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Great Start recognizes the importance of community involvement and the value of opportunities for families to learn and grow together. We have created these community calendars as a way to share timely community events with you. If you know of any events please take time to add them to our community calendar or forward the information to gsevents@dsisd.net. Please encourage the agencies and organizations that you partner with to do so as well so we can have a comprehensive one stop shop for early childhood information in our communities.

Please note that there are guidelines for submissions and each will be reviewed before posting

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Kids’ Zone Enrichment Program 2024-2025 School Year (ages 5-12)

Greater Marinette-Menominee YMCA 1600 West Drive, Menominee, MI

Bus provided for SJPII, Central and Blesch in Menominee (bus garage in Menominee 906.863.9951) and from Marinette Primary and Intermediate Schools to the YMCA (Westlund 715.732.0238). Experience enrichment programs like art, STEM, swimming, Campfire Monday's, OUTDOOR activities, homework help or reading. Weekly fees: Members $25, General Public $50 Registration fee: $25 Enter family discount promo […]

Event Series Rapid River Area Playgroup

Rapid River Area Playgroup

Rapid River Rapid River

Playgroup that will meet on Thursday mornings at the Rapid River park and playground during the summer vacation. Winter locations could vary. A time for kids and parents to socialize and get outside! Please join the group for dates and times. Doesn't meet every Thursday. Meetings can be cancelled due to holidays, illness and/or poor weather […]

Feeding America Mobile Food Truck-Hannahville Community Center

Hannahville Community Center W484 Casino Lane, Wilson, Mi

For individuals or families experiencing food insecurity. Event lasts until the food boxes run out. (If you would like information about other possible food resources you may be eligible for, please dial 2-1-1 at anytime.) Thursday, April 24, 2025 10:00 AM - Menominee County (Walk Up), Hannahville Community Center, W484 Casino Lane, Wilson, MI 49896

Open Skate and MORE!-Hannahville Ice & Turf Complex

Hannahville Ice and Turf Complex 1647 17.4 Road, Escanaba, MI, United States

Not only OPEN SKATE but you should  check out the Party Options, Varsity, Mites, Squirt, Bantam Practices;  and the Men's League, including Figure Skating, the Holiday Show and the Figure Skating Ice Show at the end of the season! Cost for open skate is $5/personSkate Rentals available in the pro-shop for $5 Friday's Open Skate […]

YMCA Before and After School Program

Various Locations in Escanaba Area

We provide a reliable, safe and fun environment for your child (Ages 5-12) to prepare for their school day and unwind after.  We offer Before/After School Care at four convenient locations: Gladstone – Cameron School and Wells – YMCA Childcare Center. OUR BENEFITS / ACTIVITIES:  Licensed Swim Lessons Healthy Snacks Food & Fun YMCA Curriculum […]

Event Series Weekly Playgroups (Houghton)

Weekly Playgroups (Houghton)

The Tree House Indoor Playground 850 W Sharon Ave #6 MI, Houghton, MI, United States

Every Monday and Friday, we host a playgroup from 9am to 12pm at the Tree House Indoor Playground! Monday and Friday playgroups for children ages 0 through 4 and their caregivers and parents. They run from 9 to noon at the Tree House Indoor Playground. There are activities, crafts, family fun. These playgroups are open […]

Michigan Alliance for Families Offers Various FREE Learning Opportunities for April

Online (or phone)

Join Michigan Alliance for Families for a FREE webinar workshops for families of children with disabilities, youth with disabilities, and those who support them. If you need accommodations, please let us know at least two weeks before the event. Who should attend? Families with a child with a suspected disability or learning challenge, school staff, other community […]

YMCA Kids’ Zone Enrichment Program 2024-2025 (Ages 5-12)

Greater Marinette-Menominee YMCA 1600 West Drive, Menominee, MI

After School Program. Bus provided for SJPII, Central and Blesch in Menominee (bus garage in Menominee 906.863.9951) and from Marinette Primary and Intermediate Schools to the YMCA (Westlund 715.732.0238). Experience enrichment programs like art, STEM, swimming, Campfire monday's, OUTDOOR activities, homework help or reading. Eligibility --Open to everyone from ages 5 to 12 Costs Member: $25.00/week […]

Event Series Elks Fish Fry

Elks Fish Fry

Every Friday night fish fry has take out, curbside pick-up or indoor dining available.   All entrees $18.00 each.   Questions?: Call 906-341-2536

Spaghetti Dinner Fund Raiser

gladstone high school 2100 M-35, Gladstone, mi

Public is welcome at the Gladstone Highschool Commons. Includes spaghetti with salad, garlic bread & dessert, There will be basket raffles, 50/50 drawing and big prizes. All proceeds benefit the Cameron PTO, students, staff and community. Adults $5  /kids under 12 eat Free.    

Event Series Escanaba Farmers Market

Escanaba Farmers Market

Escanaba Farmer's Market Escanaba

The Escanaba Farmer's Market is a seasonal market offering healthy, fresh, wholesome, quality local food products to the community. Temporarily being hosted at the Catherine Bonifas Community Center until June 1st.

