Community Events

NorthWest Initiative provides free food distribution on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month between 12:00 and 2:00 pm. Choose your own grocery items from donations received from community partners Greater Lansing Food Bank and Panera Bread. Fresh fruit and vegetables, and other items, will be available. One box per household. Must be present to receive box. FREE.

Join the Eaton County Sheriff's Office in partnership with Eaton RESA SPEC for a QPR class. QPR stands for Question, Persuade, Refer - three simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide. All Eaton County residents ages 14+ who are interested in evidence-based suicide prevention skills are welcome. Check out the flyer for more details on how to register and be a part of this important training. FREE.

Greater Lansing Caregivers – the annual Lansing Caregiver Retreat is guided towards your relaxation and education in managing future stressors and the self-care that caregiving requires. This FREE event includes breakfast and lunch, a panel discussion with local experts, massages, reiki, manicures, virtual dementia tour, door prizes, retail therapy, and sponsors in many healthcare services. Hosted by Hospice of Lansing Stoneleigh Residence and RE/MAX Real Estate Professional Cammi Robinson. Registration Required (see below). FREE.

NorthWest Initiative provides free food distribution on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month between 12:00 and 2:00 pm. Choose your own grocery items from donations received from community partners Greater Lansing Food Bank and Panera Bread. Fresh fruit and vegetables, and other items, will be available. One box per household. Must be present to receive box. FREE.

NorthWest Initiative provides free food distribution on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month between 12:00 and 2:00 pm. Choose your own grocery items from donations received from community partners Greater Lansing Food Bank and Panera Bread. Fresh fruit and vegetables, and other items, will be available. One box per household. Must be present to receive box. FREE.

NorthWest Initiative provides free food distribution on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month between 12:00 and 2:00 pm. Choose your own grocery items from donations received from community partners Greater Lansing Food Bank and Panera Bread. Fresh fruit and vegetables, and other items, will be available. One box per household. Must be present to receive box. FREE.

Are you living with shoulder pain? It could be a sign of shoulder osteoarthritis. Don’t miss this opportunity to join Dr. Patrick Noud as she shares a range of treatment options available to you. From innovative non-surgical approaches to cutting-edge surgical solutions, discover a personalized care plan designed to get you back to the things you love. This event is free and open to the public. Registration is required. For more information and to register, click HERE. FREE.

NorthWest Initiative provides free food distribution on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month between 12:00 and 2:00 pm. Choose your own grocery items from donations received from community partners Greater Lansing Food Bank and Panera Bread. Fresh fruit and vegetables, and other items, will be available. One box per household. Must be present to receive box. FREE.

Do you have discomfort in your hips? Whether it’s pain, inflammation, joint stiffness, or instability, this seminar could be the turning point toward living your best, most active life. Join us as Dr. Ethan Ruhland, an orthopedic surgeon, dives into arthritic hips. Discover the full spectrum of treatments, including non-surgical methods and the latest advances in surgical care, tailored to address your unique needs. This event is free and open to the public. Registration is required. For more information and to register, click HERE. FREE.

The 2024 Annual Unity in the Community - an evening of unification - is free to all Ingham County residents. Come out and enjoy BBQ, activities for the family (kayaking, face painting, lounging on the beach, yoga, fishing, and more), Ingham County exhibitors, and live music, with a focus on having fun! Plus, learn about all the wonderful organizations in our community. Hosted by the Ingham County Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee. FREE.
 

Are you living with shoulder pain? It could be a sign of shoulder osteoarthritis. Don’t miss this opportunity to join Dr. Meredith Heisey as she shares a range of treatment options available to you. From innovative non-surgical approaches to cutting-edge surgical solutions, discover a personalized care plan designed to get you back to the things you love. This event is free and open to the public. Registration is required. For more information and to register, visit https://www.mclaren.org/main/events/the-aging-shoulder-rotator-cuff-tears-and-arthriti. FREE.

Does cancer run in your family? If so, this is a presentation you should attend. Join Courtney Kokenakes, oncology genetic counselor, as she discusses inherited cancer risk and provides information on screening and treatment options. This event is free and open to the public. Registration is required. For more information and to register, visit https://www.mclaren.org/main/events/genetics-101-a-healthwise-event. FREE.