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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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February 2026
Open Pool at the School

February 16 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Open Pool at the School

Manistique High School 100 N Cedar St., Manistique, MI

Price $3 per person. Dates subject to change due to school events and poor weather.
Family Coalition Meeting-Menominee County

February 17 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Family Coalition Meeting-Menominee County

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

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 […]
Delta County Foster / Adoptive / Kinship / Guardian Support Group

February 17 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 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 […]
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library (Under age 5)

February 18 Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library (Under age 5)

Online Registration

For 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. […]
Escanaba City Band

February 18 @ 7:30 am - 8:30 pm 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 […]
Fun With Art

February 18 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 pm 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 […]
Manistique Farmer and Artisan Market

February 18 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Manistique Farmer and Artisan Market

244 S. Cedar St, Manistique MI 49854 244 S. Cedar St, Manistique, MI, United States

5pm-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 […]
Music in Manistique

February 18 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Music in Manistique

Manistique Bandshell 180 North Maple St., Manistique, MI

Come 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 […]
Native American Heritage Family & Child Education (FACE)

February 19 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.
Rapid River Area Playgroup

February 19 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 pm 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 […]
Storytime at Spies Public Library!

February 19 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm 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. […]
Read to Your Shelter Pet Program

February 19 @ 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm 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 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 […]
Fiber Arts a la Carte (ages 16+)

February 19 @ 5:00 pm - 6:45 pm Fiber Arts a la Carte (ages 16+)

Escanaba Public Library 400 Ludington St, Escanaba, MI, United States
Acoustic Jam Sessions

February 19 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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

All are welcome to come listen and/or play!
Gladstone Summer Concert Series

February 19 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Gladstone Summer Concert Series

Gladstone's Van Cleve Park Gladstone

Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, coolers, and friends at the Gladstone Beach House!
Guiding Principles for Highly Successful Parenting Webinar Series (5 classes)

February 19 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Guiding Principles for Highly Successful Parenting Webinar Series (5 classes)

Online
February 20 @ 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
Breakfast at the VFW 4420

February 22 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm 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.
Please Touch and Play!

February 26 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am 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 […]
February 27 @ 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
Kids P.A.C.K: Positive*Active*Compassionate*Kind

March 3 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm 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 […]
Delta Co Foster/Adoptive/Kinship & Guardianship Support Group

March 3 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 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 […]
Parenting Class (Free and online, self-paced to fit your schedule)

March 4 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 […]
Acoustic Jam Sessions

March 5 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Acoustic Jam Sessions

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

Come down to play or listen, all are welcome!
March 6 @ 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
Happy Tails Story Time (Children ages 3-5)

March 7 @ 10:30 am - 11:15 am Happy Tails Story Time (Children ages 3-6)

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

March 10 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm 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 […]
Create Club!

March 10 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 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.
Escanaba Library Bookmobile in Bark River

March 11 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Escanaba Library Bookmobile in Bark River

Bark River Senior Center 4283 D Road, Bark River, MI
Little Explorers (Ages 0-5)

March 11 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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!
Muscle on Main Car Show Event

March 11 @ 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm 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 […]
Please Touch and Play!

March 12 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am 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 […]
March 13 @ 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 @ 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 @ 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 2026
April 3 @ 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 10 @ 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 17 @ 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 24 @ 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
May 2026
May 1 @ 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
May 8 @ 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
May 15 @ 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
May 22 @ 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
May 29 @ 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
June 2026
June 5 @ 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
June 12 @ 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
June 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 questions. 213 Walnut St. Manistique
June 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 questions. 213 Walnut St. Manistique
July 2026
July 3 @ 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
July 10 @ 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

Community Calendars

February 2026

Open Pool at the School

Family Coalition Meeting-Menominee County

Delta County Foster / Adoptive / Kinship / Guardian Support Group

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library (Under age 5)

Escanaba City Band

Fun With Art

Manistique Farmer and Artisan Market

Music in Manistique

Native American Heritage Family & Child Education (FACE)

Rapid River Area Playgroup

Storytime at Spies Public Library!

Read to Your Shelter Pet Program

Fiber Arts a la Carte (ages 16+)

Acoustic Jam Sessions

Gladstone Summer Concert Series

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

Breakfast at the VFW 4420

Please Touch and Play!

March 2026

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)

Acoustic Jam Sessions

Happy Tails Story Time (Children ages 3-5)

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

Please Touch and Play!

April 2026

May 2026

June 2026

July 2026