OUT ON THE TOWN

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JULY 29 >> CAR CAPITAL AUTO AND BIKE SHOW

Gas up the Oldsmobile! The streets near the Capitol building will play host to all makes and models of classic cars, trucks and motorcycles. With over 95 classes and 200 awards to hand out, the car show has recognition for everything. The event celebrates Lansing’s history in the automotive industry and showcases over 200 classic cars, muscle cars, collectible vehicles and motorcycles, all while supporting the R.E. Olds Transportation Museum. Grab a bite to eat from food vendors and bop the DJ as you pick out your favorite set of wheels. Rain or shine, these cars will park for your perusing. The Historical Society of Greater Lansing also gives a free walking tour at noon, which will take curious car enthusiasts to automotive related sites in downtown Lansing. The State Capitol opens for free tours during this time as well. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. FREE. Various streets of downtown Lansing in front of the Capitol Building, Lansing. (517) 372-0529, carcapitalautoshow.org.

JULY 29 >> HOLLYWOOD BABYLON A VAUDEVILLIAN SPOOKTACULAR

It does not need to be October to get your spook on. Halloween comes early this year at The Avenue Café. The Dark Art of Michigan teams up with Michigan Artisans to provide a night of creep-tacular performance art at the 21 and up only event, hosted by Secretia Noxious. This dark, sexy night of spooks and thrills offers the opportunity to shop from a selection of eerie vendors or admire the ghastly works of the artists in attendance. Entertainment-wise, drag and burlesque shows of the supernatural variety comprise the line-up. Performers include Asio Aviance, Curly Kat, Cinna Moan and Sophia Von Stardust. Bust a move yourself to DJ Josh Burge at the Gothic Industrial Dance Party. Do not expect to leave empty handed, either. A game show and prizes could hook you up and top off your night right. 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m. $8. The Avenue, 2021 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) 492-7403, avenuecafelansing.com.

JULY 27 >> CONCERTS IN THE COURTYARD PRESENTS EMERGING ARTISTS NIGHT WITH TAYLOR TAYLOR

Move over, Taylor Swift, there is a new Taylor in town. Lansing native Taylor Taylor graces the courtyard concert scene with a jazzy pop fusion that has taken her across the country. She uses classical guitar skills, charismatic vocals and lyrical songwriting to portray her 20 years of life through music. Taylor Taylor has performed everywhere from the BlueBird Café in Tennessee to The Mint in Los Angeles with multiple notable names such as Jason Derulo, Little Big Town and Daya. She was recently awarded Indi.com’s 2014 Musician of the Year by award-winning Grammy producer, John Shanks. Performing as either an acoustic solo artist or a trio with a band, Taylor’s flexibility when it comes to her craft allows her to fit all different venues and crowds. You can find any of her three EP’s, Closer, Right Here and Taylor Taylor, on her website for download. 7:30 p.m. $15. Old Town General Store, 408 E. Grand River Ave., Lansing. (517) 487-6847, oldtown-generalstore.com.

JULY 25-29 >> DANCE LANSING’S FINAL SHOW AT SUMMER STAGE UNDER THE STARS

Avoid watching Step Up on E! for the ninetieth time. Lansing Community College’s annual summer performing arts festival comes to a close with four nights of DANCE Lansing. Each night features original performances put together by dozens of choreographers and performed by almost 100 dancers. The event provides development opportunities for choreographers and dancers in the area, with a hope of building a diverse dancer community. The dances are collaborations between Happendance and LCC Dance with multiple associate organizations intertwined, made up by Everett High School Dance Program, Fusion Dance Center, Greater Lansing Academy of Dance, MICA Gallery, Michigan State University Department of Theatre, and MSU Orchesis. The partners celebrate 12 years this summer, and DANCE Lansing hopes the audience will leave with an appreciation for modern and contemporary dance styles. The event takes place at LCC’s Dart auditorium with free parking available in the Gannon Ramp, Grand Avenue and on the streets of LCC’s campus. 7-9 p.m. FREE. LCC Dart Auditorium, 500 N. Capitol Ave., Lansing. (517) 483-1488, lcc.edu/showinfo.

