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Put People First s ometimes human beings take the people in their lives for granted. Inherently, we always think there is another day or one more opportunity to talk, connect or be together. I would say that we’re all guilty of losing sight of what is important from time to time. Relationships mean everything, but sometimes it’s hard to maintain them. Frankly, people are difficult. And quirky. And downright selfish.

more time there than you realize. If you’re a calendar person, plot it out for the next few months. You don’t have to say who or how or why, but set the time aside and make a few calls, have lunch or coffee or write a note. The Greater Lansing Area Club of The National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women's Clubs, Inc. (GLAC-NANBPWC) continues to demonstrate their purpose, “Women on a Journey to Impact the Community,” through its ShoeboXpress Outreach Project.

• Be creative. You are sending a few

texts or keeping abreast of activities on social media and that’s great, but feeling close to someone may take a bit more effort. Set up a time every three weeks to see an early movie then go have dinner and talk about it and everything else.

• Expect it to change over time. Don’t be

discouraged if circumstances change and you have to change with it. For a couple of years, a group of ladies and I would get together once a week for fun. As the children grew, it became difficult for us to manage that schedule. We never give up trying to stay connected.

I challenge you to think about how you’re keeping in touch and step it up this month. February is about love and relationships and let’s face it, we are lucky to have these people, so treat them like they’re important to you.

We’d like to hear from you! Do you have a business or personal milestone announcement relevant to women of the Clinton, Eaton and Ingham counties? Please submit it to info@cawlm.com by the first of the month prior to the issue you wish it to be printed in. CAWLM reserves the right to edit all submissions for style, grammar and length. We look forward to sharing your good news!

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If you’re looking to make some new relationships or to support the Lansing region’s business community, there are a couple of great events coming up. The Lansing Regional Chamber will have its Annual Dinner on Feb. 25 at the Kellogg Center and the Greater Lansing Entrepreneurial Awards are on March 3 at Eagle Eye. You never know who might be your next great relationship. Happy Valentine’s Day,

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• Find time in your schedule. There is

As this year began, I resolved that I would make more of an effort. And, as if the cosmos was listening, I became much more aware that people are not here forever and sometimes you lose an opportunity to fix a relationship or gain understanding about what went wrong. Relationships are a two-way communication situation. But, I would like to quote a note from someone who is going through a terrible loss of her husband right now: She said, “Honestly, there is no way for you to intrude right

I am offering a few tips to make sure 2016 is your year of connection.

I’ve used the excuse that I’m busy over and over again to make myself feel better that I haven’t talked to my oldest friend in nine months or didn’t get a chance to visit with my Goddaughter at Christmas or that I’ve never been to my brother’s new home in Oscoda (new = five years). The value I place on these relationships is monumental, yet the pace of my life and how I spend any down time that I have doesn’t reflect it.

now.” This spoke volumes for me. I always hesitate to reach out because I don’t want to intrude on a friend or loved one’s discretionary time.

All of those traits are true for most of us at times, but when you look deeper – beyond the surface – there are those attributes that make the person lovable, unique and interesting. In today’s society, we’ve lost the true art of the front-porch sitting, time together barbequing and just calling for the sake of hearing someone’s voice era. It’s no one’s fault really. We are just busier than ever.

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ShoeboXpress is modeled after a concept that was used during the civil rights movement. When families would travel to the south or other parts of the states, they would package food in a shoebox because often times they were not permitted to eat in restaurants during their travels. Today, the concept has been used as a tool for those who are homeless and stand on street corners or other areas seeking monetary or food assistance. Ready-to-eat products such as Vienna sausages, sardines, raisins, mixed-fruit cups, potted meat, tuna and chicken snacks on the run, fruit drinks, etc. are placed in a shoebox with a toothbrush, toothpaste, dental floss and a list of area resources. Over the Christmas holiday, members of GLAC assembled 24 ShoeboXpress packages for distribution. ShoeboXpress is a year-round project and their hope is to double the number of packages for distribution during the Easter season. If you are interested in contributing to GLAC’s ShoeboXpress outreach project, please contact Renee Morgan Freeman at (313) 550-0183 or email GLAC at glacnbpwc@gmail.com. Checks may be made payable to GLAC and mailed to P.O. Box 14035, Lansing, MI 48901.

The former pedi-CURE Private Salon Studios is now Laurel Salon with a new website, mobile app and expanded services to offer its clients. The new website, laurelsalon.com, created by Cyber City Cats, reflects new branding, along with an easy-to-use mobile app to book appointments. Laurel Salon is owned and operated by Janae Fredline and Stephanie Fredline. Janae Fredline has more than a decade of experience in nail services and is a certified and registered reflexologist. She holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Michigan-Flint and an MBA from Regis University in Denver. Stephanie Fredline has more than 20 years of experience in the salon industry and is a certified Organic Colour Systems colorist. She attended Douglas J Aveda Institute. The salon started with nail and reflexology services and has now expanded to include hair, massage and wax services. The rebrand reflects the expansion in services and the commitment to classic, timeless style as Laurel, Janae Fredline’s grandmother, has always represented.

NOMINATIONS SOLICITED FOR THE MICHIGAN WOMEN’S HALL OF FAME Nominations are being accepted for the 2016 class of the Michigan Women’s Hall of Fame. The Hall commemorates women in Michigan who have distinguished themselves in one or more fields of endeavor, including, but not limited to: abolition, agriculture, architecture, art, athletics, aviation, business, chemistry, children’s rights, civil rights, community service, conflict resolution/ peace movement, dietetics, economics, education, entertainment, environment, folk life, government, history, human resources, journalism, labor, law, law enforcement, medicine/healthcare, military, music, Native American rights, philanthropy, politics, religion, science, social work/mission work, suffrage, television/radio, women’s rights and writing. All nominations must be submitted by mail or email on approved nomination forms which can be found online at http://michiganwomen.org/nomination_ form1.aspx. Printed versions may be obtained by calling the Michigan Women’s Historical Center and Hall of Fame at (517) 484-1880, ext. 203 or by emailing info@michiganwomen.org. The deadline for submissions is March 21, 2016. The induction ceremony for the Michigan Women’s Hall of Fame will take place in October 2016. COLDWELL BANKER SALES ASSOCIATE HONORED BY THE WOMEN’S COUNCIL OF REALTORS Terry Lasky, Sales Associate of Coldwell Banker Hubbell BriarWood’s Okemos office has received a Certificate of Recognition from the Women’s Council of Realtors, Lansing Chapter. The Recognition was for her special contributions made to the Women’s Council of Realtors through the generous use of her time, efforts, and talents to support the Council’s goals in 2015.

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hile sex trafficking is a very dark crime, a new Lansing nonprofit is hoping to shed light on the unthinkable acts and provide a light at the end of a dark tunnel. In 2007, after a missionary visited Shari Montgomery’s church and spoke about young women and sex trafficking, the cause spoke to the businesswoman. She knew she had to do something. Three years ago, Montgomery started a board for what would become the House of Promise, a nonprofit program that provides survivors of sex trafficking and abuse with a loving place to heal. While it’s scary for Montgomery, former president of Pollack Glass Co., to leave a business she’s become so familiar with, a new cause is taking up space in her head and heart these days. The House of Promise will provide hope and inspiration for young girls and women. “I want to bring out what they were created to be, and that’s not a trafficked girl,” she said. Through housing, training, counseling and life skills lessons, the program sets out to equip its tenants with recovery and success in society.

