LOCAL

Community events from around Greater Lansing | September 2018

Lansing State Journal

Sunday, Sept. 2

Tim Cunningham concert
2:30 p.m. Studio C, Okemos
Omega Psi Phi alumni present Tim Cunningham in concert. Tickets are $30 and $40; advance tickets are suggested. Contact Everett Hurt at (313) 799-9207.

Tuesday, Sept. 4

Cedar Street Grade School reunion
1 p.m. Log Jam Restaurant, 110 W. Jefferson St., Grand Ledge
For reservations, contact Marilyn Kell Sample at msample2@comcast.net or call 517-410-4930.

Wednesday, Sept. 5

Bethany Christian Services Refugee Foster Care Orientation
6-8 p.m. Cristo Rey Parish, 201 W. Miller Road, Lansing
Call (517) 336-0191 to RSVP.

Hearing Loss Association of America meets
6:30-8 p.m. King Arthur's Court Community Room, 2201 E. State Road, Lansing
The Lansing chapter will meet for a presentation by Liz Kobylak. Hearing access provided by CART.

Thursday, Sept. 6

Capital Area Audubon Society meeting
7 p.m. Fenner Nature Center, 2020 E. Mt. Hope at Aurelius Road
Kevin Arnold will present "Hawk ID". Visit capitalareaaudubon.org for more information.

Sept. 6-16

"Dancing at Lughnasa" play
8 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays
Over the Ledge Theater Co. presents "Dancing at Lughnasa." Cost is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and $6 for students. See http://www.overtheledge.org/contact.html for more information or call (517) 318-0579.

Friday, Sept. 7

Rotary Club of Lansing meeting
12 p.m. Lansing Center
Celebrate Loftus Day and the past lives of Michael G. Harrison and Ed McRee, then deliver flowers to their graves. Contact cathy@lansingrotary.com with questions.

Sept. 7-9

Ox Roast Festival
5-11 p.m. Friday, 12-11 p.m. Saturday, 12-5 p.m. Sunday, Church of the Resurrection, 1505 E. Michigan, Lansing
Featuring the original ox roast sandwich and delicious homemade soup. This event includes children's games, baked goods, a pub, hourly 50/50 drawings, raffles, silent auction, DJ and live entertainment. For more information, call 482-4749.

Saturday, Sept. 8

Navigating the Golden Years seminar
8 a.m.-1 p.m. St. Thomas Aquinas School, 915 Alton Road, East Lansing
There will be guest speakers and resources on topics for seniors, vendors, exhibitors, breakfast and free hearing and blood pressure screenings for seniors, adult family members and caregivers. Visit www.dioceseoflansing.org/outreach-ministry/aging-ministry to register online, or contact Margaret Grima at 517-342-2555, for more information. Registration forms are also available from the Tri-County Office on Aging, 5303 S. Cedar St., building 1, Lansing. Registration is due by Aug. 30, 2018.

Beers, Bar Food and Bands
3-8 p.m. Adado Riverfront Park, Lansing
This event will include beer from around the world, local bar food (purchased with tickets for $1 each) and live music. Proceeds will benefit the National Hospitality Institute. General admission tickets are available for $30 and come with 10 tickets for beer. VIP tickets cost $40, come with 15 beer tickets and enable festival access an hour early at 2 p.m. Designated Driver tickets are $15. All tickets can be purchased at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/beers-bar-food-bands-tickets-48745605418.

Leslie Fall Festival
8 a.m.-10 p.m., downtown Leslie, MI
Free. A craft/farmers market setup within the famous Russell Park, with dozens of vendors from the local area. Entertainment includes a scavenger hunt, corn hole tournament with a cash prize, and many children's activities.

Sept. 8-9

The Friends of the Okemos Library Book Sale
9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Okemos Masonic Center, 2175 Hamilton Road, Okemos
New and used books, DVDs and CDs will be available. Contact 347-2021 for more information.

Sunday, Sept. 9

Lansing Psychic Fair
11 a.m.-5 p.m. Lansing Comfort Inn, 525 N. Canal Road, Lansing
Hosted by National Enquirer columnist Maria Shaw Lawson. Admission is $5 for the day, plus local readers available for $10-$20 per reading. For more information, visit www.mariashaw.com or call 810-631-6887.

Backing the Blue event
12-4 p.m. Michigan State Capitol Building, 101 N. Capitol Ave., Lansing
There will be a presentation, tribute to fallen officers, lunch, activities, games and vendors.

