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** City of Champions!
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From the state champion East Lansing High School boys basketball team to Michigan State University's four teams making it to the 2025 NCAA Tournament, East Lansing is full of pride!!!!!
https://www.rentcafe.com/blog/rental-market/market-snapshots/best-college-towns-2025


** East Lansing and MSU Number One in the Midwest
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RentCafe.com (https://www.rentcafe.com/blog/rental-market/market-snapshots/best-college-towns-2025/#:~:text=East%20Lansing%2C%20Provo%2C%20Ann%20Arbor,the%20best%20in%20the%20nation.) analyzed 12 different factors, including cost of living, tuition fees, graduation rates, natural amenities, air quality, entertainment options and more to choose this year's best college towns. East Lansing/MSU came out on top for all schools in the Midwest and number six in the entire nation. The City's affordable quality living, artistic venues and entertainment establishments, and innovative environment were cited as making this a great college town.
https://www.michigan.gov/mdot/projects-studies/us-127-corridor-improvements


** Construction Updates: Getting Around Town
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U.S. 127 will be in its current configuration, with occasional short-term ramp and lane closures, until mid-June. Both the Jolly Road and Mount Hope Avenue overpasses were demolished last weekend and are beginning reconstruction. The closure of eastbound I-496 to northbound U.S. 127 at Kalamazoo and Homer streets should be reopened after today (March 28).

Forest Road at U.S. 127 will be closed all day on Saturday, March 29 for a partial bridge demolition. Detours will be posted; however, motorists should expect delays and are advised to seek alternate routes.

To stay updated on current closures, visit https://www.Michigan.gov/127Corridor (https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2F127Corridor&data=05%7C02%7Ccsampson%40cityofeastlansing.com%7Ccf23d9667d7c457b884608dd6d2d4122%7C42c2237340d243c6b22f2c6f445fa115%7C0%7C0%7C638786763326366015%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=1NPsItObPKxP68vcgdr9glIz4fvOC2JERKaSkPKQ1cc%3D&reserved=0) and sign up for GovDelivery
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Early in the morning on Monday, March 31, there will be intermittent closures on I-496 between Grand Avenue and Walnut Street in Lansing for permit utility work. It is expected to be conducted between 5-6 a.m.
https://www.instagram.com/curryhouse.eastlansing/


** Supporting Trowbridge Road During Construction
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Curry House recently opened at 930 Trowbridge Road in the plaza at the intersection of Harrison and Trowbridge roads. The restaurant features Indian and Nepali cuisine, including classic dishes, from fragrant curries and tandoori specialties to delectable momo and thali’s. They serve a lunch buffet from 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday. The restaurant is also open for dinner from 5-9:30 p.m. daily. Follow them on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/curryhouse.eastlansing/) for more information.

Businesses on Trowbridge Road have felt the pinch of construction over the past year. Let's show support to these local businesses!
https://www.lansingmi.gov/348/Mayors-Ramadan-Unity-Dinner


** As Holy Month of Ramadan Ends, Eid Mubarek!
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East Lansing Mayor George Brookover and Lansing Mayor Andy Schor invite the community to attend the 17th annual Mayors' Ramadan Unity Dinner to support the Greater Lansing Food Bank. The event will be held from 5:30-8 p.m. on Monday, April 21 at the Henry Center, 3535 Forest Road, Lansing. The keynote speaker is Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II. For more information and tickets, visit https://www.lansingmi.gov/348/Mayors-Ramadan-Unity-Dinner.

Read the East Lansing City Council's resolution honoring Ramadan here (https://cityofeastlansing.civicweb.net/document/396951/Resolution%20Honoring%20the%20Holy%20Month%20of%20Ramadan%20i.pdf?handle=1DE9E67C76C64966B4B65BCF21710B40) .
https://cityofeastlansing.com/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2276


** Battle of the Businesses: Who's Still in It?
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Voting in the Downtown Management Board's Battle of the Businesses bracket challenge has begun. The Sweet 16 are:
* Raising Cane's vs. University Weiner
* Omi Sushi vs. Playa Bowls
* Student Book Store vs. Pinball Pete's
* Campbell's Market Basket vs. Yoga State
* Harper's vs. The Riv
* Hopcat vs. Crunchy's
* Graduate Hotel vs. Landmark
* Douglas J vs. Grand River Co.

Follow Downtown East Lansing on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/downtowneastlansing/) and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DowntownEastLansing) to help choose this year's winners!
https://www.cityofeastlansing.com/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2287


** Community Celebrated in Art Installation at City Hall
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This week the City was pleased to host the family and friends of late artist John Neering at the dedication of his sculpture, entitled "Community."

"Community" was originally commissioned for the City's 100th anniversary in 2007 and placed at Valley Court Park. However, the pieces began to suffer deterioration from exposure to the elements and were removed and placed in storage until last fall when the East Lansing Arts Commission allocated funds for their restoration. That work was done by Mike Ouderkirk from 508 Fab, Machining and V-twin Performance in St. Johns.


