Listings deadline is 5 p.m. the THURSDAY BEFORE publication. Paid classes will be listed in print at the cost of one enrollment (maximum $20). Please submit them to the events calendar at www.lansingcitypulse.com. If you need help, please call Jessica at (517) 999-5069. E-mail information to calendar@lansingcitypulse.com.

APRIL 4

‘Professionals’ makes its debut

Schuler Books & Music gives readers the chance to meet author Owen Laukkanen tonight. An alumnus of the University of British Columbia's Creative Writing BFA program, Laukkanen spent three years reporting for a poker website, traveling from plush casinos to seedy cardrooms. Laukkanen will be discussing his work and signing copies of his book, “The Professionals,” the story of four recent college graduates plotting the ultimate kidnapping. To deal with their frustration with a collapsing economy and a bad job market, the group decides to target stockbrokers, hedge fund managers and bank vice presidents. Thomas Perry, author of “The Butcher’s Boy” and “The Informant,” called it “a spectacular debut novel written with intelligence, toughness, and heart. Owen Laukkanen is a writer to watch.” 7 p.m. FREE. Schuler Books & Music, 1982 Grand River Ave., Okemos. (517) 349-8840. www.schulerbooks.com.

APRIL 7

Let the hunt begin

Beginning Saturday morning, the State Capitol lawn will be swarming with children in search of Easter eggs. (Be careful not to overlook any nook or cranny.) The Easter egg hunt is hosted by the Lansing Jaycees and features various activities for children of all ages, including crafts, games and prizes and an opportunity to explore a fire engine from the Lansing Fire Department. Starting at 10 a.m., children can meet several special guests, such as the Easter Bunny, McGruff the Crime Dog, Crash the Clown, ClickIt the Cricket, Big Lug and Sparty the Spartan. Parents can purchase raffle tickets to win Easter baskets and other prizes. 8 a.m.-Noon. FREE. Capitol Steps, Capitol Building, 100 N. Capitol Ave., Lansing. www.lansingjaycees.org.

APRIL 11

A birthday party for the Bard

When thinking of April, most might immediately relate the month to spring and gardening. However, the Old Town Poets could not overlook poet and playwright William Shakespeare, who was baptized on April 26, 1564. On Wednesday, April 11, the Old Town Poets host Shakespeare's Birthday Party, an evening of tasty "bites and bits" of Shakespearian poetry and prose. The celebration is an open mic, limited to the first 14 participants to sign up. Those interested in performing — either as an actor or a poet — must sign up to identify which speech, sonnet or scene he or she wishes to present. There will be free refreshments and parking on the street and in the lot at the intersection of Turner St. and Grand River Ave. 7:30 p.m. Suggested donation: $5, $3 for students. Creole Gallery, 1218 Turner St., Old Town Lansing. (517) 267-0410. stokesly@msu.edu.

APRIL 11

From snapshots to photographs

For those photographers still trying to capture small details, like sunlight reflecting through the trees, a class might be helpful. The Harris Nature Center encourages those wishing to become more familiar with their cameras to join a three-week photography class held Wednesdays, April 11-25. Participants will work with award-winning photographer Ron St. Germain. St. Germain has over 30 years of experience in the classroom. Attendees should bring his or her camera and the owner’s manual. Wednesdays, April 11-25, 6:30-9 p.m. $55 for four-session program. Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road, Okemos. (517) 349-3866. harriscenter@sbcglobal.net.

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Wednesday, April 4

Classes and Seminars

Meditation. For beginners and experienced. 7-9 p.m. FREE. Vietnamese Buddhist Temple, 3015 S. Washington Square, Lansing. (517) 351-5866.

Community Yoga. Power yoga class. 6:30-8 p.m. FREE. Just B Yoga, 106 Island Ave., Lansing. (517) 488-5260.

Drop-in figure drawing. Easels and drawing boards provided, bring other supplies. 7:30-10 p.m. $5, $3 students. Kresge Art Museum, located at Physics and Auditorium roads, MSU Campus, East Lansing. (517) 337-1170.

Knee High Naturalist. Ages 2-5 for a playgroup featuring a different nature theme each week. 1-2 p.m. $5. Fenner Nature Center, 2020 E. Mount Hope Ave., Lansing. (517) 483-4224.