Wednesday, July 26

CLASSES AND SEMINARS

Green Screen Magic. Have fun with our maker studio/green screen. Register online at elpl.org. 2 - 4 p.m. FREE. East Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Road East Lansing. (517) 351-2420.

MUSIC

Classic Soul, Blues and R&B with Root Doctor. Concerts in summer. 7 - 9 p.m. FREE/Donations accepted. William E. Tennant Performance Shell, 805 W. Park St., Saint Johns. (989) 224-2429.

Instrument Petting Zoo. Assortment of instruments from White Brothers Music! All ages. 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. FREE. East Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Road, East Lansing. (517) 351-2420.

The Honey Badgers at Allen Farmers Market. From 5 to 6:30 p.m. FREE. Allen Market Place, 1629 E Kalamazoo St., Lansing. (517) 999-3911.

The Lansing Unionized

Vaudeville Spectacle. Bring your lawn chair and be ready to be entertained! 7 - 9 p.m. FREE. Moores Park, 420 Moores River Drive Lansing. (517) 483-3413.

EVENTS

Dayton Dragons at Lansing Lugnuts. 7:05 p.m. Cooley Law School Stadium. 505 E Michigan Ave., Lansing.

Back to School Open House. Learn about K-Prep Curriculum. 5:30 - 7 p.m. FREE. Gilden Woods Early Care and Preschool-Okemos, 2190 Association Drive, Okemos. (517) 574-4159.

Car Cruisers Night. 5-8 p.m. Weekly cruisers night for classics. Prizes and trophys for 1st/2nd prize. Wooly Bully's 1500 Pinckney Road, Suite 100, Howell.

Cirque Among Us Circus Show (All ages). Performers take the stage to present classic acts. 1 - 2 p.m. FREE. Capital Area District Libraries Haslett Branch, 1590 Franklin St. Haslett.

Hawk Hill Raptors (All ages). Get close and personal with live birds like hawks, falcons and owls. 10 to 11 a.m. FREE. Capital Area District Libraries South Lansing Branch, 3500 S. Cedar St. Lansing.

Magician Ming the Magnificent (All ages). Show for all ages. 2 - 3 p.m. FREE. Capital Area District Libraries Dansville Branch, 1379 E. Mason St. ,Dansville.

Stevens Puppets--The Wizard of Oz (All ages). The story comes to life with marionettes. 2 - 3 p.m. FREE. Capital Area District Libraries Holt- Delhi Branch, 2078 Aurelius Road, Holt.

Coffee Hour with the Voice for Clinton County's Children. 9-10 a.m. Learn how to become Volunteer Advocate for Court Appointed Special Advocates. 1207 N. US-27, Saint Johns.

ARTS

Pop Up Demo: Rosanne Coty. The 2017 Pop Up Project brings art out of the gallery and into the public arena. 12 - 1 p.m. FREE. Lansing Art Gallery, 113 S Washington Square Lansing. (517) 374-6400.

Thursday, July 27

CLASSES AND SEMINARS

Endnote X7 and Endnote Online. A basic introduction to Endnote and Endnote Online. 1 - 3 p.m. FREE. MSU Library, 366 W. Circle Drive, East Lansing.

(TOPS)

Take Off Pounds Sensibly. Weigh-in 5:15 p.m. In room 207. 6 p.m. First meeting FREE. Haslett Middle School, 1535 Franklin St., Haslett. (517) 927-4307.

A Course in Miracles. Group on peace through forgiveness. 7 - 9 p.m. Unity Spiritual Center of Lansing, 230 S. Holmes, Lansing. (517) 371-3010.

Capital Area Crisis Rugby Practice. All skill levels welcome. 6 - 8 p.m. FREE. St. Joseph Park, 2125 W. Hillsdale Lansing. crisisrfc.com.

Celebrate Recovery. For all types of hurts and hang-ups. 6 p.m. Donations welcome. Trinity Church (Lansing), 3355 Dunckel Road, Lansing. ow.ly/p9iv30cQGgi.