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While a house has not been purchased yet, every other step is in order to do so, Montgomery said.

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REDUCE, REUSE, RELOVE. This is the motto of the ReLove Creative workshop. Run by Emily Adams out of the Mother & Earth Baby Boutique in Old Town, ReLove is a class-based business that has classes for both adults and children. The adult classes focus on creating arts and crafts out of previously used items, while the children's classes focus on children's creativity in unconventional crafts. Adams's most popular class is her Messy Mondays class, where toddlers and their parents work on either a clean craft or a messy craft, depending on the parents want. The clean craft usually doesn't involve paints or glitter, but the messy craft can be anything. Each class also has a different theme along with a story time. There's no need to make a reservation to Messy Mondays, as drop-ins are more than welcome. "We like to give the kids an experience that they can't get at home. We try to give them a sense that would be too much trouble at home, such as playing with raw rice,” said Adams. “In here, it's okay if the kids get a little messy. They make a mess here, the toddlers and parents leave and we clean up the mess.” Emily started ReLove Creative Workshop when she became pregnant with her third child. She

didn't want to return to work, but wanted to find other ways to support her family.

paints made from chalk and clay, keeping the paints eco-friendly.

"I started painting furniture and selling it through Mother & Earth Baby Boutique," she explained. "Most of the furniture around Mother & Earth was painted by me. Then I found out that there were no kids classes on Mondays, so to fill that need I began Messy Mondays. So it all sprang from Messy Mondays."

In the future Adams plans to expand her classes into a bigger space. She added that she would love to hold younger children’s classes in the morning, older children’s classes in the afternoon and adult classes in the evening. She also plans to continue to sell signs and furniture that she makes.

Adams added that she's been running Messy Mondays for a year and a half now. "It's so funny because when I talk to moms around town, many of them may not know me but they know Messy Mondays." The adult classes started after parents began asking about painting and art. For the adult classes, a group of people get together to repurpose items like old cabinet doors and turning them into an interesting chalk boards for notes and messages. Adams designs the projects herself and builds a model beforehand as an example. ReLove also hosts private parties. Adams packs up the supplies and teaches classes in homes throughout the Lansing area. ReLove also hosts children’s parties for kids of all ages. She brings the supplies and works with natural

The house itself will have a few furry friends; something Montgomery believes will break down the first walls to the residents’ hearts. “I believe dogs give an unconditional love — which these girls have never felt,” she said. The home will admit girls from the ages of 1222, with multi-faceted plans to build a complex so graduates of the program can rent from the house. Equipped with a board of volunteers, crime advocates, social service workers and more, the House of Promise is always fundraising and helping to create community awareness. Montgomery herself has dealt with abuse and hardships, and believes it is her purpose to help others overcome the odds. Despite never having children herself, she believes these young girls will be much like her kids. The House of Promise is part of a nationwide effort to increase awareness about trafficking, called the Green Light Project. The nonprofit hosts golf outings, 5K fundraisers and an annual Beauty for Ashes gala with the MSU Women’s Resource Center. Montgomery hopes the cause will speak to others, and the community can step up against the fight.

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he Lansing Symphony Orchestra has had their fair share of classical music performances, but their upcoming show, Broadway Rocks!, has the Orchestra preparing in a completely different way.

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“We haven’t rehearsed yet, we haven’t met the people on stage and things like that,” said musician Gretchen Morse, who plays the English Horn and Oboe. “People in the orchestra are at a high enough level that they can [do that]. We pick up the music ahead of time and learn it on our own and we’re able to put it together pretty quickly.”

Because I buy and drink wine fairly frequently, I end up with a lot of empty glass bottles hanging around my house. Luckily, there are plenty of fun and easy ways to reuse those bottles so that they don’t go to waste. One of my favorite ways to reuse wine bottles is by wrapping them with colorful yarn. These decorated wine bottles are great to use as part of your home décor or to give as gifts for the wine enthusiast in your life. Here’s how you can make some wrapped up wine bottles of your own:

Conductor Timothy Muffitt said that though the 70-person orchestra has done shows similar to Broadway Rocks! and has worked with many of the same singers, the upcoming production is a brand new program for the Orchestra. One of the most important aspects of the show is the presentation of some young local talent performing on a larger stage alongside Broadway and Lansing Symphony professionals. With 100 high school choir students, the Lansing Symphony, plus 10 additional musicians and three guest vocalists, it’s surely not your typical performance.

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1. The first thing you’ll want to do is remove the label from the wine bottle. That way if your wrapping isn’t super tight you won’t see the label peaking out. To do this, fill your sink with warm water and a few drops of dish soap. Place the wine bottle in the sink and let it soak for at least 10 minutes, then remove the bottle from the sink and begin peeling the label off. If the label tears or leaves behind some of the adhesive, simply put the wine bottle back in the sink and let it continue to soak until the label can be easily removed.

3. Take your colorful yarn and begin wrapping it around the neck of the wine bottle. When you first start this process, it may be hard to keep the yarn from slipping, but once you’ve wrapped it a few times, it will be more manageable. Make sure to push the yarn together every now and then to avoid gaps in your wrapping. Continue applying Mod Podge in small sections and adding yarn until you reach the bottom of the wine bottle. If you want to add another colored yarn to the bottle, simply cut the yarn you’re using and begin wrapping with the next color. 4. For a fun pop of floral on your wrapped wine bottle, take a few plastic flowers and place the stem in the Mod Podge and continue wrapping over the stem. 5. Once you’ve finished wrapping your wine bottle, let it dry for at least two hours, and then you’re ready to place it in your home or give it to a friend!

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“We kind of get to dance [with] our feet a little bit and get excited about some upbeat tunes and singing,” Morse shared. “Many of us have played in the [orchestra] pit for national touring productions of Broadway shows, so it’s a chance to kind of remember those kinds of times and support the singers again.” PHOTOS BY ALICIA PILMORE

2. Once the label is completely off of the bottle and it is dry, you can begin the wrapping process. With a medium sized paintbrush, apply a small amount of Mod Podge around the wine bottle, starting at the neck and working your way down. It’s best to only cover small sections at a time so that it doesn’t dry before you’re ready to wrap.

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“This is a really great show,” Muffitt said. “We have worked previously with this company and some of the singers and they really deliver a great concert. We are also pleased to be presenting the Michigan State University Youth Chorale as well.”

The audience can expect a night full of professional singing, immense talent and some of the most popular Broadway hits from the past 30 years from musicals such as The Lion King, Mamma Mia, Rent and Hairspray. Both Muffitt and Morse agree that the most exciting part of the show, which is taking place at the Wharton Center in Cobb Great Hall on Feb. 20 at 8 p.m., is getting a little bit of the Broadway experience right in East Lansing.

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Muffitt said that the Lansing Symphony loves doing shows outside of their usual routine, because it gives the Orchestra a chance to connect with a new audience. “We have done Broadway shows in the past, but I imagine the repertoire for this to be different; some new offerings, some things people haven’t heard in a while, or things they haven’t heard on this stage and some familiar things they can sing along with,” said Morse. “We like the break from the classical programming and look forward to doing something that is more upbeat and fun and theatrical.”

