Jul 14 Monday
4pm – 5pm & 6pm – 7pmDive into creativity with our Aquarium in a Jar craft! Patrons of all ages are invited to design their very own miniature aquarium in a jar using an assortment of miniature sea creatures, colorful pebbles, and aquatic themed decorations.https://gladl.libcal.com/event/14392489
Jul 15 Tuesday
Now through October 31, families are invited to enjoy the Story Walk Trail at Hidden Lake Gardens! This 0.4-mile trail, full of twists, turns, gentle hills, and scenic views, is located near the Picnic Area, just west of the conservatory. Along the way, little ones can follow signs that bring a delightful children’s story to life.This year’s featured book is Sip, Pick, and Pack by Michigan author Polly Cheney. Through playful rhymes and vibrant illustrations, this educational tale introduces children to seeds, plants, and pollinators in a fun and engaging way. Copies of the book are available for purchase in the Daffodil Gift Shop.
Hunger doesn’t take a summer vacation, so we’re helping to gather food and personal supplies for those of our community in need. Items especially in need are listed on our Event Calendar. Drop off donations at GLADL - donations will be delivered to the GL SDA Food Bank, and will be distributed through the Food Bank and GLEAP.
Jul 16 Wednesday
The Schrock Bros Band is a Michigan based Americana/ blues ensemble that features soulful lead vocals, family harmony, and solid musicianship. The Schrock Bros perform original music peppered with a collection of nuggets from the Americana archives. Over the past 10 years the quintet has performed at a multitude of festivals, concerts, clubs, and special events. In June of 2023 they released their first full-length recording entitled ‘Faith In Love’ to the delight of their longtime fans and new converts.
They will be joined in this special concert by Grammy award winning Peter Madcat Ruth. Madcat has established an international reputation through his exhilarating, riveting virtuosity on the harmonica. He is equally at home playing blues, folk, jazz, country, or rock and roll. Madcat also leads his own Ann Arbor based project, the CARMa Quartet.
Jul 17 Thursday
We're making art inspired by the work of Mexican artists Frida Kahlo & Diego Rivera!https://gladl.libcal.com/event/14282268
Enjoy a free performance by the East Lansing Kiwanis Community Band. The outdoor concert features music to please the entire family. We suggest that you bring blankets or lawn chairs. Green School is the former Pinecrest School. The concert is in the park behind the school.