Things to do around Greater Lansing | August 2019

Lansing State Journal

Greater Lansing local events, submitted via email, are collected here in a monthly package that may also appear in print each month (space dependent). We reserve the right to provide basic edits or reject events that do not meet standards. For more information, or to submit your local event, email events@lsj.com.

Wednesday, Aug. 28

Lansing Everett High School Annual 1966 Alumni Reunion

7 p.m., Buddies Grill, 2040 N Aurelius Rd. #13, Holt

There will be a room reserved for the event in the back of the restaurant. Please order from the menu.

Square Dancing

7 p.m., Lions Park, 300 S. Jefferson St., Dimondale

All square and round dancers are welcome to join the Grande Paraders Square Dance Club. Dancing from 7:00 p.m. to dusk, alternating mainstream, plus and rounds. Mark Doyle calling and John Sklar cuing. Nominal fee. For more information, call Alice at 517.694.0087.

Meridian Democratic Club Meeting

6 p.m. Social, 6:30 p.m. Meeting, Henry's Place, 4926 Marsh Rd., Okemos

Henry’s Place menu and half-off wines are available. Speaker: Will Lawrence, co-founder of the Sunrise Movement, on the Green New Deal and related youth movement matters. Public welcome. Monthly meeting on the fourth Wednesday of the month.

Aug. 28-29

LCC Theatre Auditions for Belle Moral

7-10 p.m., LCC Dart Auditorium

The audition requires cold readings from the script. Perusal scripts are available at the LCC library on the second floor. They must stay in the library, so reserve an hour of your time to read it. Call backs will be arranged. Performances are scheduled for Information regarding rehearsals will be given at auditions. Contact Paige Tufford at tuffordl@lcc.edu or Mary Job at jobm@lcc.edu with any questions.

Thursday, Aug. 29

Printed Episodes from Late Modernism

3-5 p.m., CMU - Charles V. Park Library

Presentation by Rachael Barron-Dunca. Will take place in the Sarah and Daniel Opperman Auditorium. Reception to follow in the Baber Room. Admission to the exhibit and presentation is free and open to the public.

Community Conversations

6-8 p.m., CADL Leslie Branch, 201 Pennsylvania St.

For adults. Join in a community conversation to better understand our common aspirations, refreshments provided. Registration required: call 517-589-9400 or go to cadl.org/events.

Friday, Aug. 30

'Renewal' Listening Session

7-8:30 p.m., Under the 496 Bridge near S. Cedar St. and Kalamazoo Ave.

This ARTpath artist talk by Crystal Gause, sound installation and listening session will bring forth the stories of community members who were displaced as their neighborhood was destroyed to install the I-496 Bridge. This outdoor event will take place rain or shine. No RSVP is required. Visit http://lansingartgallery.org for more information.

Rotary Club of Lansing

There will not me a meeting due to the Labor Day holiday weekend. If you have any questions, please contact cathy@lansingrotary.com.

Aug. 31-Sept. 1

Labor Day Weekend Block Party

Tanger Outlets Howell, 1475 N Burkhart Rd., Howell

Tanger will celebrate with a fun and festive atmosphere with great savings, food trucks, games and more. The holiday weekend sales will run from Friday, Aug. 30 through Monday, Sept. 2. The block party will take place only on Saturday, Aug. 31 and Sunday, Sept. 1.

Chicken Wing Festival

2-10 p.m., Adado Riverfront Park

Wing eating contest, food and merchandise vendors, Helicopter Rides and more. Fundraiser for Against All Odds Foundation, a 501c3 organization that supports cancer patients and survivors. Visit www.michiganchickenwingfestival.com or call 517-303-1817 for details.

Wednesday, Sept. 4

Square Dancing

7 p.m., Lions Park, 300 S. Jefferson St., Dimondale

All square and round dancers are welcome to join the Grande Paraders Square Dance Club. Dancing from 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., alternating mainstream, plus and rounds. Dave Magee calling and Alaine Ratliff cuing. Nominal fee. For more information, call Alice at 517.694.0087.

Friday, Sept. 6

Golfe For Giving Charity Outing

8 a.m.-3 p.m., Wheatfield Valley Golf Course, 1600 Linn Rn., Williamston

To join a team or create your own register here https://www.cristoreycommunity.org/2019-golf-fore-giving-registration/. Visit their Facebook event page for details.