Lansing Reiki Share. Anyone who completed Reiki II or higher will benefit. 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. FREE/Donations accepted. Willow Stick Ceremonies, 335 Seymour Ave, Suite D, Lansing.

LITERATURE AND POETRY

Family Storytime. Stories, songs and activities. 10:30 a.m. FREE. East Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Road, East Lansing. (517) 351-2420.

MSU

Creative Writing Group. All creative writers encouraged to attend. 7-8 p.m. East Lansing Public Library 950 Abbot Road, East Lansing. creativewritingwcmsu.@gmail.com.

Writers Roundtable at DTDL. Monthly workshop. 6-7:30 p.m. Monthly writers' workshops. Delta Township District Library 5130 Davenport Drive, Lansing.

Math Blast Storytime at DTDL. 6-7 p.m. All ages. Series of storytime that combine math/ reading. Delta Township District Library 5130 Davenport Drive, Lansing.

Paws for Reading. Read to a registered service dog. 11:30 a.m.-noon. Delta Township District Library, 5130 Davenport Drive, Lansing.

MUSIC

Concerts in the Courtyard presents Taylor Taylor. Emerging artists night. 7:30 p.m. Old Town General Store, 408 E. Grand River Ave., Lansing. (517) 487-6847. ow.ly/bNcD30dUnya

Repair Studio. Break something? Bring it to the Maker Studio and fix it. Registration required online. 3 to 5 p.m. FREE. East Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Road East Lansing. (517) 351- 2420. elpl.org.

Take off Pounds Sensibly. Have a support system, lose weight. Wheelchair accessible. 6 p.m. FREE first visit. St. Therese Parish, 102 West Randolph Street Lansing. (517) 487-3749. tops.org.

MUSIC

Jazz Tuesdays at Moriarty's. Come listen to jazz. 7 - 10 p.m. FREE. Moriarty's Pub, 802 E. Michigan Ave. Lansing. (517) 485-5287.

Pops Concert. East Lansing Kiwanis Community Band. Bring blankets or lawn chairs. Kids welcome! 7 to 8 p.m. FREE. Edgewood Village Park, 6213 Towar Garden Circle, East Lansing. (517) 490-0481.

LITERATURE AND POETRY

Storytime at DTDL. Ages 2-5. Join us each week. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Delta Township District Library 5130 Davenport Drive, Lansing.

EVENTS

Bingo, Bridge, and Euchre. Weekly activities at the senior center. 1 - 4:30 p.m. Cost Varies. Meridian Senior Center, 4406 Okemos Road, Okemos.

DTDL Crafters. 2:30-4 p.m. McLean Room. Conversation, knitting and other projects. All welcome. Bring supplies. Delta Township District Library 5130 Davenport Drive, Lansing.

Hawk Hill Raptors (All ages). Get close to live birds of prey like hawks and falcons. 2 to 3 p.m. FREE. Capital Area District Libraries Downtown Lansing Branch, 401 South Capitol Ave., Lansing.

Knitting and Crochet Group. All ages/levels welcome. Bring your own supplies or use ours. 11 a.m. - noon FREE. East Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Road, East Lansing. (517) 351-2420. elpl.org.

LCC West

Toastmasters. Learn leadership and speaking skills. 5 - 6:30 p.m. LCC West Campus, 5708 Cornerstone Drive, Lansing. (517) 483-1314.

Meet Author Tyler Benson. Meet the author of the Adventures of Onyx book series at the Shirley Clark Pavilion. 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Ingham County Fairgrounds, 700 E. Ash St., Mason.

Overeaters Anonymous. Struggling with food? Overeaters Anonymous offers hope. 7 p.m. Presbyterian Church of Okemos, 2258 Bennett Road., Okemos. (517) 505-0068.

Paws for Reading. Preschool - high school ages can spend time reading to a certified therapy dog. 6 p.m. to 7 a.m. Grand Ledge Area District Library, 131 E Jefferson St., Grand Ledge.

