Events for June 2011
Events 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. June 3 — Flamingo Fest & Cool Car...
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May 2 — 2011 MI Cops Law Enforcement Officers Candlelight Memorial Service, Lansing. The Michigan Concerns of Police Survivors (MI COPS) will host a memorial to fallen Michigan law enforcement officers starting with a ceremony at Wentworth Park at 6 p.m. followed by a procession to the State Capitol Building. Call Officer Bailey (517) 927-7736. May 5-8 —...
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Events June 4 — 15th Annual BWL Chili Cook-off, Lansing. Lansing’s riverfront will again be ablaze with chili. So fire up your taste buds, this year promises to be a successful repeat. As always, proceeds will go to local charities and non-profit organizations. Lansing area restaurants and organizations will again face off in this judged competition. Contestants...
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Events May 1 — Victorian Day, Grand Ledge. This event takes place downtown and Island Park on Bridge St. from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Features a non-motorized parade, a Teddy Bear Tea & Maypole Dance for the kiddies; a High Tea and costume show, kite flying, artisans and craftspeople and a Civil War encampment. Call (517) 676-1589 or visit www.victoriandays.org. May...
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