My Community: Fiesta 2011
Celebrating the 50th anniversary of Cristo Rey Catholic Church in Lansing, Fiesta 2011 took place May 27-29. The event featured authentic Mexican and Latino foods, as well as live musical performances. There was also a market where visitors could browse an array of traditional costumes and art from various Latino countries. Proceeds went to programs for senior...
Continue ReadingDiapers & Deadlines: Baby-Free Holiday
Last month I went to visit a close friend in Florida for four days. It was my first baby-free vacation ever. And although I missed him the entire trip, I embraced my time away as an opportunity to act like any parent would on vacation without a child — freely. Within those four days, I: Stayed up until 3 a.m. (and slept in!) Ate cheesecake for breakfast ...
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Local Women: Scarlett Sybrowsky
Baking and working with whole grains has always been a part of Scarlett Sybrowsky’s life. And ever since she opened The Grain Market — located inside Lansing City Market — with her husband Travis, it’s been her way of life. Her emphasis is on basic foods that save you money and are better for you. Q: How did you get started with The Grain Market? A:...
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Local Women: Tess Mothersell
Tess Mothersell has been in the fitness industry for 27 years. She has trained as a National Physique Committee competitor and placed first in 2008. Along with starting up her own business, Body Balance Fitness, Mothersell also has a new cook book, Figure Friendly Snacks. Q: How did you get started with your own business? A: With Body Balance Fitness, I plan...
Continue ReadingEvents for July 2011
June thru August — Gemstone Mining, St. Johns. The kids will enjoy mining for their own gemstones at Uncle John’s Mining Company alongside the 40-foot operational slues. To enjoy this activity, kids will need to purchase a mining bag. Two bag sizes in the gift shop: $4.50-$6.50. Visit www.ujcidermill.com. July 4 — Fourth of July Parade, Lansing. Celebrate...
Continue ReadingMy Community: Be A Tourist In Your Own Town
Be A Tourist In Your Own Town was an all-day event Saturday, June 4 that allowed members of the community to participate in exactly what the name suggests — to be a tourist in their own town! Residents and visitors walked all over Lansing to a variety of vendors and businesses for fun events. Many participating locations offered stamps on a passport which...
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Local Women: Ruby Foster
Ruby Foster is an advocate for — and supporter of women — with heart disease. She knows a thing or two about it; she’s a 10-time stroke survivor and has a family history of the disease. Q: Can you tell me about the message you convey to women when doing advocacy work? A: I just want women to know they need to be aware of what’s happening to their...
Continue ReadingMy Community: World Day At Hunter Park
A taste of culture and flavors from all different parts of the globe came together at World Day at Hunter Park held Saturday, June 11. The event featured a stage with live song and dance performances from a variety of cultures. There was also a food court with world cuisines, as well as arts and crafts booths from different vendors and a Family Health Walk...
Continue ReadingWith a Capital EM: FYI, It’s Not a Scuba Suit
Bikinis. Even the word is ridiculous. Still, I can’t deny that when the brief time in my adult life arrived and I was able to wear the get-up without spilling out of it, I did. Because, well, I suppose as the saying goes “if you’ve got it, flaunt it.” Unfortunately for me, that time was a fleeting moment in history. Also unfortunately for me, it was...
Continue ReadingFind a Suitable Suit This Summer
Summer — the longer days, the barbeques, the trips to the beach … oh yeah, and the bathing suits. Ugh! I don’t know many women who look forward to slipping into their suit and hanging out with friends or strangers. I know I’m certainly not one of them. I definitely wouldn’t parade around in my skivvies in front of strangers, and donning a swimsuit...
Continue ReadingGood News July 2011
Common Ground Announces More Acts Two-time Grammy winner and “NCIS: LA” star, LL Cool J has joined the line up at this year’s Common Ground Music Festival set for July 11-17. Best known for hits such as “Around the Way Girl,” “Mama Said Knock You Out,” “Doin It,” and “Goin Back to Cali,” LL also devotes time to a clothing line, a musician-supportive...
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Recipe of the Month: Wave your Flag Cheesecake
4 cups fresh strawberries, divided 1-1/2 cups boiling water 2 pkg. (3 oz. each) JELL-O Strawberry Flavor Gelatin ice cubes 1 cup cold water 1 pkg. (10.75 oz.) prepared pound cake, cut into 10 slices 1-1/3 cups blueberries, divided 2 pkg. (8 oz. each) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened 1/4 cup sugar 1 tub (8 oz.) COOL WHIP Whipped Topping, thawed SLICE 1 cup...
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