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We're recruiting 100 volunteers to support our end-of-season #5K! Don’t worry – there’s still time to be a part of the event and help ensure it is a day girls, families, and community members will always remember. Sign up here and help us meet our goal! gotrmidmichigan.org/5k

Looking to get involved with the library? Now is a great chance because a job is currently available at our Owosso branch! Visit mysdl.org/node/340 for more info and a printable application. #mysdl

Meaningful May - Day 1: Do something kind for someone you really care about actionforhappiness.org/meaningful-may #MeaningfulMay

Active April - Day 29: Become an activist for a cause you really believe in actionforhappiness.org/active-april #ActiveApril

Is my child eligible for preschool? Children who will turn four on or before September 1st are eligible for preschool. If you have questions, please feel free to call our Great Start Resource Hub at 989-725-2581 or visit ShiawasseePreschool.org.

For this #5K Celebration, we are setting a goal of having 1600 people register for the exciting event. Will you join us? We believe every girl deserves to feel courageous and confident, and our program is designed to help every girl achieve just that. gotrmidmichigan.org/5k

A pediatrician in Flint is tackling poverty by launching RX Kids, which provides every new mother with $7,500 in cash aid over a year. This move is the first of its kind and aims to reduce the high rates of child poverty in the US. myumi.ch/M69E3 @UMichPoverty

Mark your calendars for a life-changing event that builds confidence in local girls! Join us at the Girls on the Run 5K Celebration presented by @AFGroupIns on May 19 as we celebrate strength, resilience, and the joy of accomplishment. gotrmidmichigan.org/5k

Every act of giving, no matter how small, has the power to change lives.

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Getting ready for kindergarten? Work on your child’s language, emotional, and social development with access to Michigan’s finest parks, museums, and activities through the Michigan Activity Pass (MAP). Visit your local library or miactivitypass.org to get your pass!

📢REGISTRATION OPENS TODAY! The magic of crossing the GOTR 5K finish line is transformative. “My daughter loved the Girls on the Run 5K... I believe the program made her feel more empowered and helped raise her self-esteem.” Register TODAY: gotrmidmichigan.org/programs

#GOTR coaches are former participants, teachers, parents, or community members. #Volunteer and watch girls grow in confidence and kindness, and amplify their inner strength. Commit to practice twice/week for 10 weeks-we’ll provide the rest! gotrmidmichigan.org/coach #GirlsOnTheRun

Earlier this week, SEDP hosted our Annual Meeting. Part of the program included a wonderful recap of some of our 2023 efforts available here -- youtube.com/watch?v=U9bOq2…

This #GivingEveryTuesday, let's turn our kitchens into hubs of generosity! 🍲 Prepare a delicious meal and share it with a neighbor who could use some extra help. A shared meal not only nourishes the body, but also fosters a sense of community and support.

Welcome to the greater Shiawassee region!

Looking for some some fun kids activities in Durand while the library is closed? Well, the library will be hosting a craft event at the Durand Union Station to provide you with all the entertainment your kids need. #mysdl

Join the Shiawassee County libraries in our One Book Shiawassee event by participating in the Durand library's Book Discussion Group. This month centers on the titular title and will offer an informal discussion of the book in a relaxed setting. #mysdl

Daddy, Thank you for lifting the power of love. Thank you for believing that we can defeat injustice without destroying each other. Thank you for your courage and compassionate action. I remember you today, on your 95th birthday. I remember you…always. #MLKDay #MLK95 #MLK

If you know a pre-schooler, help them get a great start!