Shireen Mohyi is a senior graduating from Michigan State University this spring with a major in editorial journalism and a minor in public relations. Along with her editorial internship with M3, she is a Style Guru intern for CollegeFashionista and the Social Media Director of Michigan State’s only student-run fashion, beauty and lifestyle magazine, VIM Magazine. Her favorite things are Instagram, celebrity gossip, and a great place to brunch.

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iane Willcox has never let her shy personality stop her from working in the performing arts industry. After graduating from Occidental College in Los Angeles with an acting degree, Willcox realized she didn’t have the resilience to become an actor, but found another way to work in the industry she loved: theatre. Early in her career, she did a lot of backstage work at the L.A. Public Theatre, but realized she wanted a more secure job within the business, so Willcox started working in theatre management. She became the marketing director for several small theatre companies in Santa Barbara and San Diego, and then later became the general manager of Broadway San Diego. After 20 years of working in California, Willcox and her BY SHIREEN MOHYI

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family were ready for a change. For the past four years, Willcox has worked as the director of marketing and communication for the Wharton Center in East Lansing, where she handles all messages that are sent out, and supervises a group of marketing and public relations professionals. When she’s not working, you can find her spending time outdoors with her family, reading or going to the movies. But at the end of the day, there is nothing Willcox is more passionate about than the performing arts. “Music can touch the soul, theatre can reach into your heart, dance can spark passion, and there is absolutely nothing like experiencing these art forms live,” she shared.

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anielle Robinson works daily to help support and grow the local community. Robinson is the manager of corporate responsibility at Jackson National Life Insurance, where she works to guide the company in making generous contributions to nonprofits. She works with many nonprofits that focus on kids and seniors, like Boys and Girls Club or Elle's Place, as well as Meals on Wheels and the Alzheimer's Association. Danielle loves her job and says that it is a perfect fit for her. Her most recent project for Jackson is raising funds for the Jackson Teen Zone. Jackson made the initial investment with the support from their employees’ contributions. Jackson then met their

contribution two to one. The Jackson Teen Zone will open in June and help many kids with homework and financial literacy, but will also be a great place for them to hang out. "My work time and my free time are blurred, but I love it," explained Robinson. Robinson is also on the board for Capital Region Community Foundation, continuing her work to support many of the nonprofits throughout Lansing. But when she isn't helping people, she's singing in the choir at St. Parish or learning to cook new dishes to share with her husband. "I love to cook and try new food. Lately we've been making Indian food and it’s super fun," said Robinson.

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• “Dumpster Diving” in your trash looking for mail containing personal information, stealing mail from your mailbox or stealing information from inside your car. • Phony letters, emails or calls appearing to be from the IRS asking for personal information. • Employees at services you use, such as hospitals and tax preparation companies, handling your information inappropriately. HERE ARE WAYS TO PREVENT TAX IDENTIT Y THEFT: • Think of it as a footrace: file your tax return early and beat identity thieves to the finish line. • Use a secure Internet connection if filing electronically. Do not use unsecure, public Wi-Fi hotspots. • Mail your tax return directly from the post office. • Shred copies of your tax return and any other documents used. For those that need to be kept, lock them in safe places and avoid carrying them with you. • Respond to IRS letters and calls as soon as possible.

While the IRS is working to prevent tax identity theft, it is not the only way taxpayers are being victimized. IRS imposters are contacting individuals claiming they need to pay unpaid taxes or threatening that they’ll be arrested. If an imposter contacts you, it is possible he or she already knows all or part of your SSN as well as other information. Often, the caller will ask you to place the money you owe on a prepaid debit card and provide him or her with the card number. This is not actual IRS protocol. To ensure you do not owe anything on your federal taxes, you can call the IRS at (800) 829-1040 or visit irs.gov. Remember the IRS will contact you through mail and will not ask for payment on prepaid debit cards, wires or request credit card numbers over the phone. You can report IRS imposter scams to the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA) at 800-366-4484, or report to the FTC at ftc.gov/complaint.

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• Be aware that the IRS will not contact you via email, text or social media. If the IRS needs information from you, it will first contact you by mail. • Do not give out your SSN or Medicare number unless required. If uncertain, ask questions as to why the number is needed, how it will be used and how it will be stored. • Research tax preparers thoroughly before using their services and seek recommendations from those you trust.

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WHAT IS TAX IDENTIT Y THEFT? Tax identity theft occurs when someone files a fake tax return using your personal information — most commonly using your Social Security number (SSN) — to receive a tax refund from the IRS. It also happens when someone uses your SSN to gain employment or claim your child as a dependent on a return. Common red flags include being paid by an employer you do not know or the IRS contacts you about your legitimate tax return being a duplicate return.

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iversity is a word that gets tossed around quite a bit in workplaces today. Most everyone wants to generate new and different ideas in their workplace and become more inclusive in the process. But figuring out how to achieve diversity and inclusion goals for an organization can be a daunting task and many employers don’t know where to start. This is where Jacqueline Thomas-Hall steps in.

Try an experiemnt from Dr. Susan's Hands-On Learning LabTM: To illustrate the amount of sugar in your sweet drink, grab a funnel and a clear empty bottle. Spoon the amount of sugar indicated on the label. For example, if you have a 20-ounce bottle of Gatorade® Lemon-Lime Thirst Quencher in your hand you will see the top two ingredients are water and sugar. How much sugar? 34 grams per 20 oz. serving. (You must always check the serving size so as not to assume the number of grams represents the whole container.) For sugar, 4 grams equals a teaspoon. So this Gatorade contains 8.5 teaspoons of sugar.

“Behind the simplicity of diversity, there’s a lot of complexity,” she said. “You have racial diversity, ethnic diversity – and those two are different – [then] you have age diversity, diversity of thought … there’s so many layers and elements of diversity. So if diversity itself is complex, it creates challenges when you’re trying to get an organization or individuals to move at the same pace, because everybody thinks about it differently.”

"IT'S NOT ABOUT FINDING FAULT, IT'S ABOUT COMING TOGETHER AND CREATING SOLUTIONS." Some of the ways that Thomas-Hall helps to ensure that employees of Sparrow Hospital understand the hospital’s definition of diversity and inclusion are by including training in their orientation process, along with regularly meeting with Sparrow’s diversity council. Thomas-Hall says that the council has been an integral part of creating an inclusive environment at Sparrow. “We’ve had a diversity council for many years at Sparrow, and for the last three, our CEO has led the council, and it’s been a great reward,” she said. “Some people are a little more apprehensive to have that very candid and honest conversation about diversity when the CEO is at the table. However, Dennis [Swan] has been a true advocate in creating a safe table to ensure that when you share your experiences and information that you may have heard, it really is a safe table … it’s not about finding fault, it’s about coming together and creating solutions.” Creating diversity solutions is also a big part of Thomas-Hall’s life outside of Sparrow. Besides working at the hospital, She also serves on the advisory board for the Lansing Economic Area Partnership’s (LEAP) diversity initiative,

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o you’ve stopped for fast food and everyone in your family is trying to figure out what there is to drink – besides water. One child wants orange soda, another, Sprite. Your spouse chooses PowerAde and you, setting a healthy example, grab cranberry juice. Sadly, it turns out that they all contain a boatload of sugar and no fiber! So if you choose these regularly, they all add to the recipe for tooth decay, obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease and more. Tooth decay is on the rise. Not so long ago I spent a bleak January day examining 17 college students who were home for winter break. By the end of the day, I was ready to cry. All but one of these young patients had brand new cavities. Sweet drinks were literally destroying their teeth—to say nothing of loading fat on their vital organs. I realized we all needed to revamp health education for young patients.

