Skip to main content

Living Here

Downtown Lansing’s The Peanut Shop featured on The Morning Blend — Just in Time for Holiday Gift-Giving

By: Morning Blend (via FOX 47)

LANSING, Mich. — As the holiday season ramps up, The Peanut Shop — a longstanding downtown Lansing staple — is encouraging shoppers to “give the gift of nuts” this year. On the December 2, 2025 episode of The Morning Blend, co-owner Adam Seyburn shared how the shop offers a ready-made way to delight friends, family, and coworkers.

Holiday Giving - Propelling Downtown Forward While Uplifting Our Community

Guest Writer: Alexander Rusek 

The holiday season is an especially powerful time to give. It is a moment when our community’s goodwill can be channeled into real, lasting progress by supporting the people, places, and programs that keep Downtown Lansing vibrant, equitable, and growing. Holiday giving is more than a tradition: it is an investment in the health and future of our city. 

The Big Red Ball Returns: A Night of Glamour, Arts, and Impact

Downtown Lansing Inc.’s signature black-tie fundraiser, The Big Red Ball, returns to the historic Knapp’s Centre on Saturday, December 6, 2025, inviting guests to an unforgettable evening that blends elegance, creativity, and community spirit. This year’s event promises a dynamic mix of live arts, gourmet flavors, and festive entertainment — all while bringing together the leaders, visionaries, and neighbors who help shape the future of Michigan’s Downtown.

Small Lansing comic shop competes with big retailers through personal service

By: Claire Bacarella (via Fox 47)

As downtown Lansing prepares for the holidays, small businesses like Summit Comics and Games are finding ways to stand out against major retailers.

Marcus Embry, interim manager at Summit Comics and Games, said the local shop sells comic books, board games and action figures. While big box stores offer holiday deals, he believes small businesses have a competitive advantage.

Local artist creates one-of-a-kind ornaments for Silver Bells in the City celebration

By: Erica Murphy (via Fox 47)

LANSING, MI — On Michigan Avenue in downtown Lansing, something magical happens every year centered around the Silver Bells in the City celebration. A local artist is using her studio space and talent to create one-of-a-kind ornaments for only a few to cherish.

Making touchable art is in artist Tiffany Marie Luke’s blood — her dad is the guy responsible for crafting a well-known figure.

Double your Dollars - Purchase your Downtown Digital Dollars gift cards on Nov 30 and have your dollars doubled while funds last