Feminist Theology. Discuss several passages from the Bible from a Feminist Theological perspective. 6-7 p.m. FREE. Pilgrim Congregational United Church of Christ, 125 S. Pennsylvania Ave., Lansing. (517) 484-7434. www.PilgrimUCC.com.

Mid Michigan Photography Club Meeting. With Ron St. Germain on critquing yourself and create your best final image. 6:30 p.m. FREE. First Presbyterian Church, 510 W. Ottawa St., Lansing. (517) 482-0668.

Open Jam. Rock night. 8 p.m.-Midnight, FREE. Zeppelins Music Hall, 2010 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) 580-8722.

Events Tissue Paper Crafts. For ages 4 and up. 1-2 p.m. FREE. East Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Road,

East Lansing. (517) 351-2420. www.elpl.org.

"Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat." Andrew Lloyd Webber's pop opera is taken from the Biblical story of the Coat of Many Colors. 7:30 p.m. Price varies. Celebration Cinema, 200 E. Edgewood Blvd. Lansing. (517) 393-7469. Also playing at Jackson 10, 1501 N. Wisner St., Jackson. (517) 782-8463.

Overeaters Anonymous. 7 p.m. FREE. Grand Ledge Baptist Church, 1120 W. Willow Hwy., Grand Ledge. (517) 256-6954.

Practice Your English. Speaking and listening to English in a friendly, relaxing atmosphere. 7-8 p.m. FREE. East Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Road, East Lansing. (517) 351-2420.

Youth Service Corps. East side youth grow food, and develop leadership skills. Ages 11-17. 3:30-5:30 p.m. FREE. Hunter Park Community Garden House, 1400 block of E. Kalamazoo St., Lansing. (517) 999- 3910.

Comedy Open Mic. Up and coming comics from all over mid-Michigan. 8 p.m. $8, $4 student. Connxtions Comedy Club, 2900 N. East St., Lansing. (517) 374-4242. www.connxtionscomedyclub.com.

Music Jazz Wednesdays. Live entertainment. 7-10 p.m. FREE. ENSO, 16800 Chandler Road, East Lansing. (517) 333-1656. www.enjoyenso.com.

Jazz Wednesdays. DJClarinet Combo: DJ clarinet, Joe Vasquez, bass, Nick Bracewell, drums. 7-10 p.m. FREE. Gracies Place, 151 S. Putnam, Williamston. (517) 655-1100.

Together, Let's Jam. For teen and adults of all can participate in various music activities. 7:30 p.m.

FREE. MSU Community Music School, 841-B Timberlane St., East Lansing. (517) 355-7661.

Warm Winds and Cool Jazz. Vintage Wind Quintet with Betty Baxter and Arlene McDaniel. 1 p.m. FREE. Plymouth Congregational Church, 2001 E. Grand River Ave., Lansing. (517) 351-4632. Stan Budzynski. 1/2 beer & Greg playing his new keyboard. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. FREE. The Exchange, 314 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) 319-4500.

Literature and Poetry Baby Time. Books and songs for ages 2 years & younger, with caregiver. 10:30 a.m. FREE. Delta Township District Library, 5130 Davenport Drive, Lansing.(517) 321-4014 x3.

Lansing Area Science Fiction Association Meeting. New location. Informal dinner and lively conversation every week. 7 p.m. FREE. Buddies Grill, 2040 Aurelius Road, #13, Holt. (517) 402-4481.

Owen Laukkanen. Talk and signing with author of "The Professionals." 7 p.m. FREE. Schuler Books & Music, 1982 Grand River Ave., Okemos. (517) 349-8840.

Author Spotlight. Featuring short story writers George Dila and Caitlin Horrocks. 7 p.m. FREE.

Schuler Books & Music, 2820 Towne Centre Blvd., Lansing. (517) 316-7495. www.schulerbooks.com .

Poetry Reading. "Daedalus Smokes Cigarettes on the Genial Sabbath" with the Writer's Collective of East Lansing. 7:30 p.m. $3. (SCENE) Metrospace, 110 Charles St. East Lansing. (517) 319-6832.

Thursday, April 5

Classes and Seminars

Yoga 2XL. Learn to move with confidence. 7:15-8:15 p.m. $8 suggested donation. Just B Yoga, 106 Island Ave., Lansing. (517) 488-5260.