Paws for Reading. Preschool - high school ages can spend time reading to a certified therapy dog. 6 p.m. to 7 a.m. Delta Township District Library, 5130 Davenport Drive, Lansing.

Teen Board Games. 1-3 p.m. Play party and strategy board games with other teens. East Lansing Public Library 950 Abbot Road, East Lansing.

ARTS

Remnants, (SCENE)Metrospace. Remnants A solo exhibition featuring the recent work of AJ Cooke. 12 - 12 a.m. FREE. (SCENE) Metrospace, 110 Charles St. East Lansing. (517) 432-3961.

Friday, July 28

THEATRE

Murder for Two. Features 2 performers playing 13 roles. 8 - 9:30 p.m. $30/$28 Military/Senior (65kknd)/$10 Student . Williamston Theatre, 122 S. Putnam, Williamston. 517-655-SHOW.

Shrek the Musical Jr. All of Us Express brings Shrek the Musical Jr to East Lansing! 7 - 8:30 p.m. $7/$5 Kids. Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbot Road, East Lansing.

MUSIC

Live Music Weekends. 8 p.m.-noon Wooly Bully's 1500 Pinckney Road, Suite 100, Howell.

EVENTS

8th Annual Dewitt Moose Lodge Margarita Party. Open to the public. 4 p.m. - 1 a.m. $5. DeWitt Moose Lodge 2291, 15557 S US Highway 27 # 3 Lansing. mooseintl.org.

Crafts with Kids. A new craft with Miss Emily Friday mornings! Ages 3-10. 10:30 a.m. FREE. East Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Road East Lansing. (517) 351-2420.

Dayton Dragons at Lansing Lugnuts. 7:05 p.m. Cooley Law School Stadium. 505 E Michigan Ave., Lansing.

Friday Family Film at DTDL 10 a.m.-noon. All ages. Popcorn included. In Elmwood Room. Delta Township District Library 5130 Davenport Drive, Lansing.

Meet Up & Eat Up at DTDL. Noon-1 p.m. FREE. Healthy lunch served to children 18 years old and younger, following Friday movies. Delta Township District Library 5130 Davenport Drive, Lansing.

Saturday, July 29

CLASSES AND SEMINARS

Lean In Lansing. Professional development group for women. Check web for location. 9 to 11 a.m. Grand Traverse Pie, 1403 E. Grand River Ave., East Lansing. (517) 203-3304.

MUSIC

Live Music w/ The Devil's Cut. At 8 p.m. FREE. Lansing Brewing Company, 518 E. Shiawassee St. (517) 371-2600.

Summer Music Series at Henry's Place. Live music from local artists. Light jazz, acoustics & blues. 9 p.m. - 12 a.m. Henry's Place Neighborhood Gastro Sports Bar, 4926 Marsh Road, Okemos.

The Scratch Pilots Top of the Town Celebration. Featuring DJs McCoy, Mr Neddles, Vandal and DJ space 9:30 p.m. - 2 a.m. The Green Door, 2005 E. Michigan Ave. Lansing. (517) 482-6376.

THEATRE

Murder for Two. Features 2 performers playing 13 roles. 3 - 4:30 p.m. $27/$25 Military/Senior (65kknd)/$10 students. Williamston Theatre, 122 S. Putnam Williamston. 517-655-SHOW.

EVENTS

1st Annual Rob Wurtz Memorial Golf Outing 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Benefiting The Michigan War Dog Memorial Foundation, 6900 East highland Road, Howell.

Lansing Bike & Seek. Scavenger hunt on bikes. Bring team, bike, smart phone. Cash prizes. 2 - 5 p.m. $10/team. Reutter Park, Corner of Kalamazoo & Townsend St. Lansing. ow.ly/wqxC30dLlu7.

R.E. Olds Museum Car Capital Auto Show. Annual car show is open to all makes and models. 8:30 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. FREE spectator admission. Downtown Lansing.

Great Lakes Loons at Lansing Lugnuts. 7:05 Cooley Law School Stadium. 505 E Michigan Ave., Lansing.

