Play-To-Learn Playgroups

Registering for Playgroups

Call 989-725-2581 for more information on how to register for Play-to-Learn Playgroups!  

2025-2026 Sessions

For children birth to age 5. Choose the session that works best for you. Playgroups are free but registration is required. 

  • Play to Learn Winter Playgroups - Week of January 12, 2026 through March 2, 2026 Registration opens December 8, 2025.
  • Introduction to Playgroup - Week of March 16, 2026 through April 27, 2026  Registration opens February 17, 2026.

Days and Times

  • Tuesdays 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM - Owosso
  • Wednesdays 9:00 AM - 10:15 AM - Owosso
  • Wednesdays 10:30 AM - 11:45 AM - Owosso
  • Thursdays 9:00 AM - 10:15 AM - Owosso

Location

All playgroups are held at the Early Childhood Learning Center, 114 W. North Street, Owosso, Michigan 48867 unless otherwise noted.

Register

Register by calling 989-725-2581.


What is the benefits of these FREE Playgroups?

Playgroups are an ideal place for children age birth to five to learn and develop through play and for parents and caregivers to build friendships, exchange parenting information, and learn to work together.

What can playgroups offer your child?

  • Social Skills
  • Independence
  • Self confidence
  • Simple rules and routines
  • Local friends
  • Exploration
  • Creative play and problem solving
  • A chance to play and learn in small groups before entering school

What can playgroups offer parents and caregivers?

  • A chance to share experiences and ideas with other parents and caregivers
  • Provides a time to talk to other adults
  • Creates a support network
  • An opportunity to play and learn with your child
  • Enables you to become part of your local community
  • Learn information about your child's development
  • Parenting resources and information

Additional Community Opportunities

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Join Us!

  • 24 February
    • Cup of Calm: Finding Your Village - Great Start Shiawassee Family Coalition
      Date: Tue Feb 24
      Time: 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
      Location: Early Childhood Learning Center, 114 W North St, Owosso, MI 48867, USA
      Calendar: Great Start Shiawassee
      Join us for parent conversations on self-care and finding new friends on Tuesday, February 24th.

      Dinner is served at 5:30, discussion starts at 6 pm. Supervised care is available.

      Register directly at https://bit.ly/ShiawasseeFamily

      Great Start Family Coalition - helping parents have a voice in key early childhood decisions, while building lasting friendships, and ensuring every child has a great start!
  • 4 March
    • Play to Learn Playgroup - Great Start Shiawassee
      Date: Wed Mar 4
      Time: 9:45 AM to 11:00 AM
      Location: Louise Peacock Elementary School, 485 E McArthur St, Corunna, MI 48817, USA
      Calendar: Great Start Shiawassee
      Full

      Registration Opens Wednesday, February 11
      For families and children ages 0-5
      To register 989-743-8848
  • 7 March
    • Infant, Child, & Adult CPR/AED/First Aid Training - SRESD
      Date: Sat Mar 7
      Time: 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
      Location: Shiawassee RESD College and Career Readiness Center, 201 E Washington Ave, Vernon, MI 48476, USA
      Calendar: Great Start Shiawassee
      Call to Register 989-725-2581
  • 11 March
    • Play to Learn Playgroup - Great Start Shiawassee
      Date: Wed Mar 11
      Time: 9:45 AM to 11:00 AM
      Location: Louise Peacock Elementary School, 485 E McArthur St, Corunna, MI 48817, USA
      Calendar: Great Start Shiawassee
      Full

      Registration Opens Wednesday, February 11
      For families and children ages 0-5
      To register 989-743-8848
  • 17 March
    • Play to Learn Playgroup - Great Start Shiawassee
      Date: Tue Mar 17
      Time: 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM
      Location: Morrice Area Elementary School, 111 Mason St, Morrice, MI 48857, USA
      Calendar: Great Start Shiawassee
      Full Registration Opens Wednesday, February 11 For children 0-5 Questions 517-625-3141
  • 18 March
    • Play to Learn Playgroup - Great Start Shiawassee
      Date: Wed Mar 18
      Time: 9:45 AM to 11:00 AM
      Location: Louise Peacock Elementary School, 485 E McArthur St, Corunna, MI 48817, USA
      Calendar: Great Start Shiawassee
      Full

      Registration Opens Wednesday, February 11
      For families and children ages 0-5
      To register 989-743-8848
  • 20 March
    • Play to Learn Playgroup - Great Start Shiawassee
      Date: Fri Mar 20
      Time: 9:45 AM to 11:00 AM
      Location: Byron Elementary School, 401 Maple St, Byron, MI 48418, USA
      Calendar: Great Start Shiawassee
      Full

      Registration Opens Wednesday, February 11
      For families and children ages 0-5
      To register 810-266-6323

 

 

 

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