What's up in Lansing: Game of the Century and more

Here's what's going on in town today

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Good day and happy United Nations Spanish Language Day.

Fifty years ago Michigan State University played "The Game of the Century" against Notre Dame. In celebration, MSU's Archives and Historical Collections hosts an evening of football talk with players from the historic game. Players speaking include Jimmy Raye, Clinton Jones, Regis Cavender, Bob Apisa, Jerry West, Sterling Armstrong, defensive coordinator Hank Bullough — and from the other side, George Goeddeke of Notre Dame. Sports radio broadcaster and author Jack Ebling serves as moderator. Tom Shanahan, author of “Raye of Light,” also joins the discussion to provide insight into the historical importance of the “Game of the Century.” Register online. 6-8 p.m. FREE. Conrad Hall, 888 Wilson Road, East Lansing. 1966gotc.eventbrite.com.

For more local events, see below.

Classes and Seminars

African American Studies with Dr. Chambers. African American culture and history. 10 a.m.-noon. FREE. Allen Market Place, 1619 E. Kalamazoo St., Lansing. (517) 367-2468, allenneighborhoodcenter.org.

Gentle Yoga. Relaxing pace class suitable for beginners. 11 a.m.-noon. First class FREE/$5/$3 members. Williamston High School, 3939 Vanneter Road, Williamston.

Beginning Facebook for Small Business. Basic Facebook instructions. Call or register online. 10-11 a.m. FREE. Small Business Development Center, 309 N. Washington Square, Suite 110, Lansing. (517) 483-1921, ow.ly/TJmK302HhOR.Music

Concert Orchestra. 7:30 p.m. $10/$8 seniors/kids and students FREE. Wharton Center for Performing Arts, 750 E. Shaw Lane, East Lansing. (517) 353-5340, music.msu.edu/event-listing.

Dave Gander at Allen Farmers Market. 5:30-6:30 p.m. FREE. Allen Market Place, 1619 E. Kalamazoo St., Lansing. Events

Allen Farmers Market. Locally grown, baked and prepared foods. 2:30-7 p.m. FREE. Allen Farmers Market, 1619 E. Kalamazoo St., Lansing. (517) 999-3911, ow.ly/Bol1303O4VE.

Alcoholics Anonymous. A closed step meeting. 6 p.m. Donations. Pennsylvania Ave. Church of God, 3500 S. Pennsylvania Ave., Lansing. (517) 899-3215.

ICACS Whisker Wednesday. Pet adoptions. All animals spayed/neutered, vaccinated and microchipped. Noon-6 p.m. Ingham County Animal Control, 600 Curtis St., Mason. (517) 676-8370.

After School Action Program. Light meal, tutoring and activities. 4-6 p.m. FREE. Eastside Community Action Center, 1001 Dakin St., Lansing.

After School Teen Program. For teens in grades 7-12. 2:30-5:30 p.m. FREE. All Saints Episcopal Church, 800 Abbot Road, East Lansing. (517) 351- 2420, elpl.org.

1966 'Game of the Century' 50th Anniversary Celebration. Jimmy Raye and other MSU greats discuss historic game. Register online. 6-8 p.m. FREE. Conrad Hall, 888 Wilson Road, East Lansing. 1966gotc.eventbrite.com.

Paws for Reading. Kids read to therapy dog. Registration required. 6-7 p.m. Grand Ledge Area District Library, 131 E. Jefferson St., Grand Ledge. (517) 62-77014, grandledge.lib.mi.us.

Post-Polio Support Group Meeting. Share info, ideas, and support. 1:30- p.m. FREE. Donations welcome. Plymouth Congregational Church, 2001 E. Grand River Ave., Lansing. (517) 339-1039.

Zombie Make-up 101. Ages 12-18 learn zombie makeup and costume basics. 5-6 p.m. FREE. CADL Holt-Delhi, 2078 Aurelius Road, Holt. (517) 694-9351.

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