Thomas-Hall has been working as a diversity and inclusion representative throughout most of her professional life in one way or another. She currently works at Sparrow Hospital as the director of diversity and inclusion, spending a lot of her time facilitating conversations about the effects diversity has on an organization and developing programs to help people better understand the benefits of an inclusive workplace. Although many may not think of pursuing a career in this particular field, Thomas-Hall’s work is becoming more and more relevant as our society continues to change.

While figuring out just what diversity means to an organization may be difficult, Thomas-Hall finds that navigating the complexities of the subject and helping others come to an understanding can be incredibly rewarding.

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From 1970 to today, our consumption of sugar-sweetened soda has more than doubled to an average of 45 gallons a year per person —

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Diversity Lansing. This initiative provides employers with opportunities to learn about becoming a more inclusive workplace. Pinpointing exactly what an organization needs to do to become more diverse and inclusive can be difficult, but Thomas-Hall says that if organizations have the courage to embrace what they don’t know and ask for guidance, their chances of reaching their diversity and inclusion goals are much higher. “I think a lot of times when people get a little afraid of this, it’s because they really don’t know what it is, they don’t have the words, they’re not articulate around it and they don’t want to say or do the wrong thing,” she said. “Embrace it, and know that just as with anything you do that is new there will be challenges. Anticipate those challenges and be O.K. with the fact that you may not have all of the answers. There are individuals out there who can support you in moving forward.”

Alicia Pilmore is a Communications Specialist at M3 Group and Editor for the Capital Area Women’s LifeStyle Magazine. She loves writing, wine tasting and spoiling her cat, Pishi.

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Personalized Dentistry for A Lifetime of Health about two 8-ounce cans every day. And although soda consumption dropped to 32 gallons a year per person in 2011, there was no basis for a “Hurrah!” Instead, we spiked in the consumption of alternative sweet drinks like teas, sports drinks, vitamin water and energy drinks, adding up to 13 gallons a person per year. We’re averaging 45 gallons a year now – per person! Secret #57: Drinks touted as healthy, including 100 percent fruit juice and electrolyte-filled sports drinks, are some of the worst offenders in the sugar scheme. The solution: Drink water, eat real fruit with all the fiber and micronutrients, and forget about sports drinks until you are training for the Boston marathon. It’s just plain overkill. (Excerpt from Dr. Susan’s book: BlabberMouth! 77 Secrets Only Your Mouth Can Tell You To Live a Healthier, Happier, Sexier Life.) It’s time to get fed up! It’s up to us in 2016 to stop the craziness and spread the word about the health hazards of sugared drinks!

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how they all support each other. Everyone owns a little piece of that.” What brought the two women together has also helped them build a successful business based on collaboration and support. Each drives to accomplish the same thing – building communication, trust and love for families. “I work with couples and families to improve relationships and help families function together. I primarily work with marital issues, sexual issues, blended families, anxiety and depression,” said Dupuis. “I work with families too, but in a different way. I help kids feel happier, whether it’s at school or at home. I help families learn how to make changes so everyone can get along better,” said Danowski. “I work with depression, anxiety or behavioral issues like ADHD or maybe a child who is acting out in school. My clients sometimes are dealing with parents that are divorcing or maybe it’s a blended family situation. I work with kids who are experiencing grief, a large change in their family or trauma.”

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to make patients feel at home. The team is doing well and finding that each brings unique business strengths to the table, even though they both share the odd jobs that come with building a business. “I think what makes Therapy Space so great is that everyone here has their own specialty and works individually, but there is really a sense of collaboration. Therapy Space is an umbrella that we can all work from under,” said Danowski. “But it’s also been a collaboration between Sara and I to keep this place up and running. I mean, we still have to text each other to say ‘Hey can you stop and grab some toilet paper or buy the salt for the walks?’ We have to shovel when the plow doesn’t come in time and someone has to check our bank statements. It’s like a marriage, so thank God we really like each other!” Both women agree that the most important relationships in their lives are what they share with their own families. Dupuis and her husband Matt have been married for 12 years and have two wonderful kids, Rachel and Josh. Danowski and her husband Seth have been married for two years and have three active boys, Quinn, Auden and Kai.

Although the women’s careers focus on building and bettering relationships, they have worked to build and grow their own since becoming business partners last year. Each owned business space prior to founding Therapy Space last August.

“Seth is so proud of me, I never feel guilty if I have to come in to work, he is always supportive and so are the boys. Its never a conversation; he’s always just willing to be there,” said Danowski.

The two brought their practices under the same roof in East Lansing, and welcomed other professionals into the comfortable and welcoming space designed

Dupuis echoes the same sentiment. “Matt’s been there every step of the way. He’s seen all the growth

and change. He was my guinea pig when I was in school and has always been very supportive and encouraging of me.” With so much support at home, the pair has been able to make amazing strides in their professional lives. What motivates both women to work tirelessly daily and pour their hearts into their clients is the change they see in the families they help. “Seeing a couple really understand one another and develop and grow is amazing. When they really like being together again, that’s a great feeling,” Dupuis said. “I would totally agree,” added Danowski. “When the parents see change or kids start making friends or their grades start improving, you can see it happening. The best is when the teachers notice or comment.” And after years of working closely with their patients, building a business and being mothers, the pair have a little advice to offer women working to have it all. “Stop saying ‘should have’ or ‘shouldn’t’ – things like ‘I shouldn’t have missed that game,’ or ‘I should have been there on time.’ Those things only make you feel shame,” said Dupuis. “Stop trying to compare what you’re doing to what everyone else is doing. Just work toward accepting the challenges.”

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FRIENDS. DANOWSKI IS A LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER WHO HAS FOUND HER CALLING WORKING WITH KIDS. HER BUSINESS PARTNER, DR. DUPUIS A LICENSED PSYCHOLOGIST AND MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST, COMPLETES THE PUZZLE BY WORKING WITH PARENTS, COUPLES AND FAMILIES. TOGETHER THEY HAVE WORKED TO BUILD THERAPY SPACE, WHICH IS A SAFE HAVEN FOR FAMILIES TO BUILD L ASTING REL ATIONSHIPS. “I think really what we both do is help families learn how to communicate with the language of emotion,” said Dupuis. The women became friends nearly five years ago when a common thread kept pulling them together. 18

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“I would hear about Sara from my patients, they would ask me my opinion and then say ‘Sara said the same thing,’ and it just kept happening. Our view on a lot of things just aligned so closely. I had to meet her,” said Danowski. “We have a lot in common. I like her and her kids and her husband; we just get along. We are like-minded but balance each other out. “ Although the women have a lot in common, their areas of practice are different, but just like their relationship, complementary. Danowski works with children using play therapy, allowing kids to express themselves through games and make believe. A favorite among Danowski’s patients is the sand tray that takes center stage in her office, where kids of all ages can tell their own story using action figures and toys. Dupuis works to aid her patients through her work with System’s Theory, which helps each family member identify their role within the whole system. Together the pair can work with every family to help build a stronger communication system. “Systems Theory, in simple form, is looking to see how each member effects and interacts with the other members of a family,” said Dupuis. “When Liz and I come together we, in a way, can see the whole family. You might need to bring all the people in a family in to see how the system works and

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Every other month our pet expert and Canine Coaches dog trainer Jill Bailey will answer your pet questions. Email her at jill@m3group.biz. For more information on Canine Coaches visit caninecoaches.com. I have heard that sidewalk salt is bad for dogs, is this true? Yes, ingredients commonly found in ice melt can be harmful to your pet if ingested. Be sure to wipe your pet’s paws after a walk. You can also buy booties or socks for your dog. There are pet-friendly, non-toxic ice melt options available. Search those out to be sure you are keeping your pet safe. And remember, even when there isn’t a lot of salt, the colder temperatures will still affect your dog’s paw pads. There are balms available for dog’s paws; check with your veterinarian for what would work best for your dog. My dog counter surfs – what can I do to stop this behavior?

