Gladstone Fall Storytime
10/25/25 Gladstone Fall Storytime 10:30-11:30am Kids will enjoy seasonal books, crafts, music, snack and more. No RSVP required.
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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.
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S.T.E.A.M. Storytime
Escanaba Public Library 400 Ludington St, Escanaba, MI, United States10/25/25 S.T.E.A.M. Storytime 1pm at the Escanaba Public Library Join Robomos and Technomos for a fun storytime geared for children ages 5-12 and includes a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) craft. No registration is required for this free event.
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Gladstone Trunk or Treat
Gladstone Ski Hill and Sports Park 900 N Bluff Dr (8.13 mi), Gladstone10/25/25 Gladstone Trunk or Treat 2pm-4pm at the Gladstone ski Hill. Calling all ghosts, goblins, princesses and pirates! Bring your little ones for a super fun, free Trunk-or-Treat event. Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place trunks and best costume!
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Parents Night Out
We Rock The Spectrum-Up North 1401 N 26th St., Ste. 118, Escanaba, MI10/25/25 Parents Night Out 6pm-8:30pm at We Rock the Spectrum Up North. 1401 N 26st, Escanaba Ste. 118. $30 per chil/$20 sibiling(s).Call 906-553-7186 for details and to register.
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UPW Pro Wrestling: Nightmare
Delta County Chamber of Commerce 1001 North Lincoln Rd., Escanaba10/25/25 UPW Pro Wrestling: Nightmare at the Chamber 7pm at the Delta County Chamber of Commerce 1001 N Lincoln Rd, Escanaba UPW Returns to Escanaba $17.85-$28 on Eventbrite.
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Halloween Carnival at Cameron Elementary
Cameron Elementary School 803 29th Street, Gladstone, MI10/26/25 Halloween Carnival at Cameron Elementary 2pm-5pm Open to all children and costumes are encouraged! Each child receives a FREE pumpkin and will enjoy fun games, activities, and a trunk or treat. Cash concessions will be available. Come hungry and enjoy some tasty treats! $5.00 per child (all proceeds benefit the Cameron PTO to support […]
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Thomas Theatre Free Summer Movie Series
Willow Creek Cinema 2701 3rd Ave North, Escanaba, MI8/2 through 9/1/25 Thomas Theatre Free Summer Movie Series 2pm & 4pm Saturday, Sunday, and Mondays at Willow Creek Theater. 8/2-8/4 Hotel Transylvania 3 8/9-11 The Angry Birds Movie 8/16-18 The Angry Birds Movie 2 8/23-8/25 Cloudy With A Chance of Meatballs 8/30-9/1 Cloudy With A Chance of Meatballs 2
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Snacks with Serenity
We Rock The Spectrum-Up North 1401 N 26th St., Ste. 118, Escanaba, MI6/4 through 6/25/25 Snacks with Serenity Wednesdays 11:30am-1:30pm We Rock the Spectrum UP North. Miss Serenity teaches kids ages 6- 10 years old to prepare fun and healthy snacks! Recommended for kids who can measure ingredients and cut soft foods with a knife. Included in the open play-$16 for drop-in. werockthespectrumupnorth.com
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Escanaba Farmers Market
Escanaba Farmer's Market Escanaba8/2 through 8/31/25 Escanaba Farmer’s Market 1501 Ludington St. Open Wednesdays 3pm-6pm & Saturdays 8am-12pm with “pop-up” markets beginning June 13 at the marketplace on Fridays from 11am to 4pm through the summer.
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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 the season October 30th 2024 until spring 2025 Last admission 1 hour before closing Sorry, NO OUTSIDE FOOD or DRINK ALLOWED in the ZOO Sorry, […]
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Happy Tails Story Time (Children ages 3-5)
Delta County Animal Shelter 6975 County Rd. 426, EscanabaJoin us at for Happy Tails Story Time! There will be animal related stories, followed by a craft and an opportunity to meet some animal guests! There is no fee for this program, but we always appreciate participants bringing an item from our wish list to donate to help the animals in our care. Kids […]
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Kid’s Gym Music Mondays
We Rock The Spectrum-Up North 1401 N 26th St., Ste. 118, Escanaba, MIKid’s Gym Music Mondays 10am-noon Miss Karsyn leads and all ages musical funtime. Included in regular play price. werockthespectrumupnorth.com
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Interactive Storytime and Dance Mondays
We Rock The Spectrum-Up North 1401 N 26th St., Ste. 118, Escanaba, MI11/3 through 11/24/25 Interactive Storytime and Dance Mondays 10:30am-11:30am at We Rock the Spectrum-UP North. A story and a fall dance with scarves! $15 first child $10 for each additional child. werockthespectrumupnorth.com
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Laser Tag at Bay College
Bay College Heirman Center11/3 & 11/4/25 Laser Tag at Bay College 4pm-8pm in the Joseph Heriman center. Tickets are required—free for Bay College students and employees, $5 for the general public or at the Student Accounts Office window. .baycollege.edu
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Mindful Parenting Series
Escanaba Early Childhood Center 1905 South 21st St, Escanaba, MI11/3 to -11/24/25 Mindful Parenting Series 5pm - 6:30pm Mondays at the Escanaba Early Childhood Center,1905 S 21st St., Escanaba. A free series to learn Conscious Discipline strategies that help build connection and cooperation with children.
