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LANSING, MI — Spring is coming and Easter is almost here. In keeping with a longstanding community tradition, the Lansing Jaycees are gearing up for their annual Easter Egg Hunt on the Capitol Lawn on Saturday, March 22, 2008!
The sign in front of a shopping cart that only holds an “Ugly Quilt” made from scraps states: Sometimes quilts and quiltmaking are the cornerstones of projects designed to raise awareness and to directly address human rights issues. Some are single quilts made by single makers. Others are the results of projects engaging thousands in activism. For instance, the NAMES Project raises awareness of AIDS and the Ugly Quilt Project addresses of AIDS and the Ugly Quilt Project addresses the needs of the homeless in a tangible way.
“It came as a surprise to me there was no forewarning,” said Johnson in a telephone interview.
Valuable Learning Experience: Bettye Thomas-Gilkey began the Black Traveling Exhibit after visiting the Charles Wright Museum in Detroit. It became her model and motivation to continue the legacy of educating others about the wealth of contributions given by Black Americans. Photo by Susan Allen
Michigan Women’s Historical Center and Hall of Fame is located at 213 West Michigan Avenue, Lansing, MI. Their newest history exhibit is “Ladies of the Lights: Michigan Women in the U.S. Lighthouse Service”.
For hours and other exciting exhibits call 517-484-1880.
Lansing Dietetic Association 27th Annual Food & Fitness 5K RUN/WALK Event Benefits Greater Lansing Food Bank and Celebrates Fitness, Fun & Family
Don’t let your phone service be one of the first casualties of your quest to save money. Assistance may be available.
African American businessman offers laughter, conversation and advice at an affordable price to all who seek it… but most of all he gives back to the community that he serves
Barber Shop Lessons: Mo Ogden is a making history in one of the oldest professions to provide African American males opportunity for entreprenuerism. Here Mo shows Rami Marsh his new haircut. He also offers advice on how to stay well groomed by giving the Shabazz visitors new hair brushes. Photo by Dr. Eugene Cain
Homeless and Hurting: “I’m doing the best that I can. I’m making it day by day. In 2008, my goals are to get a job and a new guitar from White Brothers,” said Steven Morrison as he sat on a cold bench on the corner of Allegan and Washington Avenue. TNCP Photo
Rally For Affordable Housing
February 20, 2008 at 12:10 pm at Oliver Towers at the corner of Ionia St. and N. Capitol Ave. The group will then move on to the plaza at City Hall.
The stars were out in force Wednesday night helping to raise $3.7 million for the UNICEF and two other organizations in its effort to help impoverished and sick children around the world.