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FEBRUARY 6 — Nature Story Hour, Lansing. Visit Fenner Nature Center for the Nature Story Hour, located at 2020 East Mt. Hope Ave., from 1 to 2 p.m. Join a volunteer librarian as she leads you through a nature story. Afterwards, kids can take part in making a craft and watching a family-friendly video. This is a free event, however donations are appreciated. For more information, call (517) 483-4224 or visit mynaturecenter.org. FEBRUARY 11 — FUN on the ROCKS Winterfest – GL Singing Competition, Grand Ledge. Contestants ages 8 to 18 will compete in a singing competition at the Grand Ledge Opera House, located at 121 South Bridge St., beginning at 6 p.m. Join in the fun and cheer on your favorite singer. The top three winners will receive cash prizes and a year’s worth of bragging rights. Audience admission is by donation. For more information or to register, call (517) 410-6409 or visit grandledgechamber.com.

FEBRUARY 12 — FUN on the ROCKS Winterfest – Chili Cookoff & MI Craft Beer & Wine Tasting, Grand Ledge. Visit downtown Grand Ledge and enjoy the Chili Cookoff and MI Craft Beer & Wine Tasting. Sample an array of chili, beer and wine and socialize with friends. The event will begin at 6 p.m. For more information, visit grandledgechamber.com. FEBRUARY 13 — FUN on the ROCKS Winterfest – High Flying Pancake Breakfast, Grand Ledge. Visit the Grand Ledge Opera House, located at 121 S. Bridge St., for an entertaining and tasty breakfast treat – the High Flying Pancake Breakfast. This event will be held from 9 a.m. to noon. Tickets are $5/person (presale) or $6/person at the door. Children age two and under are free. Presale tickets are available at MacDowell’s, the Chamber office or by calling (517) 490-6731. For more information, visit grandledgechamber.com.

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FEBRUARY 13 — FUN on the ROCKS Winterfest – Chocolate & Wine, Grand Ledge. The fun continues at FUN on the ROCKS Winterfest – Chocolate & Wine. Spend Valentines Day at the Opera House from 7 to 10 p.m. for a fun night of acoustic music, wine and chocolate! Tickets are $20/person and include wine and chocolate tasting. Attendees must be 21 or older to attend. Visit grandledgechamber. com for more information.

FEBRUARY 6 — Family Day at the Broad. Bring the kids to the Broad for Family Day. View the exhibition and then create projects based on the pieces. Kids will have the opportunity to work on art with each other, go on an interactive scavenger hunt and then enjoy a family tour beginning at 1 p.m. Visit the Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum, located at 547 E. Circle Drive from noon to 4 p.m. This event is free to attend. For more information, call (517) 884-8037 or visit broadmuseum.msu.edu. FEBRUARY 9-14 — The Sound of Music, East Lansing. Spend some time with Maria and the VonTrapp family in the brand-new production of The Sound of Music. You will want to sing along with them as they take you on this journey of spirited romance. This fun-filled performance will be held at the Wharton Center, located on the campus of MSU. Tickets start at $38/ person or $25/student. For more information, including show times, call (517) 353-1982 or visit whartoncenter.com.

FEBRUARY 13 — FUN on the ROCKS Winterfest – Cardboard Adventure Sled Race, Grand Ledge. Participate in the fun and build a sled for the FUN on the ROCKS Winterfest – Cardboard Adventure Sled Race. Participants must build a sled out of cardboard and tape. You may add soft items for aesthetic purposes, along with the use of paint, pictures, flags, etc. for decorations. You are encouraged to wear a costume to match your sled and you may have more than one rider. Participants are also allowed one person to give you a running push to start. Participants may not use wood, metal or plastic items. Participants can register for the following brackets: Age 2 to 12, 13 to 17 and 18 and up. Prizes will be awarded for the fastest sled and the best decorated. Registration begins at 11 a.m. and the race begins at 12:30 p.m. The race will be held at the JC Park, located at 525 E. River St. For more information, visit grandledgechamber.com.

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JANUARY 29 - FEBRUARY 28 — MSU Federal Credit Union Student Art Exhibit, East Lansing. It’s time to vote for your favorite artwork in the MSUFCU Student Art Exhibit featuring over 100 remarkable pieces from 15 area high schools. Remember to vote for your favorite artwork either in person at the MSUFCU Headquarters in East Lansing or online at msufcuart.com from Jan. 29 through Feb. 28.

MARCH 5 — Mozart Mania, East Lansing. Join the Lansing Symphony Orchestra and Conductor, Timothy Muffitt, for Mozart Mania. This musical performance will be held at the Wharton Center, located on the campus of MSU, beginning at 8 p.m. For more information and to purchase tickets, call (517) 487-5001, email info@lansingsymphony.org or visit lansingsymphony.org.

Discovery Day. Enjoy an afternoon of science, exploration and discovery. Patrons can interact with researchers and students from MSU as they share their education and research with the public. There will be activities, tours and collections throughout the museum. Visit the MSU Museum from 1 to 5 p.m. This is a free event to attend. For more information, visit museum.msu.edu.

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FEBRUARY 23 — Preschool Prep, East Lansing. Join St. Thomas Aquinas Parish School for Preschool Prep. The meeting will be held at St. Thomas Aquinas Parish School, located at 915 Alton Road, from 6 to 7 p.m. For more information, email mkrusky@elcatholics.org.

cost to attend is $50/ticket. For more information and to register, visit davenport.edu/ey2016-la.

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FEBRUARY 11 — Baby Signing Class, East Lansing. JoinAlliance Obstetrics & Gynecology for a one-hour class teaching you how to communicate with your baby through signing. This class will be held at Alliance Obstetrics & Gynecology, located at 1560 Turf Lane, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. The cost to attend is $15/person or $25/couple. For more information, call (517) 853-2330 or visit alliance-obgyn.com.

