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A new trading card and collectible shop opened in Old Town on June 3 at 108 E.

César E. Chávez Ave. Owner Doyle said the store, nicknamed Valhalla, will host unboxing events for collectors.

Local oboists and bassoonists are honing their craft by making their own reeds (a technique taught by MSU professors and the Lansing Symphony) to perfect tone through hand-scraped cane and specialized tools.

The Craft Bar in Old Town Lansing offers hands-on craft sessions where visitors can create items like candles and watercolors without cleanup.

Priced $15 to $50, sessions run Tuesday to Sunday from 11 a.m. and Monday from 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. at 513 E César E. Chávez Ave.

Michigan State University is hosting its sixth annual weeklong Juneteenth Celebration from today until Friday, June 19.

The festivities include a symposium at the Main Library (5-8 p.m.), a vendor fair, a book talk, a wellness seminar, and a youth summit to honor heritage and inspire change.

Downtown East Lansing celebrated annual Pride on June 13 with an open-floor drag show, live music, and art activities held along Albert Ave between Abbot Road and M.A.C.

Ave where key speaker Bobby Hoffman shared a message on self-acceptance. The event attracted locals of all ages and featured community vendors.

Votes from WKAR and City Pulse's 2025 Top of the Town contest named five top olive burger spots in Lansing.

The list features Dagwood's Tavern and Grill (2803 E. Kalamazoo St.), Kewpee Sandwich Shoppe, LeRoy's Classic Bar and Grill, Olympic Broil, and The Peanut Barrel.

Mosaic Style Love Birds Paint and Sip

6:00 – 8:30 PM — Hooked — Alcohol not included — Unleash your creativity with a fun mosaic painting session guided by talented local artists.

Lansing Fiesta & Carnival

All day — Adado Riverfront Park — $10 per day for adults, kids under 10 free — Experience four days of fun with carnival rides, live music, and delicious food options.

Lansing Fiesta & Carnival

June 18-21 — Adado Riverfront Park — $10 per day for adults, kids under 10 enter free — Celebrate community with carnival rides, live music, and delicious food trucks.

Lansing Fiesta & Carnival

4-7 p.m. — Adado Riverfront Park — $10 per day for adults, free for kids under 10 — Celebrate community with rides, music, food trucks, and contests at this vibrant carnival.

Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp

Time varies — Court One Training Center — Camp full; waiting list available — Enhance your basketball skills with focused training in East Lansing.

Jhariah Concert

8-11 p.m. — The Green Door — Ticket information available on the official site — Enjoy an exciting live performance by Jhariah in Lansing.

Great Lakes Loons vs. Lansing Lugnuts Baseball

1:05 – 2:05 p.m. — Jackson Field — Free entry with game ticket — Catch exciting baseball action while enjoying the Conservation Carnival festivities.

Asbestos and Lead Awareness Workshop

Half-day — Lansing Community College — Free — Learn about the dangers of asbestos and lead exposure in your community.

Friday Karaoke Night

9-11 p.m. — The Avenue Cafe — Free entry — Enjoy a night of singing and camaraderie with locals at this vibrant karaoke event.

Capital City Comic Con 2026

All day — Lansing Center — Ticket prices vary — A 3-day celebration of comics, cosplay, collectibles, and community activities.