Acoustic Jam Sessions
Lake Effect Community Arts 212 S. Cedar Street (42.35 mi), ManistiqueCome down to play or listen, all are welcome!
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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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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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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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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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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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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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Art @ the Marketplace
Ages: 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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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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Fee Free Day State and National Park
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 […]
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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
Kid 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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Create Club!
Join us every 2nd and 4th Tuesday from 6-8pm for Create Club!! Work on your projects with other artists in a social setting. There is no instructor or materials provided.
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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 Library Bookmobile in Bark River
Bark River Senior Center 4283 D Road, Bark River, MI -
Little Explorers (Ages 0-5)
First Baptist Church of Manistique 319 Walnut St., ManistiqueA new opportunity for 0-5 year olds, with adult supervision, to play and explore!
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Schoolcraft County Family Coalition
Lake Effect Community Arts 212 S. Cedar Street (42.35 mi), Manistique11/12/25 Schoolcraft County Family Coalition Meeting 5:30pm-7pm at Lake Effects Art Center. Families are invited to discuss local early childhood needs and ways to help maintain them following the elimination of funding for Great Start Collaboratives and Family Coalitions. Potluck dinner-bring a dish to pass. onsite childcare. Contact Monica with the # attending and with […]
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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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Please Touch and Play!
Lake Effect Community Arts 212 S. Cedar Street (42.35 mi), ManistiqueLake Effect Community Arts Center is proud to present Please Touch and Play: an early childhood art exploration. Please join us every 2nd and 4th Thursday from 10:30-11:30am with projects to delight your littlest artists. We are located at 244 S. Cedar Street in Manistique! See you soon!
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Lego Building Session
11/13/25 Lego Building Session 3:30pm-4:30pm Manistique School & Public Library. Open to all K-8 youth in the community (kindergarteners must bring an adult). Registration is required at www.4Honline.com. Contact Jill at conninji@msu.edu for questions.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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.
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School’s Out Fun Day
Wells Childcare and Youth Center11/26/25 School’s Out Fun Day 7:30am-5:30pm at the Wells Childcare Center in Wells, MI. $35 for members, $45 for non-members. Registration is required. The fun-filled day will include group activities, arts & crafts, and games. Please bring lunch, outdoor wear, and snacks. 906-789-0202.
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Please Touch and Play!
Lake Effect Community Arts 212 S. Cedar Street (42.35 mi), ManistiqueLake Effect Community Arts Center is proud to present Please Touch and Play: an early childhood art exploration. Please join us every 2nd and 4th Thursday from 10:30-11:30am with projects to delight your littlest artists. We are located at 244 S. Cedar Street in Manistique! See you then!
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Escanaba Community Thanksgiving Dinner
Escanaba High School Commons 500 South Lincoln Road, Escanaba, MI, United States11/27/25 Escanaba Community Thanksgiving Dinner 11:30am-1:30pm In the Escanaba High School in the Commons. Sit-down meals will be provided at no cost. Meal reservations are encouraged but not required. DATA Bus transportation is available upon request. Contact Escanaba Senior Center for reservations at 906-786-8850 or visit communitythanksgivingdinner.org for more information.
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TV6 Thanksgiving Craft Show
11/28 & 11/29/25 TV6 Thanksgiving Craft Show 10am-5pm,at the UP State Fairgrounds. Crafters, vendors, artists, and small businesses. Admission is $3. Kids 12 and under are free. www.uppermichiganssource.com
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Manistique Christmas Parade
11/28/25 Manistique Christmas Parade 6:30pm The Parade route will start at Habitat for Humanity and end at the Post Office. Line-up is at 6:00 pm. The theme this year is Winter Wonderland. To register, please call the advisor at 906-341-2424
