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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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December 2025
December 18 Native American Heritage Family & Child Education (FACE)

Native American Heritage Family & Child Education (FACE)

Hannahville Indian School N14911 Hannahvlle B-1 Road, Wilson, MI, United States

Registration is open now for the 2024-2025 School Year.
December 18 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 pm Rapid River Area Playgroup

Rapid River Area Playgroup

Rapid River Rapid River

Playgroup 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 […]
December 18 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Feeding America Mobile Food Pantry-Menominee Co.

Menominee County-Feeding America Mobile Food Pantry

Greater Marinette-Menominee YMCA 1600 West Drive, Menominee, MI

For 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 […]
December 18 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Storytime at Spies Public Library!

Storytime at Spies Public Library!

Spies Public Library 940 1st Street, Menominee, MI, United States

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. […]
December 18 @ 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm Read to Your Shelter Pet Program

Read to Your Shelter Pet Program

Various Shelters

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 […]
December 18 @ 5:00 pm - 6:45 pm Fiber Arts a la Carte (ages 16+)

Fiber Arts a la Carte (ages 16+)

Escanaba Public Library 400 Ludington St, Escanaba, MI, United States
December 18 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Acoustic Jam Sessions

Lake Effect Community Arts 212 S. Cedar Street (42.35 mi), Manistique

All are welcome to come listen and/or play!
December 18 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Parents Like Me Support Group

Parents Like Me Support Group

Escanaba Early Childhood Center 1905 South 21st St, Escanaba, MI

11/20 & 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 […]
December 18 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Gladstone Summer Concert Series

Gladstone Summer Concert Series

Gladstone's Van Cleve Park Gladstone

Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, coolers, and friends at the Gladstone Beach House!
December 18 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Guiding Principles for Highly Successful Parenting Webinar Series (5 classes)

Guiding Principles for Highly Successful Parenting Webinar Series (5 classes)

Online
December 19 Open Skate!-Hannahville Ice & Turf Complex

Open Skate and MORE!-Hannahville Ice & Turf Complex

Hannahville Ice and Turf Complex 1647 17.4 Road, Escanaba, MI, United States

Not 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 […]
December 19 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Program

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Program

Local Library in Menominee County

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? […]
December 19 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Terrific Tales Preschool Storytime

Terrific Tales Preschool Storytime

Menominee County Library 319 Railroad St, Stephenson, MI, United States

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.
December 19 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Terrific Tales Preschool Storytime

Terrific Tales Preschool Storytime

Menominee County Library 319 Railroad St, Stephenson, MI, United States

Terrific 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!
December 19 @ 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm Elks Fish Fry

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
December 19 @ 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Manistique Elks Lodge #632 213 Walnut Street, Manistique

9/5, 9/12, 9/19, & 9/26 Elks Fish Fry 4:30pm-7:30 Every Friday night Fish Fry. Take Out, Curbside Pick Up or Indoor Dining Available. All entrees $18.00. Call 906-341-2536 with any […]
December 19 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Friday Fish Fry at the Moose

Friday Fish Fry at the Moose

Loyal Order of Moose Lodge #1972 9257 W. State Highway M-149, Manistique, MI

Public Welcome! Purchase take out or dine inside.
December 19 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Friday Fish Fry

Friday Fish Fry

Manistique Moose Lodge M-149, Manistique, MI, United States

9/5, 9/12, 9/19, & 9/26 Friday Fish Fry 5pm - 8pm Public Welcome! Take out or inside Dining. Manistique Moose Lodge, M-149, Manistique.
December 25 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Please Touch and Play!

Please Touch and Play!

Lake Effect Community Arts 212 S. Cedar Street (42.35 mi), Manistique

Lake 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!
December 26 @ 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Manistique Elks Lodge #632 213 Walnut Street, Manistique

9/5, 9/12, 9/19, & 9/26 Elks Fish Fry 4:30pm-7:30 Every Friday night Fish Fry. Take Out, Curbside Pick Up or Indoor Dining Available. All entrees $18.00. Call 906-341-2536 with any […]
December 28 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Breakfast at the VFW 4420

Breakfast at the VFW 4420

Manistique VFW Post 4420 344 North Maple Street, Manistique

Breakfast 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.
January 2026
January 1, 2026 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Acoustic Jam Sessions

Acoustic Jam Sessions

Lake Effect Community Arts 212 S. Cedar Street (42.35 mi), Manistique

Come down to play or listen, all are welcome!
January 2, 2026 @ 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Manistique Elks Lodge #632 213 Walnut Street, Manistique

9/5, 9/12, 9/19, & 9/26 Elks Fish Fry 4:30pm-7:30 Every Friday night Fish Fry. Take Out, Curbside Pick Up or Indoor Dining Available. All entrees $18.00. Call 906-341-2536 with any questions. 213 Walnut St. Manistique
January 3, 2026 @ 10:30 am - 11:15 am Happy Tails Story Time (Children ages 3-6)

Happy Tails Story Time (Children ages 3-5)