Eating Disorders Annonymous Meeting. A group of people recovering from eating disorders who talk about recovery. 7 p.m. FREE. CADL Mason Library, 145 W. Ash St., Mason. (517) 899-3515.

Yoga Classes for Beginners. With Gaby Kende, yoga teacher and certified yoga therapist. 9:30-11 a.m. $84 for 8 weeks. Center for Yoga, 1780 E. Grand River Ave., East Lansing. (517) 351-6640.

Soil Care: Urban Garden. Learn to build up soil, and apply strategies to a backyard/community garden plot. 6-7:30 p.m. FREE. Southside Community Center, 5825 Wise Road, Lansing. (517) 374-5700.

Events Maundy Thursday Service. Remember the Last Supper in scripture, music, and prayer. 7 p.m. FREE. Pilgrim Congregational United Church of Christ, 125 S. Pennsylvania Ave. Lansing. (517) 484-7434.

Morning Storytime. All ages welcome for stories, songs, rhymes. 10:30 a.m. FREE. Delta Township District Library, 5130 Davenport Drive, Lansing. (517) 321-4014.

Karaoke. Every Thursday night with Atomic D. 9 p.m. LeRoy's Classic Bar and Grill, 1526 S. Cedar St., Lansing. (517) 482-0184. Euchre. No partner needed. 6-9 p.m. $1.50. Delta Township Enrichment Center, 4538 Elizabeth Road, Lansing. (517) 484-5600.

Mid-day Movies. Watch recent releases on the big screen. 2 p.m. FREE. CADL Downtown Lansing Library, 401 S. Capitol Ave., Lansing. (517) 367-6363. www.cadl.org.

Kids Time: Ages 5-11. Help east side youth grow food, develop leadership skills. 4:30-5:30 p.m. FREE. Hunter Park Community GardenHouse, 1400 block of E. Kalamazoo St., Lansing. (517) 999-3910.

Bananagrams Night. Play the hot new timed word game. 7 p.m. FREE. Schuler Books & Music, 2820 Towne Centre Blvd., Lansing. (517) 316-7495. "Rascal

Flatts: Changed." In-theater concert with concert footage and music from the album "Changed." 8 p.m. Price xaries. Jackson 10, 1501 N. Wisner St., Jackson. Also playing at Celebration Cinema, 200 E. Edgewood Blvd., Lansing. www. fathomevents.com.

Andy Warhol Film Night. Dress in 1970s style. 8 p.m. FREE. Zeppelins Music Hall, 2010 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) 580-8722.

Mike Brody. Comedy. 8 p.m. $8, $4 students. Connxtions Comedy Club, 2900 N. East St., Lansing. (517) 374-4242. www.connxtionscomedyclub.com.

Susan M. Reverby. A part of the World View Lecture Series. 7:30 p.m. $20, FREE students and MSU staff. Wharton Center, MSU Campus, East Lansing. (800) WHARTON.

Art of Networking. Lisa Wiley Parker gives tips on talking about artwork or creative projects. 10 a.m.-Noon, $5-$10. MICA Gallery, 1210 N. Turner St., Lansing. (517) 372-4636.

Drop-In LEGO® Day. For ages 4 and up. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. FREE. East Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Road, East Lansing. (517) 351-2420.

Spanish Conversation Group. Both English and Spanish will be spoken. 7-8 p.m. FREE. East Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Road, East Lansing. (517) 351-2420. www.elpl.org.

MSU Film Collective Series. Showing "Le Million," 8-11 p.m. FREE. Wells Hall, MSU Campus, East Lansing. www.english.msu.edu/film.

"Dirty Pretty Things." Film about two immigrants living illegally on the seedy side of London. 7 p.m. FREE. MSU Library, 100 Main Library, MSU Campus, East Lansing. www.lib.msu.edu/general/events/ index.jsp?e=12.

Music Foxy Shazam. CANCELED. The Loft, Harem Urban Lounge, 414 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. www. theloftlansing.com.

Jazz Thursdays. Various artists featured each week. 6:30-9:30 p.m. FREE. Mumbai Cuisine, 340 Albert St., East Lansing. (517) 336-4150.

Theater "The American Spirit." With ballet, modern, tap, jazz or hip-hop, performed by a company of 29 dancers. 8 p.m. $10; $5 LCC students, faculty, alumni. Dart Auditorium, Lansing Community College, 500 N. Capitol Ave. Lansing. (517) 483-1488. www.lcc. edu/showinfo.

