LANSING, Ill. (July 9, 2023) – The items listed below are all public events gathered from a variety of sources. They represent a diversity of ways to be involved in the community this week.
Monday, July 10
5:30–7:30 p.m. – Brides through the Decades
Mondays 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. and Saturdays 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., through August 19
A summer exhibit at the Lansing Historical Society Museum, featuring photos and commentary about fashion trends and traditions through the eras.
- Lansing Public Library, lower level
2750 Indiana Avenue, Lansing - Barb Dust, Museum Curator
(708) 474-7497
6:30 p.m. – Crosstown Exotics Reptile Show
This library event will give patrons a chance to see and touch live animals such as turtle, pythons, and cockroaches.
- Lansing Public Library, Community Room
2750 Indiana Avenue, Lansing
Tuesday, July 11
1:30 – 2:30 p.m. – Free blood pressure and glucose screenings
The Lansing Fire Department offers monthly health checks on the second Tuesday of each month from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.
- Lansing Municipal Center
3141 Ridge Road, Lansing
Wednesday, July 12
9:30–11:30 a.m. – Crochet & Knitting Group
Bring your own supplies and learn some techniques from this talented group! This is not a library-sponsored group, but it meets in the library’s Brick Room.
- Lansing Public Library, Brick Room
2750 Indiana Avenue, Lansing
9:30 a.m. – Pop-Up Pantry
Mt. Zion UFL Center partners with Illinois Partners In Hope to distribute a variety of donated food once or twice a week. These pop-up pantries are open to anyone, and no ID is required.
- Mt. Zion UFL Center
2340 177th Street, Lansing
708-394-3555
10 – 11 a.m. – Morning Tai-Chi
Adults 18 and older are invited to start their summer mornings with peaceful Tai-Chi sessions on the library front lawn, with instructor Brian Thompson from BNew4Life.
- Lansing Public Library, front lawn
2750 Indiana Avenue, Lansing
1 – 2 p.m. – Senior Virtual Reality Exploration
Seniors can get a first-hand preview of the latest high-tech virtual reality experience, thanks to funding provided by AgeOptions.
- Lansing Public Library, Community Room
2750 Indiana Avenue, Lansing
5:30 – 7:30 p.m. – Realtor seminar
This realtor seminar at the library will teach patrons how to improve their credit scores, familiarize them with down payment programs, and teach other reale estate-related information. Presented by Kairos Real Estate.
- Lansing Public Library, Community Room
2750 Indiana Avenue, Lansing
6 p.m. – Hello Weekend at Fox Pointe
Fox Pointe’s free Wednesday night summer concert series continues with Hello Weekend. The Robby Celestin Duo will get the crowd going with an opening performance. Gates open at 6 p.m., with Hello Weekend taking the stage at 7:30.
- Fox Pointe
18138 Henry Street, Lansing
Thursday, July 13
12:30 p.m. – Pop-Up Pantry
Mt. Zion UFL Center partners with Illinois Partners In Hope to distribute a variety of donated food once or twice a week. These pop-up pantries are open to anyone, and no ID is required.
- Mt. Zion UFL Center
2340 177th Street, Lansing
708-394-3555
1–5 p.m. – Library on the Go
Weather permitting, the library’s book bike will be riding around the community, giving families easy access to books and services.
- 1–1:4.5.pm – Lan-Oak Park
18000 Arcadia Avenue, Lansing - 2–2:45 p.m. – Van Laten Park
18200 Holland Road, Lansing - 3–3:45 p.m. – Erfert Park
18800 Burnham Avenue, Lansing - 4–4:45 p.m. – Gayety’s Chocolates & Ice Cream
3306 Ridge Road, Lansing
7 p.m. – Trivia at Kasey’s
Trivia with Nick At Night Entertainment happens every week on Thursdays. The restaurant opens at 5 p.m. Nick will start the show around 7 p.m.
- Kasey’s Banquet Hall and Lounge
17800 Lorenz Avenue, Lansing
Friday, July 14
9:30 a.m.–12 p.m. – Crochet & Knitting Group
Bring your own supplies and learn some techniques from this talented group! This is not a library-sponsored group, but it meets in the library’s Brick Room.
- Lansing Public Library, Brick Room
2750 Indiana Avenue, Lansing IL 60438
1–5 p.m. – Library on the Go
Weather permitting, the library’s book bike will be riding around the community, giving families easy access to books and services.
- 1–1:4.5.pm – Lan-Oak Park,
18000 Arcadia Avenue, Lansing - 2–2:45 p.m. – Winterhoff Park
3299 180th Street, Lansing - 3–3:45 p.m. – Copper Muggers Park (formerly known as Lions Park)
2629 183rd Place, Lansing - 4–4:45 p.m. – Kdulche Cafe
3521 Ridge Road, Lansing
7 p.m. – Kasey’s karaoke
Karaoke with Joe Sibley takes place every week on Fridays at Kasey’s Banquet Hall.
- Kasey’s Banquet Hall and Lounge
17800 Lorenz Avenue, Lansing
8:30 – 10 p.m. – Super Mario Bros. showing – Library lawn
The public is invited to watch Super Mario Bros. on the front lawn of the library. Those coming should bring a lawn chair or blanket. The movie is rated PG and is an hour-and-a-half long.
- Lansing Public Library, front lawn
2750 Indiana Avenue, Lansing
Saturday, July 15
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. – Dog vaccine clinic
South Suburban Humane Society is hosting a drive-thru dog vaccine clinic at the Lansing Police Department. The cash-only clinic will offer Lansing residents’ dogs a 1-year rabies vaccines for $25, a distemper vaccine for $15, and a microchip for free. Dogs must be leashed and online registration is required.
- Lansing Police Department
2710 170th Street, Lansing
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. – Library sensory exploration
“Squishy, powdery, flaky,wet, hard, soft, and downright interesting! Come explore items with your hands, ears, eyes, and noses,” says the Library’s website.
- Lansing Public Library, courtyard
2750 Indiana Avenue, Lansing
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. – Brides through the Decades
Mondays 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. and Saturdays 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., through August 19
A summer exhibit at the Lansing Historical Society Museum, featuring photos and commentary about fashion trends and traditions through the eras.
- Lansing Public Library, lower level
2750 Indiana Avenue, Lansing - Barb Dust, Museum Curator
(708) 474-7497
7 p.m. – Shake, Rattle & Roll at Kasey’s Beer Garden
Doors open at 5 p.m. for the show that starts at 7 p.m. Food and drink is available for purchase.
- Kasey’s Banquet Hall and Lounge
17800 Lorenz Avenue, Lansing
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