Sunday, July 30

CLASSES AND SEMINARS

Charlotte Yoga Club. Beginner to intermediate. 11 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. $5 annually. AL!VE, 800 W. Lawrence, Charlotte. charlotteyoga.net. (517) 285- 0138.

Juggling. Learn to juggle. 2 - 4 p.m. FREE. Orchard Street Pumphouse, 368 Orchard St. East Lansing. (517) 371-5119. ruetenik@gmail.com.

Kendo Martial Art Class. Martial arts practice group. 10 - 11:30 a.m. $5. Westside Community YMCA, 3700 Old Lansing Road, Lansing. (269) 425-6677. ow.ly/kO5y30clOyN.

THEATRE

Murder for Two. Features 2 performers playing 13 roles. 2 - 3:30 p.m. $27/$25 Military/Senior (65kknd)/$10 Student. Williamston Theatre, 122 S. Putnam Williamston. 517-655-SHOW.

EVENTS

Lansing Area Sunday Swing Dance. At 6 p.m. $8 dance, $10 dance & lesson. The Lansing Eagles, 4700 N. Grand River Ave., Lansing. (517) 490.-7838.

Great Lakes Loons at Lansing Lugnuts. 2:05 p.m. Cooley Law School Stadium. 505 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing.

Monday, July 31

CLASSES AND SEMINARS

A Course in Love. Weekly group dedicated to the study of the spiritual pyschology. 1 - 2 p.m. Unity Spiritual Center of Lansing, 230 S. Holmes, Lansing. (517) 371-3010. unitylansing.org.

Support Group. For the divorced, separated & widowed. Room 9. 7:30 p.m. St. Davids Episcopal Church, 1519 Elmwood Rd., Lansing. (517) 323-2272.

LITERATURE AND POETRY

Celebrate 20 Years of Harry Potter: Bookmarks. Using books, create a bookmark. Ages 12kknd Registration required online. 6 - 7 p.m. FREE. East Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Road East Lansing. (517) 351-2420. elpl.org.

MUSIC

New Horizons Community Band. Learn to play an instrument or dust off an old one. 6 - 8 p.m. MSU Community Music School, 4930 Hagadorn Road East Lansing. (517) 355-7661. cms.msu.edu.

EVENTS

Great Lakes Loons at Lansing Lugnuts. 7:05 p.m. Cooley Law School Lansing Stadium. 505 E Michigan Ave., Lansing.

Animal Magic. Get up close and personal with exotic animals from all around the world! All ages. 10:30 a.m. FREE. East Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Road, East Lansing. (517) 351-2420. elpl.org.

Chess, Cribbage, Hand & Foot. Weekly activities at the senior center. 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. FREE. Meridian Senior Center, 4406 Okemos Road, Okemos.

Social Bridge. Come play Bridge and meet new people. No partner needed. 1 - 4 p.m. $1.50. Delta Township Enrichment Center, 4538 Elizabeth Road, Lansing.

ARTS

Monday Movie Matinee. Movies for adult audience. Popcorn while supplies last. July 31: "Arrival," Rated PG-13, 116 minutes. 1 p.m. FREE. East Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Road, East Lansing. (517) 351-2420. elpl.org.

Tuesday, August 01

CLASSES AND SEMINARS

Babysitting Workshop. 12 years old and up. Learn emergency procedures and more. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. $30. Grand Ledge Area District Library , 131 E. Jefferson St., Grand Ledge. (517) 627-7014.

Capital City Toastmasters Meeting. Learn speaking/ leadership skills. 7 p.m. FREE for visitors.. CADL Downtown Lansing Library, 401 S. Capitol Ave. Lansing. (517) 367-6300.

Reflexology. Reflex improvement sessions. Call for appointments. 10:20 a.m. - 2:50 p.m. $14/$12 members. Meridian Senior Center, 4406 Okemos Road Okemos.

Summer Reading Wrap-up: National Night Out/ Touch-A-Truck. Honk, climb and explore motorcycles, police cars, fire trucks and more. 6 - 8 p.m. FREE. East Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Road East Lansing. (517) 351-2420.

