| Date | Event |
| 9/1/2024 | Stop into the library to vote for your favorite Lego creation, made by members of the community! All ages. more info... |
| 9/4/2024 | Would you like to participate in the GL Community Read? This year’s book is Firekeeper’s Daughter and we will be meeting to create a map of the book setting. Ages 16+. more info... |
| 9/5/2024 | Create a Magical Mask! Sign up and receive a blank mask at the Library starting Sept. 5 (while supplies last). Glue, cut, paint, dye, add glitter, sequins, feathers, and more! Create a superhero, animal, space alien, stylish, zombie, glamorous or monster mask—whatever you can imagine! Then bring in your magical mask to display by Oct. 1 for people’s choice voting Oct. 1 - 25. Ages 8+. more info... |
| 9/7/2024 | A great place for farmers and artisans to sell their products directly to the community as well as food truck vendors who can provide tasty local foods. The market is intended to foster local economic development and encourage business in Grand Ledge. The markets purpose is to also bring local produce and other locally produced goods to the people of Grand Ledge. Items include fresh local produce, homemade baked goods, handcrafted products, plants, honey, maple syrup, smoked fish, flowers, and other locally produced goods. more info... |
| 9/7/2024 | Annual Eagle Days Parade at 11a on Saturday the 7th of September followed by a greased pig chase open to ages 8-12, younger than 8 years with parents permission more info... |
| 9/9/2024 | Stop into the library to vote for your favorite Lego creation, made by members of the community! All ages. more info... |
| 9/9/2024 | Get creative and paint an old bowling ball to be a beautiful garden or lawn ornament! Bowling balls will be primed and ready for you get creative with the paint. Ages 12+. more info... |
| 9/10/2024 | We’ll have our Minecraft server set up and the laptops ready to go. No experience needed -- all levels of players/builders welcome. Ages 8 - 12. more info... |
| 9/11/2024 | Join us at 9:00 AM on the second Wednesday of each month in the City Hall Community Room across from the Chamber office. Join us and learn about fellow Chamber members.  more info... |
| 9/11/2024 | Celebrate “Happy Cat Month” with Webster in this special cat visitation and adoption event, presented by the Constellation Cat Café in East Lansing! Are you feline stressed and would like engage in a little self-care? Petting a cat can help reduce that stress and encourage you to feel more relaxed! Reading to a cat can help strengthen reading skills and build confidence while reading aloud. Adopting a cat, well, brings love and happiness into a home! Cat stories will be read throughout the event, and snacks & coffee/tea will be provided by local area businesses. All ages. more info... |
| 9/12/2024 | Create a Magical Mask! Sign up and receive a blank mask at the Library starting Sept. 5 (while supplies last). Glue, cut, paint, dye, add glitter, sequins, feathers, and more! Create a superhero, animal, space alien, stylish, zombie, glamorous or monster mask—whatever you can imagine! Then bring in your magical mask to display by Oct. 1 for people’s choice voting Oct. 1 - 25. Ages 8+. more info... |
| 9/14/2024 | A great place for farmers and artisans to sell their products directly to the community as well as food truck vendors who can provide tasty local foods. The market is intended to foster local economic development and encourage business in Grand Ledge. The markets purpose is to also bring local produce and other locally produced goods to the people of Grand Ledge. Items include fresh local produce, homemade baked goods, handcrafted products, plants, honey, maple syrup, smoked fish, flowers, and other locally produced goods. more info... |
| 9/16/2024 | Stop into the library to vote for your favorite Lego creation, made by members of the community! All ages. more info... |
| 9/16/2024 | Make beaded bracelets using pony beads and other findings to show off your own unique style! Ages 12 - 18. more info... |
| 9/17/2024 | Every year, millions of eligible voters are unable to cast their ballot because of missed registration deadlines, outdated registration information, or other issues. During this nation-wide civic event, we’ll have voter registration information, printed materials, and public access computers available to help process your registration. We can check polling locations and other civic information, and area municipal Clerks will be on hand to answer questions (check our website calendar for exact times). Each registered voter strengthens our democracy - let’s get every eligible American registered together! Hosted by GLADL & League of Women Voters Lansing Area. Ages 18+. more info... |
| 9/18/2024 | Trying to stretch your money? Learn how to create and manage a spending plan! This workshop will discuss the benefits of a spending plan, identify the difference between needs and wants, and highlight the importance of an emergency fund. Participants will receive several handouts that provide a variety of methods for creating a spending plan. Presented by Ezra Pompos, Financial and Homeownership Program Instructor, MSU Extension. Questions? Call Ezra’s office: 517-887-4575 or email epompos@msu.edu . Adult. more info... |
| 9/18/2024 | Wednesdays Starting September 18. Coding and computer science are a new kind of digital literacy, and libraries all over the U.S. are stepping up to help everyone build 21st century skills. Your kids can learn important tech skills and have fun along the way. They’ll work on learning how to make websites, apps, animations, and more! Code Club will meet in the Shipman Room. No coding expertise necessary & drop-ins welcome! Kids 3rd grade and up. more info... |
| 9/19/2024 | Create a Magical Mask! Sign up and receive a blank mask at the Library starting Sept. 5 (while supplies last). Glue, cut, paint, dye, add glitter, sequins, feathers, and more! Create a superhero, animal, space alien, stylish, zombie, glamorous or monster mask—whatever you can imagine! Then bring in your magical mask to display by Oct. 1 for people’s choice voting Oct. 1 - 25. Ages 8+. more info... |
| 9/19/2024 | Join the Bridge Street Merchants the Third Thursday of every month for Late Night Shopping A variety of stores will be open til 9pm with sales, specials and snacks!  more info... |
| 9/19/2024 | Come get creative with LEGO bricks at the library’s LEGO-Palooza! Each child will get a tray of LEGO bricks and the challenge is to build their most fantastic creation from just those bricks. How imaginative can you be? Some Duplo bricks will be available for younger children to use. All ages. more info... |
