About Ingham County

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Ingham County was settled in 1834 and was named after Andrew Jackson's Secretary of the Treasury, Samuel D. Ingham. Ingham county's largest community is Lansing, Michigan's state capitol. Although Detroit was Michigan's first capitol city, a controversy arose about moving the capitol to a more central location: A political battle ensued and Lansing Township emerged as a suitable compromise location in 1847.

Today Ingham county is dominated by not only Michigan's capitol city, but Oldsmobile factories and Michigan State University - the state's largest institution of higher learning. It is fast on the grow, with developing suburbs and an increasingly diversified economy.

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Arts



Children's Ballet Theatre of Greater Lansing (http://www.cbtdance.org/) P.O. Box 22232, Lansing, MI N/A
The Children's Ballet Theatre is an independent, non-profit organization committed to the existence of a quality, youth-oriented classical ballet company in mid-Michigan. Children from dance studios throughout Michigan are welcome to audition and become members of the Company.
president@cbtdance.org (president@cbtdance.org)

Wharton Center for Performing Arts (http://www.whartoncenter.com/) Wharton Ctr., Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI (517)432-2000

boxoffice@whartoncenter.com (boxoffice@whartoncenter.com)
Chamber of Commerce



Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (http://www.lansingchamber.org/) P.O. Box 14030, Lansing, MI (517)487-6340 or Fax: (517)484-6910


Leslie Area Chamber of Commerce P.O. Box 214, Leslie, MI (517)589-8222 or Fax: (517)589-8513


Mason Area Chamber of Commerce (http://www.masonchamber.org/) 148 East Ash Street, Mason, MI (517)676-1046 or Fax: (517)676-8504


Stockbridge Chamber of Commerce (http://www.stockbridge.net/) P.O. Box 310, Stockbridge, MI (517)851-7777


Williamston Area Chamber of Commerce (http://www.williamston.org/) P.O. Box 53, Williamston, MI (517)655-1549 or Fax: (517)355-8859


Children's Resources



ACTS - Allen Street FRC (http://www.fortunecity.com/meltingpot/court/46/) 1607 East Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI (616)244-4514
All Children + Connected to Succeed = ACTS. ACTS is a free program for all parents interested in learning about their child's develepment, from preventing diaper rash to making the most of story times to discipline and early brain growth. There are no income guidelines, and any family can choose to participate in one or all of our services.
jressler@gw.ingham.k12.mi.us (jressler@gw.ingham.k12.mi.us)

ACTS - Black Child & Family Institute FRC (http://www.fortunecity.com/meltingpot/court/46/) 835 West Genessee, Lansing, MI (616)244-4514
All Children + Connected to Succeed = ACTS. ACTS is a free program for all parents interested in learning about their child's develepment, from preventing diaper rash to making the most of story times to discipline and early brain growth. There are no income guidelines, and any family can choose to participate in one or all of our services.
jressler@gw.ingham.k12.mi.us (jressler@gw.ingham.k12.mi.us)

ACTS - East Lansing FRC (http://www.fortunecity.com/meltingpot/court/46/) 2842 East Grand River, Suite 3, East Lansing, MI (616)244-4514
All Children + Connected to Succeed = ACTS. ACTS is a free program for all parents interested in learning about their child's develepment, from preventing diaper rash to making the most of story times to discipline and early brain growth. There are no income guidelines, and any family can choose to participate in one or all of our services.
jressler@gw.ingham.k12.mi.us (jressler@gw.ingham.k12.mi.us)

ACTS - Holt FRC (http://www.fortunecity.com/meltingpot/court/46/) 2415 South Cedar, Holt, MI (616)244-4514
All Children + Connected to Succeed = ACTS. ACTS is a free program for all parents interested in learning about their child's develepment, from preventing diaper rash to making the most of story times to discipline and early brain growth. There are no income guidelines, and any family can choose to participate in one or all of our services.
jressler@gw.ingham.k12.mi.us (jressler@gw.ingham.k12.mi.us)

ACTS - Ingham Regional FRC (http://www.fortunecity.com/meltingpot/court/46/) 2709 South Washington, Lansing, MI (616)244-4514
All Children + Connected to Succeed = ACTS. ACTS is a free program for all parents interested in learning about their child's develepment, from preventing diaper rash to making the most of story times to discipline and early brain growth. There are no income guidelines, and any family can choose to participate in one or all of our services.
jressler@gw.ingham.k12.mi.us (jressler@gw.ingham.k12.mi.us)

ACTS - Mason FRC (http://www.fortunecity.com/meltingpot/court/46/) 531 Steele, Mason, MI (616)244-4514
All Children + Connected to Succeed = ACTS. ACTS is a free program for all parents interested in learning about their child's develepment, from preventing diaper rash to making the most of story times to discipline and early brain growth. There are no income guidelines, and any family can choose to participate in one or all of our services.
jressler@gw.ingham.k12.mi.us (jressler@gw.ingham.k12.mi.us)