MARCH 1 — Entrepreneur YOU, Lansing. Please join Davenoport University and Michigan Women’s Foundation for Entrepreneur YOU: A Day of Education and Resources for Women Entrepreneurs. In the informative session, you will learn about the challenges and opportunities that women face as they start and continue to grow their businesses. Entrepreneur YOU will be held at Davenport University, located at 200 South Grand Avenue, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The

Exhibits FEBRUARY 5-7 — Mid-Michigan Women’s Expo, Lansing. Grab a group of girlfriends and visit the Lansing Center for the Mid-Michigan Women’s Expo. Enjoy over 250 exhibits and seminars geared toward women and their families. Areas featured will include: healthcare evaluations, finance, food, vacation, fashion, beauty, spa services, handbags, candles and much more. Visit the Lansing Center, located at 333 East Michigan Ave., on Friday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets are $9/ person ages 15 and above and $7/person ages six to 14. For more information, call (616) 532-8833 or visit kohlerexpo.com. FEBRUARY 14 — Darwin Discovery Day, East Lansing. Join the Michigan State University Museum as they present their 12th annual Darwin

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FEBRUARY 28 — MSU Museum’s Chocolate Party Benefit, East Lansing. Watch as local restaurants, caterers, bakers, and more share their chocolate creations as they compete by sculpting chocolate masterpieces. The MSU Museum Chocolate Party Benefit will be held at the Kellogg Center from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. The cost to attend this event ranges in price from $25-$75/person. Proceeds from the event will benefit the proper care of the Museum’s collections. For more information, call (517) 432-4655, email secordm@msu. edu or visit museum.msu.edu.

Participating Schools

2016

January 29 - February 28 MSUFCU Headquarters in East Lansing

Sponsored by

Bath, DeWitt, East Lansing, Everett, Fowlerville, Grand Ledge, Haslett, Holt, Lansing Christian, Martin Luther, Mason, Okemos, St. Johns, Webberville, Williamston @MSUFCUArt msufcuart

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Fundraisers

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HAVE TRICKS WILL TRAVEL

orget about everything you once learned about travel. The days of calling your travel agent are over. Well, maybe not over, but you will need a laptop, smart phone and a few tricks up your sleeve to find the best places to go in 2016. First, start by understanding you may have to look longer than an “e-Bay minute” to find what you are searching for online. Almost all good hotel rooms and great rates happen at a certain time. The best time is Tuesday nights after midnight – shh! I have stayed up late many Tuesday nights to steal a travel deal, even if it means an extra cup of coffee in the morning. Second, although you are a Type-A planner who prides herself on super-human packing skills, remember all travel is good travel, even if it isn’t perfect. I fondly remember the time we arrived at the airport and my son had packed scissors in his backpack (I can laugh now); or the moment the TSA threw the sparkling Empire State Building snow globe I was bringing home for my daughter into the trash (I am unable to laugh about this experience yet).

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Third, really spectacular travel requires some element of surprise. Don’t sell yourself short on your ability to try something completely new, like Airbnb, for example. You’ll want to do your due diligence and check out the guest reviews, but many larger cities, like Paris and New York, rent lovely condos at half the price of an expensive hotel. Go to airbnb.com to download the app. A few years ago, I planned our entire trip through Europe using vacation rentals by owner, or VRBO. You can try all you want to “do as the Romans do,” but $500/night hotel rooms aren’t going to leave room for your Roman sandals. I would rather spend all of my money on good wine, out-of-this world cheese, and rainbow-colored gelato. Besides, where else are you going to find a clean, twobedroom loft, balcony included, overlooking the Spanish steps for $250? Go to VRBO.com to get started. Want to know another secret? If you are having trouble getting a good fare on a direct route, let’s say to the Michigan State bowl game for example, you can book to another location, with the pass through your actual destination, but forgo the final flight. Huh, you say? Here’s how it works: you want to travel to Dallas, but the flights are too expensive. Try searching for a flight through Dallas to LA or Vegas, but you get off in Texas. The flight might be cheaper than booking direct to your location – just make sure to carry on your luggage.

ENTREPRENEURS UNITE DON’T MISS THE 2016 GREATER LANSING ENTREPRENEURIAL AWARDS

TABLES AND TICKETS ARE GOING FAST! Support local entrepreneurship by being a part of the 22nd Annual Entrepreneurial Awards. Purchase a corporate table for your company at this year’s event. Individual tickets are available for $100. Thursday, March 3, 2016 Eagle Eye Banquet Center 6 p.m. Cocktail Hour 7 p.m. Dinner and Awards Ceremony Guest Speaker: Tim Suprise, Founder & President of Arcadia Brewing Company

For more information please contact Melissa at 517.203.3333 or melissa@m3group.biz.

Once you have your flight, hotel and transportation booked, you are ready to go. Bring your best friend, your kids or travel alone – just remember to leave your snow globe and scissors at home. Lisa Allen-Kost was bitten by the travel bug at an early age. Growing up an “Army Brat” she has lived abroad and is always eager to book her next trip — no matter the destination. When she is not traveling, Allen-Kost calls Okemos home and is a commercial realtor with CBRE|Martin. Her favorite travel companions are her husband, Jim and their children.

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HEALTHYLIFESTYLE BY CATRICE LANE

DROP IN THE BUCKET Ok, I think I'm ready to share my list now. Drop in the bucket:

BIG PLANS There are many articles that deal with self-help topics like fad diets, breaking bad habits, dating tips and other lifestyle goals that we want to achieve. After reading those types of articles do you feel charged, focused and ready to better yourself? For most of us the answer is yes. However, if you're like me, I can lose my mojo quickly, especially if I feel like I'm not experiencing rapid results. I decided to take a slightly different approach with my article and create a wish list of things that can be crossed off as this year moves forward. But before I expose my list, let me share my attitude about creating it. PERSPECTIVE While it's no easy task, my list was crafted with the intention of keeping things simple while maintaining a balance of friendship, community and self. Many people fall victim to creating monster-sized goals, thinking it will dramatically change their lives forever. I strongly believe that large goals are attainable for most people. If you want to target the big objectives, then go for it. The world needs big doers! However, the world can also use folks who keep it simple. People who want to achieve practical goals, by successfully crawling before they walk. Again, kudos to the big doers, because they can teach us valuable lessons about success; the wise doers will tell you the value of the journey. How working on your goals produces humility, patience and strength, with very little focus on any selfish gains. I'm proud of the goals that I set this year. No matter how big or small, I’m going to own my list or better yet, my journey and define it as I please. DRUM ROLL PLEASE As you follow my column in 2016, we'll look at my drop in the bucket list and check off accomplishments and/or shake off set-backs that I experienced as this year progresses. I say set-backs because they will be a key part of working on my goals. I was recently told about an interesting champagne toast made at a party that I think is important to consider when starting my goals. "I hope in this year to come, you make mistakes. Because if you are making mistakes you are making new things, trying new things, learning, living, pushing yourself, changing yourself and changing the world. You're doing things you've never done before and more importantly you're doing something".

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1. Call someone I haven't spoken to in a while and make plans to visit. 2. Donate to charity, whether it's things, money, time or all three. 3. Take one day with no use of a cell phone, laptop or any other electronic device. Instead find alternate ways to spend quality time with myself and others. 4.

Take a train or bus to a town that I haven't visited before.

Invent a signature cocktail that highlights my charm and energy.

Attend a festival this summer of any kind (wine, food, music).

Put on my dancing shoes and make it a night to remember.

Complete a walk-a-thon.

Create thoughtful, hand-made gifts and/ or greeting cards for people in need of a smile.

10.

Create a Facebook page that's solely dedicated to blogging the progress of my list.