| 9/21/2024 | A great place for farmers and artisans to sell their products directly to the community as well as food truck vendors who can provide tasty local foods. The market is intended to foster local economic development and encourage business in Grand Ledge. The markets purpose is to also bring local produce and other locally produced goods to the people of Grand Ledge. Items include fresh local produce, homemade baked goods, handcrafted products, plants, honey, maple syrup, smoked fish, flowers, and other locally produced goods. more info... |
| 9/21/2024 | CAN DRIVE BOTH RETURNABLE CANS AND PLASTIC/GLASS BOTTLES more info... |
| 9/23/2024 | Stop into the library to vote for your favorite Lego creation, made by members of the community! All ages. more info... |
| 9/23/2024 | Make some gooey, pumpkin pie scented, orange pumpkin guts slime complete with pumpkin seeds. Ages 4+. more info... |
| 9/25/2024 | Wednesdays Starting September 18. Coding and computer science are a new kind of digital literacy, and libraries all over the U.S. are stepping up to help everyone build 21st century skills. Your kids can learn important tech skills and have fun along the way. They’ll work on learning how to make websites, apps, animations, and more! Code Club will meet in the Shipman Room. No coding expertise necessary & drop-ins welcome! Kids 3rd grade and up. more info... |
| 9/25/2024 | The Eaton Regional Education Service Agency (RESA) is offering a FREE Youth Mental Health First Aid Training course. If you work or interact with youth (teacher, parent, pastor, coach, community member, etc.), this course is for you! Youth Mental Health First Aid will teach you to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among children and adolescents. Please Note: Participants must be 18 years of age or older. Participants must attend both nights. There is approximately 2 hours of online pre-work that must be completed PRIOR to attending the in-person sessions at GLADL. Individuals who do not complete the pre-work cannot attend the in-person training. Participants will receive a certificate of completion at the end of the course. Certificates are good for 3 years. Adult. more info... |
| 9/26/2024 | Create a Magical Mask! Sign up and receive a blank mask at the Library starting Sept. 5 (while supplies last). Glue, cut, paint, dye, add glitter, sequins, feathers, and more! Create a superhero, animal, space alien, stylish, zombie, glamorous or monster mask—whatever you can imagine! Then bring in your magical mask to display by Oct. 1 for people’s choice voting Oct. 1 - 25. Ages 8+. more info... |
| 9/26/2024 | The Eaton Regional Education Service Agency (RESA) is offering a FREE Youth Mental Health First Aid Training course. If you work or interact with youth (teacher, parent, pastor, coach, community member, etc.), this course is for you! Youth Mental Health First Aid will teach you to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among children and adolescents. Please Note: Participants must be 18 years of age or older. Participants must attend both nights. There is approximately 2 hours of online pre-work that must be completed PRIOR to attending the in-person sessions at GLADL. Individuals who do not complete the pre-work cannot attend the in-person training. Participants will receive a certificate of completion at the end of the course. Certificates are good for 3 years. Adult. more info... |
| 9/27/2024 | The parade kicks off at 5:30 PM at the Fire Barn and then proceeds down Bridge Street and Jenne Street before arriving at the Grand Ledge High School football field as the Comets take on the Waverly Warriors at 7 PM. more info... |
| 9/28/2024 | A great place for farmers and artisans to sell their products directly to the community as well as food truck vendors who can provide tasty local foods. The market is intended to foster local economic development and encourage business in Grand Ledge. The markets purpose is to also bring local produce and other locally produced goods to the people of Grand Ledge. Items include fresh local produce, homemade baked goods, handcrafted products, plants, honey, maple syrup, smoked fish, flowers, and other locally produced goods. more info... |
| 9/28/2024 | Babies and their caregivers will enjoy stories & songs, and learn early literacy tips to use at home. Caregivers will learn how to talk, sing, read, write, and play with their little ones to promote pre-reading skills. We’ll read stories and talk about them, sing and rhyme together, learn finger plays, and have fun while learning. The storytime will conclude with hands-on activity stations. This storytime uses the Ready to Read Michigan program from the Library of Michigan. Birth - 18m & Caregivers. more info... |
| 9/28/2024 | Join us at Lincoln Brick Park for some seasonal science around the campfire. Enjoy an engaging autumn evening of storytelling, nature hikes, and hands-on science activities, guided by Eaton County Parks Naturalist Ethan Jacobs. Families will have the opportunity to discover and learn about the diverse species native to Michigan, followed by an interactive nature hike. The night will conclude with stories and some delicious s'mores. All ages. more info... |
| 9/30/2024 | Stop into the library to vote for your favorite Lego creation, made by members of the community! All ages. more info... |
| 9/30/2024 | Use one of our old paperbacks to make a pumpkin or apple decoration. Ages 12+. more info... |
Community Calendar - Grand Ledge Chamber
Events available for Registration... 2024 Food Truck Registration 1/1/2024 - 12/6/2024 Registration has Closed for this event. 2024 Night Lights Christmas Parade 12/6/2024 - 12/6/2024 Online Registration has closed for this event 2025 Mix & Mingle Networking Events 1/1/2025 - 12/18/2025 register for this event... |
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If you would like to submit a local community event to be included in our calendar, please submit your event online.
Submissions will ONLY be approved for those local community events that will take place within the Grand Ledge Public School (GLPS) District or that are sponsored by a local business or organization that is housed with the GLPS District.
Submissions will ONLY be approved for those local community events that will take place within the Grand Ledge Public School (GLPS) District or that are sponsored by a local business or organization that is housed with the GLPS District.