Delta County Animal Shelter 6975 County Rd. 426, Escanaba

Join us at for Happy Tails Story Time! There will be animal related stories, followed by a craft and an opportunity to meet some animal guests! There is no fee for this program, but we always appreciate participants bringing an item from our wish list to donate to help the animals in our care. Kids […]
January 6, 2026 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Kids P.A.C.K: Positive*Active*Compassionate*Kind

Kids P.A.C.K: Positive*Active*Compassionate*Kind

Delta County Animal Shelter 6975 County Rd. 426, Escanaba

Kids 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 […]
January 6, 2026 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Delta Co Foster/Adoptive/Kinship & Guardianship Support Group

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 […]
January 7, 2026 Parenting Class (Free and online, self-paced to fit your schedule)

Parenting Class (Free and online, self-paced to fit your schedule)

Online

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 […]
January 8, 2026 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Please Touch and Play!

Please Touch and Play!

Lake Effect Community Arts 212 S. Cedar Street (42.35 mi), Manistique

Lake 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 […]
January 9, 2026 @ 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Manistique Elks Lodge #632 213 Walnut Street, Manistique

9/5, 9/12, 9/19, & 9/26 Elks Fish Fry 4:30pm-7:30 Every Friday night Fish Fry. Take Out, Curbside Pick Up or Indoor Dining Available. All entrees $18.00. Call 906-341-2536 with any questions. 213 Walnut St. Manistique
January 13, 2026 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Junior P.A.C.K: Positive*Active*Compassionate*Kind

Junior P.A.C.K: Positive*Active*Compassionate*Kind

Delta County Animal Shelter 6975 County Rd. 426, Escanaba

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.
January 13, 2026 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Create Club!

Create Club!

Lake Effect Community Arts 212 S. Cedar Street (42.35 mi), Manistique

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.
January 14, 2026 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Escanaba Library Bookmobile in Bark River

Escanaba Library Bookmobile in Bark River

Bark River Senior Center 4283 D Road, Bark River, MI
January 14, 2026 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Little Explorers (Ages 0-5)

Little Explorers (Ages 0-5)

First Baptist Church of Manistique 319 Walnut St., Manistique

A new opportunity for 0-5 year olds, with adult supervision, to play and explore!
January 14, 2026 @ 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm Muscle on Main Car Show Event

Muscle on Main Car Show Event

Downtown Escanaba/Center Court 1025 Ludington Street, Escanaba, MI

Second 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 […]
January 16, 2026 @ 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Manistique Elks Lodge #632 213 Walnut Street, Manistique

9/5, 9/12, 9/19, & 9/26 Elks Fish Fry 4:30pm-7:30 Every Friday night Fish Fry. Take Out, Curbside Pick Up or Indoor Dining Available. All entrees $18.00. Call 906-341-2536 with any […]
January 23, 2026 @ 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Manistique Elks Lodge #632 213 Walnut Street, Manistique

9/5, 9/12, 9/19, & 9/26 Elks Fish Fry 4:30pm-7:30 Every Friday night Fish Fry. Take Out, Curbside Pick Up or Indoor Dining Available. All entrees $18.00. Call 906-341-2536 with any questions. 213 Walnut St. Manistique
January 30, 2026 @ 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Manistique Elks Lodge #632 213 Walnut Street, Manistique

9/5, 9/12, 9/19, & 9/26 Elks Fish Fry 4:30pm-7:30 Every Friday night Fish Fry. Take Out, Curbside Pick Up or Indoor Dining Available. All entrees $18.00. Call 906-341-2536 with any questions. 213 Walnut St. Manistique
February 2026
February 6, 2026 @ 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Manistique Elks Lodge #632 213 Walnut Street, Manistique

9/5, 9/12, 9/19, & 9/26 Elks Fish Fry 4:30pm-7:30 Every Friday night Fish Fry. Take Out, Curbside Pick Up or Indoor Dining Available. All entrees $18.00. Call 906-341-2536 with any questions. 213 Walnut St. Manistique
February 13, 2026 @ 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Manistique Elks Lodge #632 213 Walnut Street, Manistique

9/5, 9/12, 9/19, & 9/26 Elks Fish Fry 4:30pm-7:30 Every Friday night Fish Fry. Take Out, Curbside Pick Up or Indoor Dining Available. All entrees $18.00. Call 906-341-2536 with any questions. 213 Walnut St. Manistique
February 20, 2026 @ 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Manistique Elks Lodge #632 213 Walnut Street, Manistique

9/5, 9/12, 9/19, & 9/26 Elks Fish Fry 4:30pm-7:30 Every Friday night Fish Fry. Take Out, Curbside Pick Up or Indoor Dining Available. All entrees $18.00. Call 906-341-2536 with any questions. 213 Walnut St. Manistique
February 27, 2026 @ 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Manistique Elks Lodge #632 213 Walnut Street, Manistique