"The Usual: A Musical Love Story." Original musical about love in a neighborhood bar. 8 p.m. $22. Williamston Theatre, 122 S. Putnam, Williamston. (517) 655-SHOW.

Literature and Poetry Writers Workshop. Grand Valley State University students and Michigan writers touch on working. 6 p.m. FREE. MSU Museum, MSU Campus, East Lansing. (517) 355-7474. www.museum.msu.edu.

Writers Roundtable. Get feedback and connect with other writers. 6-7:45 p.m. FREE. Delta Township District Library, 5130 Davenport Drive, Lansing. (517) 321-4014 ext. 4.

Friday, April 6

Classes and Seminars

Relics of the Big Bang. Emphasizes research currently underway at CERN. 8 p.m. $3, $2.50 students and seniors, $2 kids. Abrams Planetarium, 400 E. Grand River Ave., East Lansing. (517) 355-4676.

Cork and Canvas. An instructional art class. We provide the canvas, paint and instruction. 6-8:30 p.m. $25. 1210 Turner St., Lansing. (517) 999-1212.

Events Alcoholics Anonymous. Open meeting for family and friends with American Sign Language interpretation. 8 p.m. FREE. Alano Club East, 220 S. Howard St., Lansing. (517) 482-8957.

Storytime. Stories, rhymes and a craft for ages 2-5. 10:30-11:15 a.m. FREE. East Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Road, East Lansing. (517) 351-2420.

Good Friday Service. Join together in remembrance of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Noon-1 p.m.FREE. Okemos Community Church, 4734 Okemos Road, Okemos. (517) 349-4220.

Good Friday Service. In remembrance of Jesus' last hours and his crucifixion. 7 p.m. FREE. Pilgrim Congregational United Church of Christ, 125 S. Pennsylvania Ave., Lansing. (517) 484-7434.

Mike Brody. 8 p.m. & 1 0:30 p.m. $12. (Please See Details April 5)

"Hop." Movie about the Easter Bunny's son going to Hollywood. Call for showtimes, FREE 12 and under, $4 adults. Celebration Cinema, 200 E. Edgewood Blvd. Lansing. (517) 393-7469.

Lansing First Fridays. Find restaurants and bars with unique specials, shops and galleries with extended hours. Prices vary. Throughout Greater Lansing. www.lansingfirstfridays.com.

Alcoholics Anonymous for Woment. A closed meeting for women. 7:30 p.m. FREE. St. Michael's Episcopal Church, 6500 Amwood Drive, Lansing. (517) 882-9733

Music Avon Bomb. Live music. 9 p.m. FREE. Green Door Blues Bar & Grill, 2005 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) 482-6376.

Musique 21. Live music. 8 p.m. FREE. MSU Music Building Auditorium, MSU Campus, East Lansing. www.music.msu.edu.

Mighty Medicine and Davison Magpie. Live concert. Noon-1 p.m. FREE. Grand Cafe/Sir Pizza, 201 E. Grand River Ave., Lansing. (517) 483-1000. www.lcc.edu/radio.

Theater "The American Spirit." 8 p.m. $5 & $10. (Please See Details April 5) "The

Usual: A Musical Love Story." 8 p.m. $25. (Please See Details April 5)

Literature and Poetry Music & Movement Storytime. Dance and sing to music, and learn to play with instruments and more. 1 p.m. FREE. Delta Township District Library, 5130 Davenport Drive, Lansing. (517) 321-4014 ext. 3.

Saturday, April 7

Classes and Seminars

Relics of the Big Bang. 8 p.m. $3, $2.50 studentsandseniors, $2 kids. (Please See Details March 30)

Beginner Tai Chi. Can build strength and reduce stress. 8-9 a.m. $8. Just B Yoga, 106 Island Ave., Lansing. (517) 488-5260.

Tai Chi in the Park. Meditation at 8:45 a.m. followed by Tai Chi. 9:30 a.m. FREE. Hunter Park Community GardenHouse, 1400 block of E. Kalamazoo St., Lansing. Contact Bob Teachout (517) 272-9379.

Overeaters Anonymous. 9:30 a.m. FREE. Sparrow Professional Building, 1200 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) 485-6003.