Grandparents Day celebration
1 p.m.-4 p.m. Don Johnson Field House, 220 N. Pennsylvania Ave at Lansing Eastern High School
AARP Michigan, the City of Lansing, WKAR, and the Lansing School District bring the community together with interactive games and activities to celebrate the role grandparents play in their families lives. Learn more about the event here: aarp.event.com/gpdaylansing2018

Michigan Snakes Day
1 p.m.-5 p.m. Nature Discovery 5900 N. Williamston Road, Williamston, Michigan
Tickets $5 a person. Whether you love or loathe snakes, this event is the most benign setting to help you feel better about them. Open to all ages.

Monday, Sept. 10

Bethany Christian Services Refugee Foster Care Orientation
6-8 p.m. Bethany Christian Services East Lansing Branch, 612 W. Lake Lansing Road #600, East Lansing
Call (517) 336-0191 to RSVP

Garden Club of Greater Lansing September Design Program
Grace Methodist Church, 1900 Boston Blvd., Lansing
Lois Snover-Hansen, a National Garden Club Flower Show Judge, as guest teacher. The public is invited. A sandwich luncheon will follow. For more information, contact Sandy Oleson at 517-282-5736.

Tuesday, Sept. 11

Completion of the Jolly Road Building Expansion Project Open House
4:30 p.m.-5 p.m. Ribbon cutting ceremony, 5:15 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Building Tours, 812 E. Jolly Road, Lansing
Tours will include a first look at the new Recovery Center and Jolly Java store. Hors d'oeuvres and desserts will be served.

Sept. 12-13

Rummage and bake sale
5-7:30 p.m. Sept. 12 and 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Sept. 13, St. Michael Church, 345 Edwards St., Grand Ledge

Thursday, Sept. 13

Meet author Michael Zadoorian
7 p.m. Schuler Books, 1982 W. Grand River Ave., Okemos
Michael Zadoorian will present his new book, "Beautiful Music."

"What the Eyes Don't See" featuring Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha
6 p.m.-8 p.m. East Lansing Public Library
Author of "What the Eyes Don't See" Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha will be showcasing her book at this special event in conversation with U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow.

Electric Vehicle ride and drive
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Michigan Agency for Energy, 7109 W. Saginaw Highway, Lansing
The Michigan Energy Office is hosting the event as part of its mission to accelerate economic growth by encouraging investment to advance mobility, manufacturing and healthy communities.

Sept. 13-16

Eaton Rapids Air
Airstream motorhomes will camp on Main Street and activities will include a community potluck 5-7 p.m. Friday and music and a bonfire 8-10 p.m.; bring a dish to pass, a drink and a table service. Saturday there will be a breakfast 7:30-10:30 a.m., the CASA Superhero 5K Run, vendors, market and kids’ activities, a Oz character contest 10:30 a.m. at the GAR Island Park gazebo, lunch with Dorothy 12-1 p.m., a dog show 12:30 p.m. and a kids open mic contest following. Fundraiser dinner will be spaghetti from Fazoli’s 6-8 p.m. with entertainment after. Eaton Rapids Assembly of God will host a church service in the Emerald City tent 10:15 a.m. Sunday. For more information, contact Lindsey Zeller at 517-663-8118 or visit the Facebook page.

Friday, Sept. 14

The Voice for Clinton County's Children event
5-8 p.m. 1207 N. US-27, St. Johns
Meet volunteers, staff and the board, tour the building and enjoy refreshments at this officewarming celebration. For more information, call (989) 640-5681.

St. Lawrence Hospital Employee Reunion
4 p.m.-8 p.m. Tony M's, 3420 So. Creyts Rd., Lansing
Lite hors d'oeuvres. $8 per person. Contact veebjornson@comcast.net for reservations.

Rotary Club of Lansing meeting
12 p.m. Country Club of Lansing
Speaker will be Joel Hoepfner, Prevention & Outreach Coordinator at the Community Mental Health Authority of Clinton, Eaton and Ingham. Contact cathy@lansingrotary.com with questions.

Community Garden Preparation and Clean Up
12 p.m.- 4 p.m., Community gardens in the Tri-county area
The United Way Day of Caring is a time for volunteers to lend their time, talent and skills in the community. In turn, the community gets to experience first-hand the collective power of volunteers making a difference in the lives of neighbors, children and families. To register and to select a project site, visit www.micauwvolunteercenter.org.

Sept. 14-15

Waverly High School Class of 1968 reunion
5 p.m. Friday and 6 p.m. Saturday, Reno's West, Lansing
For more information, call Cindy at 517-285-9857. The Friday night patio party will feature a cash bar; the Saturday event cost is $30 per person.

Curling  demonstration
10:15 p.m. Friday to 12:15 a.m. Saturday Suburban Ice East Lansing, 2810 Hannah Blvd., East Lansing
$25-$30. Instructors from the United States Curling Association will get you curling quickly and safely. All skills and athletic abilities welcome. Spots are limited.

