Archive for Free Services and Resources
Local Food Pantry Schedule
If you are in need of food or if you know of someone in Charlevoix, Emmet or northern Antrim counties there are several food pantries that may be of some help. For the complete list of food pantries, times and contact information click here.
New Research into Sudden Infant Death
Free Webinar: New Research into Sudden Infant Death: Unraveling the Mystery of SIDS May 20, 2010 3:00pm to 4:30pm EDT There is no charge but participants must register to participate in the live webinar. Please click here to register. Co-Sponsored by the Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs (AMCHP) and the Association of SIDS [...]
Celebrate Earth Day: Get Outside!
April 22, 2010 marks the 40th Celebration of Earth Day and our Great Start Collaborative believes combating obesity and getting children outdoors to appreciate fresh air, healthy living and activity and our wonderful environment is important. The No Child Left Inside® coalition and the Earth Day Network have teamed up and are working hard to [...]
Parenting Infants and Toddlers Today Webinar
Please join ZERO TO THREE for an engaging webinar to release the findings of our latest parent survey, Parenting Infants and Toddlers Today. Made possible through generous funding from MetLife Foundation, the nationwide survey of more than 1,600 parents of children from birth to 3 years old provides critical new insight on key issues and influences related [...]
Early On Directory of Services
Early On Directory of Services for Families in Charlevoix & Emmet Counties Download a FREE PDF version by clicking HERE. Educational Services/Preschool Charlevoix-Emmet ISD 547-9947 * Early On *Hearing, Speech & Developmental Screenings *Special Education *Even Start *Great Parents/Great Start * Be-Four Programs *Education for School Age Parents Early Head Start (prenatal-3 years) 1-800-443-5518 [...]
Michigan Fatherhood Conference
The Great Start Collaborative and Parent Coalition of Charlevoix, Emmet and northern Antrim counties value the importance of fatherhood. We have updated our resource page to include a special section just for links on fatherhood and we are proud to support the Michigan Fatherhood Coalition. They will be hosting a conference in Howell, Michigan February [...]
Northern Shores Loan Fund, Inc. – Fundraiser
Event to Benefit Local Businesses February 20, 2010, 4pm-8pm Have fun while benefiting your local community Fun Filled Event for All Ages! LTBB Government Center Common Area Silent/Live Auction featuring Native American inspired food and entertainment. Activities Free snow shoeing and tracking expeditions Free Kids Activities: Medicine Bags, Color Wheels, Jewelry Making Stroll the numerous [...]
Second Saturday Science at Raven Hill Discovery Center
Second Saturday Science Where: Raven Hill Discovery Center Time: Noon to 4pm, 2nd Saturday of each month in 2010 Cost: Free It’s a family affair and is suitable for all ages. Try a different science challenge each month. Explore the museum, animals, and outdoor exhibits. Schedule of Events January 9 – Towering Towers February 13 [...]
Need Help with Energy Bills
DTE Energy is offering several programs to assit their customers with paying their energy bills. If you need assistance don’t wait until you are subject to shutoff! DTE Energy will work with you to set up a payment plan or advise you of assistance agencies in your area. DTE Energy offers programs for all customers, including [...]
Preparing for the Flu: A Communication Toolkit for Child Care and Early Childhood
The Centers for Disease Control have added a toolkit for Child Care and Early Childhood providers to provide information and communication resources to help center-based and home-based child care programs, Head Start programs, and other early childhood programs implement recommendations from CDC’s Guidance on Helping Child Care and Early Childhood Programs Respond to Influenza during [...]
