Winter is the perfect time to connect, play, and build community, and Great Start Livingston is excited to announce its Winter 2026 Playdates, a series of free, family-friendly events designed for children ages 0–5 and the adults who care for them.
These engaging playdates provide a warm, welcoming environment where young children can explore, move, read, and learn through play while caregivers connect with trusted local resources and community partners.
Each playdate features:
• Interactive play opportunities that encourage social development and physical activity
• Access to community resources through Help Me Grow and partner organizations
• One free book and one snack per child (while supplies last)
• Free take-home STEAM kits for the first 50 families with children ages 3–5
All playdates are free and open to the public, and no advance registration is required.
Winter 2026 Playdate Schedule
Thursday, Jan. 15 , 10–11:30 a.m. , Oceola Community Center 1661 N. Latson Rd., Howell, MI 48843
Tuesday, Feb. 10 , 10–11:30 a.m. , Legacy Center Fieldhouse 9299 Goble Dr., Brighton, MI 48116
Friday, March 6 , 10–11:30 a.m. , 2|42 Community Center Field 7526 Grand River Ave., Brighton, MI 48114
Tuesday, April 14, 10–11 a.m. , Hartland Community Education Gym 9525 E. Highland Rd., Howell, MI 48843
Great Start Livingston is partnering with a wide range of local organizations throughout the winter, including Early On Michigan, Livingston County United Way, The Arc Livingston County, local libraries, health and human service agencies and more. Community partners will be onsite at each playdate to share helpful information and resources with families.
To learn more, visit GreatStartLivingston.org/playdates.