Saturday, Sept. 15

Everett High School Class of 1970 reunion
Any time after 6 p.m. Corey's Lounge, 1511 S. Cedar St., Lansing
Call or email Laurena Jenkins Hoffmeyer at hoffmey3@msu.edu or (517) 703-0146 for more information. All are on their own for food and beverages.

East Lansing High School 50+ reunion
11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. University Club of MSU, 3435 Forest Road, East Lansing
All who have already celebrated their 50th anniversary are welcome. Cost is $27; mail money and registration to Madeline Trimby at 123 Windyrush Lane, DeWitt, MI 48820. Contact Susan Lundberg at (5170 272-1373 with questions.

Bretton Woods Lions Club Blood Drive
8 a.m.-1:45 p.m. St. Gerard 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 and provide a donor card or an ID. Call 1-800-Red Cross or visit rcbd.org with sponsor code St. Gerard to schedule an appointment.

Team Hope Walk & 5K
Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. and the timed run and walk kick-off begins at 10:00 a.m., Granger Meadow Park
Huntington's Disease Society of America's community walk & 5K proceeds benefit education, advocacy, and research for Huntington's disease. Contact Dawn Perry with any more questions: DawnP3rry@gmail.com or 517-202-8558.

A Fairchild Fanfare
8 p.m. Fairchild Theatre of the MSU Auditorium
As the kick off concert of the MSU Federal Credit Union Showcase Series, this show features jazz, new music, opera and chamber music in short segments, covering all corners of the College of Music.

4th annual Sparrow Hair-a-Thon
9 a.m.-12 p.m. Main Lobby of Sparrow Hospital, 1215 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing
In honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, stylists will cut hair to be donated to Michigan-based organizations that provide free wigs for children who have lost hair due to cancer treatments. For more information or to schedule an appointment, go to Sparrow.org/Hair-a-thon.

USA Dance Chapter 2037 Dance Party
6 p.m.-6:30 p.m. group Latin session, 6:30 p.m.- 9 p.m. Ballroom, Latin, Swing dancing, Michigan Athletic Club, 2900 Hannah Blvd, East Lansing
$15 for guests, $10 for USA dance members. For more information, visit www.usadance2037.org.

Okemos High School Band 29th Annual "Free" Car Wash
9 a.m.-4 p.m., Okemos High School, Jolly at Hulett Rd.
Rain or shine.

Dinner and Dance
5:30 p.m.-7 p.m. roast pork dinner served, 7 p.m.-11 p.m. dance, Lansing Liederkranz Club, 5828 S. Pennsylvania, Lansing
$10 for dinner (children 11 and younger $4). $6 for dance (children 11 and younger free).

Community Garden Preparation and Clean Up
9 a.m.-12 p.m., Community gardens in the Tri-county area
The United Way Day of Caring is a time for volunteers to lend their time, talent and skills in the community. In turn, the community gets to experience first-hand the collective power of volunteers making a difference in the lives of neighbors, children and families. To register and to select a project site, visit www.micauwvolunteercenter.org.

Sunday, Sept. 16

Art and Antique Sale and Classic Car Cruise-In
9 a.m.-4 p.m. Turner-Dodge House
Antique dealers are needed for this event. Contact Michelle Hulbert at 517-420-2603 for more information.

All Faith Alliance for Refugees Forum
3 p.m., Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 1315 Abbot Rd, East Lansing
Attend this forum to hear how refugee families are faring and to share what you can do to help.

Delta Gun Show
9 a.m.-3 p.m., Capital Area Sportsmen's Conservation League, N. Canal Road
Cost is $3 at the door, children under 12 are free. Buy, sell and trade guns, knives and fishing and archery equipment. Food will be available. For more information call (517)321-5843.

Judson Baptist Church pastor installation service
11 a.m., Judson Baptist Church, 531 Glendale Ave., Lansing
Honoring the Rev. Thomas G. Bayes Jr. for his many years of service to the community by bestowing on him the title of Pastor Emeritus. Celebratory worship service and reception.

24th annual Golden Memories Automobile Gathering
10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sloan Museum, Flint Cultural Center
Registration from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. the day of the event. Free. Public welcome. Exclusively for original or authentically restored vehicles 1968 or earlier. Driver and one passenger will receive free admission to the show grounds, Sloan Museum, and 10% off all Sloan Museum store purchases.

2nd annual Art and Antique Sale and Classic Car Cruise-In
9 a.m.-4 p.m., Turner-Dodge House
More than 20 fine artists and antique dealers will be showcasing their art and antiques/ collectibles. Classic and vintage cars will be displayed. Food trucks and entertainment. The historic mansion will be open for tours. For more information contact Michael Beebe at 517-372-1348 or beebe.michael@yahoo.com.

