Holiday Light Parade Entries Now Being Accepted
Nov 11, 2009 - Dec 5, 2009
Applications are being accepted for Williamston's 13th Annual Holiday Light Parade being held on Saturday, December 5, 2009, at 6:00 p.m. in downtown Williamston.
What a great way to get word out about your service organization, your business, or just a great way to have fun!
And, it’s FREE! Be a part of one of the best light parades around!
For an entry form, contact 517-655-1549, info@williamston.org, or go to www.williamston.org and print out a Parade Entry Application.
"Trees for Troops" hosted by Peacock Road Tree Farm
Nov 10, 2009 - Dec 6, 2009
The Peacock Road Tree Farm, 11854 Peacock Rd., Laingsburg (2 miles north of Clark Rd. - look for the signs!)
The owners of The Peacock Road Tree Farm in rural Laingsburg are gearing up for another year of participation in a program of national pride. They were chosen again this year to be a staging site for the 2009 "Trees for Troops" effort, a nationwide program which will provide more than 15,000 real Christmas trees to military families across the United States and overseas.
The program "Trees for Troops" is a collaborative effort between the non-profit organization Christmas SPIRIT Foundation, FedEx and Christmas Tree Farm Organizations around the nation.
It works this way: Individuals, families, church groups, school groups, etc. can "sponsor" fresh cut trees from The Peacock Road Tree Farm for only $25 each to be distributed. They can include a greeting card with a personal message or sentiment that they might like to convey to a military family, which will be tied to the tree. Trees can be purchased now through Dec. 6th, and will be shipped on Dec. 7th to their destinations at the designated military bases.
Trees for Troops" began in 2005 when FedEx, who donates the shipping of the trees, and the Christmas SPIRIT Foundation, delivered nearly 12,000 trees to military families at 25 bases in 17 countries. This year, the two organizations, with the help of consumers and participating Christmas tree farms, plan to deliver 15,000-17,000 trees!
"This is a great way for people to show their support and compassion, by providing a gift to the families who are making a sacrifice, and thereby giving the gift of security to the people of our country," says Ed Carpenter, owner of The Peacock Road Tree Farm.
For more information visit www.treesfortroops.org.
2009 Red Nose Ruckus Tickets on Sale Now!
Nov 10, 2009 - Dec 4, 2009 6:00 p.m.
Ingham County Fairgrounds, Mason
This fun and rollicking event is hosted by local radio celebrity, Tim Barron, Chair and MC for the event and, presenting sponsor, Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA).
Included in price of admission is dancing to the lively tunes of the Sea Cruisers Band, food, beer and wine, a live and silent auction, carnival rides, holiday photo opportunities and a tree decorating contest.
Tickets are $20 single/$30 couple.
All proceeds benefit Child & Family Services/Angel House - a local nonprofit agency helping abused and neglected children for more than 90 years.
For more information contact Demphna Krikorian at 517-882-4000, ext. 126 or e-mail demphna@childandfamily.org to purchase tickets
Fall Into Reading Adult Reading Program
Nov 9, 2009 - Dec 21, 2009
Grand Ledge Area District Library, 131 E. Jefferson St., Grand Ledge
The Grand Ledge Area District Library is launching its first-ever Adult Reading Program!
Entry forms are available at the library’s branches in downtown Grand Ledge and Wacousta. This program encourages adults to explore the wide variety of books and audio-books available through the library.
Participants read or listen to three books in nine categories to complete a Tic-Tac-Toe grid that enters them in weekly prize drawings.
Grand Ledge Area District Library (517) 627-7014
Live Christmas Wreath Fundraising by the Kiwanis Club of Okemos
Nov 5, 2009 - Nov 25, 2009
Live Christmas Wreath Fundraising by the Kiwanis Club of Okemos.
Beautiful, live, mixed evergreen (balsams, pines, etc.), pine cones, and berries in a 24 inch diameter wreath to hang on your door, fireplace, mirrors, or lamp posts.
Delivered fresh from a refrigerated truck and directly to you upon receipt - which will be in time for holiday decorating before Thanksgiving!
Price is only $29, payable at time of ordering, with all proceeds to benefit local Kiwanis projects for children and the community. Please make checks payable to the Kiwanis Club of Okemos.
See any Okemos Kiwanis member or call Donna or Larry at 349-3238.
1st Annual Fall Harvest Food Drive
Nov 1, 2009 - Dec 31, 2009 .
Drop off locations include: Abbott Road Animal Clinic, Capital Area Humane Society, Caring Animal Hospital, East Lansing Veterinary Care, Lansing Veterinary Medical Center, Mason Veterinary Clinic, Miller Animal Clinic, Pennsylvania Veterinary Care, Red Cedar Animal Hospital, Riverfront Animal Hospital, Riverside Cat Clinic, Schultz Veterinary Clinic and Southside Animal Hospital.
Help feed Greater Lansing for the Holdiays. Please donate non-perishable food items and unopened pet food.
For more information call 517-393-9200.
Holiday Pet Food Drive
Nov 2, 2009 - Nov 20, 2009 .
