean Mueller highlights three important topics in under three minutes.
Reminder: Club Officer-Elect Reports (COERs) Due May 20
Attention all Michigan Optimist Clubs:It’s time to prepare for the 2025–2026 Optimist year! All clubs are required to submit their Club Officer-Elect Reports...
Michigan District 2025 Junior Golf Tournament Information
Listen to the promotional audio podcast created by Jr. Golf Co-Chair Marc Katz Get ready, young golfers! The Michigan District Optimist Junior Golf Tournament...
Empowering Youth Through Service: Jr. Optimist Clubs in a Nutshell
At the Michigan JOI District, we believe in shaping tomorrow’s leaders through meaningful community involvement today. These student-led clubs offer a dynamic...
The Governor’s 3 Under 3 – April 15, 2025
Welcome back to another edition of The Governor’s 3 Under 3, where we cover three key updates in under three minutes. There’s a lot to look forward to this quarter—let’s dive in!
Celebrating Excellence: Michigan District Essay 2025 Contest Winners Announced
The Michigan District is proud to announce the winners of this year’s Optimist International District Essay Contest, a long-standing tradition that gives...
Celebrate Service: April is Global Volunteer Month & National Volunteer Week is April 20–26
April is here, and with it comes an exciting opportunity to shine a spotlight on the spirit of service that fuels our mission. This month marks Global...
Roseville Optimist Club Hosts 32nd Annual Spaghetti Dinner to Support Kids’ Camp
The Roseville Optimist Club is proud to announce its 32nd Annual Spaghetti Dinner, a cherished community event aimed at raising funds to send special needs...
Join the Breakfast Optimist Club of Waterford’s 48th Annual Carless Raffle: A Secret Agent Soiree!
The Breakfast Optimist Club of Waterford is thrilled to present the 48th Annual Carless Raffle, an exciting evening of mystery, fun, and big winnings! This...