Saturday, Sept. 7

Red Cross Blood Drive

8 a.m.-1:45 p.m., St. Gerard's Catholic Church, 4437 W. Willow Hwy., Lansing

Blood Donors must be at least 17 years of age, weigh a minimum of 110 lbs., be in good health, provide a Donor Card, or ID upon donation. Call 1-800 Red Cross or visit redcrossblood.org with sponsor code St. Gerard to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins are welcome.

Clean Comedy Show with Free Shrugs Improv

7 p.m., Doty Center, Great Lakes Christian College, Lansing

An interactive stage experience featuring hilarious scenes and family friendly games based on your suggestions and creative ideas. $5 suggested donation at the door.

Sept. 7-8

Book Sale

9 a.m.-5 p.m., Okemos Masonic Center, 2175 Hamilton Rd., Okemos

Early sale for Friends of Okemos Library will be held Sept. 7 8:30-9 a.m. All proceeds from sales benefit the Okemos Library. Most items priced from 50 cents to $2. On September 8, all remaining books will sell for $4 per bag. Contact the library at 347-2021 for details.

Sunday, Sept. 8

Opening Reception

2-4 p.m., Shiawassee Arts Center, 206 Curwood Castle Drive, Owosso

The Shiawassee Arts Center presents an exhibition featuring work by Catherine Tonning Popowich, Leo Brennan and more. Members will receive 20% off one featured artist item at the reception.

Thursday, Sept. 12

Voices from Faith and Reason

7 p.m., Lansing Central United Methodist Church, 215 N. Capitol Avenue, Lansing

Free admission. This year's theme is 'Immigration's Quagmire.' Our speakers will be available for Q and A.

Friday, Sept. 13

Holt High School Class of 1969 Reunion - Meet & Greet

7 p.m., Buddies Grill, Holt

Please call 517-490-5230 for more information.

Saturday, Sept. 14

Holt High School Class of 1969 Reunion - Princess Cruise

6:30 p.m., Grand River Park, Lansing

Please call 517-627-2154 for tickets or 517-490-5230 for more information.

Lansing Harmony Celebration

12-8 p.m., 5500 Pleasant Grove, Lansing

Free family event. The Lansing Harmony Celebration will bring positiveness to South Lansing through arts, the celebration of diverse cultures, music and food.

Mayors' Grand River Clean-Up

8 a.m.-1 p.m., Location TBD

Join in for a morning of fun and service, and remember to invite your friends, family and potential future Rotarians! Please reach out to Nick Farr nfarr@kroon.us or Nick Wallis nwallis@towerpinkster.com if you would like to help encourage participation from fellow Rotarians in the Grand Rapids area. Contact Nick Farr nfarr@kroon.us if you're interested in scouting locations for cleanup along the river. Sign up at https://www.eventbrite.com/teams/west-michigan-rotary-clubs/2365027.

The Columbus Hall/Knights of Columbus Car Show

9 a.m.-1 p.m., 5300 N Grand River Ave.

Registration starts at 8 a.m. and the cost is $12 to exhibit your car. Everyone is free to walk the show and vote on “Best of Show”. There will be gift bags and door prizes for exhibitors as well as food and beverages available for purchase. For information contact 517 321 2209 or visit www.788.councilnet.us or follow their Facebook at Knights of Columbus Council 788.

Tuesday, Sept. 17

Greater Lansing 100 Women Who Care Meeting

5 p.m., The University Club of MSU, 3435 Forest Rd., Lansing

The quarterly meeting of the Greater Lansing 100 Women Who Care. Visit www.greaterlansing100womenwhocare.com for details.

Sexton Class of 1954 Reunion

1 p.m., Tony M's Restaurant, 3420 Creyts Rd., Lansing

For more information, please contact Larry Drolett at (517) 290-8485 or ladro936@comcast.net.

Wednesday, Sept. 18

The Grand Ledge High School Class of 1954 65th Reunion

1 p.m., Log Jam, 110 W. Jefferson St., Grand Ledge Include every week until the event

Invitations will not be sent out, so tell classmates about the reunion. Reservations are requested by Sept. 11. The event will be held in a private room. Contact Lee & Charlie Dixon at 517-420-3476 or by email landcdixon@aol.com.

