The last weekend of July offers a range of activities to enjoy, from new theater productions and tons of live music to an abundance of kids’ activities, a bike scavenger hunt, a fair, a comedy showcase and more. more

In December, Indiana University canceled its planned exhibition of Palestinian American artist and master of fine arts alumna Samia Halaby’s work, citing concerns that its campus museum couldn’t “guarantee the integrity of the exhibit,” The New York Times reported. more

The boys are back in town. Authors Dave McVeigh and Jim Bolone make another return to Mackinac Island in their new book, “MisGuided,” the second prequel to their widely popular 2021 novel, The Dockporter,” in which luggage hauler extraordinaire Jack McGuinn gets wrapped up in a plot that involves bringing golf carts to the island. Blasphemy. more

This weekend offers an eclectic mix of events, from the sixth annual Dam Jam Music Festival to a mini gaming convention for kids and a Jimmy Buffett-themed patio party to a psychedelic comedy show. There’s also plenty more live music beyond Dam Jam, a few Lugnuts games, a cooking class and much more. more

It’s been 40 years since Bruce Springsteen released his “Born in the U.S.A.” album to great critical acclaim. The title track became an instant anthem, a sing-along gem that boomed from jukeboxes, car radios and home stereo systems across the country. more

Why are four knitted chickens from Lansing roosting on a New York City jazz musician’s bookshelf? more

From recording a double-platinum song with Willow Smith to producing an album for Weezer and securing a lead writing role on a Spike Lee film, Tyler Cole’s career has taken him to places most artists can only dream of. more

When Jahshua Smith saw his friend and fellow hip-hop artist Ozay Moore perform at last summer’s Dam Jam Music Festival, he couldn’t believe how good the sound was. more

From comics and E-sports to tacos and tequila, plus fairy tales and eco-friendly art, this weekend’s festivals cover a wide range of interests, offering something for everyone. You can also head to Charlotte for the Eaton County fair, check out a variety of art exhibits, learn how to create linocut prints and more.  more

More people know Tim Russ from his five-second scene in 1987’s “Spaceballs” than his seven seasons as Tuvok in “Star Trek: Voyager,” which ran from 1995 to 2001. more

On paper, the development of the first pregnancy test doesn’t seem like a compelling premise for a play. However, Williamston Theatre’s production of “Predictor” is one of the funniest and most touching shows of Greater Lansing’s 2023-‘24 theater season. more

One of this summer’s hot beach reads is “Funny Story,” by Cincinnati-area romance writer Emily Henry, who not only attended college in Michigan but set the book in a fictional Michigan beach town. more

Following a busy Independence Day, this weekend will provide some time to relax with a schedule of events that’s much less crowded than usual. Those staying in town can look forward to a few concerts, two dance parties, a cruise-in, a euchre tournament, a comedy show and more. more

Independence Day became a federal holiday in 1941, but July 4 has stood as the birth of American independence for much longer. more

Utah author Ally Condie’s new book, “The Unwedding,” was actress Reese Witherspoon’s June book club pick, and get this: It’s a mystery that starts at a resort wedding gone horribly awry. I plan to read it since I’m a big mystery fan. more

In honor of Independent Retailer Month, City Pulse sat down with the owners of six independent businesses in the area to learn more about how they found their niche in the local market and what factors they feel have contributed most to their success over the years. more

Great theater poses important questions about life, love and who invented the at-home pregnancy test. more

Lucretia Mansfield met sisters Katherine Hartwick and Nichole Ward during a recreational volleyball league game. Mansfield said their interactions “quickly flowered into a great friendship,” which led the trio to start discussing the possibility of opening a vintage resale store in Mason. more

Festival season is in full force this weekend, with four different celebrations throughout the Lansing area, including the Turner-Dodge Fairytale Festival, East Lansing Pride, the Celebrate Meridian Festival and Summer Fest at Dimondale’s County Creek Reception Hall. There’s also plenty of live music, new theater productions, a car show, a film screening and more. more

Lansing’s east side is known for urban farms, walkability and, unfortunately, unsafe traffic in its neighborhoods. Just two weeks ago, a car flipped over at the intersection of Vine Street and Hayford Avenue. more