Sept. 16-17

Israel at 70 Conference
MSU Kellogg Center
This academic conference will celebrate the 70th anniversary of the founding of the State of Israel. Register at msuisrael70.eventbrite.com. Contact Amy Shapiro at (517) 432-3493 with questions.

Monday, Sept. 17

Digital Literacy Orientation Course
9 a.m.- 11 a.m. morning session or 1 p.m.-3 p.m. afternoon session, Closing the Digital Gap (CTDG) 809 Center Street, Suite 7B, Lansing
Free. Seniors 50+ encouraged. No phone calls or emails will be accepted to register for any free courses.

Rotary Club of East Lansing luncheon meeting
12 p.m.-1:30 p.m., University Club of MSU, 3435 Forest Road, Lansing
The program will feature Shari Montgomery of the House of Promise. For more information go to www.eastlansingrotaryclub.com.

Tuesday, Sept. 18

Origami outdoor concert
5:30-7:30 p.m. Origami Brain Injury Rehabilitation Center, 3181 Sandhill Road, Mason
Celebrate the opening of the new therapeutic green space with an outdoor concert and celebration. There will be food trucks, kid-friendly activities, campus tours and live music. Bring blankets or folding chairs.

100 Women Who Care meeting
5 p.m. University Club of MSU, 3435 Forest Road, Lansing
For more information, contact Barb Dunlap at bdunlap1953@gmail.com or Donna Oade at donnaoade@glolawpc.com, or visit www.greaterlansing100womenwhocare.com.

Sexton High School 64th reunion luncheon
1 p.m. Tony M's Restaurant, 3420 S. Creyts Road, Lansing
Ordering will be off the menu. Contact Larry Drolett at (517) 290-8485 or ladro936@comcast.net with questions.

Wednesday, Sept. 19

GLHS Class of 1954 reunion
1 p.m. Grand Ledge Log Jam Restaurant, 110 W. Jefferson
This year, invitations will not be sent out (so pass along info to classmates), the location has changed and there will not be a food bank collection. For more information, contact Lee and Charlie Dixon at (517) 420-3476 or landcdixon@aol.com. RSVP by Sept. 12.

Asbury United Methodist Church Annual International Dinner
5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Asbury United Methodist church, 2200 Lake Lansing Rd.
Will feature cuisine from Italy, Greece, and the United States. The meal is free, and includes one serving of each cuisine, drink and dessert.

Thursday, Sept. 20

Raindrop Gala and Auction
6-9 p.m. Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum
Support New World Flood and their mission to promote education and volunteerism by inspiring others to become more active in their communities. More details can be found at www.newworldflood.org/raindrop-gala.html.

Farmers Market at the Capitol
9 a.m.-2 p.m. East Lawn of the Michigan State Capitol, Lansing
Rain or Shine. Showcases Michigan food and agricultural products in an effort to educate state decision-makers on the importance of supporting farmers, agriculture based businesses, and farmers markets.

Voices from Faith and Reason: Race and Place
7 p.m., Central United Methodist Church, 215 N. Capitol Ave., Lansing
Free. Public Welcome. Keynote speaker, Rev. Faith Fowler, voices her passionate support of those in need, regardless of race or status.Refreshments and fellowship to follow. For more information, contact shalomlansing@gmail.com.

22nd annual Silent & Live auction
5:45 p.m., Eagle Eye Golf Club, 15500 Chandler Road, Bath, MI
Hosted by the Lansing area shelter, EVE, Inc. Tickets are $20 at the door. Appetizers, hors d'oeurves and non alcoholic beverages.

All You Can Eat Taco Dinner
6 p.m.-7:30 p.m., Redeemer Church, 2727 W. Holmes Rd., Lansing
Adults $8, Seniors 60 and older $7, children ages 10 and under $3. Includes tacos, beans, rice, drinks, guacamole, all the fixings and ice cream.

Friday, Sept. 21

Peace Day Rally
11 a.m.-2 p.m., Michigan Capitol front steps, Lansing
Free.

Rotary Club of Lansing meeting
12 p.m. Lansing Center
Speaker will be Tana Fedewa, Program Director at Michigan State University's Sexual Assault Program. Contact cathy@lansingrotary.com with questions.

MSU Community Club Welcome Reception
1 p.m.-3 p.m., The University Club of MSU, 3435 Forest Road, Lansing
Renew your membership and sign up for interest groups. New members welcome. Light refreshments will be served. Go to www.egr.msu.edu/msucclub for more information.

