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The 2018 South Lansing Farmers Market is open every Thursday, 3-7 pm, through October 18. In addition to a wide variety of fresh, locally-grown fruits and vegetables, our family of vendors sell herbs, eggs, beef, chicken, pork, jerky, sweet and savory breads, homemade desserts, honey, syrup, coffees, teas, wood and fabric crafts, cut flowers, and more! Enjoy live entertainment by local performers, weekly recipe samples, and raffles. Hot food is available to dine in or carry out. Close

Practice listening to and speaking Spanish in a friendly setting. All skill levels are welcome. Close

THEN NOWPaintings and sculptures by Dianne Wolter.August 3 – October 5, 2018ARTIST STATEMENTPainting provides me a process driven opportunity to experiment, discover, manipulate, play, and sometimes even tell a story. I value mark making and like to see evidence of the history of the process in the finished painting. Narrative has been a component of my art that allows me to ask questions and make observations. I use whimsy as a means to enliven or to soften the content. Recurring themes and images return to new environments. Images that possess a personal iconography are infused with content from experiences and memories that hold power. I begin by creating an active ground plane, and then working out to the surface, sometimes finding rather than imposing imagery. I enjoy working figuratively, layering, searching for ideas and inspiration from the manipulation of the media, and often but not always embracing a narrative.Adding papier-mâché sculpture to my studio involvement has been a logical and natural extension to my previous singular focus of two-dimensional work. The process is reductive, starting with foam forms that have been created by gluing construction foam into blocks that can be carved. Papier-mâché mulch and layers of paper finish off the surfaces and ease transitions and contours. The torn paper can communicate a new narrative while holding onto its past. I find myself stacking forms which is another way of layering, bringing elements together in proximity or support, contrasting familiar with fantastic.BIODianne Wolter graduated from Michigan State University in 1965 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree and a teaching certificate. Teaching and studio involvement have been the focus of her professional life since then. She concentrated on fabric collage for the first 14 years of her creative journey, teaching it in public schools throughout southern Michigan sponsored by the Michigan Council for the Arts. In 1979, Wolter began teaching after school art classes in her home studio to area children. Sharing her studio with children was a rewarding and meaningful opportunity. To concentrate more fully on her own art, she retired from teaching in 2002 to focus more on painting. A whim to make a cat riding on a unicycle introduced sculpture as an additional interest. Since then, Wolter has been enjoying both sculpture and painting. Close

The latest exhibit for the Residential College in the Arts and Humanities (RCAH) LookOut! Art Gallery, A Panoply of Puppets, is now open. This special exhibit showcases pieces from the collection of the MSU Museum and will run from May 14 – September 14, 2018. Summer hours: Mondays – Fridays, noon-2pm Visits at other times available on request, 355-0210 Residential College in the Arts and Humanities C200 Snyder Hall, 2nd floor 362 Bogue Street Michigan State University East Lansing, MI 48825 Always free and all are welcome! For more information, visit rcah.msu.edu Close

Bridge Practice Weekly. Monday at 11 amCribbage: Weekly. Monday at 1 pmHand and Foot: Weekly. Monday at 1 pmBingo: Tuesdays & Thursdays. 12:30 pm2nd Tuesdays Sponsored by Brookdale MeridianSenior Living. Win prizes and enjoy snacks.Duplicate Bridge: Weekly. Tuesday at 1 pmEuchre: Weekly. Tuesday & Thursday at 1 pmParty Bridge: Weekly. Thursday at 1 pmDouble Deck Pinochle: Weekly. Wednesday at 1 pmSingle Deck Pinochle Weekly. Friday at 1 pmMah-Jongg: Weekly. Wednesday at 1 pmScrabble: Weekly. Tuesday at 1 pmScrewie Louie Weekly. Thursday at 1 pm& Friday at 10 amTuck Weekly. Fridays 11:30 am - 2:30 pm Close

Enjoy the full moon while taking a guided walk through the nighttime woods. Dogs on a non-retractable leash and flashlights are welcome. Meet in the parking lot. Walk is approximately 3 miles long. Close

An all rap and hip-hop show that features local and nationally known Christian rap artists. Held at Adado Riverfront Park in downtown Lansing. Enjoy free dinner with us from Alicia's Mexican Restaurant. Win gift cards and prizes at our FREE raffles! All the rap artists feature clean lyrics so bring the kids to play at our free inflatable bounce house zone. Don't miss it! Close

Friday 8/24/18 TGIF Patio Dance Party with DJ Rock Dog in the house & DJ Johnny on the patio at Hawk Hollow 8 PM-12 AM! Learn to Dance New York Hustle with Claudia Bleil before the dance 7:15-7:45 PM! Doors open at 7 PM! Complimentary dance lesson & buffet included in price of admission for only $15! Home of the largest summer patio party in Michigan! #1 Dance Party in Lansing! Everyone welcome!Appreciate your support of the dance and it's continued success!Coffee & Water Provided * Free Refills on Soft Drinks * Cash/Credit Bar * Large Dance Floor * Table Seating * Ample Parking* Door Prize Drawing at 11 PM* 1/2 Off Admission Week of Your Birthday* Bring Someone New and Both Pay Only $12 Close

THEN NOWPaintings and sculptures by Dianne Wolter.August 3 – October 5, 2018ARTIST STATEMENTPainting provides me a process driven opportunity to experiment, discover, manipulate, play, and sometimes even tell a story. I value mark making and like to see evidence of the history of the process in the finished painting. Narrative has been a component of my art that allows me to ask questions and make observations. I use whimsy as a means to enliven or to soften the content. Recurring themes and images return to new environments. Images that possess a personal iconography are infused with content from experiences and memories that hold power. I begin by creating an active ground plane, and then working out to the surface, sometimes finding rather than imposing imagery. I enjoy working figuratively, layering, searching for ideas and inspiration from the manipulation of the media, and often but not always embracing a narrative.Adding papier-mâché sculpture to my studio involvement has been a logical and natural extension to my previous singular focus of two-dimensional work. The process is reductive, starting with foam forms that have been created by gluing construction foam into blocks that can be carved. Papier-mâché mulch and layers of paper finish off the surfaces and ease transitions and contours. The torn paper can communicate a new narrative while holding onto its past. I find myself stacking forms which is another way of layering, bringing elements together in proximity or support, contrasting familiar with fantastic.BIODianne Wolter graduated from Michigan State University in 1965 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree and a teaching certificate. Teaching and studio involvement have been the focus of her professional life since then. She concentrated on fabric collage for the first 14 years of her creative journey, teaching it in public schools throughout southern Michigan sponsored by the Michigan Council for the Arts. In 1979, Wolter began teaching after school art classes in her home studio to area children. Sharing her studio with children was a rewarding and meaningful opportunity. To concentrate more fully on her own art, she retired from teaching in 2002 to focus more on painting. A whim to make a cat riding on a unicycle introduced sculpture as an additional interest. Since then, Wolter has been enjoying both sculpture and painting. Close

Supplies and tips for you to make a treat to take home and bake. Please let us know of any food allergies at registration. Registration required at elpl.org. Close