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Community Calendars
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
Garlyn Zoo Wildlife Park
Garlyn Zoo Wildlife Park W9104 US2, Naubinway, MIOpen 7 Days September 1st thru October 15th from 10am until 5pm with last admission at 4pmCall ahead after October 15th - Open depends on the weatherWe will close for […]
Building Strong Adolescents
Online (or phone)Are you wondering how to navigate the teen years with your child? Do you wonder how to set limits while still promoting independence and encouraging positive relationships? Join us for […]
Guiding Principles for Highly Successful Parenting Webinar Series – November-December 2024
Online (or phone)Guiding Principles is a FREE online course for parents of toddlers to teens to learn strategies for helping children, parents and families be successful. Location: The link for this webinar […]
Understanding Social Security Benefits (Ages birth to 12)
OnlineFor Families/Guardians Parents and guardians often feel lost when it comes to navigating Social Security disability benefits for their loved one with a disability. This training will provide an overview […]
Online Extension Extras Parenting Hour: Screen Time for Young Children
Online (or phone)Screens are everywhere, and young children are spending more and more time in front of them. Screens and media can be a great way for children to learn, but may […]
Michigan Alliance for Families Offers Various FREE Learning Opportunities for December
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 […]
Tips to Get You Through the Holidays (MSU Ex. Series)
ZoomRegistration Deadline: November 20, 2024 - 12:00AM This series will help you prepare for the busyness of the upcoming holiday season. We will cover topics such as mindful eating, budgeting, […]
Holiday Lasers on the Ore Dock
Marquette’s Lower Harbor Ore DockFree. The Holiday Laser Show will be shining over Marquette’s Lower Harbor Ore Dock starting on Thanksgiving. This year, the show will take place on the north side of the Ore […]
Instilling Disability Pride in Your Child (Ages birth-12)
OnlineFree For families/guardians Disability pride refers to a positive outlook that a child can develop over time about their own disability. Pride helps to develop self-esteem, self-worth and an understanding […]
Online Extension Extras Parenting Hour: Birds and the Bees: Talking with Kids About Sex
Online (or phone)Talking with kids about sex can be challenging and awkward. In this session we will explore the importance of having honest discussions about bodies, sex, and sexuality and how to […]
Kinship Caregiver classes
Online (or phone)This free series of workshops will provide guidance for caregivers of children as they navigate the joys, challenges and concerns of raising kids. Participants may register once and attend as […]
Laser Taylor Swift Birthday Celebration!
Shiras Planetarium 1203 West Fair Ave., MarquetteReserve your spot early, tickets are limited! Taylor Swift is one of the biggest pop stars on the planet, and her birthday is on December 13! Come and celebrate with […]
Helping Kids Manage Stress – (Online Extension Extras Parenting Hour)
Online (or phone)Children and youth are experiencing stress, and as parents we have an opportunity to support them. This workshop will cover common causes, signs, and symptoms of stress, as well as […]
The Power of Connection (Ages birth-12)
OnlineFree For families/guardians As social beings, we all crave relationships with others to make life more enjoyable and enrich our daily lives. Yet building meaningful friendships can be a challenge for […]
Read to Your Shelter Pet Program
Various SheltersIntroducing the Read to Your Shelter Pet Program sponsored by the amazing Literacy Legacy Fund of Michigan and UPAWS! Get ready to have loads of fun while making a positive impact on […]
Michigan Alliance for Families Offers Various FREE Learning Opportunities for January
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 […]
Michigan Alliance for Families Offers Various FREE Learning Opportunities for February
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 […]
Michigan Alliance for Families Offers Various FREE Learning Opportunities for March
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 […]
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 […]
Michigan Alliance for Families Offers Various FREE Learning Opportunities for May
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 […]
Michigan Alliance for Families Offers Various FREE Learning Opportunities for June
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 […]