Sept. 21-22

Curling  demonstration
10:15 p.m. Friday to 12:15 a.m. Saturday Suburban Ice East Lansing, 2810 Hannah Blvd., East Lansing 
$25-$30. Instructors from the United States Curling Association will get you curling quickly and safely. All skills and athletic abilities welcome. Spots are limited.

Michigan Bluesfest
On Turner Street in "Old Town", Lansing
Multiple stages. Ethnic food. Kids area. Beverage tent.

Saturday, Sept. 22

La Familia Golf outing
1:30 p.m. registration, 2 p.m. shotgun, Wheatfield Valley Golf Course
$65 per player. Skins game, steak dinner and raffle prizes. For additional information call or email Wheatfield Valley at (517)655-6999 or www.wheatfieldvalley@yahoo.com.

"Facing Death and Dying"
10 a.m.-1 p.m. Reachout Christian Center Church, 5628 Wise Rd., Lansing
Questions you may be asking yourself and others regarding the importance of preparing yourself and loved ones for what's to come. Refreshments will be provided.

Art appraisal
10 a.m.-12 p.m. Shiawassee Arts Center members, 12 p.m.-3 p.m. general public, The Shiawassee Arts Center, 206 Curwood Castle Drive, Owosso
Appraisers from the popular TV show Antiques Roadshow and DuMouchelles Fine Art Auctioneers and Estate Appraiser of Detroit will be on-hand to evaluate your collectibles, jewelry, antiques. and more.

Sunday, Sept. 23

Concert Across America- to Raise Awareness on Gun Violence
2 p.m.-5 p.m., Unitarian Universalist Church of Greater Lansing, 5509 S. Pennsylvania, Lansing
Hear all ages of our community perform! Learn about the work the MI Coalition to Prevent Gun Violence is doing to decrease gun violence in Michigan.

Tuesday, Sept. 25

Bethany Christian Services Refugee Foster Care Orientation
6-8 p.m. Bethany Christian Services East Lansing Branch, 612 W. Lake Lansing Road #600, East Lansing
Call (517) 336-0191 to RSVP.

Movie Showing: "Out of Order: Queer Pastors Redefining Church"
Doors open at 6:30 p.m., Studio C! Meridian Mall, 1999 Central Park Dr., Okemos
Contact the Faith Lutheran Church office (517-349-0620) for free tickets.

Water Wonderland Chorus Sing and Snack event
7 p.m., Lansing Catholic High School choir room
Water in Wonderland chorus invites women interested in singing to come see them. They are a Sweet Adelines International chorus. Email waterwonderlandchorus@gmail.com with questions.

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Community Dinner
6 p.m.-7 p.m., Good Lutheran Shepherd Church, 7000 W. Saginaw Hwy, Delta Township
Free.

Rejuvenating South Lansing
6:30 p.m., Alfreda Schmidt Center, 5825 Wise Rd. Lansing
Free. Open to the public. Presentation by the Tri-County Office on Aging and Retired Senior Volunteer Program.

Wednesday, Sept. 26

"What's New in Corrections? Drug Sobriety, Veterans and Mental Health Courts" Panel Discussion
7 p.m., Edgewood United Church of Christ, 469 N. Hagadorn, East Lansing
Free.

Meridian Democratic Club
Social time begins at 6 p.m., meeting at 6:30 p.m., Henry's Place, 4926 Marsh Rd., Okemos
Speaker:  Mark Grebner, founder of Practical Political Consulting, on voter information and ballot proposals. Henry’s Place menus available. Open to the public.

Thursday, Sept. 27

Movie Showing: "Trails of Hope and Terror"
7 p.m., Studio C! Meridian Mall, 1999 Central Park Dr., Okemos
Free

Model United Nations (MUN) Discussion and Simulation
3:30 p.m., Williamston High School Rooms B10 and B12, 3939 Vanneter Rd., Williamston
Free. Williamston High School MUN students will discuss and demonstrate their MUN activities. Join them as they share their experiences with us. 

Friday, Sept. 28

Policeman's Fundraiser Ball
6:30-11 p.m. Aboard the Michigan Princess
Tickets are $40 per person and $30 for law enforcement; buy tickets at backingthebluemi.yapsody.com. There will be dancing and a prime rib dinner, as well as a cash bar. Boat leaves at 7:30 p.m.

Rotary Club of Lansing meeting
11:30 a.m. Downtown Coaches Club at Eagle Eye
Speaker will be Chris Holman. Contact cathy@lansingrotary.com with questions.

Organ recital
7 p.m. Our Savior Lutheran Church, Lansing
Will feature organ compositions by Charles Ore, professor emeritus in organ and church music at Concordia Nebraska, and hymn settings for congregation, choir, organ and trumpet. A free-will offering will be taken during the recital.