Parenting Group. Lecture and group discussion each week. 10-11 a.m. Call to register. Women's Center of Greater Lansing, 1710 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) 372-9163.

Your Retirement. Adapt investment strategy for long-term and short-term market trends. 10-11:30 a.m. FREE. CADL Okemos Library, 4321 Okemos Road, Okemos. (517) 347-2021. www.cadl.org.

Magic School Bus Exhibit. Learn about weather. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. $5. Impression 5 Science Center, 200 Museum Drive, Lansing. (517) 485-8116.

Events Salsa Dancing. DJ Adrian "Ace" Lopez hosts Lansing's weekly salsa event. Singles welcome. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. $5. Gregory's Bar and Grille, 2510 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Lansing. (517) 323-7122.

Easter Egg Hunt & Raffle. Children can craft, play games and win prizes; several special visitors. 10 a.m.-Noon. FREE. Capitol Building, 100 N. Capitol Ave., Lansing. (248) 716-0539. www.lansing jaycees.org.

Run for Reading. 5K run or walk and kids run. 9 a.m. $12-$20. Delta Township District Library, 5130 Davenport Drive, Lansing. (517) 321-4014 ext. 4.

Bust the Bus. Bus operators and others will collect nonperishable food items for those in need. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. FREE. Kroger, 4884 Marsh Road, Okemos. Kroger, 1550 W. Lake Lansing Road, East Lansing. Kroger 6430 W. Saginaw Hwy., Lansing.

(517) 420-5519. Mike Brody. 8 p.m. &1 0:30 p.m. $15. (Please See Details April 5)

"Hop." Call for showtimes. FREE 12 and under, $4 adults. (Please See Details April 6)

Music Temesgen Hussein. Live music at dinnertime. 6:30-8:30 p.m. FREE. Altu's Ethiopian Cuisine, 1312 Michigan Ave., East Lansing. (517) 333-6295.

Avon Bomb. Live music, 9 p.m. FREE. The Exchange, 314 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) 319-4500.

www.lansingexchange.com.

Theater "The Usual: A Musical Love Story." 3 and 8 p.m. $22 matinee, $25. (Please See Details April 5)

"The American Spirit." 2 p.m. $5 & $10. (Please See Details April 5)

Literature and Poetry Just Bring It Open-Mic Nights. Poetry, spoken word, hip hop, MCs, storytellers welcome. 9 p.m.- Midnight, FREE. Just B Yoga, 106 Island Ave., Lansing. (517) 282-7725. justbyoga.com/justbringit-openmicfirst-fridays/.

LGBT Romance Novel. Attempting to start a LGBT Book Club in the Lansing Area through Everybody Reads Books and Stuff. Noon, FREE. Gone Wired Cafe, 2021 E. Michigan Ave. Lansing. (517) 853-0550. vacaafrank@gmail.com.

Sunday, April 8

Classes and Seminars

Lansing Area Codependents Anonymous. Meets on the third floor. 2-3 p.m. FREE. CADL Downtown Lansing Library, 401 S. Capitol Ave., Lansing. (517) 367-6300. www.cadl.org.

Overeaters Anonymous. 2 p.m. FREE. Everybody Reads Books and Stuff, 2019 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) 485-8789.

Relics of the Big Bang. 4 p.m. $3, $2.50 students and seniors, $2 kids. (Please See Details April 7)

Bust the Bus. 8 a.m. FREE. (Please See Details April 7)

Events Salsa Dancing. DJ Mojito spins salsa, merengue, bachata. 7 p.m.-Midnight, $5 21, $7 under 21. Fahrenheit Ultra Lounge, 6810 S. Cedar St., Lansing.

Alcoholics Anonymous. Closed meeting for those who desire to stop drinking, with American Sign Language interpretation. 9 a.m. FREE. Alano Club East, 220 S. Howard St., Lansing. (517) 482-8957.

Capital Area Singles Dance. Meet new friends with door prizes. 6:30-10:30 p.m. $8. Ramada, 7501 W. Saginaw Hwy., Lansing. (517) 819-0405.

Easter Sunday Services. Flowers, music and service. 9:30-10:30 a.m. & 11 a.m.-Noon. FREE. Okemos Community Church, 4734 Okemos Road, Okemos. (517) 349-4220.

