Community Calendar

October 01, 2015

Za Best of Za Best

From 5:00PM to 7:00PM

Introducing the 2nd Annual Pizza Tasting Competition... Za Best of Za Best Do you have the best pizza in Big Rapids? Find out Thursday, October 1st, 2015 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm. IRC at Ferris State University. Attendees will have the opportunity to try pizza from all over Big Rapids and vote on their favorite pizza. The pizza restaurant with the most votes will earn the title "Za Best of Za Best in Big Rapids". The winning restaurant will receive a plaque and client work from Ferris State PRSSA. They will also become PRSSA's honorary pizza restaurant for the year. 85% of the proceeds will go towards Ferris State PRSSA's trip to Atlanta, Georgia in the fall for the PRSSA National Conference. The remaining 15% of the proceeds raised at this event will be donated to a local charity. If you have any questions or would like to confirm your spot, please contact Scout Sparks, Vice President of Social Affairs 517.376.8376 sparkss3@ferris.edu

Literacy Link

Do you know anyone who struggles with reading or who might benefit from working with a certified tutor? The Literacy Link of Morton Township Library provides individual tutoring in literacy. Please ask your librarian for more information. Morton Township Library 110 South James Street Mecosta, Mi 49332 231-972-8375 Morton Township Library

Heat and Utility Assistance

If you need help, if you are worried about paying for your heat, if your heat is going to be shut off: Mid-Michigan Community Action can help. They have programs available to make sure you do not have to be cold in your home. MMCAA can help with the following:

Deliverable Heating Fuel
Heating emergencies
Utility shut-offs
Other household emergencies

Call the Mecosta County Outreach office @ 231-660-0271 if you want to find out more about heat & utility assistance. Due to high demand for assistance, eligibility requirements and availability apply. Mid Michigan Community Action Website

Early Head Start

Early Head Start is a free program by Mid-Michigan Community Action offered to pregnant women, infants, toddlers ages 0-3, and their families. It is available in Clare, Gladwin, Mecosta, Midland,and Osceola Counties.

Program Features Include:

One-on-One Weekly Home Visits
Parent and Child Socialization Activities
Support for Pregnant Women
Breast Pump Loan Program
Breastfeeding Support Group & Counseling
Parent-Infant Massage Instruction
Happiest Baby on the Block ™ Educator
Parent Education & Involvement
Access to Community Services and Resources

Children with disabilities welcome. Transportation may be available in your area.

Call toll free 1-877-386-4406 for more information.

Great Start Home Visits

A Home Visiter is available in Mecosta and Osceola counties to families with infant, toddler, and preschool age children.

This free program includes personal home visits with activities for parent and child together, developmental screenings, as well as parenting education and support to guide early learning. From newborn babies until the beginning of kindergarten, MOISD Great Start Home Visits can help you get the right start for your child.

Parents and Care Givers are also welcome to attend free Community Play Groups at the

Eastwood Early Childhood Center

410 North Third Avenue in Big Rapids.

They are held from 9:30am to 11:00am on Monday and Friday dates that follow the MOISD calendar.

To sign up for visits or more infomation, please call 231-592-9605.

MOISD Website