Apple Butter Festival

 Fenner Nature Center will commemorate half a century of family fun at its 50^th Apple Butter Festival, running 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday (Oct. 19) and Sunday (Oct. 20). Attendees can learn about the history of apple butter production through demonstrations, crafts and an opportunity to stir their own apple butter. Other attractions include pumpkin painting, cookie cutting with a crosscut saw, a special “50 Years of Fenner” exhibit, donuts and cider, live music, local vendors, food trucks and more. Jars of apple butter will be available for purchase at the visitor center.

"This is the perfect time of year to see what Fenner Nature Center has to offer. Apple butter is just one of the fun fall treats to try. What a great chance to view the vibrant fall foliage, enjoy live entertainment and learn about the amazing changes that fall brings," executive director Gabriel Biber said.

Admission to the festival is free, with a $5 suggested donation for parking. Proceeds benefit the Fenner Conservancy, the nonprofit that manages the nature center in partnership with the city of Lansing. For more information, visit mynaturecenter.org or call (517) 483-4224.