East Lansing Talks About: Suicide and Self-Harm

6 p.m., East Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Rd., East Lansing

Open to all interested community members. CMHA-CEI and partners will be hosting 'Eat Lansing Talks About...' as a part of ongoing efforts to educate and empower our communities about mental health and wellness. For more information, please contact Jennifer Crokite at 517-346-8208 or cronkite@ceicmh.org.

Friday, Sept. 20

Rotary Club of Lansing

12 p.m., Lansing Center, 333 E Michigan Ave., Lansing

The speaker will be Joel Hoffman on “Vietnam Revisited”. If you have any questions, please contact cathy@lansingrotary.com.

Sept. 20-21

J.W. Sexton High School Class of 1969 50th Reunion

Send your contact info to Sexton1969ClassReunion@gmail.com. Register for Meet and Greet on Sept. 20, School tour on Sept. 21 and Reunion Banquet on Sept. 21. More information on purchasing tickets on Facebook group: JW Sexton High School Class of 1969 50th Reunion.

Saturday, Sept. 21

Crossroads' 140th Birthday Celebration

1 p.m., Crossroads United Methodist Church

After the service at 1 p.m., Crossroads will host an open house with brithday cake and other desserts. For details, call the church at 517-655-1466, email office.umccrossroads@gmail.com or leave a message at the Crossroads Facebook page.

Sunday, Sept. 22

3rd Annual Art & Antique Sale Classic Car Cruise-In

9 a.m.-4 p.m., 100 E North St., Turner-Dodge House, Lansing

Booth space is available. Please contact Michelle Hulbert at 517-420-2603 or Michael Beebe at 517-372-1348 for more information.

Coffee & Conversation - LGBTQIA+ Edition

2-4 p.m., Espresso Royale, 1500 W. Lake Lansing Rd.

Hosted by the East Lansing Human Relations Commission, this new event series is aimed to provide a monthly forum for community discussions on topics of diversity and inclusion. Open to all community members. Future sessions will be announced on www.cityoflansing.com.

Film Screening - 'Resilience: the Biology of Stress and the Science of Hope'

6-8 p.m., Unitarian Universalist Church of Greater Lansing, 5509 S Pennsylvania Ave., Lansing

Jodi Spicer, a Master Trainer with the Michigan ACE Initiative, will introduce the film and facilitate a dialogue and Question and Answer session following the screening. The event is free and open to the public, and light refreshments will be available. For more information, please contact Norma Bauer at 517-282-2612.

Wednesday, Sept. 25

Grand Ledge High School Reunion Class of 1951

1 p.m., Log Jam, 110 W Jefferson St., Grand Ledge

Friday, Sept. 27

Rotary Club of Lansing

12 p.m., Lansing Center, 333 E Michigan Ave., Lansing

The speaker will be Gregoire Michaud, CEO of Viridis Laboratories on Cannabis Testing. If you have any questions, please contact cathy@lansingrotary.com.

Saturday, Sept. 28

Grand Ledge Felpausch Reunion

4-9 p.m., Log Jam, 110 W Jefferson St., Grand Ledge

'Facing Death and Dying' Are You Ready?

10 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Reachout Christian Center Church, 5628 Wise Rd., Lansing

Please RSVP for this free event by Sept. 22 and seating is limited. Vendor spaces are available. Refreshments provided. Get answers to questions you may be asking yourself and others regarding the importance of preparing yourself and loved ones for what's to come. Call Bea at 517-887-8185 to RSVP.

Wednesday, Oct. 23

East Lansing Talks About: Trauma and PTSD

6 p.m., East Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Rd., East Lansing

Wednesday, Oct. 20

East Lansing Talks About: Depression, anxiety and other common mental health challenges

6 p.m., East Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Rd., East Lansing

Ongoing

Resurrection High School and Msgr. John A. Gabriels High School Alumni Meetings

12-3 p.m., Third Tuesday of every month, Robinhill Catering, 16441 US-27 Hwy., Lansing

Former students of Resurrection High School and Msgr. John A. Gabriels High School meet the third Tuesday of every month. Graduation not required. For more information call John at 517-525-0146.