WHAT LOVE

Means to Me

appy Valentine’s Day Month! I like to reach out to my friends from time to time to find out how they might define a universal topic. I asked them to answer this question: “What Love Means to Me?” and this is what they shared: “Love to me means: transcending all illusion of separation and Being and Acting from the perspective of Unity/We Are All One.” Iben Larssen, CEO & Founder at iNavLife; CEO & Founder at iBEnMusic, Long Beach, Calif. “Love means my children.” Amanda Stern, Emmy Award Winning TV Producer for Wheel of Fortune, Los Angeles, Calif. “Love to me means everything: risk and reward; letting go when necessary and hanging on to memories; love is essential and is what makes us human.” Cindie Alwood, Co-Founder & Executive Director at Women's Center of Greater Lansing, Lansing, Mich.

ENTERTAINMENTALLEY BY TAYLOR KELSAW

“When I hear love I think of agape love, which is the greatest love shown to us by God that is unconditional and anticipates our needs before we even think of needing something.” Lauren Aitch, Owner and Head Designer at Lady Aitch Designs and President at The Aitch Foundation, Lansing, Mich.

“Love, in its truest form, means the willingness to sacrifice everything of oneself. It is felt with the absence of hesitation or regret ... like an instinct with the only intent being the hope of their peaceful fulfillment.” Melissa Anschutz, Actor & Producer, Grand Rapids, Mich.

"Imagine loving someone as much as you can possibly love. That is but a glimpse of the love that God has for you." Peter Michael Escovedo, Award-winning American Percussionist, TV Producer & Musical Director, Los Angeles, Calif.

"Love to me is sharing body and soul, ecstasy and pain and infinite trust." Betty Baxter, Jazz Songstress, Lansing, Mich. Taylor Kelsaw is a former Californian, presently living in Michigan with his family. He is an actor, radio personality and creator/television producer of The Evan Michael Show. He has worked in marketing, film and television production for more than 30 years on such shows as Jeopardy!, Wheel of Fortune, Live with Kelly and Michael, Access Hollywood, 24, The Matrix I, II, III and The Oprah Winfrey Show.

READY, SET, GO! My list doesn't save the world, but it does support the balance that I mentioned at the beginning of my article. Drop in the bucket number 10 states that I will create a Facebook page solely dedicated to blogging the progress of my list. I plan to share this page with all of you so that you can take a glimpse at my online diary and look forward to an interesting read in between articles. If you know me, you're in for an entertaining treat. And if you don't know me, then I have just given you something to add to your drop in the bucket list. Stay tuned to see what happens next. I can’t wait for all of us to start experiencing our bucket or drop in the bucket lists this year. Thank you for following my story! Feel free to share your thoughts and/or drop in the bucket list to me at catchat359@gmail.com. Happy Valentines Day!

Catrice is fun, sassy but serious when necessary. A Project Manager by trade and a loving, devoted friend by choice. Finding the person(s), place(s) and thing(s) that are destined for her life has always been her number one passion. February 2016

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MLK

LUNCHEON In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the City of Lansing hosted a celebratory luncheon on Jan. 18. Andrew Young, who worked with Dr. King during the Civil Rights Movement, gave the keynote speech.

Ambassador Andrew Young Jr.

Commissioner Anthony Winston Jr., Moihamed Osman and April Clobes

Antonea Embry, Rosemary Robinson, Yalanda Embry-Frazier, Cynthia Todd, Yvette Morgan and DeVera Hayes

Mark McDaniel

Members of Tabernacle of David Choir

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Lansing Bridal World

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BRIDAL SHOW

Brides from all over the state came to the Lansing Center on Jan. 10 for the largest bridal show in mid-Michigan. Attendees shopped at participating vendors and watched a fashion show with the newest styles from David’s Bridal, Men’s Warehouse and Becker’s Bridal.

Charlene Miller Causeway Bay Hotel

Brittnie Fox, Ashligh Bletger and Joni Preston Photobug

Katie Wagster, Lyndsay Ruhf and Katy Delcotto

Joey Stimac and Taylor Jasgur

Kristine Simon, Jody Simon and Katie Simon

YO U A R E N OT ALO N E Divorce can be one of the biggest, most challenging decisions you will ever make, and you don’t need to make it alone. Second Saturday Lansing Workshops are designed to help you take the next step, no matter where you are in the process of untying the knot. It provides unbiased information to help you understand all of your options, deal with your emotions and move forward with your life. SUPPORT. INFORMATION. HOPE.

SPEND $30 GET $5 OFF KELLIE’S CONSIGNMENTS 4800 Okemos Rd Okemos, MI 48864 517.574.4523 www.kelliesconsignments.com With coupon only. Not valid with any other offers or discounts. Excluding tax. Does not include gift certificates. One coupon per person, per day.

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Second Saturday deals with the legal, financial, family and personal issues of divorce in a logical, yet compassionate way. With the guidance of trained professionals, workshop participants gain greater understanding of the confusing and challenging divorce process.

WORKSHOP OVERVIEW: Family Issues presented by a family counselor • Dealing with a hostile spouse • Helping your family cope with the stress of divorce • Rebuilding self-esteem Legal Issues presented by a divorce attorney • The divorce process and legal fees • Protecting yourself legally and financially • Child custody; child and spousal support Financial Issues presented by a financial advisor

We believe the more information and support women have, the better the decisions they'll make for themselves and their children, and the more hopeful they can be about the future.

• Preparing for divorce • Dividing property • The tax consequence of divorce

Second Saturday was founded in 1988 by the nonprofit, The Women’s Institute for Financial Education (WIFE.org). Their mission is to provide education, support and guidance to women in this life transition, helping them move confidently toward independence. For additional information or to register for a workshop call: (517) 253-8563 Contact us by email: stephanie@SecondSaturdayLansing.com Find us online at SecondSaturdayLansing.com or on Facebook at Second Saturday Lansing 1600 Abbot Rd, East Lansing, MI 48823 (second floor of the Horizon Bank Building) February 2016

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Pour It Up The Lansing City Marketâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pour it Up! hosted a night of wine and beer tasting on Jan. 16. The events of the night included informational seminars on beer pairings, home brewing and included live music.

Ally Kundinger and Sharmin Begum

Christina Clemet and John Kunizceman

Learn from the Experts A Comprehensive Day of Empowering Women for Business Results Entrepreneur YOU is designed to teach women with a passion for entrepreneurship

Collin Scott, Ed Thomas, Jen Ribar and Abby Richeson

about the challenges and opportunities women encounter as they start and grow businesses. Leave with educational and technical resources, sharpen your skills, and gain powerful contacts. For questions or additional information contact Kris Ridings, kridings@miwf.org.

Keith Jones and Allison Kesimaki

Topics include marketing, finance, hiring, sales, succession planning, business modeling, funding your business, procurement, and becoming a certified woman owned business (WBC).

2016 Sparrow Annual Gala

Today! To register go to

davenport.edu/ey2016-la A Masquerade Ball

Saturday, Feb. 27, 2016 Generously presented by

Tickets are available for purchase now! For details and information, please visit our website, Sparrow.org/Gala or call 517.364.3620.

