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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Various dates and time. Please check website for availability. Mar11 Online Extension Extras Parenting Hour: Talking With Kids About Race March 11, 2025 8:00PM – 9:30PM Online; 8-9:30pm ET Extension Extras Parenting Hour is a free online series of parenting workshops that provides guidance for parents of young children as they navigate the challenges, joys, […]
The attached is an an example of some of the classes available. Please check the website to register and review the rules:
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 […]
Check out the new 1000 Books Before Kindergarten board displayed at Spies Public Library! Did you know that both Spies Public Library and the Menominee County Library offer this program? The flier below provides more information about how the program works. Call your local library to sign your child up today!
This program is geared toward preschool aged kids, though all ages are welcome! Please confirm if closed due to weather or holidays on the library calendar.
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, […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
Registration is open now for the 2024-2025 School Year.
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 […]
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 […]
Come join the Great Start Collaborative's Family Coalition Meetings at Spies Public Library every third Tuesday of the month following our Parent/Child Coffee Chats! This group plans events and parent education for our community!
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.) 1.Enter line going West towards Riverside Cemetery on 14th Ave. 2.Follow route: 14th Ave - Memorial - Riverside - West […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
Menominee Recreation Department is hosting its annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 19 at John Henes Park from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public and intended for children ages 4 to 10. Events include visiting with the Easter Bunny, face painting, crafts, scavenger hunt, Egg Hunt […]
Are you raising a child with special needs? Do you feel there may be something going on, but don't have a diagnosis yet? Do you ever feel alone or that no one understands what you are going through? You are not alone! Parents Like Me Support Group is for parents and caregivers raising someone with […]
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
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 […]
FREE Admission Davey Allen is a versatile songwriter, musician and artist. His work is deeply rooted in the vast American songbook. Allen has played music professionally for the past 20 years, the last 6 with Davey and The Midnights. The band formed on the west-side of Los Angeles, California in 2017. The group immediately set […]
Just after midnight, a snowdrift stops the Orient Express in its tracks. The luxurious train is surprisingly full for the time of the year, but by the morning it is one passenger fewer. An American tycoon lies dead in his compartment, stabbed eight times, his door locked from the inside. Isolated and with a killer […]
There will be speakers and venders pertaining to Big Foot and a Question and Answer session as well. Check their Facebook page for future updates.
Free Admission The Safe Sax Duo consisting of Michael Pruzinsky on vocals, saxophone and percussion and award-winning pianist, Kostia, will wow any audience with their talents and wide variety of music. Free Admission.
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 […]
Save the date: The Haunted Maze will be October 17 & 18th 2025!!