** “Dad was honored when East Lansing originally purchased his piece. He’d be so pleased to see this total refurbishment and the new location,” said Jan Neering, John Neering’s daughter.
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Please note that the City Hall elevator will be out of order for a monthlong modernization project beginning Monday, April 21. Learn more here (https://www.cityofeastlansing.com/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2287) .
https://cityofeastlansing.com/primetime


** Prime Time Hosts "Made in Michigan" Luncheon
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The Prime Time Seniors Program held a "Made in Michigan" luncheon this week. The event included a Michigan-themed lunch of cherry chicken, wild rice, asparagus and a Michigan salad. A brownie cherry cheesecake and apple cinnamon strudel were graciously sponsored by Red Cedar Lodge.

Entertainment included Motown hits with Tony Thompson and Friends, graciously sponsored by American House Senior Living Communities; a game of Michigan trivia; plus some fun Michigan-made snacks as prizes.

Information about the next luncheon will be published in the Prime Time newsletter. Visit https://cityofeastlansing.com/primetime to learn more.

See below for more opportunities to get involved.
https://www.cityofeastlansing.com/812/All-of-us-Express-Childrens-Theatre
Participants in last summer's "Mean Girls" summer camp.


** Cue the Drama! Summer Camp Registration Opens
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The City of East Lansing Department of Parks, Recreation and Arts is currently accepting registration for summer drama camps. Camps fill up fast, so be sure to sign up early! For more information, call (517) 333-2580, ext. 0 or visit the website (https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cityofeastlansing.com%2F812%2FAll-of-us-Express-Childrens-Theatre&data=05%7C02%7Ccsampson%40cityofeastlansing.com%7Ced26c6dbce494119880f08dd6d363893%7C42c2237340d243c6b22f2c6f445fa115%7C0%7C0%7C638786801834010092%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=NlsIslARTL0tufhvAXP3L4kdj2SWAD7zuoR2TpQaSjg%3D&reserved=0) .

For more information from the Department of Parks, Recreation and Arts, subscribe to the monthly email newsletter (https://cityofeastlansing.us17.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d99498ce3806962a5ede26662&id=9c773e043c) .
https://www.elpl.org/


** Spring is Coming and So is National Library Week
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On Monday, April 7 from 7-8:30 p.m. the East Lansing Public Library (ELPL) will host Curtis Chin, author of "Everything I Learned, I Learned in a Chinese Restaurant." His book is about growing up Asian-American in Detroit, coming out in a working-class immigrant community and being a first-generation college student. ELPL will give away copies of his book to the first 50 attendees. Learn more here (https://elpl.bibliocommons.com/events/67bd1af3bd7c6c2800fcf0ed) .

Books, Bites & Bids! Get tickets now (https://www.elpl.org/blogs/post/get-ready-for-books-bites-bids-2025/?_gl=1*tnlqoh*_ga*MTIzNDM3NTY2OS4xNzQxMTAzMTU1*_ga_G99DMMNG39*MTc0MjUwNTI4OS44LjAuMTc0MjUwNTI4OS4wLjAuMA..) for the Library's largest fundraiser of the year, to be held on Friday, April 11 from 5:30-8 p.m.

Some of the exciting auction baskets up for bid include:
* Peacock Road Family Farm Package
* Zap Zone Family Fun Passes
* Williamston Theatre Tickets
* Overnight stays at both The Graduate and Marriott East Lansing

https://www.cityofeastlansing.com/yardwaste


** Yard Waste Collection, Recycle Rama & More in April
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Yard waste collection is almost here! The first no-fee yard waste collection on the west side (closer to Frandor from Abbot Road) will be on Monday, April 7. On the east side (closer to Okemos from Abbot Road) no-fee yard waste will be collected the following Monday, April 14. For all the details, visit https://www.cityofeastlansing.com/yardwaste.

The City of East Lansing is pleased to co-host the 2025 Recycle Rama event, taking place on Saturday, April 26 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Ingham County Health Department, 5303 S. Cedar St., Lansing. Learn more about this event, including what can be recycled, here (https://www.cityofeastlansing.com/303/Recycle-Rama) .

Missed last year's Solarize Event in East Lansing? Check out Solarize Meridian Township on Wednesday, April 9 from 6:30-8 p.m. at Henry's Place, 4926 Marsh Road, Okemos. Learn more and get registered for this event here (https://www.2glrea.org/events-1/solarize-meridian-township) .


** Meetings & Events in the City of East Lansing
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Monday, March 31
* 5:30 p.m. Folk Fest Study Committee meeting, East Lansing Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbot Road

Tuesday, April 1
April Fools' Day - no meetings and that's no joke

Wednesday, April 2
* 5 p.m. City Council special meeting, East Lansing Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbot Road
* 6 p.m. Zoning Board of Appeals meeting and public hearing, East Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Road
* 6 p.m. Police Oversight Committee meeting, ELHCC, 819 Abbot Road

Thursday, April 3
* Noon Downtown Management Board meeting, City Hall, 410 Abbot Road, Conference Room A (second floor)
* 6:30 p.m. Housing Commission meeting, ELHCC, 819 Abbot Road
* 6:30 p.m. Charter Review Committee meeting, ELHCC, 819 Abbot Road, Room 235

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