Wildlife Safari (All ages). See and touch exotic animals while learning about them. 2 - 3 p.m. FREE. Capital Area District Libraries Okemos Branch, 4321 Okemos Road Okemos.

Walking Club. 11 a.m.-noon. From library down through Sharp Park. RSVP Bridge to Wellness.

Delta

Music in the Garden featuring Billy Mack and the Juke Joint Johnnies. Features 50s era rock n' roll band. 7 - 9 p.m. FREE. Veterans Memorial Gardens Amphitheater, 2074 Aurelius Road, Holt.

Pops Concert. Kiwanis Community Band. Bring blankets/ chairs. Kids welcome! 7 - 8 p.m. FREE. Hawk Nest Park, East Lansing.

THEATRE

Murder for Two. Features 2 performers playing 13 roles. 8 - 9:30 p.m. $25/$23 Military/Senior (65kknd)/$10 Student. Williamston Theatre, 122 S. Putnam Williamston. 517-655- SHOW.

EVENTS

12-Step Meeting. AA/NA/CA all welcome. Every Tuesday and Thursday in room 209. 12 - 1 p.m. FREE. Donations welcome. Cristo Rey Community Center, 1717 N. High St. Lansing.

Civil Rights Town Hall for City council candidates. Candidates address three civil rights issues. 5 - 7:15 p.m.

FREE. Lansing Media Center, 2500 South Washington Ave. Lansing.

Ming the Magnificent--Build a Better Car (All ages). Race a car from recycled materials. 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. FREE. Capital Area District Libraries Foster Branch, 200 North Foster Lansing.

Putting Food By (Adults). Tips for preserving food. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. FREE. Capital Area District Libraries Mason Branch, 145 W. Ash St. Mason.

Spanish Conversation. Practice Spanish. 7 - 8 p.m. FREE. East Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Road East Lansing. (517) 351-2420.

Dayton Dragons at Lansing Lugnuts. 7:05 Cooley Law School Stadium. 505 E Michigan Ave., Lansing.

Household hazardous Waste Collection. Waste collection offered twice a week. 2-6 p.m. May through September. 5303 S. Cedar St., Lansing.

Wildlife Safari (All ages). From 2 to 3 p.m. FREE. Capital Area District Libraries Okemos Branch, 4321 Okemos Road Okemos. 517.347.2021.

Walking Club. 11 a.m.-noon. From library down through Sharp Park. RSVP Bridge to Wellness. Delta Township District Library 5130 Davenport Drive, Lansing.

Great Lakes Loons at Lansing Lugnuts. 12:05 p.m. Cooley Law School Stadium. 505 E Michigan Ave., Lansing.

ARTS

Family Movie Afternoon. Join us every Tuesday for family-friendly movies. August 1: "Sing." 1 - 3 p.m. FREE. East Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Road, East Lansing. (517) 351-2420. elpl.org.

Wednesday, August 02

MUSIC

496 West Concert in the Park. R&B Group. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and sit back and relax. 7 - 9 p.m. Fulton Park, 4300 Sheffield Drive, Lansing. lansingmi.gov/ parks. (517) 483-4313.

All Time Hits from the 80s with Miranda & the M80s. Rain or shine. Bring a chair or blanket. 7 - 9 p.m. FREE, donations accepted. William E. Tennant Performance Shell, 805 W. Park St. Saint Johns. (989) 224-2429.

Genna and Jesse at Allen Farmers Market. Come enjoy a performance. 5 to 6:30 p.m. FREE. Allen Market Place, 1629 E Kalamazoo St Lansing. allenneighborhoodcenter.org.

EVENTS

Acting Up Theatre Company (All ages). The Builder Brothers must learn to cooperate to build. 10 - 11 a.m. FREE. Capital Area District Libraries South Lansing Branch, 3500 S. Cedar St., Lansing.

Acting Up Theatre Company (All ages). The Builder Brothers must learn to cooperate to build. 1 - 2 p.m. FREE.