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Community Invited to Line Streets for MSU Homecoming Parade on Friday, Sept. 22

EAST LANSING, Mich. — The City of East Lansing and Michigan State University (MSU) welcome community members and MSU alumni to line the streets of East Lansing on Friday, Sept. 22 for this year’s MSU Homecoming Parade. 

The 202...

2023 Fall Connect Magazine

Community members can browse the Connect Magazine to learn about programs, classes and activities being offered by the East Lansing Department of Parks, Recreation and Arts this fall.

City of East Lansing Seeks RFQs for 2024 East Lansing Art Festival Poster Design

EAST LANSING, Mich. — The City of East Lansing has released a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) from graphic designers, artists and/or design firms interested in designing the poster and other deliverables for next year’s East Lansing A...

ELAF Announces 60th Annual Award Winners

EAST LANSING, Mich. — Awards totaling $6,000 were presented to artists at last weekend’s 60th Annual East Lansing Art Festival (ELAF). They include:

• Diamond Purchase Award: Inty Muenala (2D Mixed Media)Sponsored by Michigan State University Federal Credit ...

Crystal Awards Honorees Recognized at Annual Reception

EAST LANSING, Mich. — The East Lansing City Council presented its 2023 Crystal Awards at a reception on April 27 at the East Lansing Hannah Community Center.

This year’s Crystal Awards honorees are:

• Jan and John Munn, East Lansing realtors who have long bee...

City of East Lansing’s Northern Tail Dog Park Reopening Scheduled for April 3

EAST LANSING, Mich. — The City of East Lansing has announced that the Northern Tail Dog Park will reopen to the public for the 2023 spring, summer and fall seasons on Monday, April 3.

The Northern Tail Dog Park is located at 6400 Abbot Road, adjacent to th...

New Events and Reservations Specialist Joins Staff at the ELHCC

EAST LANSING, Mich. — The City of East Lansing is pleased to welcome a new events and reservations specialist to the staff at the East Lansing Hannah Community Center (ELHCC).

Rose Barnes began her full-time employment with the City of East Lansing on Janu...

East Lansing Parks, Recreation & Arts Launches Round Up for Scholarships Program

EAST LANSING, Mich. — The East Lansing Department of Parks, Recreation & Arts (ELPRA) has launched a new Round Up for Scholarships program.The program provides community members with the opportunity to contribute to a fund used exclusively to help pay...

Youth Scholarships Available for ELPRA Activities

Youth scholarships are available for eligible community members seeking to participate in activities offered by the East Lansing Department of Parks, Recreation and Arts.

Enjoy East Lansing's Parks, Trails and Facilities

There are a number of community and neighborhood parks, trails and recreational facilities in the City of East Lansing. The City is committed to the maintenance and preservation of its green spaces and the City’s many beautiful parks are a testament to th...

East Lansing Environmental Stewardship Program

The East Lansing Environmental Stewardship Program involves the community in the restoration of the City of East Lansing’s park biotic communities by removing problematic invasive plant species and replacing them with native species. The program also serv...

All-of-us Express Children's Theatre

All-of-us Express Children’s Theatre (AECT) offers youth the opportunity to take part in every aspect of theatre production from acting, technical production and costume design to set construction. AECT brings four major productions to the Greater Lansing...

Sports Offerings (Youth and Adult)

The Department of Parks, Recreation & Arts offers sports leagues and programs for adults and youth. In addition, there are opportunities to get involved in a number of sports clubs and programs, including the East Lansing Soccer Club, Track Club, Bask...

Tri-County Regional Planning Commission Develops Online Parks and Trails Viewer

Community members looking to get outside and exercise can find several parks and trails in the area by viewing the Tri-County Planning Commission’s online parks and trail viewer. When using the parks and trails, community members should practice safe soci...