Things To Do In the Community
Weekdays and first Saturdays of the month, ~ Portland ~ Taggart's Indoor Playground -Portland Church of the Nazarene Family Life Center Suggested $1 donation per child. Closed on holidays.
Beginning September 25th: Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 p.m., and Sundays at 4:00 p.m. ~ East Lansing ~ Abrams Planetarium~ Two Small Pieces of Glass: a discussion on the history of the telescope: Public planetarium shows are scheduled for adults, $3.00; students and senior citizens, $2.50; children (age 12 and under), $2.00
Beginning September 25th: Sundays at 2:30 p.m. ~ East Lansing ~ Abrams Planetarium~ The Little Star That Could: a lonely little star guides children through an exciting story while introducing them to a variety of different animated star clusters. This show is designed for children preschool through second grade. Public planetarium shows are scheduled for adults, $3.00; students and senior citizens, $2.50; children (age 12 and under), $2.00
Mon-Thu, 9am-11pm; Fri-Sat, 9am-1am; Sun 12pm-10pm ~ Owosso ~ Capitol Bowl: Monday- Friday (before 5 p.m. $2.75/game; Monday- Thursday after 5 p.m. $3.25/game; Friday 5 p.m. - Sunday $3.50/game)
Monday through Friday ~ East Lansing ~ MSU Dairy Store ~ Open 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m on Saturday & Noon - 8:00 p.m. on Sunday. Price range from $1.75-$5.25.
Mon-Sat ~ East Lansing ~ Saper Galleries and Custom Framing ~ The Art of Dr. Seuss - Graphics and Sculpture- (517) 351-0815. Click here for details
Mon-Sun, 9-8 p.m. ~ St. Johns ~ Andy T’s ~ Andy T’s gate area offers a wide variety of fun fall activities including a straw maze, Halloween blow-up maze, petting farm, and sandbox play area. $3.00 per person.
Open daily sunrise-sunset ~ Lansing ~ Cooley Gardens ~ The Cooley Gardens are home to a variety of beautiful plants, artwork, and pavilions. Admission is free.
Kensington Metropark Farm Center ~ Howell ~ Intended for children and adults to come and learn about life on a farm. Hayrides and sleigh rides are available on weekends – call 800-477-3178 for more information.
Open seven days a week, year round ~ Portland ~ Almar Orchards ~ Almar Orchards offers a petting zoo, hayrides, fresh produce market and more! Call (810) 659-6568 for more information.
Mon-Fri 10a.m.-5p.m., Saturday 10a.m.-7p.m., Sunday 12p.m.-5p.m. ~ Lansing ~ Impression 5 Science Center ~ Impression 5 Science Center invites people of all ages to explore, appreciate, and understand the wonders of the physical world. Adults and Students $5.00 admission. Kids under 5 pay their age.
Tuesday-Saturday 10a.m.-5p.m. ~ Lansing ~ REOlds Trans. Museum ~ Rated on of “The Ten Best Automobile Museums in the United States," The R.E. Olds Transportation Museum showcases rare and interesting vehicles. Free admission for Little when accompanied by a paying Big (must present membership card).
Tues, Wed, Thurs, Sat 11a.m.-6p.m., Friday 12p.m.-8p.m., Sundays 12p.m.-5p.m. ~ Okemos ~ Art Unlimited ~ Art Unlimited is a paint your own pottery and clay studio. Half off all studio fees for Bigs and Littles when you present your membership card.
November 27-29 and December 4-6 ~ lansing ~ Riverwalk Theatre ~ The Riverwalk Theatre is presenting the Bremen Town Musicians: a children’s musical by Stan Gill. Tickets go on sale October 27th.
November 21, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. ~ Saginaw ~ Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge ~ All ages are welcome to come and learn about how the winter affects plants and animals. Dress for the weather-admission is free!
December 2, 10 a.m. ~ Saginaw ~ Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge ~ Each month the Green Point ELC offers a story hour for young children accompanied by adults. Admission is free.
Thursday, November 11 at 10:00a.m. and December 17 10a.m. ~ Okemos ~ Chipmunk Story Time ~ Chicory Chipmunk will be at the Harris Nature Center to provide nature stories, games, and a walk. $3.00/child.
November 23 ~ Charlotte ~ eaton county festivals ~ The Charlotte Parade travels through downtown Charlotte with Santa on a fire truck.
November 7 and 8, 1-5 p.m. ~ Saint Johns ~ Charlotte Event Calendar ~ The Last Hurrah Weekend and Taste of Uncle John’s will be held November 7th. The event includes free horse drawn wagon rides and train rides. Call 989-224-3686 for more information.
December 2, starting at 5 p.m. ~ Ionia ~ Electric Light Christmas Parade ~ The 33rd annual Electric Light Christmas Parade starts at 5 p.m.
December 6th, 12 p.m. ~ Bellevue ~ Bellevue Christmas Parade ~ The Bellevue Christmas Parade starts at noon and includes a tree lighting ceremony. The parade ends at the Bellevue Elemin downtown Ionia. Call (616) 527-2560 for more information.
December 4th ~ Grand Ledge ~ eaton county festivals ~ The Grand Ledge Christmas Parade will feature a lighted float parade that ends with Santa at the Sun Theater. Call (517) 627-2383 for more information.
December 5th ~ Eaton Rapids ~ eaton county festivals ~ The Eaton Rapids Hometown Family Christmas takes place on the first Saturday in December. Enjoy a Holiday Lights parade and watch downtown Eaton Rapids come alive! Call (517) 627-2383 for more information.
December 6th, 12 p.m. ~ Bellevue ~ Bellevue Christmas Parade ~ The Bellevue Christmas Parade starts at noon and includes a tree lighting ceremony. The parade ends at the Bellevue Elementary School where kids can enjoy a puppet show in the gym at 1:30 p.m. Make sure not to miss Santa! He will be visiting the town from 5-8 p.m. at the Bellevue hardware store.
November 27-December 27, Thursday – Sunday 5 p.m.-8 p.m. ~ Ingham County ~Potter Park Zoo ~ Potter Park zoo presents “Wonderland of Lights” where everything glows! On Friday’s and Saturday’s the event includes kids’ crafts, cookie decorating, animal presentations, musical entertainment, and Santa and Mrs. Claus. $2.00 for ages 3-15, $4.00 for ages 16-59, $3.00 for ages 60 plus. Zoo Society members get in free.
December 5, 6p.m.~ Williamston ~ Holiday Light Parade ~ Illuminated floats and cars, marching bands, and animals. Along with a visit from santa and many shops offering FREE popcorn, hot cocoa, and hot cider.
2nd Friday and Monday of each Month from October-June~Owosso ~ Rollhaven Skating ~ Wear the character counts color of the month and skate free from 6:00- 9:00 on Friday and 1:00-5:00 on Sunday. Skate/Blade Rental $3.
December 7, 4:15 p.m.~ Holt/ Delhi~ Reindeer Visit with a holiday story and craft at the Holt/ Delhi Library
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