Sept. 28-29

LCC Performing Arts presents Dead Ringer
8 p.m., LCC Black Box Theatre, Room 1422 Gannon Building, 411 N. Grand Avenue, Lansing
$10 general admission, $5 students. Pay at the door. This show is intended for mature audiences. For more information, visit www.lcc.edu/showinfo.

Saturday, Sept. 29

Organ workshop
10 a.m. Our Savior Lutheran Church, Lansing
Free. Public welcome. Charles Ore, professor emeritus in organ and church music at Concordia Nebraska, will present an organ workshop on hymn playing including improvisation and registration. 

Harvest Moon Stories around the Campfire
7 p.m., Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road, Meridian
$3 per person or $7 family fee. Enjoy a campfire and listen to stories by the Lansing Storytellers before taking a walk through the evening woods with a naturalist Participants will also be able to roast marshmallows. For more information, call 517-349-3866 or email hnc@meridian.mi.us.

Rummage Sale
9 a.m.-2 p.m., St. James Catholic Church, 1010 S. Lansing St, Mason
For more information, call Terri Miller at 517-515-3210.

Sunday, Sept. 30

Van Atta's Greenhouse & Flower Shop fall welcome
12 p.m.- 4 p.m.,Van Atta's Greenhouse & Flower Shop, 1 1/2 miles east of Marsh Road on Old M-78 in Haslett
The festivities will include kids games such as a pumpkin ring toss and find the eyeball in the haystack. Complimentary cider and donuts from Groovy Donuts. There will be sales in every department. For more information visit www.vanattas.com or call (517)339-1142.

"Stone Church Concerts" organ recital
3 p.m., Mason First Presbyterian Church, 131 E. Maple St., Mason
Thomas Bara is the featured recitalist. This free recital is open to all and will be followed by a reception. A free will offering will be accepted.

Annual Fall Walking Tour
3 p.m.-5 p.m., Mt. Hope Cemetery, Lansing
Free. Public welcome. Entitled "Butchers, Bakers and Businessmakers" this years tour features 18 business owners who helped build the community of Lansing in its early days. Refreshments available. For more information contact Loretta S. Stanaway at 517-648-5730.

Legal Help for Free
1:30 p.m.-3 p.m., Ledge Craft Lane
Free. Attorney Casey Conklin will be discussing general estate planning, gifting for grandparents, protecting your assets for future generations and more. Call 517-627-9843 to reserve your spot.

Monday, Oct. 1

East Lansing Woman's Club meeting
1:30 p.m., Ada Whitehouse Room at Burcham Hills Retirement Center, 2700 Burcham Dr., East Lansing
Anne Chamberlain will speak on "Climbing Mount Everest". Refreshments will be served afterwards. Visitors are welcome.

Tuesday, Oct. 2

"To Err is Human" documentary screening and panel
5 p.m.-7:30 p.m., Michigan State University, 965 Fee Rd. room E105

Wednesday, Oct. 3

US Citizenship Series (Adults)
5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m., Capital Area District Library, 401 S. Capitol Ave., Lansing
Three-week series provides information about the process of becoming a citizen. Part 1: The Naturalization Process.

Thursday, Oct. 4

The Creative Placemaking Summit 4
8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Lansing Center
Presented by the Greater Lansing Regional Prosperity Initiative. Visit www.lansingplacemakers.org to register.

Capital Area Audubon Society presents Richard Wolinkski
7 p.m. social time begins, 7:30 business meeting and presentation begin, Fenner Nature Center 2020 E. Mt. Hope at Aurelius Rd.
Non-members welcome. Free. For more information, visit capitalareaaudubon.org.

Preschoolers Discover Unusual Animals
1 p.m., Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road, Meridian
$4 per child due at the time of the program. The program is designed for 4-5 year old children. This month's Preschool Science Exploration theme is 'Misunderstood Animals'. For more information, contact hnc@meridian.mi.us or 517-349-3866.

Escape Room--Spider Heist (Ages 10-18)
7 p.m.-8 p.m.. Capital Area District Library, 2078 N. Aurelius Rd., Holt
Retrieve a set of priceless jewels from a criminal organization by following the clues. To register, visit cadl.org/events.

Oct. 4-5

Duplain Church of Christ Fall Sharing Corner
Thursday 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Friday 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Duplain Church of Christ 5565 E. Colony Rd., St. Johns
All items are free. There will be donated clothing of all sizes, toys, household items, kitchen items, and miscellaneous goods.

Friday, Oct. 5

"Empathy on Sale" comedy stand up
8 p.m. The Robin Theatre
Krish Mohan uses comedy to address the current state of political divide and the idea of progress.

