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Robin Hood Comes to the ELHCC Stage
All-of-us Express Children’s Theatre is pleased to present the legendary story of heroic outlaw Robin Hood. Join Robin Hood, his Merry Men, Maid Marian, the evil Sheriff of Nottingham, King John and more delightful characters as they weave a tale from English folklore. This beloved tale features more than 60 youth, ages 9-17, from the mid-Michigan area.
The show opens on Friday, Feb. 7 at 7 p.m. Additional show times are Feb. 8-9 at 3 p.m., Feb. 14 at 7 p.m. and Feb. 15-16 at 3 p.m. All shows will take place at the East Lansing Hannah Community Center (ELHCC), 819 Abbot Road. Tickets are $7 for children (17 and under) and $10 for adults (18 and above). Community members can purchase tickets ahead of time by visiting the ELHCC Box Office or by calling (517) 333-2580 ext. 0. Tickets can also be purchased online at https://cityofeastlansing.com/822/Ticket-Information. Visit www.cityofeastlansing.com/allofus for more information.
Register for the Sweetheart Ball!
Mark your calendar for the always-popular annual Sweetheart Ball! The event will take place on Tuesday, Feb. 11 and Wednesday, Feb. 12 from 7- 8:30 p.m. at the ELHCC.
Youth, along with their favorite adult/caregiver (or even their whole family), can enjoy a Valentine-inspired night. The night will include a DJ/dancing, snacks, refreshments, a photo booth, a craft table and more. Semi-formal or dressy attire is recommended for this special night. Advanced registration is highly recommended, as the dance does fill up fast. The cost is $14 per person for residents and $15 per person for non-residents. To register, call the ELHCC at (517) 333-2580 ext. 0 or online at www.cityofeastlansing.com/classes.
White Park Trail Extension and Natural Features Enhancement Project Beginning this Week
Construction is beginning on the White Park Trail Extension and Natural Features Enhancement Project. The project will include the extension of the Northern Tier Trail through the park and improvements to the park’s natural areas.
This project includes constructing hard surface pathways throughout the park to connect the existing trail from Pebblebrook Lane to the intersection of Lake Lansing Road and Birch Row. Additionally, the project will extend the Northern Tier Trail along Towar Avenue from the East Lansing Softball Complex to East Lansing’s border with Meridian Township, where a future township pathway is expected to be constructed.
The natural features enhancement portion of the project will include improvements to the existing pond within the park to improve fishing habitat, including bank erosion correction, removal of siltation and removal of invasive plant species around the pond. The pond will also be restocked with small game fish. Additionally, invasive plant species will be removed from around the park’s vernal pool and native vegetation will be planted in its place.
The trail extension portion of the project is expected to be completed by August 2020, while the natural features enhancement portion of the project is expected to be completed by this fall. Funding for the project includes $469,000 in Ingham County Trails and Parks Millage funding and a $300,000 Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund grant from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.
East Lansing Family Aquatic Center Employment Opportunities
The East Lansing Family Aquatic Center (ELFAC) will begin accepting applications for summer employment soon. ELFAC employs lifeguards, slide operators and customer service associates (admission/concessions). Applicants must be at least 16 years old, have flexible schedules and be willing to work various shifts seven days a week. The aquatic center leadership staff will conduct all of the necessary training, including lifeguard certification, for the summer staff in May.
ELFAC is an interactive outdoor water facility that provides a safe aquatic experience to patrons of all ages. Features of the facility include a 190-foot tube water slide, 140-foot body water slide, Splash Park, drop slide, diving board, youth frog slide and a number of interactive water-play structures. ELFAC also features a wet/dry sand play area, large sunbathing deck, zero-depth pool entry and concessions.
Applicants that have questions prior to applying can email Dee Careathers at dcareath@cityofeastlansing.com or Tristan Guthrie at tguthrie@cityofeastlansing.com. Job postings will be available at www.cityofeastlansing.com/jobs. Please note, the application deadline for most positions are late February, but the ELFAC will continue to accept applications until all jobs are filled.
Don't Miss the East Lansing Children's Concert Series!
There are two more concerts left in the 2020 East Lansing Children’s Concert Series! These free performances feature live musical performances for children of all ages and take place at the ELHCC from 11-11:45 p.m. on three Saturdays each winter. The remaining two performances are as follows:
Saturday, Feb. 15 -The Storytellers
In an effort to bring cultural, world music to audiences of all ages, The Storytellers combine interactive stories, beautiful music, humor, wonderful musical instruments and hands-on fun to create a captivating performance.
Saturday, Feb. 29 - Karen Bonnici
Incorporating physical animation, characters, stories and songs in her musical and theatrical work of storytelling, Karen Bonnici creates an interactive experience for audiences with her unique collection of traditional and original works.
ELPRA Offering a New Dance Class: Dance for the Performance
The East Lansing Department of Parks, Recreation and Arts is excited to team up with East Lansing’s Studio de Danse to bring community members a new type of dance class: Dance for the Performance. This class is designed for students, ages 9-13, who want more coaching on performing dance in front of audiences. Class warmups will include strength and flexibility exercises with a jazz flair. Participants will also learn basic dance moves for musical theater and long line poses for ice skaters and gymnasts.
Community members can try a FREE Dance for the Performance class on Monday, Feb. 24 at 5:15 p.m. at the ELHCC. Participants are encouraged to pre-register by visiting www.cityofeastlansing.com/classes, calling (517) 333-2580 ext. 0 or stopping by the ELHCC.
Class Feature: Aqua Zumba
Community members are encouraged to try Aqua Zumba at the ELHCC pool. A "pool party" workout for all ages and fitness levels, this class is a safe, effective and challenging water-based workout that integrates the Zumba formula and philosophy into traditional aqua fitness. The moves are intense, challenging and fun all at the same time.
Aqua Zumba will be held every Monday during the month of February from 7:30-8:30 p.m. Participants are encouraged to pre-register by going online to www.cityofeastlansing.com/classes, calling (517) 333-2580 ext. 0 or stopping by the ELHCC. The drop in rate is $10 per class.