Tickets include full access to Entrepreneur YOU, continental breakfast and lunch. Cost $50 per ticket Date Tuesday, March 1, 2016 Time 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Place Lansing Davenport University, 200 S. Grand Avenue, Lansing, MI 48933

Entrepreneur YOU was created through the collaboration of successful businesswomen who strongly believe that there are many women in Michigan with significant, unleashed entrepreneurial talent and the potential to positively impact and reshape our economic landscape.

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PROFESSIONAL GUIDE TODD A. MOYERBRAILEAN, D.O. Dr. Moyerbrailean is board certified in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, also known as Urogynecology. As an Urogynecologist, he has advanced training and expertise in the treatment of pelvic floor dysfunction in women. Dr. Moyerbrailean specializes in the evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of pelvic floor dysfunction and its associated symptoms, including loss of bladder or bowel control, difficulty with urination or moving bowels, overactive bladder and burning or other pelvic pain.

STACEY GROVER

assisted

Living with Heart

Dr. Moyerbrailean is now accepting new patients.

(517) 484-3000 Alliance, 1560 Turf Lane, East Lansing, MI 48823

Grandhaven Living Center welcomes Stacey Grover to the position of Director of Life Enrichment. Stacey graduated from Hope College in 2003 and has over 14 years experience working in Senior Care. Working together as a team, the Life Enrichment Department will continue to strive to enrich the resident’s lives at Grandhaven Living Center. Stacey is excited to get to know our residents and their interests which will help her develop programs to challenge and inspire them. Please feel free to contact Stacey at gh.activities@leisure-living.com or (517) 897-2499. We are excited to have Stacey be a part of the Grandhaven Team!

(517) 897-2499 Grandhaven Living Center, 3145 W Mt Hope Ave. Lansing, MI 48823 Our residents, their families, and our staff have one thing in common we genuinely care about each other. We have heart.

SARAH HENDRICKSON Sarah Hendrickson joined the team at Another Look Hair Institute in 2014 when owner Laurie Nash developed Image Day Spa. Image Day Spa was created to foster the warm, holistic, and calming approach necessary to help cancer patients through their healing journey, and has opened its doors to anyone who wants a relaxing experience. Sarah specializes in marketing and business development, and loves being a part of a company that contributes to a healthy lifestyle.

(517) 484-1014 Image Day Spa, 1020 E Saginaw St Lansing, MI 48906

ROBIN MCCRIMMON

WHITNEY ANDERSON-HARRELL

3145 West Mt. Hope Ave. Lansing, MI 48911 grandhavenlivingcenter.com 517.485.5966 We’re on Facebook

A Leisure Living Managed Community www.leisure-living.com

Anderson-Harrell is the Vice President of Sales and Financial Education at MSU Federal Credit Union. She oversees the Credit Union’s Member Relations and Financial Education departments, which include the new Financial Innovation and Education Center (FIEC) near MSU’s campus. Her responsibilities involve overseeing the strategic direction of each department to help educate members and those in the community on how to best manage their finances and improve their financial literacy. MSUFCU has an asset size of over $2.9 billion, 205,000 members worldwide, and more than 640 employees.

(517) 333-2424 or (800) MSU-4-YOU MSUFCU, 3777 West Rd East Lansing, MI 48823

CANDICE TESS

Robin McCrimmon is the Director of Care Services at Seniors Helping Seniors in-home services. She earned her Masters in Management and Organization from Spring Arbor University and has 34 years of experience helping seniors in the Greater Lansing area. “Seniors Helping Seniors services has opened my heart to some very special people. Our Care Providers and Receivers bring a smile to my face and are the light God knew I needed. I love helping seniors reach their goals — whether it is staying in their own home, temporary assistance, or just finding a new friend with whom they can enjoy activities. Watching the positive outcomes of those we help is so rewarding.”

Owner of Stilettos & Steel Fitness and certified pole fitness instructor, Candice Tess is focused on empowering women through dance & fitness. With a background in Kinesiology and business, in addition to several pole & aerial certifications, she aims to put a new “spin” on building women’s strength and confidence. Candice has been teaching group fitness in different settings since 2003, but found her true passion in pole fitness in 2013. She enjoys the vast diversity it brings by encompassing many forms of fitness including, dance, gymnastics and yoga. Students of all ages and fitness levels are welcomed to the weekly classes offered at the studio.

(517) 332-9953 Seniors Helping Seniors, PO Box 14074 Lansing, MI 48901

(517) 802-8265 Stilettos & Steel, 6400 W St Joe Lansing, MI 48917

DR. SUSAN MAPLES

Share life’s journey in a community that cares.

KELLY KING

Dr. Susan Maples is a 30 year clinician who leads a total health practice dental care in Holt, MI. She is one of the Top 25 Women in U.S. dentistry and also one of the Top 8 Innovators in Dentistry. Dr. Susan is co-author of Blabber Mouth, 77 secrets only your mouth can tell you to live a Healthier, Happier, Sexier Life. Dr. Susan is the co-investigator for an award-winning study on detecting diabetes in the dental office.

With more than 10 years of management experience, Kelly King, executive director of the YMCA’s Oak Park branch, has put a strong emphasis on building relationships, campaign leadership, supervision and fiscal management. Overseeing the day-to-day operations of several YMCA facilities has instilled a sense of leadership in her, which has enabled her to think strategically, hone her risk management skills and has helped to ensure the development of staff and board members. Her experience with motivating donors and volunteers to help carry out the organization’s mission has also further enhanced her skill set, and has made her an asset to the YMCA.

(517) 694-0353 Dr. Susan Maples, 2101 N Aurelius Rd Ste 1 Holt, MI 48842

(517) 827-9690 YMCA, 119 N Washington Square Lansing, MI 48933

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Bobby McFerrinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s historic collaborations with artists like Yo-Yo Ma and Questlove are based on his love of pure adventure, joy and play. Now Bobby meets Michigan artists live onstage. Come see (and hear) what happens!

$15 Student Tickets!

C FERRIN : BBOBBY M O B BY M E E TS M I C H I GA N ! Saturday, February 6 AT 8PM

Variety Series Sponsor

Wednesday, February 17 AT 7:30PM Get ready for the glamour of the red carpet and enjoy some of the best-loved movie scores of all time! Thrill to the music of James Bond 007, Chicago, The Wizard of Oz and more with vocalists.

Media Sponsor

Tap legend Savion Glover and iconic jazz drummer Jack DeJohnette join up for a once-in-a-lifetime concert in two sets as they take the audience on a journey of beautiful music and dance.

TICKETS JUST

AN EVENING WITH

Savion Glover Jack DeJohnette Friday, February 19 AT 8PM Generously sponsored by Edge Partnerships; and Physicians Health Plan.

12 $9 Saturday, February 27 AT 1:30PM & 4PM Using whimsical puppets, fantastic masks, gorgeous scenery and original music, the magical world of Peter Rabbit and friends comes to life in this fun-filled family performance! Generously sponsored by Granger; Jackson National Life Insurance Company; and Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs and National Endowment for the Arts

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Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re Invested in Our Community MSUFCU members know they can rely on their local credit union to save them money. In 2015, members saved over $9,000,000 in interest by refinancing their high-rate loans from other financial institutions to MSUFCU. Join your friends and neighbors at MSUFCU and see how much you can save. Not an MSU employee? Not a problem! There are many ways to join.

Federally insured by NCUA

msufcu.org â&#x20AC;˘ 517-333-2424