Is your benefits strategy doing enough to attract and retain talent? 
HR professionals, business owners, and organizational leaders are invited to join this free webinar featuring Sarah Jennings, CPA, CFE, CAE, principal at Maner Costerisan, alongside trusted partners Brown &amp; Brown and HRM, for an insightful discussion on maximizing the value of your employee benefits package.
Learn how to evaluate your benefits package, explore traditional and nontraditional offerings, benchmark against competitors and use employee feedback and data to strengthen your total rewards strategy. Whether you're looking to attract top talent or improve employee retention, you'll leave with practical strategies you can implement immediately. CPE credit is available.
Register for the free webinar:<a href="https://zoom.us/webinar/register/4317823096791/WN_UISs16qCRTClbyiQJnYavQ" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> https://zoom.us/webinar/register/4317823096791/WN_UISs16qCRTClbyiQJnYavQ</a>

Local Event: Beyond Health Insurance: Evaluating and Enhancing Your Total Benefits Strategy

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Beyond Health Insurance: Evaluating and...

Is your benefits strategy doing enough to attract and retain talent? 
HR professionals, business owners, and organizational...

Beyond Health Insurance: Evaluating and Enhancing Your Total Benefits Strategy

UrbanBeat

Immerse yourself with 5 days of Jazz!
August 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 in Old Town, Lansing
Wednesday, Thursday &amp; Sunday bring an intimate atmosphere with performances inside UrbanBeat Event Center. Friday &amp; Saturday, JazzFest takes over the streets of Old Town bringing the city 2 additional stages on Turner Street &amp; at the Fish Ladder Music Park!
Performances By:
Pickle Mafia
Phillip Manuel
Cat Daddy
Detroit Jazz Experience
The Lansing Concert Big-Band
MSU Nonet plays Jeff Haas
Jeff Baldori plays Mose Allison
Clique Vocals
School of Rock
Max Gage
800G
Tom Duffield
Jamm Scholarship Band
&amp; more!
Tickets Coming Soon
<a href="https://www.urbanbeatevents.com/entertainment#June" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">More Information/Tickets</a>This Event Runs From Aug 5, 2026, 5:00pm to Aug 9, 2026, 11:59pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)
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Local Event: JazzFest 2026

JazzFest 2026

Immerse yourself with 5 days of Jazz!
August 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 in Old Town, Lansing
Wednesday, Thursday & Sunday bring an intimate...

The Reading People

Join us for a night to celebrate local educators and start the school year strong with free classroom supplies, books for classroom libraries, and arts and crafts materials. This community event for Greater Lansing area educators includes door prizes, special gifts, and snacks with no registration required.

Local Event: 2nd Annual Teacher Appreciation Night

2nd Annual Teacher Appreciation Night

Join us for a night to celebrate local educators and start the school year strong with free classroom supplies, books for...

Join The Reading People for a community book swap featuring free books for all ages while they last, fresh Big Apple Bagels, and refreshments. This month's event celebrates National Parks and includes fun activities for kids, welcoming all adults and families at no cost to attend.

Local Event: Second Saturday Community Book Swap

Second Saturday Community Book Swap

Join The Reading People for a community book swap featuring free books for all ages while they last, fresh Big Apple Bagels,...

Join the fun by painting part of one of LAFCU's iconic six-foot-tall letters at Phil Denny's Armory Smooth Jazz Fete Sat., Aug. 8. The letter "F" will be a paint-by-number interactive activity to bring community members together in creativity and connection. Local artists will be on hand to paint the remaining letters (L-A-C-U). LAFCU will also be offering giveaways and its popular Money Machine cash-grab experience during the festival, which runs&nbsp; 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Lansing Armory, 330 Marshall St., Lansing. Featuring live smooth jazz, soul, funk and R&amp;B performances, food vendors, beer and wine, local artists and merchandise, the festival is for adults 21 and older. For tickets and information, visit <a href="https://www.smoothjazzfete.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">smoothjazzfete.com.</a>

Local Event: LAFCU Letter Paint at Smooth Jazz Fete

LAFCU Letter Paint at Smooth Jazz Fete

Join the fun by painting part of one of LAFCU's iconic six-foot-tall letters at Phil Denny's Armory Smooth Jazz Fete Sat., Aug....

Sears Parking Lot

Join the Kiwanis Club of East Lansing for their massive annual garage sale featuring both public shoppers and various vendors. Vendors can secure a spot for only $40, which includes a total of four spaces allowed for setting up and parking, making this a prime opportunity for sellers to clear out their inventory.

