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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Guiding Principles for Highly Successful Parenting is a parenting series to help you explore ways that you can be highly effective in raising your kids to be successful in school […]
For individuals or families experiencing food insecurity. Event lasts until the food boxes run out. (Dial 2-1-1 at any time for other possible food resources or financial assistance programs that may be available). Thursday, June 19, 2025 11:00 AM - Mackinac County (Walk Up), Little Bear Arena, 275 Marquette Street, St. Ignace, MI 49781
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 […]
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 […]
Featured Events a JUNE 9 Lunch and Learn: Mindfully Feeding Infants & Toddlers 12:00 - 1:30 p.m. | Online Learn ways to feed your infants and toddlers using mindfulness concepts to develop lifelong healthy eaters. JUNE 10 Extension Extras Parenting Hour: Essential Skills for Learning and Life 8:00 - 9:30 p.m. | Online This workshop will will […]
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 […]
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 few or as many workshops as they wish. The workshops are as follows: December 11: Exploring Parenting Styles January 8: Talking With Kids About […]
9/27/25 FREE Entrance Day in the National Parks Visit one of the state’s beautiful national parks for free! The entrance fee waiver does not cover amenities or user fees for camping, boating, transportation, or special tours.
Open 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, […]
The 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 […]
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 few or as many workshops as they wish. The workshops are as follows: April 9: Introduction to the HOPE Framework May 14: Reducing Challenging […]
Various 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 […]
Introducing 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 […]
The attached is an an example of some of the classes available. Please check the website to register and review the rules:
