Community Events Calendar
Family Futures is excited to give parents a calendar of community resources that are fun, educational, or helpful for your family. The events listed here might be ones we host, attend, or promote in collaboration with our community partners.
🎁 Resource Giveaways
🧑🤝🧑 Community Events
📚 Educational Opportunities
⭐️ Family Futures Attending
*.Please note: We do our best to update this calendar quickly and accurately. If you have questions about a specific event, consult the hosting organization to ensure that all information is correct and up to date.
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6 events,Admission is free for the entire month of September at Blandford! Come join us on the trails, just in time to usher in the fall weather. ArtPrize invites educators, students and families to experience contemporary art in a direct, immersive, and engaging way through our education program. This year, educators, children and families will have the […] These free, open-house style events are great for any age and meant for smaller groups or individuals wishing to check out the Kent County Recycling and Education Center! So what […] Let Them Play This weekly drop-in time is designed for children of all ages along with their caregivers to explore the farm and deepen their connection to nature. The education […] Join KDL for songs, rhymes, stories and playtime while developing listening and language skills. Caregivers will have time to connect with each other while their babies learn and socialize. Designed […] |
9 events,Enjoy stories, music and rhymes while building early literacy and social skills. Designed for children ages 0-5 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome. Join us for songs, rhymes, stories and playtime while developing listening and language skills. Caregivers will have time to connect with each other while their babies learn and socialize. Designed for […] Enjoy stories, music and rhymes while building early literacy and social skills. Designed for children ages 1-3 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome. Hosted by KDL- Rockford branch— […] |
5 events,Description Stress and trauma can have a large impact on young children and their development. Examine how caregivers play a pivotal role in reducing both the direct and indirect effects […] Enjoy stories, music and rhymes while building early literacy and social skills. Designed for children ages 1-3 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome. Hosted by KDL- Rockford branch— […] Let Them Play This weekly drop-in time is designed for children of all ages along with their caregivers to explore the farm and deepen their connection to nature. The education […] |
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4 events,These free, open-house style events are great for any age and meant for smaller groups or individuals wishing to check out the Kent County Recycling and Education Center! So what […] Let Them Play This weekly drop-in time is designed for children of all ages along with their caregivers to explore the farm and deepen their connection to nature. The education […] Join KDL for songs, rhymes, stories and playtime while developing listening and language skills. Caregivers will have time to connect with each other while their babies learn and socialize. Designed […] |
7 events,Enjoy stories, music and rhymes while building early literacy and social skills. Designed for children ages 0-5 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome. Join us for songs, rhymes, stories and playtime while developing listening and language skills. Caregivers will have time to connect with each other while their babies learn and socialize. Designed for […] Enjoy stories, music and rhymes while building early literacy and social skills. Designed for children ages 1-3 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome. Hosted by KDL- Rockford branch— […] |
3 events,FREE – Sponsored by Wellspring Lutheran Services FREE Connect & Play Group, designed for Foster families & families interested in fostering! Happening on the 1st Wednesday of each month from […] Enjoy stories, music and rhymes while building early literacy and social skills. Designed for children ages 1-3 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome. Hosted by KDL- Rockford branch— […] Let Them Play This weekly drop-in time is designed for children of all ages along with their caregivers to explore the farm and deepen their connection to nature. The education […] |
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1 event,Trinity Health Medical Residents will be available to answer general, kid-specific healthcare questions. This is a free, drop-in event provided in partnership with Family Futures. No appointments are necessary, and […] |
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The Michigan State University College of Human Medicine Teddy Bear Health Fair is a free community event created to help children understand the importance of health and wellbeing and provide […]
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Logo design by Rebby Stewart Anishinaabek: The Original People of this Place is an exhibit collaboratively created with the Anishinaabe people of Michigan. Centered on the theme “We Are Still Here,” […] |
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4 events,These free, open-house style events are great for any age and meant for smaller groups or individuals wishing to check out the Kent County Recycling and Education Center! So what […] Let Them Play This weekly drop-in time is designed for children of all ages along with their caregivers to explore the farm and deepen their connection to nature. The education […] Join KDL for songs, rhymes, stories and playtime while developing listening and language skills. Caregivers will have time to connect with each other while their babies learn and socialize. Designed […] |
7 events,Enjoy stories, music and rhymes while building early literacy and social skills. Designed for children ages 0-5 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome. Join us for songs, rhymes, stories and playtime while developing listening and language skills. Caregivers will have time to connect with each other while their babies learn and socialize. Designed for […] Enjoy stories, music and rhymes while building early literacy and social skills. Designed for children ages 1-3 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome. Hosted by KDL- Rockford branch— […] |
4 events,Enjoy stories, music and rhymes while building early literacy and social skills. Designed for children ages 1-3 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome. Hosted by KDL- Rockford branch— […]
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Join us for a safe, reflective conversation with parents and caregivers just like you! Refreshments provided. Children are welcome but no formal childcare provided.