Pewamo-Westphalia Homecoming
Parade at 5 p.m., football game 7 p.m., Pewamo

Hispanic Heritage Month Film Screenings (Adults)
1 p.m.-3 p.m., Capital Area District Library, 401 S. Capitol Ave., Lansing
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Moth with a film screening suggested for adults, followed by a discussion facilitated by Margarito J Garcia III, Ph.D.

The Knights of Columbus Steak Fry
5 p.m.- 7 p.m., Columbus Hall, 5300 N. Grand River, Lansing
$10 per person. A sizzler steak is served with baked potato, vegetable medley, rolls and garden salad. Beverages are available for purchase. Proceeds are donated to local and state charitites supported by the Kights of Columbus. Call 517-321-2209 or visit www.788.councilnet.us for additional information.

Oct. 5-6

Fall rummage sale
9 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, First United Methodist Church of Eaton Rapids, 600 S. Main St.
Clothing, toys, books, household items, etc. Sponsored by United Methodist Women for missions. For more information call 663-3524.

Saturday, Oct. 6

Not So Scary Halloween Movies (All Ages)
10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Capital Area District Library, 201 Pennsylvania St., Leslie
Hotel Transylvania.

Thursday, Oct. 11

Nyaka Aids Orphans Project 'One by One 2018 Annual Fundraiser'
5:45 p.m. doors open, Celebration! Cinema Studio C!, Meridian Mall, 1999 Central Park Drive, Okemos
Seats can be purchased for $25 or by calling 517-575-6623 or visiting www.nyakaschool.org.

Chrysler Cars 4 Classrooms fundraiser
4 p.m.-8 p.m., Kendon Elementray School
Attendees will have the opportunity to take a test drive in the all-new Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid. The brand will donate $10 to the school for every participant who take a brief test drive.

Saturday, Oct. 13

Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. Epsilon Tau Sigma chapter 4th annual Costume Ball
8 p.m.-12 a.m. Gregory's Ice and Smoke, 2510 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Lansing
Tickets $30. Prize for best costume. Featuring DJ Muhammad Quawee.

Comics for Cancer
Doors open 6 p.m., Cocktail hour 6 p.m.-7:15 p.m., Comedy Show 7:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m., Afterglow 9:30 p.m.-11:30 p.m.
Featuring The Sopranos' Vincent Pastore, Home Improvement's Jimmy Labriola, and the comedian cast of The Night of 1000 Guidos show. All proceeds will benefit Sparrow Hospital's Herbert-Herman Cancer Center. Contact Scofes & Associates at 517-485-5536 with any questions.

Sunday, Oct. 14

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. Delta Tau Omega chapter, 14th Gourmet Gents
3 p.m.-6 p.m., Waterfront Bar and Grill, Lansing City Market, 325 City Market Drive, Lansing
Food and wine tasting. $20 per person in advance and $25 per person at the door. Ticket needed for entry. Proceeds benefit Delta Tau Omega community programs and scholarships. Contact Veronica Wilkerson Johnson at verondeeconslting@gmail.com with questions.

Wednesday, Oct. 17

Distinguished Citizen Award Gala
5:30 p.m., Hawk Hollow Golf Course, Bath
Public welcome. All proceeds from the Gala will be used to fund a Scoutreach program offered by Chief Okemos. To register for the Gala, visit www.scoutingevent.com/272-dcd2018lansing.

Saturday, Oct. 20

Mobile Food Pantry
9 a.m.-11 a.m. or until food runs out, Friendship Baptist Church, 2912 Pleasant Grove Rd., Lansing
Distribution of free, non-perishable food items.

Saturday, Oct. 27

Horror in the Heartland Tour
7 p.m.-11 p.m. 2800 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing
Tickets are $35 per person and are sold on a first come first serve basis. Join the author of Haunted Lansing and paranormal investigators from Tri-City Ghost Hunters Society for a night of ghost hunting, true crime talk, and creepy history in rural Mid-Michigan.

Saturday, Nov. 3

Arts and crafts show
9 a.m.-3 p.m. Emanuel Lutheran Church, 1001 N. Capitol Ave.
Crafters wanted for the arts and crafts show. For more information, contact Deb at (517) 321-3254.

Sunday, Nov. 11

Ingham County Veterans Day Parade
3 p.m., Corner of Maple Street and Steel Street

Monday, Nov. 12

Clinton County Community Conversation on Homelessness
6 p.m.-8 p.m., AgroLiquid, 3055 M-21, St. Johns
Anyone from Clinton County welcome. A community conversation dedicated to addressing issues related to homelessness in the county. If you have any questions, call Hudson Bennett at 989-312-5596 or email hbennett@hs-mm.org.