Local Event: Kiwanis Club of East Lansing Annual Garage Sale

Kiwanis Club of East Lansing Annual Garage Sale

Join the Kiwanis Club of East Lansing for their massive annual garage sale featuring both public shoppers and various vendors....

One North Kitchen & Bar

Join the Kiwanis Club of East Lansing for a fun night out featuring 10 games of bingo and a high-value silent auction. For a $40 entry, you can win incredible prizes while supporting local community service projects that benefit children and families throughout the Greater Lansing area.

Local Event: Kiwanis Community Bingo Night

Kiwanis Community Bingo Night

Join the Kiwanis Club of East Lansing for a fun night out featuring 10 games of bingo and a high-value silent auction. For a...

Help local students start the school year prepared by donating school supplies and hygiene items during LAFCU’s fifth annual Back-to-School Extravaganza, happening now until the giveaway event.
Donations can be dropped off during regular business hours at LAFCU’s West Lansing and South Lansing branches. Collected items will support K-12 students in the Lansing area and will be distributed during LAFCU’s Back-to-School Extravaganza giveaway event on Aug. 23.
Needed items include backpacks, notebooks, folders, paper, pencils, pens, crayons, glue sticks, scissors, toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant, travel-size hygiene products, disinfecting wipes, tissues and more.
View the full donation list and drop-off locations at lafcu.com/backtoschool.

Local Event: LAFCU’s Back-to-School Extravaganza Donation Collection

LAFCU’s Back-to-School Extravaganza Donation...

Help local students start the school year prepared by donating school supplies and hygiene items during LAFCU’s fifth annual...

LAFCU’s Back-to-School Extravaganza Donation Collection

The Green Door

Inspired by the romance, chaos, and late-night college energy of the hit sports-romance universe Off Campus is the ultimate dance party for the girls who fell for hockey players, house parties and messy love stories. We’ll be spinning the soundtrack and pop fan favorites, the kind of songs that that belong at a Briar U hockey party. Plus, visuals from the series playing on screen all night for the full Off Campus experience. 🏒<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/154261/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More info

Local Event: party iconic. Presents - Off Campus Dance Party

party iconic. Presents - Off Campus Dance Party

Inspired by the romance, chaos, and late-night college energy of the hit sports-romance universe Off Campus is the ultimate...

Stay ahead of the latest changes impacting not-for-profit financial reporting. This free webinar breaks down key insights from the AICPA Not-for-Profit Industry Conference, including guidance on going concern analysis and recent accounting and auditing updates affecting nonprofit organizations. 
Presented by Kimberly Westfall, CPA, CGMA, Senior Manager, and Ryan Babiak, CPA, Senior Manager, at Maner Costerisan, the session will provide practical guidance to help nonprofit leaders better understand their responsibilities, documentation requirements and upcoming standards. Participants will leave better informed, compliant and prepared for what's next. CPE credit available.
Register here: <a href="https://zoom.us/webinar/register/9817851581556/WN_GgQQavmiQRqSfX6lTqibtA#/registration" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://zoom.us/webinar/register/9817851581556/WN_GgQQavmiQRqSfX6lTqibtA#/registration</a>

Local Event: Nonprofit Education Series: AICPA Not-for-Profit Industry Conference Takeaways

Nonprofit Education Series: AICPA...

Stay ahead of the latest changes impacting not-for-profit financial reporting. This free webinar breaks down key insights from...

Nonprofit Education Series: AICPA Not-for-Profit Industry Conference Takeaways

Burchard Park

Race Day Schedule 5:30-6:45am Packet Pickup 6:55am Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line and we will walk participants out to the starting area) 7:00am National Anthem and Race Start! Results and Awards are live and available at the Registration tent immediately following your finish!
Every Registration Includes Great Swag - designer shirt Custom medal Chip-timing with live results and awards Free photos FREE Kona Ice at the finish line! Plenty of fun! Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!
*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 &amp; Under are only $17!
*Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!
More Than a Run Because we’re all about fun, family-friendly events that welcome every pace and fitness level. This spring race is the perfect chance to challenge yourself, enjoy creative swag, and be part of an encouraging, affordable, and inclusive community. Whether you're chasing a PR or just showing up for the fun, we’re here to cheer you on every step of the way.
Run your race, your way.
5K/10K/15K registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal! 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal! The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/147976/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More Info

Local Event: Summer Sizzler- Lansing

Summer Sizzler- Lansing

Race Day Schedule 5:30-6:45am Packet Pickup 6:55am Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line and we will walk participants out to the...