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It’s time to celebrate! Go to the ribbon cutting and grand opening of Unity Park on Wednesday, Oct. 14. This brand-new park includes features like: Inclusive play spaces designed for […] |
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Sign Up for Free: Kids between the ages of 2 and 12 are invited to participate. Register here for the Kids Marathon now through October 18, 2025. Begin Your Training: […] |
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Join Access of West Michigan and the City of Grand Rapids for an afternoon of good food, local businesses, family activities, and community connections! Sunday, October 18 | 2–4 PM […] |
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5 events,These free, open-house style events are great for any age and meant for smaller groups or individuals wishing to check out the Kent County Recycling and Education Center! So what […] Let Them Play This weekly drop-in time is designed for children of all ages along with their caregivers to explore the farm and deepen their connection to nature. The education […] Join KDL for songs, rhymes, stories and playtime while developing listening and language skills. Caregivers will have time to connect with each other while their babies learn and socialize. Designed […] |
7 events,Enjoy stories, music and rhymes while building early literacy and social skills. Designed for children ages 0-5 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome. Join us for songs, rhymes, stories and playtime while developing listening and language skills. Caregivers will have time to connect with each other while their babies learn and socialize. Designed for […] Enjoy stories, music and rhymes while building early literacy and social skills. Designed for children ages 1-3 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome. Hosted by KDL- Rockford branch— […] |
2 events,Food Pantry- open to the public Temple Emanuel 1715 E Fulton | Grand Rapids 49503 Questions?- Call (616) 459-5976 Remaining 2026 Dates: Sept. 18 (Can sign up for a Thanksgiving […] Enjoy stories, music and rhymes while building early literacy and social skills. Designed for children ages 1-3 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome. Hosted by KDL- Rockford branch— […] |
2 events,Enjoy stories, music and rhymes while building early literacy and social skills. Designed for children ages 0-5 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome.
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Fall Fest at D.A. Blodgett–St. John’s on October 22nd from 4:30PM- 6:30PM! This free community event is a chance to celebrate the season, connect with others, and make some great […] |
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4 events,These free, open-house style events are great for any age and meant for smaller groups or individuals wishing to check out the Kent County Recycling and Education Center! So what […] Let Them Play This weekly drop-in time is designed for children of all ages along with their caregivers to explore the farm and deepen their connection to nature. The education […] Join KDL for songs, rhymes, stories and playtime while developing listening and language skills. Caregivers will have time to connect with each other while their babies learn and socialize. Designed […] |
8 events,Caregivers, treat yourself! Join us for a special monthly morning of play & connection with other toddlers & their grownups while you sip complimentary drinks from our GRCM Coffee Bar. […] Enjoy stories, music and rhymes while building early literacy and social skills. Designed for children ages 0-5 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome. Join us for songs, rhymes, stories and playtime while developing listening and language skills. Caregivers will have time to connect with each other while their babies learn and socialize. Designed for […] |
2 events,Enjoy stories, music and rhymes while building early literacy and social skills. Designed for children ages 1-3 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome. Hosted by KDL- Rockford branch— […] Join Family Futures for our Trauma & Resilience Training: Lunch & Learn Series, designed to support caregivers with practical tools and knowledge to help children thrive. Led by Stacey Goodson […] |
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Thursday, October 29, 5-8pm Grand Rapids Children’s Museum Get your costumes ready for a frightfully fun night at GRCM! Trick-or-treat throughout the museum, decorate your own treat bag, enjoy themed […] |
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🏃🏽🏃🏽♀️Grand Rapids Kids Marathon
See descriptonSign Up for Free: Kids between the ages of 2 and 12 are invited to participate. Register here for the Kids Marathon now through October 18, 2025. Begin Your Training: […]
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🍂Fall Harvest Celebration
Joe Taylor Park 1001 Baxter St SE, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesJoin Access of West Michigan and the City of Grand Rapids for an afternoon of good food, local businesses, family activities, and community connections! Sunday, October 18 | 2–4 PM […]
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📚Recycling Center Open Hours
Kent County Public Works 1045 Wealthy Street SW, Grand Rapids, MIThese free, open-house style events are great for any age and meant for smaller groups or individuals wishing to check out the Kent County Recycling and Education Center! So what […]
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Babytime- EGR Library
KDL- East Grand Rapids Branch 746 Lakeside Dr SE, East Grand Rapids, MIJoin KDL for songs, rhymes, stories and playtime while developing listening and language skills. Caregivers will have time to connect with each other while their babies learn and socialize. Designed […]
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Let Them Play
Plainsong Farm 6677 12 Mile Rd NE, Rockford, MILet Them Play This weekly drop-in time is designed for children of all ages along with their caregivers to explore the farm and deepen their connection to nature. The education […]
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Babytime- EGR Library
KDL- East Grand Rapids Branch 746 Lakeside Dr SE, East Grand Rapids, MIJoin KDL for songs, rhymes, stories and playtime while developing listening and language skills. Caregivers will have time to connect with each other while their babies learn and socialize. Designed […]
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Friends Just Like Me
Grand Rapids Children's Museum 11 Sheldon Ave, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesJoin Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan (DSAWM) at the Grand Rapids Children’s Museum for Friends Just Like Me, a special after-hours celebration of World Down Syndrome Day! Wear your […]
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📗Storytime- KDL Ada Branch
Kent District Library- Ada Branch 7215 Headley Street SE, Ada, MIEnjoy stories, music and rhymes while building early literacy and social skills. Designed for children ages 0-5 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome.
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Toddler Time- Kentwood KDL
Parkside Early Childhood Center 56 Lewis St., Rockford, MIEnjoy stories, music and rhymes while building early literacy and social skills. Designed for children ages 1-3 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome. Hosted by KDL- Rockford branch--- […]
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Babytime at KDL-Cascade Township Library
KDL- Cascade Branch 2882 Jacksmith SE, Grand Rapids, MIJoin us for songs, rhymes, stories and playtime while developing listening and language skills. Caregivers will have time to connect with each other while their babies learn and socialize. Designed for […]
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📗Storytime- KDL Kentwood Branch
KDL- Kentwood/ Richard L. Root Branch 4950 Breton SE, Kentwood, MIEnjoy stories, music and rhymes while building early literacy and social skills. Designed for children ages 0-5 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome.