We’re making waves in Fowlerville — with a brand-new Book in the StoryWalk featuring the lively, rhyming book “Commotion in the Ocean” by Giles Andreae and David Wojtowycz! 🌊🐙 Now installed at Centennial Park, this StoryWalk is a wonderful way for families with young...
Community events/ Literacy/ Livingston County Early Literacy Collaborative
🎶 Books & Beats: A Day of Music, Literacy, and Community Connection 🎉
We’re still smiling from the joy that filled the air during our recent Books & Beats concert at 2|42 Community Center in Brighton! With more than 300 families joining us to sing, dance, and celebrate early literacy, it was a true reflection of Livingston...
What a beautiful morning for some fun at Oceola Township Park in Howell! Our first Great Start Livingston Summer Playdate of the season was a hit, and we’re so grateful to all the families who joined us. Together, we: Event Highlights Included: Scaredy Squirrel...
Events/ Family Coalition/ Parent Cafe
Let’s TACO-Bout Parenting: Free Summer Parent Café in Brighton
🌮 Let’s TACO-Bout Parenting Parent Café – July 9, 2025 🌮 📍 Hosted at SELCRA in Brighton, MI Parents and caregivers of young children (ages 0–8)—you’re invited to a deliciously fun and supportive evening focused on parenting, connection, and community. Join us for Let’s...
This summer, we’re celebrating the magical partners bringing stories to life in Downtown Howell through our Stories in Storefronts StoryWalk®—and today’s spotlight is on Carriage House, Stop #8 on the route! Located at 119 N. Michigan Ave, Carriage House is a locally loved gift...
Literacy/ Local Business/ Low Cost / Free Family Fun/ Outdoor Activities/ Reading/ StoryWalk
Dive Into a Reading Adventure with Tallulah The Mermaid: The Downtown Howell StoryWalk® is Now Open
Howell, MI – The Downtown Howell “Stories In Storefronts” StoryWalk® is officially open and ready for readers of all ages! Families and community members are invited to stroll through downtown Howell to explore 16 engaging StoryWalk stops featuring pages from “Tallulah The Mermaid and the Great...
MSU Extension/ Parent Education
Michigan State University Extension Child and Family Development June 2025 Offerings
MSU Extension has a wide range of free online classes for parents and caregivers of children of all ages and early childhood professionals. See below for June offerings! Please reach out to your local Extension office or find a Child and Family Development team...
Early Childhood Education/ Education/ Preschool
Pre-K for All Enrollment Now Open for 2025-26 School Year
The Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential (MiLEAP), local school leaders, and providers from across the state recently gathered to encourage families to enroll 4-year-olds in our no-cost, high-quality PreK for All program. We know that PreK for All gives kids the...
CPR/ First Aid
Saving Lives First Aid & CPR Upcoming Classes for Families and Providers – Summer 2025
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.): Location: Christian House of Prayer, 9949 McGregor Rd., Pinckney Cost: $75 per person. Cost includes:...
Community events/ Food/ Low Cost / Free Family Fun/ Resources/ Support
Salvation Army of Livingston County’s Summer Lunch Bunch 2025
Salvation Army of Livingston County’s Summer Lunch Bunch 2025 is back for the season! 📅 June 4 – August 7, 2025📍 Select locations weekly throughout Livingston County This summer, families across Livingston County are invited to enjoy free lunches, fresh produce, and take-home craft...
Advocacy/ Family Coalition/ Parent Coalition
Great Start Livingston at the Child Advocacy Summit 2025: Lifting Voices, Building Power
On May 22, the Great Start Livingston team traveled to Lansing to attend the Michele Corey Child Advocacy Summit 2025, hosted by Michigan’s Children. We joined early childhood champions, youth leaders, and statewide advocates committed to one shared goal: making Michigan the best place...
Community Partner/ Guest Post/ Parent & Family Resources/ Summer
Summer 2025 Art Classes in Livingston County
Guest post by Krista Smith Krista Smith has a background in youth program development, and is passionate about sharing her love of the arts with kids. She teaches a variety of art classes locally for both adults and youth. Krista and her husband stay...
Backpacks for Kids/ Community events/ Events/ Parent & Family Resources/ Parent Resources/ Resources/ School
Backpacks for Kids: Supporting a Strong Start to the School Year
The Livingston Educational Service Agency (LESA) is proud to host the 24th Annual Backpacks for Kids event to help local students start the school year prepared and confident. Each year, this countywide initiative supports families experiencing financial hardship by providing free backpacks filled with...
