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
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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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Family Coalition Meeting-Menominee County
Spies Public Library 940 1st Street, Menominee, MI, United StatesCome 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!
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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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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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Fun With Art
8/6, 8/13 & 8/20 Fun With Art 9:30am-11am pre-school (must be accompanied by an adult) through high school students are invited to the Garden Gallery for free art of your choosing. Supplies are provided; no registration is required. First come, first served. Call 906-644-2080 for more information. 6367 State Street P.O 81 Garden MI
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Acorn Story Time
11/19/25 Acorn Story Time 10am-11am Join us at the Manistique Senior Center for our acorn story time. We will be reading stories about seasons changing and making fun acorn crafts. A snack will be provided. Everyone is welcome to join the fun! 101 Main Street, Manistique.
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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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Manistique Farmer and Artisan Market
244 S. Cedar St, Manistique MI 49854 244 S. Cedar St, Manistique, MI, United States5pm-6:30pm Located at Triangle Park (Oak St and Arbutus Ave in Manistique) Every Wednesday fresh and local food, crafts, and other items. On Rainy days the market moves indoors. Lake Effect Arts at 244 S Cedar St
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Music in Manistique
Manistique Bandshell 180 North Maple St., Manistique, MICome join the fun. Sunshine or Rain the music will be playing! Bring a lawn chair. Sit on the bleachers. Sit in your car. West Bear Area is the rain location, if needed because of the weather. Bring a lawn chair if the concert will be inside. Light snacks available for a small fee. Restrooms […]
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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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Menominee County-Feeding America Mobile Food Pantry
Greater Marinette-Menominee YMCA 1600 West Drive, Menominee, MIFor individuals or families experiencing food insecurity. Event lasts until the food boxes run out. (Dial 2-1-1 at anytime for other possible food resources or financial assistance programs that may be available). 1.Enter line going West towards Riverside Cemetery on 14th Ave. 2.Follow route: 14th Ave - Memorial - Riverside - West Dr. 3.Pick up […]
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Storytime at Spies Public Library!
Spies Public Library 940 1st Street, Menominee, MI, United StatesJoin 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 […]
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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 -
Acoustic Jam Sessions
Lake Effect Community Arts 212 S. Cedar Street (42.35 mi), ManistiqueAll are welcome to come listen and/or play!
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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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1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Program
Local Library in Menominee CountyCheck 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!
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Terrific Tales Preschool Storytime
Menominee County Library 319 Railroad St, Stephenson, MI, United StatesThis 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.
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Terrific Tales Preschool Storytime
Menominee County Library 319 Railroad St, Stephenson, MI, United StatesTerrific Tales Preschool Storytime Join us Friday mornings at 10AM for singing, dancing, stories, and crafts! This program is geared toward preschool aged kids, though all ages are welcome!
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Manistique School & Public Library Storytime: How to Hide a Turkey
11/21/25 Manistique School & Public Library Storytime: How to Hide a Turkey 10am-11am Children 5 and under, with adult supervision, are invited for story time fun! We will share a story, activities and a snack. 100 N Cedar St.
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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
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Friday Fish Fry at the Moose
Loyal Order of Moose Lodge #1972 9257 W. State Highway M-149, Manistique, MIPublic Welcome! Purchase take out or dine inside.
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Friday Fish Fry
Manistique Moose Lodge M-149, Manistique, MI, United States9/5, 9/12, 9/19, & 9/26 Friday Fish Fry 5pm - 8pm Public Welcome! Take out or inside Dining. Manistique Moose Lodge, M-149, Manistique.
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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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Breakfast at the VFW 4420
Manistique VFW Post 4420 344 North Maple Street, ManistiqueBreakfast available every 2nd & 4th Sunday of the month. Purchase a meal and support the VFW. Open to the public. Call 906-341-6793 for more information.
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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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Kids’ Zone Enrichment Program 2024-2025 School Year (ages 5-12)
Greater Marinette-Menominee YMCA 1600 West Drive, Menominee, MIBus 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 […]
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Menominee County Summer Playgroup Events (kids 0-8)
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Summer Day Camp At the Schoolcraft County Fairgrounds
Schoolcraft County Fairgrounds Lake St., ManistiqueOpen every Monday through Friday, All summer long through Friday (June 9-end of August) • Open to all school age children 3 ½ to 18 years old •Attend anytime between the hours of 7:00AM and 5:00 PM, for care and companionship plus educational, recreational and enrichment activities, as well as breakfast, lunch and a snack. […]
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Schoolcraft County Free Meals (kids 0 to18)
Schoolcraft County Fairgrounds Lake St., ManistiqueFor Congregate Free meals served Monday-Friday. Drop in, no enrollment necessary. For ages up to age 18 years old. Breakfast is served from 7:30 am-9:30 am Lunch is served from 11:30 am-1:30 pm. Join for one meal or both. For Home Delivered or Grab-n-Go: From 3-6 pm: Free food for kids delivered to your door! […]
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Parent & Tot Playtime (ages 5 and under).
YMCA Delta Center 2000 North 30th Street, Escanaba, MI, United StatesFree!
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Weekly Playgroups (Houghton)
The Tree House Indoor Playground 850 W Sharon Ave #6 MI, Houghton, MI, United StatesEvery 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 […]
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Children’s Theatre Presents: Rising Stars Theatre Camp! (Ages 8-17)
Theatre on the Bay 750 W Bay Shore St., Marinette, WITHIS CAMP IS ON OUR MARINETTE CAMPUS: Children's Theatre Rising Stars Theatre Camp is encouraged for young actors ages 8-17 interested in the performing arts! This 5-day camp is designed for beginner and experienced actors. Rising Stars Theatre Camp will be taught by local artists/performers Chase Grabowski & Audrey Soberg and consist of daily […]
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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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Made U.P Art Showcase Event
Lake Effect Community Arts 212 S. Cedar Street (42.35 mi), Manistique5/17 through 6/8 All artists living in the Manistique area are invited to showcase one piece of art. There is a $10 entry fee per artist. The display will be open every day except Sundays from May 17th to June 8 . Please contact 708-341- 2782 for more information. Lake Effect Community Arts Center, 244 S […]
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Food and Clothing Pantry
7/7, 7/14, 7/21, & 7/28 Food and Clothing Pantry 11am-1pm at the Christ Fellowship Church in Germfask. Weekly on Mondays. Free food and clothing for families in need. Closed on holidays. Contact Pastor Diana at 906-286-0591 for more information
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Food and Clothing Pantry
Christ Fellowship Ministries 8082 Cornell Rd., Germfask9/1, 9/8, 9/15, 9/22 & 9/29 Food and Clothing Pantry 11am-1pm at the Christ Fellowship Church in Germfask. Weekly on Mondays. Free food and clothing for families in need. Closed on holidays. Contact Pastor Diana at 906-286-0591 for more information.
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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)
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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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Open Pool at the School
Manistique High School 100 N Cedar St., Manistique, MIPrice $3 per person. Dates subject to change due to school events and poor weather.
