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APRIL
 APR
2 at 6:30 p.m. – King of Kings “Easter Special” FREE Movie Party in
the Christian Business Directory sitting room, 1617
S. Pennsylvania Ave., Lansing, Mich.
An Easter classic, the film stars Jeffry Hunter and
Rita Gam; it will start at 7 p.m. (because of the length of the movie, only one
feature will be shown this night). “King of Kings” emerged as one of the most disciplined Biblical epics
ever made. In addition to the free movies, there will be free
popcorn and beverages. Participants may also bring their own
snacks/beverages. Although there is no admission charge, you must RSVP
to ensure adequate seating arrangements and refreshments: call (517) 372-2784
/ 256-7204 or visit www.LansingLink.com/fmp.htm
online (website has locator map and more movie details). Space for the
Movie Party is courtesy of the Christian Business Directory, an Internet
“Yellow Pages” with free listings for Christians at www.LansingLink.com/cbd.htm
online. Persons under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
 APR
3 at 6:30 p.m. – Community Euchre Night at Meridian Christian
Church, 2600 Bennett Rd., Okemos,
Mich. (3/4-mile
west of Okemos Road).
BRING A FRIEND!!! Share the Joy of Being a Christian. Euchre
Nights are always “the more, the merrier” type events and are excellent
opportunities for inviting colleagues, friends and loved-ones to a FREE
fun activity. All skill levels welcome. You do not need to bring
a partner (players rotate). Non-players (potential players?) welcome to
come just for the fellowship and fun. Churches with five or more
players may compete for “Best Team” bragging rights! Bring your own
beverage; bring a snack to share. No child care. Doors open at 6 p.m.; games start at 6:30 p.m. For more information call 372-2784 /
256-7204.
APR 4 – Resurrection Day (Easter
Sunday)
APR 6 thru 11 – A Chorus Line in Cobb Great Hall at the Wharton
Center for Performing Arts on Bogue Street near the center
of the MSU Campus in East Lansing, Mich.
In an empty theatre, on a bare
stage, casting for a new Broadway musical is almost complete. For 17
dancers, this audition is the chance of a lifetime. It’s what they’ve
worked for with every drop of sweat, every hour of training, every day of
their lives. It’s the one opportunity to do what they’ve always
dreamed, to have the chance to dance. This is “A Chorus Line,”
the musical for everyone whose ever had a dream and put it all on the
line. Winner of nine Tony Awards®, including “Best Musical” and the
Pulitzer Prize for drama, this singular sensation is the longest-running
American Broadway musical ever. Come meet the new generation of
Broadway’s best. Tickets:
$26.50 to $62.50. Times: 6th & 9th at 8 p.m.;
7th & 8th at 7:30 p.m.; 10th at 2 &
8 p.m.; and 11th at 1 & 6:30 p.m. For more info
call (517) 353-1982 or visit www.whartoncenter.com
online.
APR 11 at 7 p.m. – Branson on the Road at
the Charlotte Performing Arts Center, 378 State St., Charlotte, Mich. What
do you get when you bring together a fiddle, mandolin, banjo, guitar, upright
slap bass, rhinestone costumes, hilarious comedy and great classic country,
bluegrass, rockabilly and gospel music . . Branson
On The Road! Come and enjoy a great show without leaving Michigan.
Tickets are $20 each. Apple Pork Chutney & Chicken Dinner &
Show Package offered by the Eaton Area
Senior Center;
contact the Box Office for details at (517) 541-5690 or visit www.CPACpresents.com online for more
information.
APR 15 thru 18 – Gideon International – 73rd Annual Michigan
State Convention at the Radisson Plaza Hotel/Kalamazoo Center, 100 W. Michigan
Ave., Kalamazoo, Mich.
Theme for the event is based on Acts 2:42
“And they continued steadfastly…” Faith Fund Goal is $100,000 for World
Scriptures. There will be activities for both Gideon
and Auxiliary members as well as youth. Registration from 6 to 7 p.m.
on Thursday, followed by a Music Concert and Social Time, and 7:30 to 8:30
a.m. on Friday. Keynote speakers will be International Gideon
Representative Malcolm “Mac” Arvin and International Auxiliary Cabinet
Representative Pat Biers. Event will wrap on Sunday with a Consecration
Service for the Gideons and an Auxiliary Prayer Meeting for the ladies, both
starting at 7:30 a.m. For
more information or a registration form, call (517) 372-2784.
APR
16 thru 17 – Michigan
Christian Convention 2010 at
Great Lakes Christian College, 6211 W. Willow Hwy., Lansing, Mich. The
purpose of this year’s convention is to help the local church both draw
people to the gospel of Christ and His church as well as help them remain in
the church. To that end the convention will be offering a wide
variety of main session speakers and workshops, all geared toward helping
churches be more effective at outreach, evangelism, retention and building a
magnetic ministry. Featured speakers include Bob Russell, retired
pastor of Southeast Christian Church at Louisville, Kentucky, which grew from
a congregation of 120 to more than 18,000 during his leadership; Dr. Gary L.
Johnson, senior minister of Indian Creek Christian Church, located in
Indianapolis, Indiana; and Don McLaughlin, a minister with the North Atlanta
Church of Christ in Atlanta, Georgia, as well as on the faculty of Harding
University as an adjunct professor. Special sessions for
elementary-aged children, organized by Jeff Kimberly, will be
available. For more information call 321-0242 or visit  www.GLCC.edu
online.
