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Valeri Gill, CTA

Valeri Gill, a graduate of Michigan State University and Lansing Community College, loves her hometown of Lansing. As a mom to a busy toddler she's always looking for new ways to explore the Greater Lansing area. You can find Valeri and her family roaming museums, like Impression 5 Science Center, or playing in the great outdoors, a favorite being the urban beach at Rotary Park. She sure loves Lansing and hopes you will too!

Dog Walk Capitol

Doggy Getaways in Greater Lansing

By Valeri Gill, CTA on

Let’s be honest, a good majority of us have adopted a quarantine puppy in the last couple of years. If you are one of many and are wondering what safe places can take your new bestest friend, we’ve got the spots for you! Greater Lansing offers a plethora of wide-open spaces and social distancing activities, making it the ideal safe retreat. From off-leash dog parks to kayaking to miles of trails there’s sure to be something for you and your new companion to do…

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About Greater Lansing

#LoveLansing's Most Popular

By Valeri Gill, CTA on

As we look back on 2021 and all the great things that have happened in Greater Lansing, we revisited our posts to see which items resonated the most with our #lovelansing community. The following topics were your favorites in 2021…

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30+ Valentine Gift Ideas in Greater Lansing

By Valeri Gill, CTA on

Valentine's Day is just around the corner. Whether you're shopping for your significant other or yourself, we're here to match you with the perfect present! To make your shopping experience even easier, many of these local shops have online shopping, delivery and curbside pickup available. Hover…

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Winter Patio Dining in Greater Lansing, MI

By Valeri Gill, CTA on

As winter approaches and cold weather is near, you may be thinking that having the option to eat outdoors is pretty much impossible. Or is it? In the spirit of positivity and, of course, great food, we have compiled a list of some fantastic restaurants who have worked hard to bring you heated…

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Love Lansing Gift Guide

The Ultimate #LoveLansing Gift Guide

By Valeri Gill, CTA on

Find the perfect gift for that certain someone in your life in Greater Lansing. With a plethora of diverse, local businesses, we have found unique gifts for that special person who is just too hard to shop for. And to make your shopping experience even easier, many of these local shops have online shopping, delivery and curbside pickup available. Click on the pictures to get alink (in blue) to connect directly to each vendors website and start shopping…

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Shop Small, Shop Local

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Let's shop local this holiday season!It helps create jobs in the community, keeps money in mid-Michigan, supports small businesses that in turn, give back to the neighborhood and those businesses offer more unique products which keeps communities diverse. It makes everybody a winner! To help guide you on your holiday shopping adventure we have listed out premier picks in Greater Lansing's surrounding communities you can support by shopping small this year. Some have even offer curbside pickup and online ordering.  Click on the pictures to get a link (in blue) to connect directly to each vendors website and start shopping…

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15+ Fall Patios in Greater Lansing

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Usher in the fall season on Greater Lansing’s Makers & Shakers Trail. Discover 15+ options for patios to enjoy the vibrant views andfall flavored spirits and brews. You are sure to make the most of an autumn day in Greater Lansing, cheers…

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Indoor Family Attractions Open For Safe, Affordable Fun

By Valeri Gill, CTA on

When rainy days and coldweather keeps kids inside, it can be hard to entertain everyone. But, staying inside can be lots of fun for the whole family if you're armed with the right indoor activities. Below, we've assembled some of Greater Lansing's best boredom-busting area attractions to turn an indoor day into a memorable one…

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