Strong organizations thrive when they can clearly identify problems, streamline processes, and turn insights into action. Maner Costerisan consulting experts Sarah Jennings, CPA, CFE, CAE, Principal, and Bethany Verble, CPA, CFE, CBPA, Senior Manager, explore how structured process improvement approaches can help nonprofits and small businesses. 
This free webinar will cover how organizations can reduce inefficiencies, strengthen operations, and make better use of limited resources to create a foundation for sustainable growth and long-term success. 
Register today and discover how to identify the friction in your organization and build a plan to move forward. CPE credit available.<a href="https://zoom.us/webinar/register/9817851581556/WN_GgQQavmiQRqSfX6lTqibtA#/registration" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"></a>

Local Event: Finding the Friction: Identifying and Solving Process Issues that Limit Performance

Finding the Friction: Identifying and Solving...

Strong organizations thrive when they can clearly identify problems, streamline processes, and turn insights into action. Maner...

Finding the Friction: Identifying and Solving Process Issues that Limit Performance

Potter Park Zoo

Race Day Schedule 7:30-8:45am Packet Pickup 8:55am Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line and we will walk participants out to the starting area) 9:00am National Anthem and Race Start! Results and Awards are live and available at the Registration tent immediately following your finish!
Every Registration Includes Great Swag - designer shirt Custom medal Chip-timing with live results and awards Free photos FREE snacks at the finish line! Plenty of fun! Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!
*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 &amp; Under are only $17!
*Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!
More Than a Run Because we’re all about fun, family-friendly events that welcome every pace and fitness level. This spring race is the perfect chance to challenge yourself, enjoy creative swag, and be part of an encouraging, affordable, and inclusive community. Whether you're chasing a PR or just showing up for the fun, we’re here to cheer you on every step of the way.
Run your race, your way.
5k/10k/Half Marathon registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal! 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal! The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/151703/t/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Lansing

Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Lansing

Race Day Schedule 7:30-8:45am Packet Pickup 8:55am Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line and we will walk participants out to the...

Race Day Schedule
7:30-8:45am Packet Pickup 8:55am Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line and we will walk participants out to the starting area) 9:00am National Anthem and Race Start!
Results and Awards are live and available at the Registration tent immediately following your finish!
Every Registration Includes Great Swag - designer shirt Custom medal Chip-timing with live results and awards Free photos FREE snacks at the finish line! Plenty of fun!
Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!
*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 &amp; Under are only $17!
*Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!
More Than a Run
Because we’re all about fun, family-friendly events that welcome every pace and fitness level. This spring race is the perfect chance to challenge yourself, enjoy creative swag, and be part of an encouraging, affordable, and inclusive community. Whether you're chasing a PR or just showing up for the fun, we’re here to cheer you on every step of the way.
Run your race, your way.
5k/10k/Half Marathon registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal! 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal! The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/152268/t/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: Spooky Sprint- Lansing

Spooky Sprint- Lansing

Race Day Schedule
7:30-8:45am Packet Pickup 8:55am Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line and we will walk participants out to the...

Central United Methodist Church

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Lansing. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Michael Jackson at Lansing Central United Methodist Church under the gentle glow of candlelight.
This is a tribute concert experience. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the artist, their estate, or official representatives.
General Info Venue: Lansing Central United Methodist Church Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector Duration: 60 minutes. Doors open 45 minutes before the show. No entry once it starts Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult Accessibility: this venue is ADA compliant View the FAQs for this event <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vQ8cQN7UdV0naTsb-IB85bOphApf_FgsYxapW-izkf4DKDg7o4l0Vz3KG6o5GwknDrL5XKBbiV2nQVv/pub" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">here</a> Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone If you would like to book a private concert or buy regular tickets for a large group (+30 people), click <a href="https://candlelightexperience.com/groups/#groups-form" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">here</a> Check out all the <a href="https://feverup.com/en/lansing/candlelight" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Candlelight concerts</a> in Lansing To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click <a href="https://feverup.com/m/499832" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">here</a>
Tentative Program
<ul><li>I Want You Back</li><li>Rock With You</li><li>Human Nature</li><li>Billie Jean</li><li>Say Say Say</li><li>We Are the World</li><li>Man in the Mirror</li><li>Smooth Criminal</li><li>Black or White</li><li>Heal the World</li><li>Remember the Time</li><li>Bad</li><li>Earth Song</li><li>They Don't Really Care About Us</li><li>Thriller</li></ul>
Performers
<ul><li>String Quartet - Listeso - Lansing</li></ul>
Seating Map<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/155138/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More info

Local Event: Candlelight: Tribute to Michael Jackson

Candlelight: Tribute to Michael Jackson

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen...

