Across Lansing’s south side, Little Dreamers Early Learning Center and the region’s public transit system is helping families, educators and children thrive. Whether by eliminating barriers to work and childcare, or by fostering a sense of belonging, CATA and Little Dreamers show how transportation and education can come together to strengthen community in every sense of the word.

For some, safety can feel like a distant hope — especially for youth facing a crisis with no place to turn. With the launch of CATA’s Safe Place program in March 2025, assistance is now just a bus ride away.

CATA’s Listening Bus lets riders share feedback during their commute. Since 2023, 28 sessions across 27 routes have gathered 565 responses, leading to improvements, such as the introduction of the Language Line translation service and the year-round schedule change for Routes 23, 24 and 25.

Creativity shines when local students are given the chance to celebrate their heritage through art. As part of its involvement in the 2025 Lansing Juneteenth Celebration and African American Parade, CATA partnered with Holly Park Academy to invite students to create art that represents Lansing’s African American history. 

When most people think of CATA, they picture large buses picking up passengers at designated stops. But did you know CATA also offers several advance-reservation, curb-to-curb services using smaller buses and minivans? These options provide greater convenience, especially for those who need extra assistance getting around.

At CATA, serving the community isn’t just a job — it’s a passion. Whether it’s joining cultural celebrations, marching in parades or participating in hands-on activities, CATA employees are there, making connections and showing up for the community. This involvement goes beyond just the workday and reflects CATA’s core commitment to being more than just a transit agency.

Ready to explore the great outdoors? CATA connects you to the trails you love with its Transit to Trails initiative, made possible by a generous grant from the Michigan Department of Transportation’s Shared Streets and Spaces program.

Spring is ready to pull into its final stop, but there’s still time to squeeze in some fun before summer takes the wheel. From art festivals and rock concerts to carnival rides and community celebrations, the Capital City region is packed with events you won’t want to miss.

So, ride into the last days of spring with these unforgettable events around the Capital City Region by hopping on the CATA bus to take you to all the action.

Looking for a fun and unique date idea in the Capital City region? Whether you’re into great food, thrilling adventures or relaxing spots, this area offers a variety of destinations perfect for any time of year. CATA is ready to drive your relationship forward and take you to an unforgettable date.

Steph Joy Hogan, a visual storyteller and a vivid 2D mixed-media artist, illustrates a natural blend of her own imagination and inspiration from other worlds. Even though she always considered herself an artist and studied art at university, it wasn’t until age 40 when she took her work more seriously and became a professional artist.