Ongoing

Burger Night and Euchre Night
Every Monday in October and November, Burger baskets served 5 p.m.- 7 p.m., Euchre served 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m., Columbus Hall, 5300 N. Grand River, Lansing
Burgers $6 per basket. Euchre $5 per person. Public welcome. For more information, contact 517-321-2209 or visit www.788.councilnet.us.

Dewitt YMCA Fall Open House Week
Monday, Sept. 24- Sunday, Sept. 30, Dewitt YMCA, 13161 Schavey Rd., Dewitt
Come in and see all that the Y has to offer.

Max and Louis Boyang 3rd annual art show and sale
Opening reception Sunday, Sept. 16. Show goes until Oct. 6. The Arty Party Studio, 2112 Hamilton Rd., Okemos
Prodigy 13 year old twins Max and Louis Boyang showcase. For more information call 517-881-4203.

East Lansing Community Theatre presents William Shakespeare's "King Lear"
Sept. 20-22, 7 p.m., Hannah Community Center's Albert A White Theater for the Performing Arts, 819 Abbot Road, East Lansing
Cost $10 at the front desk.

Coat Drive
Collection times, 11:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Tuesdays, 11:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Wednesdays, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Thursdays, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays, Christ's Kingdom Builders, 719 E. Cesar Chavez Ave., Lansing
Starts Sept. 10 and runs through Oct. 20. Accepting all new and slightly used coats of all sizes. Goal 100 kids coats and 50 adult coats. One coat per person. Those in need register for a coat by calling 517-657-3509 or email christskbc@gmail.com.

Downtown East Lansing's 2018 Sidewalk Sales
September 13-16, Hours will vary among participating businesses
Downtown merchants will be offering sales and specials along sidewalks and in stores. Participating businesses will have a limited number of free parking vouchers for shoppers that make purchases. For a list of businesses and sales, visit www.cityofeastlansing.com/sidewalksales.

Peace Pole pursuit
Throughout the month of September in the Greater Lansing area
Take a selfie at a Greater Lansing peace pole and share your picture on the Facebook page. Reach and photograph 15+ poles and be listed on the PeaceQuest website, be recognized at the Sept. 30 event, and receive a "Peace Pole Pursuit pack" and certificate of completion. For more details visit peacequestgreaterlansing.org.

Senior art classes
10 a.m.-12 p.m. Mondays at Hobby Lobby in Lansing, 1-4 p.m. Mondays at Ledge Craft Lane in Grand Ledge, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Tuesdays at 7225 Creekside in West Lansing, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Hobby Lobby in East Lansing, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Thursdays at Ledge Craft Lane in Grand Ledge
Classes begin the week of Sept. 4, and cover oils, watercolors and acrylics. All skill levels welcome. Call Carol at 517-627-8242 for more information.

Delta Community Choir applications
Rehearsals 7-8:30 p.m. Mondays
DCC is accepting applications for the fall season, Sept. 10-Dec. 9. The Christmas concert will be 4 p.m. Dec. 5. For more information, contact (517) 627-6202 or e_maclady@comcast.net.

Knights of Columbus Council 788 Burger Nights
5-8:30 p.m. Mondays, Columbus Hall, 5300 N. Grand River Ave.
A basket with a burger and fries is $6 each. For more information, contact us at (517) 321-2209 or at www.788.councilnet.us.

Thrifty Sparrow Re-Sale Shop
8 a.m.-12 p.m. Mondays, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. first and third Wednesdays, 2-5 p.m. Fridays, Sparrow Hospital St. Lawrence campus, 1210 W. Saginaw St., Lansing
The resale shop has collection of clothing, accessories, décor, home goods and more. Proceeds benefit Sparrow Hospice Services. For more information, call 364-7185.

Quilting club
2-6 p.m. Mondays (except holidays), Eaton Rapids Public Library, 220 S. Main St.
All are welcome. Park in the lot behind the library or on Main Street. Handicapped accessible at all entrances. For more information, contact Joyce Griffith at (517) 231-9960 or joycegriffith88@gmail.com.  

Arabic for Kids
5-6 p.m. Mondays, MSU CeLTA Language School, Wells Hall, 619 Red Cedar Road, East Lansing
Class is for ages 6-12. Cost is $150 per child; multiple child discounts are available. Class is 10 sessions, running Sept. 10-Nov. 12.

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.

Ladies Silver Blades Figure Skating Club
9:30-11:20 a.m. Thursdays September through May, Suburban Ice, 2810 Hannah Blvd., East Lansing
Join other adult women for skating practice for all skill levels. There will be opportunities for group lessons with a professional ice skating coach each week. Cost is $5 per session. For more information, visit ladiessilverblades.com or call (517) 574-4380.

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