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Toddler Tuesdays
We Rock The Spectrum-Up North 1401 N 26th St., Ste. 118, Escanaba, MIToddler Tuesdays 9am-11am at We Rock the Spectrum-UP North. A special playtime for kids 1-4 years old. $12 per child.
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Kids P.A.C.K: Positive*Active*Compassionate*Kind
Delta County Animal Shelter 6975 County Rd. 426, EscanabaKids ages 6-8 years old The Kids P.A.C.K. is an educational club for children Activities include games, crafts, guest speakers, animal education, making treats/toys and animal interaction. First Tuesday of the month unless cancelled due to holiday or weather closures. Please call the shelter for more information.
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Delta Co Foster/Adoptive/Kinship & Guardianship Support Group
10/7/25 Delta Co Foster/Adoptive/Kinship & Guardianship Support Group 6pm-8pm on the first Tuesday of the month at New Life Church 2005 8 Ave S., Escanaba. Dinner and childcare provided. RSVP to Victoria Declaire at 906-464-4046 ext 4.
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Parenting Class (Free and online, self-paced to fit your schedule)
OnlineVarious topics: MI Parenting Resource: Michigan State University Extension is excited to share MI Parenting Resource, a free, online program developed by our partners in MSU’s Department of Human Development and Family Studies. MiParenting Resource offers a collection of videos introducing research-supported strategies for common caregiving concerns, such as how to increase child cooperation, teach […]
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Fee Free Day State and National Park
Isle Royal and Pictured Rocks ParksThe U.P. is home to: Michigan's only national park — Isle Royale National Park. One of the least visited national parks in the country, it is also one of the most revisited and among National Geographic's “Best of the World” list for 2021. Also, Pictured Rocks National Lake Shore State Park is participating: Come experience the […]
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Free Story Times
Free Story time Manistique School & Public Library 11/7 Music & Mayhem at 10am 11/21 Storytime at 10am Manistique Senior Center 11/19 Storytime at 10am Delta Animal Shelter 11/1 at 10:30am Escanaba Public Library 11/22 Delta Co. Family Coalition Storytime 10:30am
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Junior P.A.C.K: Positive*Active*Compassionate*Kind
Delta County Animal Shelter 6975 County Rd. 426, EscanabaKid ages 9-11 years old The Junior P.A.C.K. is an educational club for children Activities include games, crafts, guest speakers, animal education, making treats/toys and animal interaction. Please call the shelter for more information. Second Tuesday of the Month unless cancelled due to holiday or weather closures.
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Escanaba Library Bookmobile in Bark River
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Muscle on Main Car Show Event
Downtown Escanaba/Center Court 1025 Ludington Street, Escanaba, MISecond Wednesday of each month through September. Free classic car show, purchase food & drink, 50/50 tickets and lots of fun. All proceeds benefit local charities. Rained out days will be held the following day.
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Reducing Challenging Behaviors in Toddlers-with the Kinship Care Resource Ctr.
OnlineThis 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 few or as many workshops as they wish. The workshops are as follows: April 9: Introduction to the HOPE Framework May 14: Reducing Challenging […]
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NMU Dance Team Kids Clinic
The NMU Dance Team is hosting a Kids Clinic for children ages 5–12! Join us on Sunday, November 16th from 11:00 AM–12:30 PM in the Vandament Arena at the PEIF. The cost is $20 per dancer, and no experience is required. Each registration also includes one free adult entry to our Showcase! Participants will learn […]
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Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library (Under age 5)
Online RegistrationFor 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 […]
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Escanaba City Band
Karas Bandshell-Wednesday, & various special events, dates, and times in Delta County.City Band Concerts begin Mid-June, Wednesday Evenings at 7:30 p.m., in Ludington Park, at the Karas Memorial Band Shell. Weekly concerts continue through the summer until mid August. Rained out dates will be the following Thursday.
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Feed America Mobile Food Pantry
Salvation Army 3001 5th Avenue South, Escanaba, MI, United States11/19/25 Feed America Mobile Food Pantry 10am at the Salvation Army 3001 5th Ave. S., Escanaba
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Escanaba Book Mobile in Rock
Rock Senior center 3892 W. Maple Ridge 37th Road, Rock, MI11/19/25 Escanaba Book Mobile in Rock 1pm-2pm at the Rock Senior Center on the last Wednesday of the month. Open to the public. A Library Card is required for checkout. On-site registration available with I.D. Call 906-789-7323 for more info.
