Join us for our first Meetings in the 517 of the new year as we ring in 2026 together! It’s a great chance to learn, share ideas, and connect with other association meeting planner professionals.

Thank you to everyone who completed the survey in November! As a result of the responses, we will continue to meet on the 3rd Tuesday of each month and rotate between breakfast, lunch and happy hour. Food will be provided by Choose Lansing and locations will vary each month.

3:30-5:00 P.M.

Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Michigan Education Association

1216 Kendale Blvd.

East Lansing, MI 48823

Networking Reception

This January, experience a unique format we’ve never tried before—so don’t miss it! We’re excited to host the event with the MI Education Association, featuring their versatile meeting space that can accommodate up to 250 attendees and easily divides into sections—perfect for a variety of meeting formats that you can reserve for your own association meetings.

During this intimate networking reception, you can expect a small, intentional lineup of about 8–10 vendors. You’ll enjoy:

Local food and beverage vendors offering delicious options
Professional speakers serving as event resources
Other resourceful vendors with tools, services, and ideas to help you plan successful meetings

This is a unique opportunity to network with fellow association meeting planners, gather fresh ideas, and explore resources that can make your events even more impactful.

Don’t miss this chance to connect, learn, and be inspired!

Count Me In!

I Can't Make It

These complimentary monthly gatherings are a valuable opportunity to learn, network, and connect with fellow association meeting planners who understand the unique challenges and wins of planning meetings and events. It’s your chance to borrow brilliance, share best practices, and walk away with new ideas.

Tuesday, February 17, 2026
8:30-10am
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
8:30-10am
Tuesday, April 221, 2026
11:30am-1:30pm
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
3:30-5pm

Questions about Meetings in the 517? Feel free to contact Stephanie Wohlfert at swohlfert@lansing.org

Choose Lansing® has been approved by the Events Industry Council (EIC) as a Preferred Provider of the below-listed continuing education courses, which qualify for CMP continuing education credit. Determination of continuing education credit eligibility or Preferred Provider status does not imply EIC’s endorsement or assessment of education quality.

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