Are you looking for activities for you and your family in the upcoming month? There are events (in-person and virtual) on campus and in the Greater Lansing community. Many events require registration, so be sure to click the links to learn more.
Campus Events
Starts November 1 – Spartan Street Medicine Winter Supply Drive: Spartan Street Medicine will be collecting winter supply donations for local individuals in need until November 18.
November 15 – Clothing Repair-A-Thon (free): Visit the MSU Library to patch holes in your favorite clothes. There will be a sewing machine, thread and some fabric, but please bring any materials unique to your clothing.
November 17 – The Ascension of AAAS: Commemorate the MSU Department of African American & African Studies and its new space at this ribbon-cutting event.
Learning Opportunities
November 10 – International Employee Resource Group: Learning About Each Other’s Cultures: Connect with other Spartans on issues related to our international community. The goal of this group is to connect, build community and share best practices.
November 17 – Adult Caregivers Employee Resource Group: Financial Planning with Brad Vauter, JD: Learn from this local attorney on a variety of topics like elder law, LGBTQ+ legal issues, probate and estate planning.
November 18 – Disability Ecologies: The Art of Living on a Disabled Planet (free): Join this Zoom workshop to learn about water justice from communal organization, HIVES.
Health and Wellness
Starts November 1 – Chair Yoga (free): Join this live class to learn strengthening and stretching practices you can do from your desk.
November 2 – Wellbeing Wednesdays: Creative Holiday Appetizers: Hear from MSU dieticians to learn three simple appetizer recipes for the holiday season.
November 6 – SpARTan Wellness (free): Destress and unwind at the MSU Broad Art Museum with craft making. They have all the supplies you’ll need, but feel free to bring your own as well.
November 16 – Handmade Soap-Making: Keep your skin hydrated and soft this winter! Create handmade soap with add-ins from MSU gardens and take home two bars of homemade soap.
Family-Friendly Activities
November 1 – Sensory Friendly at Abrams Planetarium: Visit the planetarium this month for their sensory friendly hours.
November 5 – Family Day: Celebrate the MSU Broad (free): Help the MSU Broad Art Museum celebrate their 10th birthday with crafts and a tasty birthday treat.
November 14 – MSU Bug House Monday Night Open House (free): View insects from all over the world at the MSU Bug House.
November 16 – Homeschool Day: Art Fieldtrip! (free): Bring the whole family to connect with other homeschooled students over crafts and learning at the MSU Broad Art Museum.
Starts November 25 – Season of Light: Visit the Abrams Planetarium to learn how familiar traditions have an astronomical connection.
Starts November 25 – George and Oatmeal Save Santa: Celebrate the winter season at the Abrams Planetarium with this fun show.