President's Column

Michelle Carson, is our Club President for the 2022-2023 Optimist year. 

Last Updated on:10/05/2022

 

 

 

Optimist News

Last updated on: 03/15/2023
 
Grant Program - To view and/or download the Spring 2023 Grant Application click here: 2023 Spring Grant Application
 
High School Senior Scholarships - If using a desktop or laptop go to the Projects & Events tab at the page top. If using a mobile device use the Select a page option at the top of the page, then scroll-wheel down to select "Scholarship".
 
Outstanding Student Citizen Recognition Program - If using a desktop or laptop go to the Projects & Events tab at the page top. If using a mobile device use the Select a page option at the top of the page, then scroll-wheel down to select "Outstanding Student Recognition".
 
Flags for Kids Program - 2023
 
Club Venmo
Last four digits number: 1972
 
Optimist Winter Fest - 2nd Saturday of February, every winter, Depot Park skating rink, 12:00noon to 3:00pm.  Skating, hot chocolate, DJ music, smores with campfire and kids games. All families invited and it's FREE !
 
Essay Contest - If using a desktop or laptop go to the Projects & Events tab at the page top. If using a mobile device use the Select a page option at the top of the page, then scroll-wheel down to select "Essay Contest". 
 
Oratorical Contest -  If using a desktop or laptop go to the Projects & Events tab at the page top. If using a mobile device use the Select a page option at the top of the page, then scroll-wheel down to select "Oratorical Contest".
 
Optimist Club YouTube Channel
Click here, to view and watch Clarkston Optimist activities and programs happening right here in Clarkston.
 
Service for the Community
Click here, to view our Independence Televison spotlight video on the Clarkston Optimist Club.
 
Podcasts by Alan Partington
Turn up your speakers, click on the links below to listen to the latest in Alan Partington's creative Podcast Series, featuring local community members.

Upcoming Meetings

Speaker Program. Last updated on: 03/29/2023

Membership Meetings are held Wednesdays mornings at the Clarkston United Methodist Church, 7:30am 

Wednesday April 5th, 2023 - 7:30am - Business meeting with President Michelle and new member induction

Wednesday April 12th, 2023 - 7:30am - Laurie Bradshaw, Clarkston resident/Shelby Twp Teacher, speaker advocate for Everyday Heroes Needed

Wednesday April 19th, 2023 - 7:30am - Outstanding Student Citizen Recognition (first group), with Kathy Novak

Wednesday April 26th, 2023 - 7:30am - Outstanding Student Citizen Recognition (second group), with Kathy Novak

Wednesday May 3rd, 2023 - 7:30am -

Wednesday May 10th, 2023 - 7:30am - member Sissy Phillips, Clarkston Library Summer Reading Program

Wednesday May 17th, 2023 - 7:30am - Carrie Weidenbach, Cereset Brain Tech Coach

Wednesday May 24th, 2023 - 7:30am - Jose Aliaga,  Independence Twp. Supervisor

Wednesday May 31st, 2023 - 7:30am - member Anne Evans, High School Scholarships

Wednesday June 7th, 2023 - 7:30am - Business Meeting with President Michelle

Wednesday June 14th, 2023 - 7:30am - JOI Officers, kids and parents