Community Calendar

MSU Libraries presents the African American Women Scholars on Race, Racism, and Living Black in America book talk series. A four-part series centered in the American academy exploring contemporary topics from Black social media, police brutality, community health inequalities, and parenting young Black boys and girls. The scholarship is new, innovative, and engaging and will surely be educational. Join us in conversation with these dynamic authors. For more information visit MSU Libraries Book Talk event page. https://libguides.lib.msu.edu/booktalk

To access zoom visit https://msu.zoom.us/j/92697587153%20

Wednesday, April 1 session features Tamura Lomax , Associate Professor of Religious Studies, MSU- featuring her book Freeing Black Girls: A Black Feminist Bible on Racism and Revolutionary Mothering with moderator Professor Rashida Harrison (James Madison College).

Every Wednesday at 6pm, UrtbanBeat invites you to showcase your musical talent!

Whether you're experienced or just starting, the stage is open to all.

Not a performer? Enjoy dinner, drinks, and live music from local artists. No cover charge and all ages are welcome. Come early and enjoy the local flavor of Old Town.

Sign ups are first come, first serve.

Doors at 5PM

First Saturday means Family Day at the MSU Broad Art Museum! Make creative connections with our exhibitions through free hands-on and interactive family fun throughout the museum. All ages are welcome.

Why do artists play with ideas? Let’s find out as we celebrate the young artists in the Saturday Morning Art (SmART) pop-up exhibition, in collaboration with the MSU Department of Art, Art History, and Design.

We’d love to see you at this event!

A Caregiver’s Butterfly Garden – Exhibit at the City of East Lansing's Hannah Community Center

Event Description

Experience A Caregiver’s Butterfly Garden, a powerful art and storytelling exhibit created by MSU's IMPART Alliance and AgeAlive, in partnership with the City of East Lansing.

This vibrant installation honors Michigan’s Direct Care Workers (DCWs) — the professionals who provide essential daily support for older adults and people with disabilities. Each butterfly in the exhibit carries a handwritten message from a caregiver, folded into art that transforms individual reflections into a collective symbol of compassion, resilience, and advocacy.

Curated by East Lansing artist-in-residence Zahrah Resh, the exhibit combines creativity, community, and awareness to highlight the urgent need for a stronger direct care workforce across Michigan—one that receives fair wages, training, and recognition for their vital work.

Visitors are invited to explore the garden, learn about the project, and reflect on the importance of caregiving in our communities.

Exhibit Dates: November 18, 2025 – April 30, 2026
Sunday: 12:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Monday: 06:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Tuesday: 06:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Wednesday: 06:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Thursday: 06:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Location: Hannah Community Center, East Lansing
Admission: Free and open to the public
More Information: dcwgardens.com

Every Wednesday at 6pm, UrtbanBeat invites you to showcase your musical talent!

Whether you're experienced or just starting, the stage is open to all.

Not a performer? Enjoy dinner, drinks, and live music from local artists. No cover charge and all ages are welcome. Come early and enjoy the local flavor of Old Town.

Sign ups are first come, first serve.

Doors at 5PM

MSUFCU Arts Power Up artists-in-residence Carl Craig and Cecilie Waagner Falkenstrøm come together for a conversation exploring art, technology, and creative practice. Moderated by Sophia Saliby of WKAR, the discussion offers insight into how artists working across disciplines imagine and shape the future.
We’d love to see you at this event!

This event is presented in partnership with the MSU Museum, Arts MSU, and the MSUFCU Arts Power Up Artist-in-Residency program, which is generously supported by an endowed gift from Michigan State University Federal Credit Union.

On view at the MSU Broad Art Museum from Jan. 31–Jul. 12, 2026, Cecilie Waagner Falkenstrøm’s Synthetic Sirens is a gallery-sized installation developed out of generative machine-learning models and artificial intelligence programs, revealing both the limits of, and opportunities within, our algorithmic societies.

During spring semester 2026, Carl Craig—an internationally renowned Detroit DJ, producer, and techno innovator whose work spans music, performance, and visual art—is working in close collaboration with researchers at Michigan State University’s Facility for Rare Isotope Beams (FRIB). Through this residency, he is translating complex scientific research and research environments into new creative and conceptual forms. The residency will culminate in a new exhibition at the MSU Museum opening in fall 2026.

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.

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.

Concert
Bar & Friends

Nikki D & The Sisters of Thunder is a family-based ensemble from Toledo, Ohio, blending gospel with blues riffs and grooves in a way that is uniquely their own. The band’s sound is defined by Nikki D’s electrifying steel guitar, which is often described as wildly soulful. In 2016, Guitar World magazine recognized Nikki as “The Jimi Hendrix of Sacred Steel” for her experimental, vocal-like riffs and otherworldly tones. Alongside her guitar prowess, Nikki’s raspy, sultry voice commands attention, harmonizing with the other band members’ voices adding depth and soul to every performance. For fans of: Sister Rosetta Thorpe, Robert Randolf & the Family Band, and Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings.

𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗱𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀:
In Advance: $20
At the Door: $25

Buy in person/phone at:
JSO Box Office
215 W. Michigan Ave.
Jackson, MI 49203
(517) 782-3221

𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲:https://jacksonsymphony.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket/#/events/a0SUl000002mADdMAM

Seating is first come, first served. There are no assigned seats when you purchase your tickets. Handicapable patrons will be accommodated to sit on the ground floor.

𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀.
Parking Information/Handicap/Wheelchair Accessibility details:
𝙋𝙖𝙧𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜: While there is no designated parking lot for the event, street parking in downtown Jackson is free and generally easy to find. After 5pm, parking is free with no time restrictions, and before 5pm, free 2-hour parking is available. Marked accessible parking spaces are located on Michigan Ave and Jackson Street within view of the venue. Valet parking is not available.
𝙁𝙧𝙤𝙢 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙘𝙖𝙧 𝙩𝙤 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙨𝙚𝙖𝙩: Sidewalks in downtown Jackson are wide and gently sloped for easy access. The venue’s doors have automatic push buttons, and the hallways inside are spacious and wheelchair-friendly. Weatherwax Hall is on the ground floor, so no stairs or elevators are required. Balcony seating is available but accessible only by stairs.
𝙎𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜: Seating is set up as individual chairs arranged in rows. All seats are moveable, and volunteers or staff can assist in making room for wheelchairs. Please flag down a volunteer or JSO member for help if needed – we’re happy to assist!
𝙀𝙡𝙚𝙫𝙖𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙨: You won’t need an elevator since everything, including the bar and restrooms, is on the ground floor. Balcony seating is only accessible by stairs.

The Rise and Fall of the DeLorean Motor Company

Historical Speaker Series | Packard Proving Grounds

Few cars have captured the imagination quite like the DeLorean. Bold, futuristic, and instantly recognizable, the DMC-12 was born from one man’s radical vision—and quickly became a cautionary tale.

Join automotive historian Chris Duvall for an engaging look at John DeLorean’s rise, the ambition behind his iconic car, the challenges of manufacturing abroad, and the factors that led to the company’s dramatic fall. The program also explores how the DeLorean legacy lives on through a community of enthusiasts today.

Sunday, April 12 | 1–2 PM

$5 for General Admission | Free for members

49965 Van Dyke Ave., Shelby Township, MI

Tickets & details:

https://www.packardprovinggrounds.org/Apr12-HSS-PPG