Great Start Children’s Fun Fest: Bloom & Grow (Ages 0-8)

Northern Lights YMCA 2000 North 30th Street, Escanaba, MI

A celebration of Early Childhood and all things that help kids grow and thrive.   Filled with engaging games and activities for kids, ages 0-8.   Children must be accompanied by an adult.   On-site concessions are available at family-friendly prices.   FREE and open to the public!

Event Series Family Soccer Clinic

Family Soccer Clinic

YMCA Delta Center 2000 North 30th Street, Escanaba, MI, United States

Family Soccer Clinic: Get in the Game! Does your child want to play soccer? Do you want to learn more about the game? Do you want to improve on your soccer coaching? Well then, bring the whole family and join us for an engaging and fun-filled Family Soccer Clinic. This unique event is designed to include parents, […]

Mom Prom with Kiwanis

Wheaty's Pub 204 South Cedar St., Manistique, MI

Ladies Night Out! Break out those old bridesmaid dresses, gala dresses, wedding dresses and prom dresses! This (21+) event is $50 per ticket. There will be food, cash bar, dancing, and games. Tickets can be purchased at Wheaty's Pub or Putvin's Drug Store.

St. Francis de Sales School Spring Carnival

St. Francis de Sales School 210 Lake St., Manistique

Join us for our Annual Spring Carnival! This event is for everyone. We will have our Cash Raffle and Mini Raffle, 50/50, Cake Walk, Face Painting, Bake Sale and Cake Walk, Food, Games, Prizes, and Gold Fish!

Arts & Crafts Market

Flatiron Brewing 375 Traders Point Drive #4, Manistique, MI

Browse handcrafted jewelry, ceramics, prints, textiles and more.  

Event Series Food and Clothing Pantry

Food and Clothing Pantry

Christ Fellowship Ministries 8082 Cornell Rd., Germfask

at the Christ Fellowship Church in Germfask. Weekly on Mondays. Free food and clothing for families in need who are experiencing a hardship. Closed for holidays. Contact Pastor Diana at 906-286-0591 for more information.

Good News Club at Garden Christian Fellowship

Garden Christian Fellowship 6411 State St., Garden, MI

Free after-school program for all kids where the Bible is taught.  This action-packed time also includes songs, scripture memory, a missions story and review games or other activities focused on the lesson’s theme. The club is held every Monday  that there is a full day of school being held until Spring Break. A meal is […]

Good News Club at Manistique Bible Church

Manistique Bible Church 9143W US-2, Manistique

Free after-school program for all kids where the Bible is taught.  This action-packed time also includes songs, scripture memory, a missions story and review games or other activities focused on the lesson’s theme. The club is held every Tuesday that there is a full day of school being held. A meal is included. If children […]

West Shore Chorale Concert

Theatre on the Bay 750 W Bay Shore St., Marinette, WI

West Shore Concerts are free admission The West Shore Chorale has been performing since 1981. The Chorale has a unique dynamic, connecting community and university members across all age and ability levels. Directed by Jane Wells. Note: West Shore Concerts are free admission

Event Series MSU Extensions Extras

MSU Extensions Extras

Online

This free series of parenting workshops will provide parenting guidance for parents of young children as they navigate the joys, challenges and concerns of parenting. Participants may register for as few or as many workshops as they wish. The workshops are as follows: April 8: ABC’s of Early Literacy April 15: Mathematics for Infants and […]

Event Series MSU Extension’s Extras

MSU Extension’s Extras Parenting Hour

Online

This free series of parenting workshops will provide parenting guidance for parents of young children as they navigate the joys, challenges and concerns of parenting. Participants may register for as few or as many workshops as they wish. The workshops are as follows: April 8: ABC’s of Early Literacy April 15: Mathematics for Infants and […]

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library (Under age 5)

Online Registration

For Schoolcraft and Delta County's children under age 5. Babies and preschoolers are getting free books in the mail every month through the United Way's Dolly Parton's Imagination Library program. These are beautiful, age-appropriate books that continue arriving each month until the child turns five. The program is open to all children younger than five […]

Storytime at Spies Public Library!

Spies Public Library 940 1st Street, Menominee, MI, United States

Join us for weekly Storytime at 2pm! We'll sing, play, learn sign language, and read books during regular hours. (Closed for certain holidays. Check the website for updated information). Oct. 24th-NO Storytime due to Downtown Trick or Treat is 3-5pm. Come visit the librarians and guess costumes! Nov. 7th-9th Used Book Sale Nov. 11th CLOSED […]

Feeding America Mobile Food Pantry-Dickinson County

Various Locations

For individuals or families experiencing food insecurity. Event lasts until the food boxes run out. (If you would like information about other possible food resources you may be eligible for, please dial 2-1-1 at anytime.) Thursday, May 1, 2025 3:00 PM - Dickinson County (Drive Thru), Norway Community Food Pantry, 130 O'Dill Drive, Norway, MI 49870 Wednesday, […]

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