Easter Brunch. An expansive brunch buffet with all the Irish staples and Easter favorites alike, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Price varies. Claddagh Irish Pub, 2900 Towne Centre Blvd. Lansing. (517) 484-2523. www. claddaghirishpubs.com.

"Hop." Call for showtimes. FREE 12 and under, $4 adults. (Please See Details April 6)

Easter Cantata. The Sanctuary Choir will present "Song Everlasting," a choral cantata. 9:15 a.m. FREE. Grace United Methodist, 1900 Boston Blvd., Lansing. (517) 482-5750.

Music Greater Lansing Community Concert. 2 p.m. FREE. Hospice of Lansing, 4052 Legacy Parkway, Suite 200, Lansing. (517) 353-9958. www.hospiceoflansing.org.

Theater "The Usual: A Musical Love Story." 2 p.m. $22 matinee, $25. (Please See Details April 5)

Monday, April 9

Classes and Seminars

Divorced, Separated, Widowed Conversation Group. For those who have gone through loss and are ready to move on with their lives. 7:30 p.m. FREE. St. David's Episcopal Church, 1519 Elmwood Road, Lansing. (517) 323-2272.

GriefShare Seminar. DVD series, with support group discussion. 6:30-8 p.m. FREE. Grace United Methodist, 1900 Boston Blvd., Lansing. (517) 490-3218.

Overeaters Anonymous. 7 p.m. FREE. St. David's Episcopal Church, 1519 Elmwood Road, Lansing. (989) 587-4609. www.stdavidslansing.org.

Chronic Pain Support Group. For those experiencing any level of chronic physical pain. 4-5:30 p.m. FREE. Women's Center of Greater Lansing, 1710 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) 372-9163.

HomeWork Help. Drop-in help for grades K-8 from the MSU Student Michigan Education Association. 5-7 p.m. FREE. East Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Road, East Lansing. (517) 351-2420. www.elpl.org.

Events Euchre. Play euchre and meet new people. 6-9 p.m. $1.50. Delta Township Enrichment Center, 4538 Elizabeth Road, Lansing. (517) 484-5600.

Social Bridge. Play bridge and socialize. 1-4 p.m. $1.50. Delta Township Enrichment Center, 4538 Elizabeth Road, Lansing. (517) 484-5600.

JAMM Meeting. Jazz Alliance of Mid-Michigan, open to all. 7:30 p.m. FREE. 1267 Lakeside Drive, East Lansing. "Hop." Call for showtimes. FREE 12 and under, $4 adults. (Please See Details April 6) "Pleasantville." Showing of the movie. 1 & 6:30 p.m. FREE. East Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Road, East Lansing. (517) 351-2420. www.elpl.org.

Monday Morning Movie. Get your film fix at the library. 10:30 a.m. FREE. Delta Township District Library, 5130 Davenport Drive, Lansing. (517) 321- 4014 ext.4.

Music Open-Mic Mondays. Sign up to play solo, duo, with your band. 6:30-10:30 p.m. FREE. Michigan Brewing Company, 402 Washington Square, Lansing. (517) 977-1349.

Pickin' Parlo. An acoustic jam featuring bluegrass and country pickers from Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, and "parts unknown." 7:30-10:30 p.m. FREE. VFW Club Post 6132, 3104 W. St. Joseph St., Lansing. (517) 372-2052.

Tuesday, April 10

Classes and Seminars

Schizophrenics Anonymous. A self-help support group for those affected by the disorder. 10 a.m. Room 215-F, Community Mental Health Building, 812 E. Jolly Road, Lansing. (517) 485-3775.

Yoga 40. For those in their 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond. 7:15 p.m. Suggested $7. Just B Yoga, 106 Island Ave., Lansing. (517) 488-5260.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly. Anyone wanting to lose weight is welcome. 7 p.m. FREE to visit.. Eaton Rapids Medical Center, 1500 S. Main St., Eaton Rapids. Judy @ (517) 543-0786.

Schizophrenics Anonymous Self-help Support Group. For persons with schizophrenia and related disorders. 5:30 p.m. FREE. Sparrow Professional Building, 1200 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) 485-3775.

Overeaters Anonymous. 7 p.m. FREE. Presbyterian Church of Okemos, 2258 Bennett Road, Okemos. (517) 505-0068.

