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Monthly Archives: February 2018

Sunny and Cold

High pressure will bring fair weather today and into Wednesday. Low pressure will track south of Lower Michigan on Thursday with rain changing to snow by Friday. Today Partly sunny, with a high near 28. Wind chill values as low as -4. Calm wind becoming southeast 5 to 8 mph in the morning. Tonight Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly clear, with a low around 21. South southeast wind 6 to 8 mph becoming southwest after midnight. Wednesday Mostly sunny, with a high near 41. South southwest wind 7 to 10 mph. Wednesday Night A 30 percent chance of rain, mainly before 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 37. West southwest wind 10 to 13 mph. Thursday Rain likely after 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 44. West southwest wind 6 to 11 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. Thursday Night A chance of rain before 1am, then a slight chance of rain and snow. Cloudy, with a low around 26. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Friday A 20 percent chance of snow before 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 29. Friday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 10. Saturday A slight chance of snow after…

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Events of Tuesday, February 13, 2018

Underground Railroad Presentation.  This presentation is part of the Jackson District Library's monthly "Local Author Roundtable." It is based on the upcoming book Hidden In Plain Sight: The Underground Railroad in Jackson County by Linda Hass. Ms. Hass, a resident and local historian, will present her findings; reveal the identities of  Underground Railroad agents and fugitives who came to Jackson, including one who is buried here; and she will describe her research process. The event will be held in the downstairs auditorium of the JDL's Carnegie Branch. Experience Jackson also will describe its role in creating the walking tour rack cards associated with the Underground Railroad.  5:30 PM to 7:30 PM, Carnegie Branch, Jackson District Library. Yoga at the Carnegie Branch, Jackson District Library.  Feeling stressed? Join us on every Tuesday at 5:30 p.m., for yoga at the Carnegie Branch. Newbies to certified Yogis welcome. Intended for adults. Mighty Naturalist Program at Dahlem.  10:00 – 11:00 AM.  Ages: 1-5 years old with a caregiver.  Fee: $5 per child ($4 member); free for adult and children under 1 year old.  Share your love of nature with your young child(ren). We will explore and play with nature while developing critical early childhood skills and growing self-confidence. The Mighty Naturalist Programs…

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Spring Arbor University presents “The Old Settler,” first all-African-American play

In honor of Black History Month, SAU Hearts Drama presents “The Old Settler,” a play by John Henry Redwood. “The Old Settler” will be shown in Spring Arbor University’s (SAU) Prop Shop on Feb. 20, 22 and 23 at 7:30 p.m., and Feb. 24 and 25 at 2 p.m. “This is a celebratory offering, expressing the joys and sorrows of the African-American experience during the Harlem Renaissance of the 1940s,” says Dr. Paul Patton, producer of the show. The story follows two middle-aged sisters adjusting to urban life in Harlem during World War II. Patton has been looking for the right actresses to play the sisters for over 16 years; he’s found them in senior Simoné Searcy and junior Chasity Curling. “I think that they could win the audition professionally, and they’ll be able to win it for 30 years,” says Patton. “Their characterization, their ability to cultivate empathy in an audience — we care about them. We care about their relationship. We weep and rejoice with them.” Tickets for students, staff, faculty and alumni are $5. General admission is $8. The show on Feb. 20 is a preview, for which attendees may pay what they can. Reserve seats by…

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Events of Monday, February 12, 2018

Jackson College Winter Film Series.  Explore filmmaking and enjoy movies from classic to contemporary with Jackson College’s 42nd Annual Winter Film Series.  The Winter Film Series is held annually at the Michigan Theatre in downtown Jackson as part of the College’s English 210 Films as Literature class. Community members are welcome. Films begin at 7:15 p.m. on Mondays; cost $5 per person.  Tonight:   “Wonder Woman”. Yoga at the Meijer Branch, Jackson District Library every Monday and Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. Jeanette Lamphere teaches this yoga class. Suggested donation of $3. Intended for adults. Family Story Time at the Carnegie Branch, Jackson District Library.  Join us  every Monday at 6 p.m., starting February 5, for stories, crafts and more. Intended for ages 0-7 and their families. Ukelele Jam Session.  Grab your ukulele and come jam with us on Monday, February 12 & 26 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. If you are a new player, we will have an extra ukulele on hand. Information on how to play will be available, but these are not lessons. Intended for adults.  Eastern Branch, Jackson District Library.  517-788-4074, 3125 E. Michigan Ave. Jackson. Grass Lake Literary and Chocolate Society.  Get your sweet tooth ready and join us on Monday, February 12…

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Fair Weather to Start the Week

High pressure will bring fair weather the next couple days with temperatures above freezing by Wednesday. Low pressure will track south of Lower Michigan on Thursday with rain changing to snow by Friday. Today Sunny, with a high near 23. