LLEAD Website: (LLEAD) Latino Leaders for the Enhancement of Advocacy and Development
For more information please contact: Al Flores at 517-515-9800.
We have prepared a special Selena on canvas for you to work with on Monday, May 4, 2026 at 6:00pm at the Consumers Credit Union location at 6935 S. Cedar St. in Lansing, Michigan.
Not an artist? Paint Your Poison has everything including a professional artist who leads the group step-by-step and supplies everything you need including the canvases, paints, brushes, and aprons. No artist experience is required for this fun night!
Any questions please feel free to contact me by email seinpaul65@gmail.com or phone 517-303-7001. This really should be a great night!
To register: https://www.paintyourpoison.com/shop-events/p/selena
Adriana Lopez-Ellis will be available to sit with you one on one to learn about the Lansing Economic Area Partnership and the resources available to you! Monday to Wednesday, from 11:00am to 3:00pm. Schedule by sending her an email at: treksupport@purelansing.com
WHEN: Wednesday April 8, 2026, from 11:00AM – 3:00PM
WHERE: The Hub @ The Graduate 133 Evergreen Ave, East Lansing, MI 48823
DESCRIPTION: Your business idea deserves a real conversation — and this is your chance to have one.
Join LEAP’s Small Business Liaison, Adriana Lopez-Ellis, for a focused, 30-minute one-on-one session to learn how LEAP supports small businesses across the Lansing region.
Contact to set up appointment: treksupport@purelansing.com
Adriana Lopez-Ellis Bio:
As a Small Business Liaison, Adriana is dedicated to connecting small business clients with partner programs and ensuring they receive the financial resources and support needed to scale and thrive.
Adriana is the proud daughter of Mexican immigrant parents and the first in her family to graduate from a four-year university. She brings a diverse range of experience in real estate, relationship building, and management to her role at LEAP.
Outside of work, Adriana enjoys spending time with her husband and two sons, traveling, and listening to podcasts. She is deeply passionate about supporting her local Latino community.
Join us for Latino Legislative Advocacy Day in Lansing!
Come together with advocates, community members, and leaders for a day focused on civic engagement and Latino advocacy.
Register here: bit.ly/LLAD2026
Greater Lansing Area Ballet Folklorico celebrates the rich heritage of Hispanic culture through the vibrant art of Mexican Folklorico dance. Their mission is to create a fun, energetic, and positive environment for dancers of all ages, from children as young as 5 to adults. Whether you’re new to Folklorico or have years of experience, their group provides an inclusive space to learn, grow, and connect with the beauty of traditional Mexican dance. Join them in preserving and sharing the joy of Hispanic heritage while embracing the spirit of community, movement, and tradition. Discover the power of dance with us and become a part of something special.
Classes start Monday 1/26 and are ongoing. Classes are free and open to anyone interested in joining our dance family. For more information please email: glaballetfolklorico@gmail.com
Beginner: 6pm-6:30pm
Intermediate: 6:30pm-7:15pm
Advanced: 7:15pm-8:15pm
Website: https://sites.google.com/view/gla-ballet-folklorico/home?authuser=0
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GLABF
Last night the Latino Business Conexión of Michigan (LBCM) finally got started in 2026. Great night made by great people at our first Mixer of the year.
The purpose behind the LBCM is to build relationships with people so that your organization, company or even you can connect to them. We are not business consultants. We are a set of entrepreneurs, business owners and professionals on the ground who know the Latino community better than anyone.
If you have ever wanted access to the Mid-Michigan Latino community, we are here for you. Let’s setup a time for un Cafecito Caliente. Our question to you is, who do you know that needs to know about the LBCM?
2026 Latino Business Conexión of Michigan Schedule:
March 3rd – LBCM Mixer – Taqueria El Chaparrito
March 25th – Chavez Dinner at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
April 28th – TBA
May 31st – LBCM Golf Scramble at Centennial Golf Course in Sunfield
June 9th – Community Building Event – TBA
August 11th – LBCM Mixer – TBA
August 22nd – Latino Night with the Lugnuts – Ballpark
September 25th – Cafecito Awards at the Cadillac Room in Lansing
October 3rd – Latino Business Expo at the Lansing Mall
October 27th – LBCM Mixer – TBA
Photos courtesy of Marisa Laura Photography
Get your calendars out, it’s time to plan some trips to Eastern Stadium!
