Great Start Livingston

Great Start Livingston This site was developed by a grant provided by the Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential.

Great Start/Help Me Grow Livingston is a partnership of local community agencies, businesses, educators, and families working to improve Early Childhood outcomes for ages 0-5 in Livingston County. Our mission is to ensure a coordinated system of community resources and supports to assist all Livingston County families in providing a great start for children from prenatal through 8 years old.

The Howell Downtown Stories in Storefronts StoryWalk is officially open! 🎉📚Take a stroll through downtown Howell and fol...
06/01/2026

The Howell Downtown Stories in Storefronts StoryWalk is officially open! 🎉📚

Take a stroll through downtown Howell and follow the story of Acoustic Rooster and his barnyard band of musical friends.

The story unfolds across the windows of 11 downtown businesses, beginning at the Howell Carnegie Library. Pick up a map in Youth Services, follow the story from stop to stop, and enjoy interactive activities along the way. It’s a fun and free way to explore downtown, encourage reading, and make some summer memories with your little ones.

Happy reading and happy exploring! 🐓🎶☀️📖

When young children visit parks, libraries and community events, they develop important social-emotional, language, and ...
06/01/2026

When young children visit parks, libraries and community events, they develop important social-emotional, language, and problem-solving skills. Meeting new people and exploring different environments helps build confidence, curiosity, adaptability, and a sense of belonging in our community 😎

Check out this week’s free and low-cost family activities around Livingston County to give your child some new experiences and find more fun here: https://bit.ly/GSLeventscalendar

We'd love to see you this morning for our Stories in Storefronts kick-off in downtown Howell! 📚👣

We are thrilled to partner with Livingston Hunger Council to help spread hunger awareness and action in our community th...
05/30/2026

We are thrilled to partner with Livingston Hunger Council to help spread hunger awareness and action in our community through the power of stories! 📚❤️

Visit Genoa Charter Township Park to read "Kevin and the Food Drive." This story for young children highlights food insecurity in an age-appropriate way while encouraging generosity and community action.

Interested in making an impact, too? Organizations can sponsor a StoryWalk story designed for children ages 0–5. It's a meaningful way to support early literacy 💛 Send us a message—we'd love to connect!

Is your child starting kindergarten this fall?Get ready for a summer full of fun and learning with our 2026 Kindergarten...
05/28/2026

Is your child starting kindergarten this fall?

Get ready for a summer full of fun and learning with our 2026 Kindergarten Summer Activity Calendar! It’s packed with creative ideas and local events designed to help you and your child get school-ready—while making memories together.
Use the calendar as a guide, or let it inspire your own adventures. Either way, it’s a great way to build skills and confidence before the big first day!

📅 Download and print your copy here: https://greatstartlivingston.org/transition-to-kindergarten/summer-activity-calendar/

📚 New StoryWalk Location Alert! 🌳We’re excited to share that a new StoryWalk is now open at Trinity Health Livingston in...
05/28/2026

📚 New StoryWalk Location Alert! 🌳

We’re excited to share that a new StoryWalk is now open at Trinity Health Livingston in Brighton featuring Baa Baa Tap Sheep! 🐑

Park near the Cancer Center on the right side of the building and follow the trail to discover this fun and interactive story experience.

We hope this StoryWalk brings moments of joy, movement, and connection to community members, patients, and families alike. 💙

🏨 7555 Grand River Ave., Brighton, MI 48114

Find more StoryWalk locations here: https://greatstartlivingston.org/storywalk/

Thank you to Courtney Gupta from Help Me Grow Michigan for joining our Great Start Collaborative meeting with community ...
05/27/2026

Thank you to Courtney Gupta from Help Me Grow Michigan for joining our Great Start Collaborative meeting with community partners today. 🤝

Help Me Grow Livingston County is here to support families with children ages 0–5 by connecting them to resources, answering questions about development, and offering free developmental screenings. 🧠✅

One simple way to learn more about your child’s development is by completing an Ages & Stages Questionnaire — check it out here: https://bit.ly/ASQLivingston or call/text 844-464-0005 anytime 💙

Happy Memorial Day 🇺🇸 Honor those who have fallen at a local parade today in Brighton, Hamburg Township, Hartland, Howel...
05/25/2026

Happy Memorial Day 🇺🇸 Honor those who have fallen at a local parade today in Brighton, Hamburg Township, Hartland, Howell or Pinckney.

Then, enjoy the rest of the week keeping your busy! Get more ides by scrolling to our community calendar, which focuses on activities for young children: https://bit.ly/GSLeventscalendar

Join us next Monday, June 1 from 9:30–11 a.m. on the Howell Carnegie Library lawn as we celebrate the opening of our thi...
05/24/2026

Join us next Monday, June 1 from 9:30–11 a.m. on the Howell Carnegie Library lawn as we celebrate the opening of our third annual Stories in Storefronts Kick-off in Downtown Howell 📚

Families can enjoy maps, activities, and FREE books while supplies last as we kick off this year’s StoryWalk® featuring "Acoustic Rooster and Friends" by Kwame Alexander. Plus, don’t miss the Howell Carnegie Library’s summer reading launch happening at the same time 😎

We hope to see you there! ☀ Howell Downtown The City of Howell, Michigan - Government Explore Brighton Howell Area, MI

Summer planning season is here, and we’re excited to invite families to our Help Me Grow Summer Park Playdates!Join us a...
05/22/2026

Summer planning season is here, and we’re excited to invite families to our Help Me Grow Summer Park Playdates!

Join us at 4 different parks across Livingston County for FREE fun, connection, and learning with your little ones. These playdates are a great chance to get outside, meet other families, and support healthy early childhood development through play and exploration.

At each playdate, families can enjoy:
📚 FREE books
🍎 FREE snacks
💡 Developmental information and family resources
✨ Fun sensory activities
🤰 A FREE gift for expecting parents (while supplies last!)

Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, caregiver, or expecting a new little one, we’d love to see you there. These events are geared toward ages 0-5, but siblings are welcome too!

Start filling your summer calendar and come play with us! 🌳💜

Learn more and register: GreatStartLivingston.org/playdates

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1425 W Grand River Avenue
Howell, MI
48843

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+18105882218

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