The link in our resource box will take you directly to a schedule of the park's hours and admission fees. Lansing residents are admitted free on Tuesdays, if you have proper identification. The summer months also bring lots of outdoor festivals to town. Check out my Festivals and Fairs links for information about upcoming events. A visit to the library will provide entertainment on a rainy day, and help to continue building reading skills while school is out.
Many libraries also have special activities and story hours for younger children.
Pick a beautiful sunny day to take the family to the Horticultural Demonstration Gardens on the campus at Michigan State. Also, adults will enjoy picking up hints to use at home from the 'idea garden'. A trip to a museum can be fun for parents as well as the children. Happily, Lansing has plenty to choose from, so pick what suits your family's interests the best - you'll find our local museum links in the 'Related Resources' box within this article, as well as other links pages worth browsing. Finally - be sure to check the About Lansing Calendar of Events often.