Art as an Outlet
Rosemarie Turke in her Lansing studio. Born and raised in war–torn Germany, local artist Rosemarie Turke began creating art as a way to release and express her emotions during her childhood years. Working alongside her uncle, who was a professional artist, she quickly developed a strong passion for her craft. Turke’s artwork has been showcased in several...
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Young at Heart
Cancer survivor Tracey Yarborough. “With Susie’s encouragement I walked two half marathons this summer, which I never could have done before,” Dee Robison said. Robinson is a 70–year–old cancer survivor and just one of the many women who have benefited from Susan Bracamonte’s Senior Stretch and Tone Class at Court One Athletic Center in Lansing. The...
Continue ReadingBelieve in You
“If you hear a voice within you say ‘you cannot paint’ then by all means paint, and that voice will be silenced,” – Vincent Van Gogh I’ve been spending a lot of time talking to people about taking risks, making big decisions and chasing dreams. I’ve found a couple of interesting things. First — there are some people who...
Continue ReadingDiapers & Deadlines: Give Yourself a Chance
Every January, I find myself pining over lost time and focusing on unmet goals. I sit there wondering exactly what it is I did the year before … well, I guess I really sit there wondering what I didn’t do. But 2011 was different. I may not have met all my goals, but I learned a lot about myself. Having started a health and wellness blog (poppyonakite.com),...
Continue ReadingMy Community: Rock of Ages Event
Capital Area Women’s LifeStyle Magazine partnered with the Wharton Center to present a women’s networking pre-show event for the Tuesday, Dec. 13 performance of 80s rock musical Rock of Ages. The evening included networking, cocktails and food. [Show as slideshow] ...
Continue ReadingMy Community: JA Starmakers Breakfast
Teens, who are part of the Lansing-area Junior Achievement program, put on their annual Starmakers Breakfast on Wednesday, Dec. 7 at the Radisson Hotel in downtown Lansing. The morning included valuable information about the in-school program and plenty of singing, dancing and more from the students [Show as slideshow] ...
Continue ReadingMy Community: Festival of Trees
The Causeway Bay Hotel was decked with Holiday spirit during the 2011 Festival of Trees. Each unique tree was decorated and donated by a sponsor to benefit a local charity and then raffled off to the community. The festival also included live musical performances, Santa and Mrs. Clause appearances, vendors and lots of fun activities for the whole family. [Show...
Continue ReadingMy Community: Holiday Glitter
The Arts Council’s signature fundraising event, Holiday Glitter, has been an annual tradition for more than 30 years. Held each December, Holiday Glitter was at the Henry Events center this year, featuring an evening of live entertainment, networking, cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, delicious desserts and coffees and fun 1950s-inspired entertainment. [Show...
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Save the Date: 80s Flashback Fundraiser!
Join us for a totally rad time at the CAWLM 80s Flashback Fundraiser! Who: Capital Area Women’s LifeStyle Magazine, community members, business owners, 80s lovers and more. Plus, the popular 80s cover band Starfarm will keep the crowd rockin’ all night long! There will also be finger foods, a cash bar, big-hair station, video game room, poker and...
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CAWL Award Nomination
Nominate your choice for the CAWL Award at the CAWLM 80s Flashback event, Saturday, March 24. Nominations are due Friday, Feb. 24 (more…)
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2011 Holiday Gift Guide
The people at MSU Federal Credit Union know a thing or two about making dreams — including those of the holiday variety — come true. Pair that knowledge with the gift-giving expertise that can be found at Motion Marketing & Media (M3), and you’ve got the ultimate collection of wants and needs to suit any shopping list. So, no matter who you are buying...
Continue ReadingMy Community: March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction
More than 20 local chefs served up their finest fare at the 2011 March of Dimes Signature Chef Auction on Monday, Nov. 7. Local residents and business owners gathered to sample the cuisine, enjoy live entertainment and participate in a silent auction while learning more about the March of Dimes mission. The event raised more than $65,000 for research and advocacy...
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