ACTS - Northtown FRC (http://www.fortunecity.com/meltingpot/court/46/) 927 East North, Lansing, MI (616)244-4514
All Children + Connected to Succeed = ACTS. ACTS is a free program for all parents interested in learning about their child's develepment, from preventing diaper rash to making the most of story times to discipline and early brain growth. There are no income guidelines, and any family can choose to participate in one or all of our services.
jressler@gw.ingham.k12.mi.us (jressler@gw.ingham.k12.mi.us)

ACTS - Okemos FRC (http://www.fortunecity.com/meltingpot/court/46/) 4406 Okemos Road (Central Elementary), Okemos, MI (616)244-4514
All Children + Connected to Succeed = ACTS. ACTS is a free program for all parents interested in learning about their child's develepment, from preventing diaper rash to making the most of story times to discipline and early brain growth. There are no income guidelines, and any family can choose to participate in one or all of our services.
jressler@gw.ingham.k12.mi.us (jressler@gw.ingham.k12.mi.us)

ACTS - Waverly FRC (http://www.fortunecity.com/meltingpot/court/46/) 3827 Delta River Drive (First United Methodist Church), Lansing, MI (616)244-4514
All Children + Connected to Succeed = ACTS. ACTS is a free program for all parents interested in learning about their child's develepment, from preventing diaper rash to making the most of story times to discipline and early brain growth. There are no income guidelines, and any family can choose to participate in one or all of our services.
jressler@gw.ingham.k12.mi.us (jressler@gw.ingham.k12.mi.us)

ACTS - Williamston FRC (http://www.fortunecity.com/meltingpot/court/46/) 416 Highland (Explorer Elementary), Williamston, MI (616)244-4514
All Children + Connected to Succeed = ACTS. ACTS is a free program for all parents interested in learning about their child's develepment, from preventing diaper rash to making the most of story times to discipline and early brain growth. There are no income guidelines, and any family can choose to participate in one or all of our services.
jressler@gw.ingham.k12.mi.us (jressler@gw.ingham.k12.mi.us)

ACTS - Maple Hill FRC (http://www.fortunecity.com/meltingpot/court/46/) 640 Maple Hill Street, Lansing, MI (616)244-4514
All Children + Connected to Succeed = ACTS. ACTS is a free program for all parents interested in learning about their child's develepment, from preventing diaper rash to making the most of story times to discipline and early brain growth. There are no income guidelines, and any family can choose to participate in one or all of our services.
jressler@gw.ingham.k12.mi.us (jressler@gw.ingham.k12.mi.us)
Community Theater



Wharton Center for Performing Arts (http://www.whartoncenter.com/) Wharton Ctr., Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI (517)432-2000

boxoffice@whartoncenter.com (boxoffice@whartoncenter.com)
Conservation



Michigan Nature Association (http://www.michigannature.org/) 326 East Grand River Avenue, Williamston, MI (517)655-5655
Since 1952, the Michigan Nature Association has worked to preserve Michigan's special natural places. MNA carries on a program of nature education and protects natural areas through a system of 160 nature sancutaries across the state, totaling over 8,000 acres. Members can take advantage of all MNA has to offer.
michigannature@michigannature.org (michigannature@michigannature.org)
Education



St. Matthew Lutheran School (http://www.holtbiz.com/StMatt/SML.htm) 2418 North Aurelius, Holt, MI (517)694-0978
See our web site for special school messages.
Church@SMLHolt.org (Church@SMLHolt.org)
Family Help



CASA of Ingham County (http://www.cacvoices.org/casa/) 303 West Kalamazoo, 3rd Floor, Lansing, MI (517)483-6544
Children's Advocates - CASA of Ingham County trains community volunteers to advocate for abused and neglected children in the foster care system.
casa3@ingham.org (casa3@ingham.org)

Ingham County Family Independence Agency 5303 South Cedar ** P.O. Box 30088, Lansing, MI (517)887-9671

kaleyj@michigan.gov (kaleyj@michigan.gov)

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Financial Services



Consumer Credit Counseling Centers of Michigan (http://www.debthelpnow.org/) 2035 Asher Court, #400, East Lansing, MI (517)336-9400
Non-profit agency providing free budget counseling, education workshops, housing programs, and low-cost debt management programs for Michigan consumers. Founded in 1961, CCC is a member of the National Foundation for Consumer Credit and has 29 offices throughout Michigan.
rbialobrzeski@ccchq.com (rbialobrzeski@ccchq.com)

Consumer Credit Counseling Centers of Michigan (http://www.debthelpnow.org/) 612 South Creyts Road, Suite C, Lansing, MI (517)321-5836
Non-profit agency providing free budget counseling, education workshops, housing programs, and low-cost debt management programs for Michigan consumers. Founded in 1961, CCC is a member of the National Foundation for Consumer Credit and has 29 offices throughout Michigan.
rbialobrzeski@ccchq.com (rbialobrzeski@ccchq.com)
Foundations



