County fairs and festivals around Michigan in August 2010

August is a busy busy month around Michigan for fairs and festivals in 2010. The following is a list of county fairs, special events, and annual festivals held in Michigan.

Where ever possible a link to the fair or event's web site is included. If you know of a fair, festival or event not listed here that will be taking place in August please contact Lansing City Guide Examiner at the email address listed on the bio page or leave a comment at the end of this article. Read More...

 

A Little House book by Laura Ingalls Wilder for younger children County Fair

County Fair is a Little House book by Laura Ingalls Wilder for younger children 4-8. While the story and antics and life of Laura Ingalls are the same the wording is simpler making it a great read for early readers and starting them on the road to being Little House fans. Read More...

 

Baldwin Park Ingham County Michigan

Named for the Baldwin family, early settlers to the area, Baldwin Park is one of the smallest parks in the Ingham county park system but size doesn’t matter for all it has to offer visitors. Read More...

 

Baby Blessings Bible

Baby Blessings Bible by Alice Joyce Davidson makes a wonderful and thoughtful gift for baby showers, celebration of a new birth, first birthday gift or any other occasion. Baby Blessings Bible is 10 favorite bible stories told in rhyming simple language with colorful illustrations that hold the attention of the youngest of children. Read More...

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Plymouth Congregational Church Michigan Historical Marker

You can see the Plymouth Congregational Church Michigan Historical Marker at the church on E. Grand River Avenue in Lansing where services have been held for over 100 years. Although the first church built on the exact location was destroyed by fire in 1971 in less than four years a new building was constructed.... Keep Reading »

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Hugs save lives

Studies show that hugs do save lives. Premature babies who receive touch therapy cry less, gain weight faster and have more relaxed pulse, respiration, and muscle tension. Children in orphanages who are deprived of ‘skin contact’ lose weight, are more prone to illnesses, and at times die. A hug can save lives.... Keep Reading »


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Water Lily at Clarklake, Michigan

Simple Blueberry Pie Recipe

Blueberry time in Lansing means an abundance of fresh Michigan grown blueberries, eating fresh, adding to fruit salads, or mixing up a batch of... Keep Reading »


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A best selling title for years The Children's Bible Story Book http://ping.fm/L7WDs

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Lansing Michigan author releases new book August 3rd 2010 http://ping.fm/SRkOG

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Grand River at Monroe St, Jackson, Michigan

Fitzgerald Park on the Grand River in Grand Ledge Michigan

Fitzgerald Park on the Grand River in Grand Ledge Michigan

Children’s book review of Princess Hyacinth by Florence Parry Heide

A charming children’s book that presents the importance of being yourself and accepting others as they are without preaching is Princess Hyacinth (The Surprising Tale of a Girl Who Floated) by Florence Parry Heide and illustrated by Lane Smith.
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Michigan author Doc Fletcher at Delta Township District Library

Michigan author Doc Fletcher will be at the Delta Township District Library this Wednesday, July 7th, 2010 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Fletcher will be sharing an hour long slide show titled "canoeing & kayaking through Michigan & Wisconsin". Read More...

21st Annual Ledges Classic Auto and Craft Show

Looking for something fun to do? Saturday, July 10, 2010 is the 21st Annual Ledges Classic Auto and Craft Show. Years past have seen close to 100 classic automobiles on display as well as new cars to check out. Read More...

21st Annual Ledges Classic Auto and Craft Show

Downtown Lansing restaurant and Michigan historic marker Clara's Lansing Station

A historic location in Lansing, the Michigan Central Railroad Depot, was built in 1903 and later named the Union Depot. In 1978 Peter Jubeck purchased the building and transformed it into Clara's Lansing Station. This downtown Lansing restaurant is a great place to eat and at the same time take in the historic atmosphere. Read More...