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Native American Heritage Family & Child Education (FACE)
Hannahville Indian School N14911 Hannahvlle B-1 Road, Wilson, MI, United StatesRegistration is open now for the 2024-2025 School Year.
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Rapid River Area Playgroup
Rapid River Rapid RiverPlaygroup 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 […]
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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 shelter animals. Here’s everything you need to know: The program will take place monthly on the third Thursday, from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM. Mark […]
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Fiber Arts a la Carte (ages 16+)
Escanaba Public Library 400 Ludington St, Escanaba, MI, United States -
Parents Like Me Support Group
Escanaba Early Childhood Center 1905 South 21st St, Escanaba, MI11/20 & 12/18/25 Parents Like Me Support Group 7pm-8:30pm at the Escanaba Early Childhood Center, 1905 S. 21st St. Designed for caregivers raising children with special needs. Snacks and beverages provided. No childcare. Contact Carrie at 906-786-7080 EXT 163 to RSVP. (changed from 4 to 3 Thurs in Nov. & Dec.)
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Gladstone Summer Concert Series
Gladstone's Van Cleve Park GladstoneBring your lawn chairs, blankets, coolers, and friends at the Gladstone Beach House!
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Open Skate and MORE!-Hannahville Ice & Turf Complex
Hannahville Ice and Turf Complex 1647 17.4 Road, Escanaba, MI, United StatesNot 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 […]
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Delta Co. Family Coalition Storytime: Hibernation
Escanaba Public Library 400 Ludington St, Escanaba, MI, United States11/22/25 Delta Co. Family Coalition Storytime: Hibernation 10:30am at the Escanaba Public Library. The Great Start Family Coalition presents a free storytime for ages 0-8 years old. There will be stories, movement activities, and social time! FREE No registration is required. Contact lmold@dsisd.net for more info.
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Youth Archery Session 5pm-7pm at the Manistique Rifle and Pistol Club.
11/2, 11/9 & 11/23/25 Youth Archery Session 5pm-7pm at the Manistique Rifle and Pistol Club. Children ages 8 and up. Youth do not need to have their own equipment to participate. Registration is required at www.4Honline.ocm. Contact Jill at conninji@msu.edu for questions.
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Help Me Grow Michigan
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2025 Family Partnership and Literacy Series with MiMTSS
OnlineThe attached is an an example of some of the classes available. Please check the website to register and review the rules:
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Art @ the Marketplace
Escanaba Farmer's Market EscanabaAges: K – 5th grade Student Fee: Free (Does require registration the day before each event) (sponsored by the Escanaba Downtown Development Authority) Join us in the Escanaba Marketplace for kids’ art projects on Monday mornings this summer! The Escanaba DDA is sponsoring this class for kids. Come down and enjoy creating art this summer. […]
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Rapid River Farmer’s Market
Masonville Recreation Area 10465 South Main Street, Rapid River, MI, United StatesThis market features local food and goods, and sometimes the Brisket Barn food truck and music as well. Get fresh local fish and have it cooked on-site by the Brisket Barn. This gorgeous growing market is in the Masonville Township Recreation Area near downtown Rapid River, close to the local boat launch. If you are […]
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N-O-T = Not On Tobacco Program (Ages 11-20)
Bay College 2000 N. 30th St., Escanaba -
Parent & Tot Playtime (ages 5 and under).
YMCA Delta Center 2000 North 30th Street, Escanaba, MI, United StatesFree!
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Thanksgiving Lunch
Salvation Army 3001 5th Avenue South, Escanaba, MI, United States11/25/25 Thanksgiving Lunch noon-12:45pm The Salvation Army is providing free Thanksgiving turkey lunches to people in need at the Salvation Army Community Center, 3001 5th Ave South, Escanaba.
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Mega Sports Camp
New Life Community Center 2005 8th Ave. S., EscanabaAt MEGA Sports Camp, kids will enjoy action-packed sports training sessions mixed with fun rallies as they discover how to become trailblazers - both in sports and in their faith. Each day will include sports training, large group rallies, small group huddles, and a snack! Come expecting to have tons of fun, make new friends, […]
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Delta County Foster / Adoptive / Kinship / Guardian Support Group
Delta County Foster / Adoptive / Kinship / Guardian Support Group Every 1st Tuesday of each month Sept 2nd, Oct 7th, Nov 4th, Dec 2nd 6pm- 8pm EST New Life Church 2005 8th Ave South Escanaba, MI 49829 Dinner for parents and child care available R.S.V.P. Victoria Declare 906-454-4046 EXT4
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Escanaba Black Friday and Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
Downtown Escanaba/Center Court 1025 Ludington Street, Escanaba, MI11/25/25 Escanaba Black Friday and Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony 7pm at the Escanaba DDA 1025 Ludington St. Business sales from 3pm9pm.
