Community Impact & Volunteerism/ Community Partner/ Family Engagement/ Literacy
Community Impact & Volunteerism/ Community Partner/ Family Engagement/ Literacy
At Great Start Livingston, we believe every child deserves the chance to fall in love with reading. So far this year, we’ve distributed more than 1,500 books to young children across Livingston County, and we’re just getting started! That’s 1,500+ moments of imagination sparked, bedtime stories shared, giggles heard,...
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Collaborative Updates/ Community events/ Community Partner/ Early Childhood Education/ Events/ Family Engagement/ HOPE/ Parent & Family Resources
Collaborative Updates/ Community events/ Community Partner/ Early Childhood Education/ Events/ Family Engagement/ HOPE/ Parent & Family Resources
The May 2025 Great Start Collaborative (GSC) meeting is your chance to come together with fellow Livingston County partners, parents, and providers to explore the HOPE Framework—Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences and build a stronger, more connected community for our youngest residents. 📅 Date: Wednesday, May 28🕘 Time: 9:00...
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Collaborative Updates/ Community events/ Community Partner/ Events/ Playdates
Collaborative Updates/ Community events/ Community Partner/ Events/ Playdates
Summer is almost here, and that means it’s time for sunshine, storytime, and sweet connections! ☀️ Great Start Livingston is excited to host another season of free community playdates for families with young children (ages 0–8) in Livingston County. These playdates provide a relaxed, welcoming space for families to...
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Community events/ Community Partner/ Family Coalition/ Family Engagement/ Literacy/ Low Cost / Free Family Fun/ Newsletters
Community events/ Community Partner/ Family Coalition/ Family Engagement/ Literacy/ Low Cost / Free Family Fun/ Newsletters
Make the Most of May with Great Start Livingston! Read our FULL MAY 2025 NEWSLETTER here: https://conta.cc/3EJa7GS Livingston County families, this month is bursting with opportunities to learn, play, and grow together—without spending a dime. Whether you’re looking for creative ways to connect with your child or just need...
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Community events/ Community Partner/ Disability/ Guest Post
Community events/ Community Partner/ Disability/ Guest Post
At Great Start Livingston, we’re proud to work alongside many organizations that help families thrive. One of those key partners is Arc Livingston. Arc’s mission centers on advocating for and empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and they consistently lead the way in creating welcoming, inclusive community spaces....
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Community Events & Engagement/ Community Partner/ Family Coalition/ Newsletters/ Support
Community Events & Engagement/ Community Partner/ Family Coalition/ Newsletters/ Support
👋 Welcome! Spring is in full bloom — and so is our April newsletter! This month, Great Start Livingston is focused on creating Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs) for our community’s littlest learners. Read on for highlights, free events, and parenting resources that support happy, healthy development for children ages...
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Community events/ Community Partner/ Events/ Family Coalition
Community events/ Community Partner/ Events/ Family Coalition
Looking for a simple way to support local families? Stop into Biggby Coffee at 1485 N. Michigan Avenue in Howell (in the plaza with Jonna’s Market) anytime between 6 a.m. and 8 p.m. on Friday, April 11 to help raise funds for the Great Start Livingston Family Coalition! 💵...
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Advocacy/ Child Abuse Prevention/ Community events/ Community Impact & Volunteerism/ Community Involvement/ Community Partner/ Events
Advocacy/ Child Abuse Prevention/ Community events/ Community Impact & Volunteerism/ Community Involvement/ Community Partner/ Events
On April 2, 2025, the Howell Carnegie District Library was filled with music, celebration, and a sea of blue pinwheels as the community gathered for the annual Plant a Pinwheel event. Hosted by LACASA Center’s Child Abuse Prevention (CAP) Council and Great Start Livingston, the event celebrates local heroes...
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Community events/ Community Events & Engagement/ Community Partner/ Early Childhood Education/ Events/ Family Coalition/ Newsletters/ Parent Coalition/ Support
Community events/ Community Events & Engagement/ Community Partner/ Early Childhood Education/ Events/ Family Coalition/ Newsletters/ Parent Coalition/ Support
👋 Welcome! At Great Start Livingston, we believe strong communities start with strong kids. In March, we explored how resilience is built, celebrated early literacy with a big family event, and continued connecting families to free local supports. Read on for highlights and tools to help your family grow!...
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Community Impact & Volunteerism/ Community Partner
Community Impact & Volunteerism/ Community Partner
This morning, we joined fellow community members at the Livingston County United Way’s Spirit of the Community & Volunteer Recognition Breakfast—a celebration of dedication, service, and collective impact. Held at Crystal Gardens Banquet Center, the event brought together local leaders, volunteers, and organizations committed to improving the lives of...
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Community events/ Community Impact & Volunteerism/ Events/ Family Coalition/ Livingston County Early Literacy Collaborative/ Low Cost / Free Family Fun
Community events/ Community Impact & Volunteerism/ Events/ Family Coalition/ Livingston County Early Literacy Collaborative/ Low Cost / Free Family Fun
What a day! Family Fun Day 2025 was a vibrant, joyful celebration of early literacy—and our hearts are still full from all the smiles, songs, and storybook moments we shared together. 🌟 Thank you to the 570+ families who joined us on March 15, 2025 at 2|42 Community Center...
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Community Partner/ Education/ Food/ Guest Post/ Health/ MSU Extension/ Parent Education/ Resources
Community Partner/ Education/ Food/ Guest Post/ Health/ MSU Extension/ Parent Education/ Resources
https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/msu-extension-launches-online-nutrition-program Amy Shovels, Michigan State University Extension – November 11, 2024 Updated from an original article written by Erin Powell. My Way to Wellness provides guidance for better nutrition, food safety, and active living through a free online program. My Way to Wellness is a free online nutrition education program created by Michigan...
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2024-2025 Social Emotional Supports and Services Resource Guide for Livingston County Families
Community Partner/ Social Emotional Health/ Support
Community Partner/ Social Emotional Health/ Support
The Great Start Livingston Social Emotional Well-Being Committee is pleased to share the 2024-2025 Social Emotional Supports and Services Resource Guide for Livingston County families with children ages prenatal to 8. This guide is intended to help families identify local workshops, classes, therapy and supports to strengthen and develop social-emotional...
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Child Care/ Community Partner/ Family Coalition/ MiLEAP/ Parent Coalition
Child Care/ Community Partner/ Family Coalition/ MiLEAP/ Parent Coalition
Do you know someone who is interested in opening their own small child careprogram or expanding their current child care program? We’d love to chat withthem about how Wonderschool can help them navigate the process andprovide grant technical assistance at absolutely no cost to them. Please scan the QR...
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