Michigan Turfgrass Foundation (http://www.michiganturfgrass.org/) P.O. Box 80071, Lansing, MI (517)327-5474
Turfgrass maintenance, management and research from Michigan Turfgrass
Foundation. Information and education in the area of lawn maintenance for
homeowners, turfgrass professionals, golf courses, seed and sod growers as well as different types and species of turfgrass.
mtfturf@msn.com (mtfturf@msn.com)
Fraternal Organization



F. & A.M. Lodge #70 840 East Columbia Street, Mason, MI (517)676-5111
The Temple of Free and Accepted Masons Lodge #70 is located in beautiful Mason. We are proud to announce our upcoming 150 year celebration. As you may laready know that Freemasonry is responsible for many charitable foundations.
cclarkgreenshields@hotmail.com (cclarkgreenshields@hotmail.com)
Garden Club



Mason Garden Club (http://home.earthlink.net/~mmburnham) 673 West Columbia Road, Mason, MI (517)676-1445
Mason Garden Club is a group of Mason area residents who love to garden, and meet February-November at the Vevay Town Hall. For more information regarding the Mason Garden Club, visit our website or give us a call.
mmburnham@earthlink.net (mmburnham@earthlink.net)
Genealogy Societies



Ingham County Genealogical Society (http://userdata.acd.net/mmgs/icgs.html) P.O. Box 85, Mason, MI (517)676-6791 or (517)589-9485
To encourage and assist the study of family history, to promote the exchange of knowledge and to encourage the deposit of genealogical records. I.C.G.S. meetings are held the second Thursday of the month. PUBLIC IS WELCOME / FREE PARKING Time: 7:30 - 9:00 P.M. Place: Vevay Township Hall 780 Eden Road Mason, Michiganá
ICGS@yahoo.com (ICGS@yahoo.com)

Mid-Michigan Genealogical Society (http://www.rootsweb.com/~mimmgs/) P.O. Box 16033, Lansing, MI (517)482-7204

pfaff@msu.edu (pfaff@msu.edu)
Human Services



Refugee Development Center (http://www.refugeedevelopmentcenter.com/) 122 South Pennsylvania Avenue, Lansing, MI (517)482-2252
A non-profit center providing free orientation and education to refugees arriving in Lansing from anywhere in the world. Refugees learn how to function in American society, drive a car, look for a job, use a computer, and other lifeskills.
christlansing@ameritech.net (christlansing@ameritech.net)
Junior Chamber of Commerce



Lansing Jaycees (http://www.lansingjaycees.org/) P.O. Box 16150, Lansing, MI (517)322-2795
The Lansing Jaycees (Junior Chamber) is an organization for young people age 21-39. Through serving our community, the Lansing Jaycees gain leadership experience, meet new people, make business contacts and have fun together!
lansingjaycees@hotmail.com (lansingjaycees@hotmail.com)
Museum



Mason Area Historical Society P.O. Box 44, Mason, MI (517)676-9837
MAHS runs two museums. "Pink School Museum" at 704 W. Ash Street, open by appointments and "Mason Area Historical Museum" at 200 E. Oak Street, open Tuesday and Thursday 12:00 - 4:00 pm, Saturdays 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm.

Political



Committee to Elect Melissa Robinson (http://www.melissasuerobinson.homestead.com/) 1121 East Larned Street, Lansing, MI (517) 371-1103
Elect Melissa Sue Robinson for Michigan's 68th House District in 2006.
melisrob@tds.net (melisrob@tds.net)
Scouting



Boy Scout Troup 8 of Ann Arbor (http://www.troop8.org/) 520 Elizabeth Street - St. Thomas the Apostle Church, Ann Arbor, MI (734)975-1864
Troop 8 is a Boy Scout unit that operates out of St. Thomas the Apostle Roman Catholic church in Ann Arbor, Michigan. In the words of Obi-Wan Kenobi... "You may never find a more wretched hive of scum and villiany." The troop runs a hugely active, year-round outdoors, service, and just plain fun program. Last year, we ran over 112 separate events including 46 outings, for a total of 191 days of wild scouting activity. Unlike some programs, we run year-round, with a full calendar of troop outings, service projects, and Venture expeditions from the height of summer to the snows of mid-winter.
bobgeier@umich.edu (bobgeier@umich.edu)
Sports



Great Lakes Sword Club (http://home.att.net/~glswords) 5839 Ferris Road, Eaton Rapids, MI (517)663-5032
Great Lakes Sword Club provides private fencing lessons and group practices for members. Instruction is available by appointment in all three competitive weapons: epee, sabre and foil. Members receive newsletters as well as tournament updates. Members must join the United States Fencing Association.
GLSwords@worldnet.att.net (GLSwords@worldnet.att.net)
Toastmasters Club



Speakeasies Toastmasters (http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Shores/3763/speakeasies.htm) , Lansing, MI (989)838-2653
Cat got your tongue? We meet every Tuesday at noon for an hour. Learn to control your nervousness while having fun, using the proven Toastmasters International self-paced program for better speaking and listening. Visitors welcome anytime.
dschelter@earthlink.net (dschelter@earthlink.net)