Community Calendar

2025 Guggenheim Fellow Michael Dease is one of the world's eminent trombonists, lending his versatile sound and signature improvisations to over 250 recordings and groups as diverse as Grammy winning artists David Sanborn, Christian McBride, Michel Camilo, and Alicia Keys. Born in Augusta, GA, he played the saxophone and trumpet before choosing the trombone at age 17. In 2001, Dease moved to New York City to become part of the historic first class of jazz students at The Juilliard School, earning both Bachelors and Masters degrees, and quickly established a reputation as a brilliant soloist, sideperson, and bandleader.

During this event, participants will help transcribe handwritten historical documents from the Smithsonian Institution. These transcriptions create searchable data that supports research, education, and public access to America’s historical records.
https://gladl.libcal.com/event/15707056

Unlock a world of wonder and discovery at our Living Museum! Join us Friday, April 10, 2026, from 5 – 8 p.m. for an evening of interactive experiences that will immerse you in the world of conservation and the natural world.

Our hands-on activities are designed for guests of all ages to learn about the care of animals at the zoo and our conservation efforts both locally and globally.

This event is part of the MSU Science Festival Nights at the Museum series, a multi-day event highlighting science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) through talks, demonstrations, tours, open houses, and hands-on activities for lifelong learners of all ages.

Admission is free and open to all ages, so bring the whole family and join us for an evening of learning and fun! No registration is needed. Visit www.sciencefestival.msu.edu for more information.

Closing Celebration of 517 E&I Week - An elevated closeout experience for this year's event featuring curated cocktails, live DJ sets, and visuals celebrating Lansing’s innovators.

Imagine some of the world’s most talented four-legged performers in a funny canine comedy spectacular that is leaving audiences everywhere howling for more! The all-star lineup includes a two-time World Champion Frisbee dog, a hilarious six-pound Pomeranian Pikachu mix, and a host of amazing rescue dogs that will dance, prance, flip, and skip their way right into your heart.

Jackson College Theatre Department presents Noises Off, April 10, 7 p.m., April 11, 7 p.m., April 12, 1 p.m.

Noises Off is a fast-paced comedy about a group of actors trying—and failing—to put on a play. Missed cues, forgotten lines, and backstage conflicts quickly turn the show into chaos. Told from both the audience’s view and behind the scenes, this classic farce is full of physical humor and perfectly timed mishaps that build to nonstop laughs.

Adults
Learn and Earn your Safe Boating Certification in one day! To legally operate a boat in Michigan, state law requires anyone born AFTER 7/1/1996 to have their Safe Boating Certification.

Join us for the 39th annual A Rally of Writers, Michigan's biggest and best writers conference. This year's keynote speaker is Hammett Award and Nero Prize-winning novelist, Stephen Mack Jones. There are 16 workshops for writers and poets of all levels.
Early-bird Registration ends March 31.

Celebrating decades of fantastic music from all over the map, "The Grand American Road Trip" is a high-energy, feel-good evening of irresistible hits like, "New York State of Mind", "Route 66", "Vehicle", "Pink Cadillac" and countless others! Enjoy desserts, coffee, and for Saturday only, you can bring in your own wine and beer. Join in the rockin' ride and unforgettable tunes at The Grand Ledge Opera House.

Don't miss the matinee on April 12th at 2:30 pm!

Step into a night of color, culture, and pure energy at UrbanBeat’s Festival of Color.

Inspired by the vibrant traditions of Holi, this immersive experience brings together music, movement, and celebration in a way that’s meant to be felt—not just watched. Expect a high-energy atmosphere filled with bold visuals, community connection, and moments you won’t forget.

Come ready to dance, celebrate, and leave a little more colorful than you arrived.

🗓️ Saturday, April 11
⏰ 6:30–10 PM
📍 UrbanBeat, Old Town Lansing