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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Bundle Up! Climate change is increasing the frequency of extreme weather events. Extreme cold, heavy rain, snow and ice, and heat waves can impact health. Of course, you are doing everything you can to keep your loved ones warm, so keep safety in mind too. Improper use of generators...
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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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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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Michigan State University Extension Child and Family Development December 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 our December offerings! Please reach out to your local Extension office or find a Child and Family Development team member near you! Follow our Facebook page for more information and resources...
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There has been great response to the permanent reading trails that have been placed in communities around Livingston County. Currently, there are permanent reading trails in Hartland Settlers Park, Fowlerville Rotary Mile and Genoa Township Hall Walking Trail. Visitors have the opportunity to learn and enjoy reading outdoors in...
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The Great Start Livingston Social Emotional Well-Being Committee is pleased to share the 2023-2024 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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A recent report released by the Michigan Chamber of Commerce revealed a startling number — $2.88 billion. That’s how much insufficient child care is costing our state in lost economic activity. Two years ago, Michigan’s Tri-Share pilot program set out to address the multilayered child care challenges facing working...
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Attention Businesses, Agencies, Organizations, and Non-Profits Do you cater to the needs of young children (Birth to age 8) with or without disabilities? Consider being a sponsor, vendor, or exhibitor at the 2023 Michigan Division for Early Childhood Conference. Theme: “All Means ALL“ Friday, May 5, 2023, 8:30 a.m....
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Plant a Pinwheel Celebration Wednesday, April 5, 2023Noon Howell Carnegie District Library314 W. Grand River Ave.Held inside on the library’s main floor Featuring Speaker: Michelle Walters – State of Michigan ACEs Project Coordinator Singing Performances: Children of Voyager Elementary School Award Presentation: Champion for Children Award recipient announced Pinwheel Planting: Along the garden beds...
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