The Lansing Common FC just released their 2026 schedule and after a strong 2nd place finish in 2025 they are ready to bring home a 
this year! With nine home games within their 14 game season,
Get your season ticket at lansingcommonfc.com/memberships and don’t miss a minute of the action this summer!
We can’t wait to celebrate soccer and community with you all summer long.
Lansing Common FC website: https://lansingcommonfc.com/
Lansing Common FC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LansingCommonFC
Lansing Common Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lansingcommonfc/
Graphics by @cheyanne.ruby
We’re looking for players for the 2026 Midwest Premier League Lansing Common FC team. If you’re looking for a high-quality playing environment, a competitive team, and a chance to play in front of the best fans in the world, join Lansing Common FC at our spring tryouts on March 22 and show us what you’ve got!
Tryouts are March 22 or April 26 from 2-4PM at Eastern Stadium, 400 N Pennsylvania Ave, Lansing with registration being just $35.00.
About Lansing Common FC:
Our Mission is to be an organization that represents our community, using soccer as an inclusive force for good to educate, include, break down barriers, and come together to strengthen the Lansing area. We believe in bringing people together from all walks of life, listening to each other’s ideas, and working collectively.
Our Vision is that by being rooted in community, and by growing sustainably, we can build an organization for the long haul, creating opportunities for youth in our community off the field, and providing local players and coaches a platform to elevate their skills and get noticed on the field.
We compete in the Midwest Premier League, a group of like-minded clubs focused on sustainability, promoting high-level competition, and participating in regional and national cup competitions.
Lansing Common FC website: https://lansingcommonfc.com/
Lansing Common FC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LansingCommonFC
Lansing Common FC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lansingcommonfc/
Midwest Premier League: https://www.midwestpl.com/
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Lifecourse Epidemiology & Genomics Division will be holding an upcoming maternal health community listening session for pregnant and parenting women in the tri-county (Ingham, Eaton, Clinton) area.
They are hosting this 90-minute, in-person session to create a safe and welcoming space for women to share their experiences and challenges with pregnancy, parenting and accessing local resources. The goal is to learn what community strengths and gaps exist to ensure that programs and services truly reflect the needs of the community.
TO REGISTER: Registration – MMMS Community Listening Session: Pregnant and Postpartum Women (Region 7) (Page 1 of 2)
Event Details
Date: March 10, 2026
Time: 11:30 AM – 1 PM (Doors will open at 11 AM for lunch – open to registered participants).
Location: The Cadillac Room
The session in English only this year. Unfortunately, childcare will not be provided.
To be eligible for this session, you must:
- Live in Michigan.
- Be 18 years or older.
- Had a baby in the past three years.
This session is limited to 12 participants. Food will be
provided.
Participants who attend the full 90-minute session
will receive a $150 gift card. Incentives are available
only to individuals who are registered and confirmed
to attend. One gift card will be provided per
registered participant.
TO REGISTER: Registration – MMMS Community Listening Session: Pregnant and Postpartum Women (Region 7) (Page 1 of 2)
Priscilla Cano is a Bilingual Disability Advocate at Michigan Disability Rights Coalition. She wanted to share this great opportunity for Spanish speaking parents of children with disabilities in Kalamazoo, Michigan. The LEAD program is accepting applications for our Spanish speaking parents. This program is completely in Spanish and it is designed to help Spanish speaking families learn about advocacy and supporting their children with disabilities. Parents will also learn about disability pride, history, culture & inclusion, supporting their child with disabilities, and navigating the special education system.
Below are flyers in English and Spanish along with a link to the application. The application in both English and Spanish but the program will be conducted completely in Spanish. Please feel free to share with your family, friends and anyone that you know that could benefit from this program. If you have any questions, please reach out to priscilla@mymdrc.org
Dates: Saturday, April 11th and Sunday April 12th (in-person sessions) and 4 virtual sessions (dates to be determined).
Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan
Meals will be provided and A $175 stipend will be provided to those that attend the program. Childcare and transportation assistance is available upon request.
Spanish Application: www.tinyurl.com/LEADPadres26
English Application: www.tinyurl.com/LeadParents26
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