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: 09/19/2023
Grant Program - Fall 2023 Grant Application
Flags for Kids Program - 2023
Club Venmo
Last four digits number: 1972
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".
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".
OptiFest Event - 2024 - Date: TBD
Outdoor fun, free event for the whole family. Click on OptiFest flyer for details: OptiFest Flyer
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".
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: 09/28/2023
Membership Meetings are held on Wednesdays mornings at the Clarkston United Methodist Church, 7:30am. Guests are welcome to attend.
Wednesday October 4th, 2023 - 7:30am - new President Debby business meeting
Wednesday October 11th, 2023 - 7:30am - Kendal Petzold, Executive Director of the Clarkston Area Chamber of Commerce will be our guest speaker
Wednesday October 18th, 2023 - 7:30am - Greg Martin, Executive Director of DRAW, will be our guest speaker
Wednesday October 254th, 2023 - 7:30am - TBD