'The Scholar's Garden' Exhibition

Aug. 24, 2019-Feb. 9, 2020, MSU Broad Museum, 547 E Circle Dr., East Lansing

Like the scholarly gardens of East Asia, past and present, this presentation hopes to inspire aesthetic contemplation and reflection on humanity’s place within the greater order of life on Earth.

Our Mid-Century Masters Exhibit

July 25-Sept. 13, Baber Room, CMU - Charles V. Park Library

Admission to the exhibit is free and open to the public during regular library hours. Visit the library website for hours.

Drop-in US Citizenship Test Prep

1-2 p.m., Tuesdays Aug. 20-Dec. 17, CADL South Lansing Branch, 3500 S. Cedar St.

For adults. Practice the USCIS Naturalization Test in a relaxed setting. Practice speaking English, reading, writing and civics.

Crafternoons

1-3 p.m., Tuesdays Aug. 20-Nov. 26

For adults. Weekly informal gathering – bring a project and join them in the library Community Room.

Modern American Canasta

12:30-4 p.m., Thursdays Aug. 23-Nov. 22, CADL Haslett Branch, 1590 Franklin St.

For adults. Everyone is welcome from experienced players to beginners.

Widows Social Network Monthly Dinner Meeting

2-5 p.m., Third Sunday each month, Buddies Pub and Grill, 1937 W Grand River Ave., Okemos

Social meeting for those with shared loss of a spouse. It can be hard to navigate today's social scene after the loss of a partner. We are not counselors, but we can empathize, bond in new friendships, even find common interests (plays, concerts, etc.). New members always welcome. Third Sunday each month (except Easter or certain other holidays). Call (517) 993-4725 for further information. or email widowedsocialnetwork@outlook.com.

Livestrong at the DeWitt YMCA

12:30-2 p.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept. 9-Nov. 26, 2019, DeWitt YMCA, 13161 Schavey Rd., DeWitt

Free for all. The Y and LIVESTRONG have joined together to create LIVESTRONG at the YMCA, a research-based physical activity and well-being program designed to help adult cancer survivors reclaim their total health. Requires registration and a pre-program intake process. Please call 517-827-9660 or stop by the Y to register.

Community Dinner

Second and fourth Tuesday of each month, 6-7 p.m., Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 7000 W. Saginaw Hwy., Lansing

Free. The dinner includes hot dog, salad, drink and dessert. "Come a stranger leave a friend."

Laingsburg Community Singers Rehearsals

Tuesdays, 7-9:30 p.m., St. Isidore Catholic Church, 310 Crum St., Laingsburg

Laingsburg Community Singers would like to invite you to join them for Spring 2019. Auditions are not required. The group is not a church choir and we perform a variety of music.Contact Steven Easterling at 810-624-5385 or Janice Hurst at 517-651-5937 with questions.

Free Coffee for Seniors

9 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, Williamston Area Senior Center, 201 School St., Williamston

Quilting Group

Every Monday (except holidays and snow days), 2- 6 p.m., Eaton Rapids District Public Library, 220 S. Main St.

Free. Public welcome. Parking available in the city lot behind the building.. Bring your project and join us! For more information, call Joyce Griffith at 517-231-9960 or email joycegriffith88@gmail.com.

Delta Community Choir Recruitment

Delta Community Choir (DCC) is accepting applications for Fall Session (September 9-December 8) 2019 with a formal concert on December 8th, 2019. Vocal auditions are not required. Reading music notation not a requirement but helpful. DCC combines the life-long love of singing with community service through admittance free concerts to support other worthy non-profits. Contact deltacc.org, e_macklady@comcast.not or 517.627.6202 for further information.

Art House: Open Studio Time

11 a.m.-3 p.m., First Sunday of every month, Lansing Art Gallery & Education Center, 119 N. Washington Sq., Ste. 101

Need space to work on an art project, need inspiration, or want to meet other art makers? Bring your own materials (e.g. your knitting, drawing paper) and join us at the Lansing Art Gallery & Education Center for Open Art House. Feel free to bring a coffee, tea or your favorite drink! Water will be provided. RSVP through their Facebook event page.

