2018 Easter Egg Hunt Events

Montcalm County 2018 Easter Egg Hunts and Events

March 24^th

Calvary Lutheran Church –  Carson City @ 10 AM

Central Michigan Sportsman Club Relay for Life Fundraiser –  Food, Games, Arts & Crafts – Starts at 11 AM – 1 PM – 4391 E Stanton Rd, Stanton

Ensley Park –  Register for bike prizes – Howard City @ 1 PM 

Blanchard Lanes – @ 10 AM (Check with them to make sure.)

March 31^st

Pine Township Park – Langston @ 11 AM

Crystal Township Park – @ 10 AM

Pearl Street Park – Greenville – Host: Shiloh Community Church @ 10 AM

Grove Park – Carson City @ 1 PM

Curtis Park – Edmore @ 10 AM

Robert Davis Memorial Park – McBride @ 10 AM

Mill Pond – Blanchard @ 1 PM

Petersen Park – Trufant @ 1 PM

March 31^st

Alpha Family Center – Greenville – Activities, Easter Bunny, Snacks @ 1 PM 

Lakeview Elementary Soccer Fields – Host: Lakeview Community Church – register for bike prizes @ 11 AM 

Anderson & Girls Orchard – @ 10:30 AM – Get there early! Photos with Easter Bunny: 9 Am – 11:30 AM

(Ladies of) Roughroads MC – Public Welcome! Egg Hunt, Games, Coloring Contest, Snacks – Starts at 12 PM – 3 PM –  

7257 Cutler Rd. Lakeview

Pine Grove Church – Stanton Easter “Egg”-Stravaganza –  Games, Snacks, Crafts, Giveaways, Egg Launcher, Free Family Photos – 

Starts at 11 AM – 1 PM

Central Montcalm MS Practice Fields – Host: Central Montcalm Community Church – register for bike prizes – @ 12 PM 

Greenville Bible Methodist – Prizes, Candy and Fun – @ 11 AM – 929 Greenbrier St.

Bible Wesleyan Church – Sheridan @ 11 AM – 8055 Castle Rd. (off M-57)

Click to view flyer to be able to print and share! Montcalm County 2018 Easter Egg Hunts and Events

Kindergarten and Preschool 2018-2019 School Year Registration Dates

Note: While we try to get information on all programs there may be some that we have missed, please contact your local school for more details.

Carson City Crystal

April 17th from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm at Carson City Elementary. We ask that you call the office to set up an appointment. Please bring certified birth certificate, shot/immunization record, personal ID for address verification, your child. During round up: vision screening, hearing screening, readiness assessment (by Kindergarten teacher), enrollment paperwork, bus orientation, and speech. For more information or if you have any questions, please contact the school office at (989) 584‐3130.

Central Montcalm

April 16th from 7:30 – 3:00 at Central Montcalm Elementary in Sheridan. We ask that you call the office to set up an appointment. For more information or if you have any questions, please contact the school office at (989) 831‐2500.

Greenville

April 19th from 4:30 – 8:00. Students will be registered at their home school based on your home address. We ask that you call the office to set up an appointment. For more information or if you have any questions, please call: Walnut Hills (616)754‐3688, Cedar Crest (616)754‐3641, Baldwin Heights (616)754‐3643, or Lincoln Heights (616)754‐9167.

Lakeview

April 18th at 2:00, 3:00, 5:00 and 6:00 at Lakeview Elementary. We ask that you call the office to set up an appointment. For more information or if you have any questions, please contact the school office at (989) 352‐8021.

Montabella

April 26th from 3:00 – 7:00 pm. We ask that you call the office to set up an appointment. For more information or if you have any questions, please contact the school office at (989) 427‐5414.

Tri County

April 17th Parent Meeting from 6:00 – 7:30 pm. For more details about the Kindergarten Parent Meeting please call the office at (231) 937‐4380.

Vestaburg

April 23rd at 5:00 & 6:00. Kindergarten Round up. We ask that you call the office to set up an appointment. For more information or if you have any questions, please contact the school office at (989) 268‐5284.

Preschool Registration

To register your child for a free or low cost public preschool opportunity in Montcalm County please fill out the 2018‐2019 Collaborative Preschool Application. Applications are available at local elementary schools, preschools, at  www.GreatStartMontcalm.org, www.eightCAP.org, or by calling (616) 225‐6146.