Snow Animal Health Care
Please help us collect dog and cat food for two local shelters! Food can be dropped off at Snow Animal Health Care - 617 Michigan Street, Eaton Rapids.
Nicole Mackinder
517-663-4000
Fall into Reading Adult Reading Program
Nov 1, 2009 - Dec 21, 2009 .
Grand Ledge Area District Library, 131 E. Jefferson St., Grand Ledge, MI 48837
Participants can read or listen to books to win prizes.
Library Staff at (517) 627-7014
Childbirth Education Classes
Oct 26, 2009 - Dec 31, 2009 .
Classes are held in several Lansing/East Lansing locations, Holt, and St. Johns, on weekday evenings and in Lansing on Saturday’s.
EXPECTANT PARENTS ORGANIZATION: Preparing for Birth, Labor & Delivery, and Newborn Care and Feeding Combo Series for first-time parents. Classes are held in several Lansing/East Lansing locations, Holt, and St. Johns, on weekday evenings and in Lansing on Saturday’s. Other classes available are: eLearning Class, Breastfeeding Class, Parents Expecting Multiples, Refresher Series, Teen Series and Sibling Class. Call now to register at (517) 337-7365, or find us on the web at www.epobaby.org. Classes ongoing. Call for dates and times.
Expectant Parents Organization. (517) 337-7365
Parenting 911 Class (FREE)
Nov 6, 2009 - Dec 17, 2009 6:30PM-8:00PM (no class 11/26)
Neff Elementary School, Grand Ledge, MI
FREE class for parents who need help managing and communicating with their teen. This class will cover topics such as, challenges set forth by teens, success plans for parents and teens, how to maintain sanity while parenting your teen and much more!
Mary Jo Pangborn
YES Center Director
517-925-5460
German Classes
Oct 21, 2009 - Nov 30, 2009 .
Arobor Grove Church McCain Rd.
German classes beginning and advanced.
Mike Ross 517-787-7219
Cogntive-Behavioral Stress Management Series
Oct 15, 2009 - Nov 30, 2009 .
1151 Michigan Ave East lansing
Written and Facilitated by Behavioral Therapist Telka Arend-Ritter L.M.S.W, this 11-session program has been successfully treating stress depression, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, career burnout, parenting concerns, relationship problems, divorce adjustment, weight issues, and procrastination in the Lansing area for the past 15 years.
Telka Arend-Ritter
517-853-5799
Marriage Matters Jackson Fall Workshops
Oct 5, 2009 - Nov 30, 2009 .
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Marriage Matters of Jackson offering a number of workshops in the months of October and November.
For complete lists with dates, times, locations call 517-796-5116 or go to www.MarriageMattersJackson.com.
Oak Park YMCA Adult Sports Fall 2009 Season
Sep 15, 2009 - Dec 31, 2009 .
Oak Park YMCA, South Lansing
If you are looking to get involved in a sport close to home, look no further than the Oak Park YMCA. As the YMCA's sports department grows so does the programs being offered. Participation is free to YMCA members, $5 for community participants.
For complete listing of leagues being offered, contact Chris Meese, Oak Park Sports Coordinator, 517-699-9622 or cmeese@ymcaoflansing.org.
Oak Park YMCA Offers Numerous Youth Sports Opportunities
Sep 15, 2009 - Dec 31, 2009 .
Oak Park YMCA, South Lansing
Youth sports at the Oak Park YMCA is an ever-growing and evolving landscape, becoming the hub for youth sports in south Lansing, Holt and Mason. Sports for all ages, boy or girl. Scholarships also available for those who qualify.
For more information on any Oak Park YMCA sport program, contact Chris Meese, Sports Coordinator, 517-699-9622 or cmeese@ymcaoflansing.org.
Childbirth Education Classes
Sep 9, 2009 - Dec 31, 2009 .
Lansing/East Lansing, Holt, St. Johns
EXPECTANT PARENTS ORGANIZATION: Preparing for Birth, Labor & Delivery, and Newborn Care and Feeding Combo Series for first-time parents. Classes are held in several Lansing/East Lansing locations, Holt, and St. Johns, on weekday evenings and in Lansing on Saturday’s. Other classes available are: eLearning Class, Breastfeeding Class, Parents Expecting Multiples, Refresher Series, Teen Series and Sibling Class. Call now to register at (517) 337-7365, or find us on the web at www.epobaby.org.
EPO at (517) 337-7365.
Downtown Social Hour
Aug 5, 2009 - Dec 2, 2009 .
Aug. 5- Kelly's Downtown; Sept. 2- The Corner Bar & Grill; Oct. 7- Capitol City Grille; Nov. 4- Troppo; Dec. 2- Rum Runners
Are you tired of the daily grind? Is the nine to five getting you down? Do you need a break from hitting the books? Celebrate the middle of the week at Downtown Social Hour!
Every first Wednesday of the month from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. the Lansing Principal Shopping District and your favorite downtown bars and restaurants are inviting you for cheap drinks and friendly conversation with everyone in the neighborhood.
Lansing Principal Shopping District
517-487-3322
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