Intro to Computers. Professionals from Career Quest teach the basics. 2:30-4 p.m. FREE. Capital Area Michigan Works, 2110 S. Cedar St., Lansing. (517) 492-5500.

On the Way To Wellness. Barb Geske provides nutrition and wellness coaching in a positive, informative format. 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. $10. Presbyterian Church of Okemos, 2258 Bennett Road, Okemos. (517) 349-9536.

Mindful Motivator. For weight loss, stress management and healthy goal achievements. 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. FREE. Presbyterian Church of Okemos, 2258 Bennett Road, Okemos. (517) 930-4265.

Computer Class. Learn Excel. 7 p.m. FREE. Community of Christ, 1514 W. Miller Road, Lansing. (517) 882-3122.

Farm to Table: Herbs. Learn how to plan an outdoor herb garden. 6:30 p.m. FREE. CADL Foster Library, 200 N. Foster Ave., Lansing. (517) 485-5185.

Job Seekers Club. Share experiences, network, update your resume and more. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. FREE. Delta Township District Library, 5130 Davenport Drive, Lansing. (517) 321-4014 ext. 4. www.dtdl.org.

Yoga for Well Being. With Amy Noren, RYT 200, trained in alignment based yoga. 6:30-8 p.m. $10. Full Spectrum Family Medicine, 2025 Abbot Road, East Lansing.

Speakeasies Toastmasters. Become a better speaker. 12:05-1 p.m. FREE. Ingham County Human Services Bldg., 5303 S. Cedar St., Lansing.

Laughter Yoga. With Kiran Gupta a licensed clinical social worker. 5:30-6 p.m. FREE. Campus Village Center, 1151 Michigan Ave., East Lansing. (517) 775-4834.

Events Lego Club. Drop by the library to build brick creations with your friends. Ages 6-14. 4 p.m. FREE. Williamston Library, 201 School St., Williamston. (517) 655-1191.

Compassionate Friends. For grieving parents. 7:30-9:30 p.m. FREE. Salvation Army Community Center, 701 W. Jolly Road, Lansing. (517) 351-6480.

Mid-day Movies. Watch recent releases on the big screen. 2 p.m. FREE. CADL Downtown Lansing Library, 401 S. Capitol Ave., Lansing. (517) 367-6363. www.cadl.org.

Game On. Play a variety of board and video games. 3-5 p.m. FREE. Delta Township District Library, 5130 Davenport Drive, Lansing. (517) 321-4014 x3.

Morning Storytime. All ages welcome for stories, songs, rhymes and fun. 10:30 a.m. FREE. Delta Township District Library, 5130 Davenport Drive, Lansing.(517) 321-4014.

Kids Time: Ages 5-11. Help eastside youth to grow food, develop leadership and life skills. 4:30-5:30 p.m. FREE. Hunter Park Community GardenHouse, 1400 block of E. Kalamazoo St., Lansing. (517) 999- 3910.

Storytime. Stories, rhymes, songs and a craft for ages 2-5. 10:30-11:15 a.m. & 6:30-7:15 p.m. FREE. East Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Road, East Lansing. (517) 351-2420.

"The Mill & the Cross." Film inspired by Pieter Bruegel the Elder's 1564 painting The Procession to Calvary. 7 p.m. FREE. MSU Library, 100 Main Library, MSU Campus, East Lansing. www.lib.msu.edu.

"Hop." Call for showtimes. FREE 12 and under, $4 adults. (Please See Details April 6)

Music

Jazz Tuesdays. With Jeff Shoup Quartet, artists from the MSU Jazz Studies Department and the mid-Michigan jazz community. 10 p.m.-1 a.m. FREE. Stober's Bar, 812 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing.

Theater Auditions "Folk Tales for Fun." The production dates are June 15 - 24 and June 30. 6:30-8 p.m.

FREE. Mid Michigan Family Theatre, 440 Frandor Ave. ,Lansing. (517) 339-2145. www.mmft.net.

Literature and Poetry Books on Tap. Discuss "The Year We Left Home," by Jean Thompson. 6:30-8 p.m. FREE. Jimmy's Pub, 16804 Chandler Road, East Lansing. (517) 351-2420.

African American Authors. Discuss reviews of books and the latest additions to our Ethnic Collection. Featuring "Samson" by Jacquelin Thomas. 6:30 p.m. FREE. Downtown Lansing Library, 401 S. Capitol Ave., Lansing. (517) 672-4072. www.cadl.org.