9/5, 9/12, 9/19, & 9/26 Elks Fish Fry 4:30pm-7:30 Every Friday night Fish Fry. Take Out, Curbside Pick Up or Indoor Dining Available. All entrees $18.00. Call 906-341-2536 with any questions. 213 Walnut St. Manistique
March 2026
March 6, 2026 @ 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Manistique Elks Lodge #632 213 Walnut Street, Manistique

9/5, 9/12, 9/19, & 9/26 Elks Fish Fry 4:30pm-7:30 Every Friday night Fish Fry. Take Out, Curbside Pick Up or Indoor Dining Available. All entrees $18.00. Call 906-341-2536 with any questions. 213 Walnut St. Manistique
March 13, 2026 @ 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Manistique Elks Lodge #632 213 Walnut Street, Manistique

9/5, 9/12, 9/19, & 9/26 Elks Fish Fry 4:30pm-7:30 Every Friday night Fish Fry. Take Out, Curbside Pick Up or Indoor Dining Available. All entrees $18.00. Call 906-341-2536 with any questions. 213 Walnut St. Manistique
March 20, 2026 @ 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Manistique Elks Lodge #632 213 Walnut Street, Manistique

9/5, 9/12, 9/19, & 9/26 Elks Fish Fry 4:30pm-7:30 Every Friday night Fish Fry. Take Out, Curbside Pick Up or Indoor Dining Available. All entrees $18.00. Call 906-341-2536 with any questions. 213 Walnut St. Manistique
March 27, 2026 @ 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Manistique Elks Lodge #632 213 Walnut Street, Manistique

9/5, 9/12, 9/19, & 9/26 Elks Fish Fry 4:30pm-7:30 Every Friday night Fish Fry. Take Out, Curbside Pick Up or Indoor Dining Available. All entrees $18.00. Call 906-341-2536 with any questions. 213 Walnut St. Manistique
April 2026
April 3, 2026 @ 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Manistique Elks Lodge #632 213 Walnut Street, Manistique

9/5, 9/12, 9/19, & 9/26 Elks Fish Fry 4:30pm-7:30 Every Friday night Fish Fry. Take Out, Curbside Pick Up or Indoor Dining Available. All entrees $18.00. Call 906-341-2536 with any questions. 213 Walnut St. Manistique
April 10, 2026 @ 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Manistique Elks Lodge #632 213 Walnut Street, Manistique

9/5, 9/12, 9/19, & 9/26 Elks Fish Fry 4:30pm-7:30 Every Friday night Fish Fry. Take Out, Curbside Pick Up or Indoor Dining Available. All entrees $18.00. Call 906-341-2536 with any questions. 213 Walnut St. Manistique
April 17, 2026 @ 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Manistique Elks Lodge #632 213 Walnut Street, Manistique

9/5, 9/12, 9/19, & 9/26 Elks Fish Fry 4:30pm-7:30 Every Friday night Fish Fry. Take Out, Curbside Pick Up or Indoor Dining Available. All entrees $18.00. Call 906-341-2536 with any […]
April 24, 2026 @ 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Manistique Elks Lodge #632 213 Walnut Street, Manistique

9/5, 9/12, 9/19, & 9/26 Elks Fish Fry 4:30pm-7:30 Every Friday night Fish Fry. Take Out, Curbside Pick Up or Indoor Dining Available. All entrees $18.00. Call 906-341-2536 with any […]
May 2026
May 1, 2026 @ 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Manistique Elks Lodge #632 213 Walnut Street, Manistique

9/5, 9/12, 9/19, & 9/26 Elks Fish Fry 4:30pm-7:30 Every Friday night Fish Fry. Take Out, Curbside Pick Up or Indoor Dining Available. All entrees $18.00. Call 906-341-2536 with any […]

Community Calendars

December 2025

Native American Heritage Family & Child Education (FACE)

Rapid River Area Playgroup

Menominee County-Feeding America Mobile Food Pantry

Storytime at Spies Public Library!

Read to Your Shelter Pet Program

Fiber Arts a la Carte (ages 16+)

Acoustic Jam Sessions

Parents Like Me Support Group

Gladstone Summer Concert Series

Guiding Principles for Highly Successful Parenting Webinar Series (5 classes)

Open Skate and MORE!-Hannahville Ice & Turf Complex

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Program

Terrific Tales Preschool Storytime

Terrific Tales Preschool Storytime

Elks Fish Fry

Friday Fish Fry at the Moose

Friday Fish Fry

Please Touch and Play!

Breakfast at the VFW 4420

January 2026

Acoustic Jam Sessions

Happy Tails Story Time (Children ages 3-5)

Kids P.A.C.K: PositiveActiveCompassionate*Kind

Delta Co Foster/Adoptive/Kinship & Guardianship Support Group

Parenting Class (Free and online, self-paced to fit your schedule)

Please Touch and Play!

Junior P.A.C.K: PositiveActiveCompassionate*Kind

Create Club!

Escanaba Library Bookmobile in Bark River

Little Explorers (Ages 0-5)

Muscle on Main Car Show Event

February 2026

March 2026

April 2026

May 2026