Blog / News & Information

18Aug

Day of Caring Brings Fresh Stories to StoryWalks Across Livingston County

Aug18, 2026 Community Partner/ Literacy/ StoryWalk

Day of Caring Brings Fresh Stories to StoryWalks Across Livingston County There is something special about seeing a community come together to create opportunities for young children and families. This August, Great Start Livingston was fortunate to once again participate in Livingston County United...

14Aug

First Aid

Saving Lives First Aid & CPR Upcoming Classes for Families and Providers – Fall 2026

Aug14, 2026 First Aid

Saving Lives First Aid & CPR offers many classes for HeartSaver Pediatric Total, which includes First Aid, CPR and AED in Pinckney. Upcoming Dates (9 a.m. – 1 p.m.): September 12, 2026 October 10, 2026 November 14, 2026 December 12, 2026 Register online at...

13Aug

Community Impact & Volunteerism

Help Shape the Future of Livingston County Parks

Aug13, 2026 Community Impact & Volunteerism

What would you like to see at Livingston County’s parks? Now is your chance to help shape the future of Fillmore and Lutz County Parks! Livingston County is updating its 2023–2027 Park and Open Space Plan, and community input is an important part of...

9Aug

Community Partner

Celebrating Community: Great Start Livingston and Family Liaison Breanne Green Honored at the 2026 Howell Melon Social

Aug9, 2026 Community Partner

Community is at the heart of the Howell Melon Festival. For generations, the festival has brought neighbors, families, businesses, and community organizations together to celebrate Howell and the people who help make it a wonderful place to live, work, play, and raise a family....

30Jul

MSU Extension/ Parent Education

Free August Parenting Classes & Resources | MSU Extension

Jul30, 2026 MSU Extension/ Parent Education

We are proud to share these fantastic upcoming programs on behalf of the MSU Extension Child and Family Development team! Whether you are trying to handle toddler tantrums, looking for ways to co-parent more effectively, or working as an early childhood professional needing MiRegistry...

28Jul

Education/ Food/ School

Free School Meals Are Back for Every Michigan Student—Here’s Why You Should Still Complete the Education Benefits Form

Jul28, 2026 Education/ Food/ School

As another school year begins, Michigan families can once again count on free breakfast and lunch for every student through the Michigan School Meals program. For many parents, that means one less expense to worry about. But there is one important task families should...

27Jul

Community Partner/ Postpartum/ Pregnancy/ Transportation

Help Improve Transportation for Pregnant Families in Livingston County

Jul27, 2026 Community Partner/ Postpartum/ Pregnancy/ Transportation

Share Your Experience to Help Shape Better Access to Perinatal Care Transportation should never be a barrier to receiving prenatal care, postpartum support, or healthcare for a new baby. Yet for many families, getting to appointments can be one of the biggest challenges during...

9Jul

Diapers

UnitedHealthcare Emergency Diaper Bank

Jul9, 2026 Diapers

Need diapers? If your family has UnitedHealthcare Community Plan coverage in Michigan, you may qualify for free diapers through the Emergency Diaper Bank. To be eligible: 👶 Your child must be under 2 years old and enrolled in the UnitedHealthcare Community Plan, or 🤰...

19Jun

Food

MDHHS Kicks Off Summer EBT Program to Fight Hunger Gap Many Children Face During Summer Break

Jun19, 2026 Food

An estimated 1 million Michigan children will receive $120 in food assistance benefits this summer LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and the Michigan Department of Education (MDE) announce the continuation of the Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT)...

15Jun

MSU Extension/ Parent Education

Free July Parenting Classes & Resources | MSU Extension

Jun15, 2026 MSU Extension/ Parent Education

We are proud to share these fantastic upcoming programs on behalf of the MSU Extension Child and Family Development team! Summer is fully underway, but parenting challenges and professional development needs don’t take a vacation! Whether you are trying to handle toddler tantrums, looking...

12Jun

Backpacks for Kids

Community Leadership in Action: Supporting Livingston County Families Through Golf and Giving

Jun12, 2026 Backpacks for Kids

10Jun

Disability/ Safety

LivCo Connected Safety Event for Livingston County Families

Jun10, 2026 Disability/ Safety

LivCo Connected Safety Event Safety. Connection. Peace of Mind. Great Start Livingston and Help Me Grow Livingston are sharing this community event as a resource for Livingston County families. LivCo Connected is a community-driven public safety initiative designed to strengthen communication, trust, and outcomes...

5Jun

Health/ MDHHS/ Safety

How to Get a Free Lead-Reducing Water Filter in Michigan

Jun5, 2026 Health/ MDHHS/ Safety

Lead exposure can have a lasting impact on our health, but the good news is that it is completely preventable. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is taking a major step forward with its statewide Get Ahead of Lead (GAoL) strategy—a...

4Jun

Parent Cafe

Finding Your Village: Join Us for a Summer Strong Roots Parent Café

Jun4, 2026 Parent Cafe

Help Me Grow Livingston Great Start Livingston 🌱 Summer Parent Café: Growing Strong Roots Together Hosted at Livingston Educational Service Agency (LESA) Are you expecting a baby or parenting a little one ages 0–12 months? This evening is for you! Join us for...

3Jun

Community Partner/ Stories in Storefronts/ StoryWalk

Community Spotlight: Bredernitz, Wagner & Co., P.C. | Stories in Storefronts 2026

Jun3, 2026 Community Partner/ Stories in Storefronts/ StoryWalk

Click the map above to download a printable PDF. 📍 Download Printable StoryWalk Map Community Spotlight: Bredernitz, Wagner & Co., P.C. | Stories in Storefronts 2026 One of the best parts of Stories in Storefronts is seeing local businesses come together to support literacy,...

2Jun

First Aid

Saving Lives First Aid & CPR Upcoming Classes for Families and Providers – Summer 2026

Jun2, 2026 First Aid

Saving Lives First Aid & CPR offers many classes for HeartSaver Pediatric Total, which includes First Aid, CPR and AED in Pinckney. Upcoming Dates (9 a.m. – 1 p.m.): June 13, 2026 July 11, 2026 August 15, 2026 September 12, 2026 Register online at...