Lansing Shuffle 325 Riverfront Drive Lansing, MI 48912

Haunt the bars in Lansing with us at our Halloween Bar Crawl on Oct. 31st - don’t ghost us!
🎃 Get Spooky With US This Halloween! 🎃
Round up your boo crew, show off your costumes, and prepare for a night of creepy cocktails, chills, and unforgettable bar-hopping fun! 👻🍹
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Here's What You Get:
👽 Join a Spine-Chilling Crowd of Spooky Crawlers!
🍹 2-3 Drinks or Shots Included With Ticket Purchase
🚫 No Cover At All Bars, Mid Party, &amp; After Party
📸 Professional Photographers
🥤 Crawl With US Stadium Party Cup and Bottle Opener Lanyard
🍻 Exclusive Drink Specials
🍔 Food Specials at Select Venues
🔥 Awesome After Party
📛 Custom Halloween Bar Crawl Badge With Vouchers
🗺️ Access To Our Lansing Pub Crawl Map
🚨 Get tickets NOW before prices go up! 🚨
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Get ready to celebrate Halloween like never before! On October 31st, join us for a spooktacular bar crawl featuring creepy cocktails, outrageous costumes, and an electrifying atmosphere. We’re making our way through Lansing’s top bars with exclusive drink deals, Halloween-themed entertainment, and surprises lurking around every corner.
Grab your friends and throw on your most hilarious, horrifying, or out-of-this-world outfits—because this night is all about bold looks and big scares. Each stop on the crawl will bring a new vibe, from bone-rattling beats to ghoulishly good drinks.
Whether you're dressed as a vampire, villain, or just out to vibe, this is the place to be for Halloween night. Lansing is turning up the fright and fun — and you won’t want to miss a moment. 🎃👻
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🚨For all the latest venue information, special offers, event details, and ticket purchases, be sure to visit our website! It's your one-stop shop for everything you need to know. ⬇️
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🎃 CHECK IN 4PM - 6PM 🎃
🎃 CRAWL LOCATIONS 4PM - 10PM 🎃
🎃 MID PARTY 7PM - 9PM 🎃
🎃 AFTER PARTY 10PM - 12AM 🎃
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100% CANCELLATION REFUND GUARANTEE:
👌If the event is cancelled for any reason, all tickets will be refunded in full! No vouchers, no credits, just your money back in your bank! Guaranteed!
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🚫 DON’T DRINK AND DRIVE 🚫
We Highly Suggest Using Uber or Lyft To And From The Bar Crawl!
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㉑ ATTENDEES MUST BE 21+ ㉑
Due to the nature of our events, all attendees must be 21+ with a valid government issued ID.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/156138/t/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: The Halloween Bar Crawl - Lansing

The Halloween Bar Crawl - Lansing

Haunt the bars in Lansing with us at our Halloween Bar Crawl on Oct. 31st - don’t ghost us!
🎃 Get Spooky With US This...

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The People’s Firm PLLC (Lansing)

The People’s Firm PLLC is a dedicated law firm providing comprehensive estate planning and probate services to families across Michigan. With physical office locations in Dearborn and Lansing, the firm offers accessible legal counsel to help clients secure their legacies and protect their assets. Their team is committed to providing personalized guidance that addresses the unique needs of every individual and family they serve. The firm specializes in a wide range of legal solutions, including the drafting of wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, and specialized asset protection strategies such as QPRT, GRAT, and ILIT structures. Beyond standard estate planning, they offer expert assistance with probate proceedings, trust administration, and guardianship matters. They also provide a specialized Kids Protection Plan to ensure the safety and future care of minor children through legally binding designations. Clients can expect a compassionate, partner-focused approach that prioritizes clarity and long-term peace of mind. The People’s Firm PLLC distinguishes itself by offering flexible options, including rush estate planning services for urgent matters and mobile legal services that bring professional support directly to the client.

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