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month

When making important decisions about your children’s health and well-being, don’t forget about their teeth and gums. Compared to kids with poor oral health, children who establish good oral hygiene habits at a young age are more likely to continue excellent brushing and flossing as adults, experience far fewer dental problems throughout life, maintain a positive self-image, and perform better in school. As a parent, you play a vital role in helping kids establish proper dental care — and smiles — that last a lifetime.

Early dental care prevents dental diseases.

Developing good oral hygiene is also the first line of defense against many common dental issues, such as plaque, gum disease and cavities. Studies show that dental decay is the most common chronic childhood disease in the U.S., and left untreated, may lead to pain and infection that cause problems with speaking, eating and overall health.

Teach children the importance of good oral hygiene.

The good news is that cavities are almost completely preventable with regular visits to the dentist and consistent dental care at home. Parents can help their children maintain healthy teeth and gums by encouraging the following habits:

• Begin good oral health habits as soon as your baby’s teeth are visible. Start by using a washcloth to gently clean your children’s teeth and gums.
• Teach your children to brush all surfaces of their teeth for two minutes, twice a day with fluoride toothpaste. Assist your children until they are able to brush by themselves.
• Floss between your children’s teeth and along the gum line to remove trapped food and plaque that lead to gingivitis and decay.
• Make oral hygiene fun by letting your children choose their kid-friendly toothbrush and toothpaste in their favorite color, character, or flavor.
• Sing a song or play a video while brushing to make time pass quickly and to ensure your children are brushing for the full two minutes.
• Encourage your children to brush their teeth immediately after drinking juice or eating candy to prevent decay.
• Avoid giving children too many sugary foods and drinks, especially between meals, which promote decay and cause enamel damage.
• Increase water intake throughout the day to help neutralize the acids that cause cavities.

Establish a healthy relationship with your child’s dentist.

Finally, one of the most important ways to maintain a healthy smile for your children is to schedule regular checkups with their dentist. Choose a dentist who understands the unique development of children’s smiles and specializes in dentistry for kids — from infancy through adolescence. Following a thorough cleaning and evaluation, your child’s dentist can discuss cleaning techniques for keeping your kid’s teeth cavity-free, as well as answer any questions concerning your child’s oral health.

For additional information on A Healthy Mouth for Your Baby visit the following website:

https://www.nidcr.nih.gov/OralHealth/Topics/ToothDecay/AHealthyMouthforYourBaby.htm

Snowy Days Stories Event

Join us for a morning of fun at the Greenville Flat River Community Library.

January 8, 2018 from 10:00 am – 11:00 am

2017 Summer Food Programs

Free meals in Montcalm County for kids 18 and younger! Check out this listing for places near you.

2017 Summer Food Programs

Montcalm County Parks

Want to visit a new park with the family this summer?  Take a look at the list we compiled for Montcalm County!

Montcalm County Parks

Don’t Worry, but Don’t Wait!

Many new moms and dads often feel the “baby blues” after giving birth – sadness, irritability and a lack of energy and interest for daily activities.  When these feelings last more than 2-3 weeks, it might be time to talk to someone. You are not alone.  There are resources available to help you feel better.

Montcalm County Resources with Mother Poster

Montcalm County Resources with Father Poster

Physical Fitness Opportunities 2017

Want to try something new with the family to get moving this year?  Take a look at the list we compiled for Montcalm County!

Physical Fitness Opportunities 2017

Dental Visits for Children

Have you taken your child to the dentist?

The American Dental Association and American Academy of Pediatrics both recommend that your infant begin visiting the dentist by age 1. Seeing a dentist early is all about prevention. Today’s dental teams can cultivate and protect your child’s smile by identifying risk factors and behaviors that could spell trouble in the future. Most parents are shocked to discover that too much fruit juice and inadequate oral hygiene can result in significant decay by 2 to 3.

Start building the best foundation for your child’s oral health and overall health by taking your child to the dentist six months after the first tooth comes in, or by your child’s first birthday. Establishing a ‘Dental Home’ by 1 may eliminate the need for dental fillings by 2.

For a listing of local dentists that accept Healthy Kids Dental please see this list!

Montcalm County Healthy Kids Dental Providers 2017