Branch County Great Start Parent Group

05/21/2026

02/06/2026

To fill out a form and be connected to a Care Coordinator please click on the following link: https://miearlychildhood.org/index.php?county=12&p=4

10/29/2025

Ways to Respect Children's Uncertainty During Halloween

Let’s make Halloween fun, not frightening! 🫣🎃
Check out these simple ways to respect kids' feelings and create a safe, happy holiday for everyone.

10/29/2025

Do you like creepy things? Are you a fan of Halloween crafts? Come to the Coldwater Branch on Wed, Oct 29 @ 4:00P for a creepy and creative Teen/Tween program- Zombie Barbies! This is a registration only program, so make sure you register by 10A on Wed Oct 29th to enjoy this spooky program!

10/29/2025

The library has left the building! Here's where you can find the Bookmobile this week!
Please check out BranchDistrictLibrary.org/bookmobile for more information about services and to request that the Bookmobile consider adding your area or event to its schedule.
Coldwater Lake Association

10/29/2025

Have you ever noticed yourself saying something to your children that your parent said to you? Or have you ever wondered how to guide and support your children effectively, while still preparing them for independence? In this workshop we will explore and reflect on our parenting styles, how they have developed, the benefits and drawbacks of each kind of parenting style, and how to find a balance that best supports a strong family for you. Tuesday, October 28 from 8-9:3:0pm ET. Certificates and MIRegistry credit are available. Registration is required: https://bit.ly/fall2025extras
Please contact Courtney Aldrich, [email protected], with questions.

10/24/2025

Cutest Spookley the Square Pumpkin Snack Craft🧡🎃📚

https://www.glitteronadime.com/spookley-the-square-pumpkin-snack-craft/

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10/24/2025

👶✨ Your baby is always talking… even without words!
Learning to read your baby’s little signals can make parenting so much smoother 💕

Here’s what those tiny cues really mean ⬇️

🍼 Feeding cues: Sucking hands, rooting, lip smacking — time for milk before the tears!
😴 Sleepy signs: Yawning, rubbing eyes, losing focus — nap time is calling.
🙈 Overstimulated: Turning away, crying suddenly, stiff hands — baby needs calm, quiet cuddles.
💖 Connection: Smiling, cooing, reaching for you — that’s baby saying “I love you, Mom/Dad!”

Every gesture is a message — tune in and build that unbreakable bond 🤱💫