Wednesday, April 11

Classes and Seminars

Grande Paraders Square Dance Club. Round dancing and alternating and more. 7:30 p.m. $4 members; $5. Holt 9th Grade Campus, 5780 Holt Road, Holt. (517) 694-0087.

Meditation. For beginners and experienced. 7-9 p.m. FREE. Vietnamese Buddhist Temple, 3015 S. Washington Square, Lansing. (517) 351-5866.

Community Yoga. Power yoga class. 6:30-8 p.m. FREE. Just B Yoga, 106 Island Ave., Lansing. (517) 488-5260.

Drop-in figure drawing. Easels and drawing boards provided, bring other supplies. 7:30-10 p.m. $5, $3 students. Kresge Art Museum, located at Physics and Auditorium roads, MSU Campus, East Lansing. (517) 337-1170.

Knee High Naturalist. Ages 2-5 for a playgroup featuring a different nature theme each week. 1-2 p.m. $5. Fenner Nature Center, 2020 E. Mount Hope Ave., Lansing. (517) 483-4224.

E-Book Basics. Learn how to search for and download eBooks to your Kindle or Nook. 6 p.m. FREE. Mason Library, 145 West Ash St., Mason. (517) 676-9088.

Events Overeaters Anonymous. 7 p.m. FREE. Grand Ledge Baptist Church, 1120 W. Willow Hwy., Grand Ledge. (517) 256-6954.

Practice Your English. Speaking and listening to English in a friendly, relaxing atmosphere. 7-8 p.m. FREE. East Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Road, East Lansing. (517) 351-2420.

Youth Service Corps. East side youth grow food, and develop leadership skills. Ages 11-17. 3:30- 5:30 p.m. FREE. Hunter Park Community Garden House, 1400 block of E. Kalamazoo St., Lansing. (517) 999-3910.

"Hop." Call for Show times. FREE 12 and under, $4 adults. (Please See Details April 6)

Toddler Storytime. Ages 1-3. 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. FREE. Foster Library, 200 N. Foster Ave., Lansing. (517) 485-5185. & at 10:30 a.m. FREE. Downtown Lansing Library, 401 S. Capitol Ave., Lansing. (517) 672-4072. www.cadl.org.

Preschool Storytime. Ages 3-5. Children will enjoy tales, songs and crafts. 10:30 a.m. FREE. Williamston Library, 201 School St., Williamston. (517) 655-1191. & at 10 a.m. Webberville Library, 115 South Main St., Webberville. (517) 521-3643.

Music Jazz Wednesdays. Live entertainment. 7-10 p.m. FREE. ENSO, 16800 Chandler Road, East Lansing. (517) 333-1656. www.enjoyenso.com.

Jazz Wednesdays. DJClarinet Combo: DJ clarinet, Joe Vasquez, bass, Nick Bracewell, drums. 7-10 p.m. FREE. Gracies Place, 151 S. Putnam, Williamston. (517) 655-1100.

Open Jam. Rock night. 8 p.m.-Midnight, FREE. Zeppelins Music Hall, 2010 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) 580-8722.

Literature and Poetry Shakespeare's Birthday Party. The evening will be open-mic, limited to the first 14 to sign up. 7:30 p.m. Suggested donation $5, $3 students. Creole Gallery, 1218 Turner St., Lansing. (517) 267-0410.

Baby Time. Books and songs for ages 2 years & younger, with caregiver. 10:30 a.m. FREE. Delta Township District Library, 5130 Davenport Drive, Lansing. (517) 321-4014 x3

Lansing Area Science Fiction Association Meeting. New location. Informal dinner and lively conversation every week. 7 p.m. FREE. Buddies Grill, 2040 Aurelius Road, #13, Holt. (517) 402- 4481.

Adult Book Discussion. Talk about "Love of My Youth" by Mary Gordon. 1 p.m. FREE. Leslie Library, 201 Pennsylvania St. Leslie. (517) 589-9400.

Pizza & Pages. Read any book that fits theme Michigan books, then come for discussion, snacks and activities. Grades 3 & up. 4 p.m. FREE. Okemos Library, 4321 Okemos Road, Okemos. (517) 347-2021.