APR 17 from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. – Mom2Mom Sale
at Rowley Wesleyan Church, 3720 Rowley Rd., Williamston,
Mich. In need of baby, kids or teen clothes? Come and get some
great bargains! FREE Admission;
strollers are welcome! Need to SELL your baby, kids or teens
items? Rent an 8-foot table for just $10 (nonrefundable) to sell your
gently used clothing, maternity clothes, toys, books, etc. Have larger
items? We have room for these too! Just a $1/large item! For more
information call (517)930-3798 or visit http://rowleychurch.webs.com/
online.
APR 21 at 7
p.m. – Disciple will be at Spring
Arbor University,
106 E. Main St., Spring
Arbor, Mich.
For more info call 517-750-6451 or visit www.arbor.edu online.
APR
23-24 – Believe Conference at the DeVos Center, 222
Fairbanks Ave., Holland, Mich. “Believe” is a dynamic youth conference for junior
high students. Young people from all over the state will be challenged
and entertained by speakers, comedians and musicians (Check out the official
website – click here.) First-time
registrants are $25; veterans of the event are $49. Meridian Christian
Church is organizing a Lansing Area group to attend the conference.
Registration fee and signups are due February
28. You can sign up outside the MCC
Youth Room or by filling out an online form (click here). For more information contact
Tyler Sherman at 231-7165 or visit www.meridianchristian.org
online.
APR
23 at 6:30 p.m. – Women’s Spring Celebration – “The Gift of Love”
in the Doty Center at Great
Lakes Christian College,
6211 W. Willow Hwy., Lansing,
Mich. The Great Lakes Christian
College Women’s Spring Celebration will begin with a light buffet and
fellowship at 6:30 p.m. and
progress to an incredible program at 8 p.m.
Featured speaker will be Love Lockman, children’s
pastor at Seymour Christian Church in Seymour,
Indiana. Love has a tremendous
passion for activating and equipping today’s Church to become the hands and feet
of Jesus. She will concentrate on Mark 14:3-9 for her message.
Our 2010 project is to remodel the student mall. This includes new
carpet, furniture, computer stations and lighting, as well as a coffee
preparation and serving area. Tickets: $12 before April 9; $20 after
April 9. For more information call 321-0242 x214 or visit www.GLCC.edu
online.
APR 23 at 7 p.m. – Earthday
Birthday Campfire Program at the
Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Rd., in Meridian Township.
Celebrate Earth Week with a campfire program, marshmallow roasting and a
guided night hike. There is a $2/person or $5/family fee due at the
time of the program. For more information call (517) 349-3866 or visit http://www.meridian.mi.us
online.
 APR
27 thru May 02 – South Pacific in
Cobb Great Hall at the Wharton Center
for Performing Arts on Bogue
Street near the center of the MSU Campus in East
Lansing, Mich. A breathtaking new production of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “South Pacific.” Set on a tropical island
during World War II, the musical tells the sweeping romantic story of two
couples and how their happiness is threatened by the realities of war and by
their own prejudices. The beloved score’s songs include “Some Enchanted
Evening,” “I’m Gonna Wash That Man Right Outa My Hair,” “This Nearly Was
Mine” and “There is Nothin’ Like a Dame.” Based on James Michener’s
Pulitzer Prize winning book Tales of the South Pacific, Tickets: $31.50 to $67.50. Times: April
27-29 at 7:30 p.m.; 30th at 8 p.m.; May 1 at 2 & 8 p.m.; and 2nd
at 1 & 6:30 p.m. For more info call (517) 353-1982 or visit www.whartoncenter.com online.
APR 30 & May 1 – ATF the Encounter at the Jack
Breslin Student
Events Center,
on Michigan State University
Campus, 1 Birch Rd., East
Lansing, Mich.
Acquire the Fire (ATF) is an extreme youth event like no other, for the teen,
for the youth pastor and for parents. Prepare to have your mind blown
like never before! When you come to these events you will begin to
understand how it is possible for people to be on fire for God. A
desire to know Christ will begin to grow and your relationship with Him will never
be the same. How is all this possible? Through the phenomenal
bands and inspirational speakers who will pour the love of Christ over you
with words of wisdom and truth. Matthew 18:20
“For where two or three come together in my name, there am I with
them.” So let’s take the chance to join thousands of others in an
intense worship environment, because we know He will be there! Let’s
get together and truly make a difference in this generation. For more
on ATF visit www.myspace.com/atfteam
online; for more information call (517) 432-1989 or visit www.breslincenter.com online.
  APR
31* at 6:30 p.m. – James Stewart/Alfred
Hitchcock “Thriller” FREE Movie Party in the Christian Business
Directory sitting room, 1617 S. Pennsylvania Ave., Lansing, Mich. This FREE
double feature will keep you on the edge of your seat the whole
evening. “Rear Window” will start at 7
p.m. and co-stars Grace Kelly along with Raymond Burr.
“Vertigo” will be shown at 9:10 p.m.
and co-stars Kim Novak. These are two classic collaborations of actor
James Stewart and the master of suspense, director Alfred Hitchcock.
The films are projected on a super-wide screen. In addition to the free
movies, there will be free popcorn and beverages. Participants may also
bring their own snacks/beverages. You may come for either one or both
of the films but must RSVP to ensure adequate seating arrangements and
refreshments: call (517) 372-2784 / 256-7204 or visit www.LansingLink.com/fmp.htm
online (website has locator map and more movie details). Space for the
Movie Party is courtesy of the Christian Business Directory, an Internet
“Yellow Pages” with free listings for Christians at www.LansingLink.com/cbd.htm
online.  Persons
under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
*The “May” FREE Movie Party is moved up one week
(from the 1st Friday of May to the last Friday of April) because
of Mother’s Day weekend.
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