Knitters Group

1-3 p.m., Tuesdays, Williamston Area Senior Center, 201 School St., Williamston

Needle Craft Group

1-3 p.m., Wednesdays, Williamson Area Senior Center, 201 School St., Williamston

Euchre

9:30-11:30 a.m., Wednesdays, Williamston Area Senior Center, 201 School St., Williamston

Families Against Narcotics meeting

First Thursday of the month, 7 p.m., Real Life Church, 1848 S. Cochran Ave., Charlotte

4th Tuesday of the month. 7-9 p.m., University Lutheran Church, 1020 S. Harrison Road, East Lansing

All are welcome, children 10 and over. Contact 517-898-3236 or okemos@familiesagainstnarcotics.org or visit https://www.familiesagainstnarcotics.org/ingham-okemos

Lansing Area Post-Polio Support Group Meeting

Second Wednesday of each month April through November, 1:30-3 p.m., Edgewood UCC, 469 N Hagadorn Rd., East Lansing

The group meets in the community room. All Lansing-area people affected by polio are welcome. We share information, ideas, and support. Come as an individual or bring a friend or family member. For further information, email nielsenwilliams@yahoo.com.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly Meeting

Wednesdays, 5:30-7 p.m., AL!VE, Charlotte

Free. Public welcome. The original, nonprofit, weight-loss support and wellness education organization. For more information, visit http://www.tops.org or contact Marie at TOPSandMarie@live.com or 517-388-0581.

Kiwanis Club of Delta Township

Thursdays at 12 p.m., Delta Township Library, 5130 Davenport Dr., Lansing

Lunch and speaker. For more information, call 517-327-0029.

Allen Farmers Market

Wednesdays, 2:30-6:30 p.m., 1629 E. Kalamazoo St., Lansing

Post-Polio Support Group Meeting

1:30-3 p.m., Second Wednesday each month April through November, Edgewood UCC Community Room, 469 Hagadorn Rd., East Lansing

All Lansing-area people affected by polio are welcome to come alone or with a friend or family member. They share information, ideas and support. For more information, email neilsenwilliams@yahoo.com.

Zumba classes

6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Federated Polish Home, 1030 W. Mount Hope Ave., Lansing

Cost for Zumba classes is $45 for 12 classes, or the drop-in fee is $7 per session. For more information, call (517) 882-2838.

Livestrong at the YMCA

1-2 :30 p.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays, Dewitt YMCA, 13161 Schavey Rd., Dewitt

Free. A research-based physical and well-being program designed to help adult cancer survivors reclaim their total health.

Enhance Fitness Class

10-11 a.m., Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, Williamston Area Senior Center, 201 School St., Williamston

$2 if all classes are paid for at once, in advance. $3 drop in fee for each class. Class contains aerobics, strength training and flexibility and balance exercises. Registration is required. Call 517-665-7510 to register.

Sensory Friendly Library Hour

Second and fourth Saturdays, 9-10 a.m., CADL South Lansing Branch, 3500 S. Cedar St., Lansing

Every second and fourth Saturday of the month for a sensory friendly hour of library time. There will be limited guests, quiet spaces, reduced sounds, scents and lighting stimuli. Visit cadl.org for more information.

Summer Concert Series

Fridays July 12-Aug. 30, 7-9 p.m., Ann Street Plaza, Downtown East Lansing

The City of East Lansing's 2019 Summer Concert Series will feature eight live performances by local musicians. Community members are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and/or enjoy outdoor dining at nearby restaurants. Visit cityofeastlansing.com for more information regarding the lineup.

Call For Crafters for Holiday Craft Show and Bake Sale

9 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 9, VFW Hall 2497 N. US-27, St. Johns

The American Legion Auxiliary is looking for crafters for an upcoming craft show. Please contact Lynn at 989-307-0089 if you are interest in participating.

Call for Applicants to ELPD's 2019 Citizens' Police Academy

Deadline is Friday, Aug. 23, 2019

The 11-week course is designed to give citizens a working knowledge of the police department, while also assisting ELPD in becoming more aware of the issues and concerns of the community. Community members can apply at www.cityofeastlansing.com/CitizensPoliceAcademy. The academy will meet from 6-8 p.m. on most Tuesdays from Sept. 24-Dec. 3. Please contact Sgt. Adrian Ojerio at aojerio@elpolice.com.

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