50 events found.
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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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.
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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 […]
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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 […]
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Create Club!
Lake Effect Community Arts 212 S. Cedar Street (42.35 mi), ManistiqueJoin 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 […]
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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. […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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. […]
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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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Fiber Arts a la Carte (ages 16+)
Escanaba Public Library 400 Ludington St, Escanaba, MI, United States -
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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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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
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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.
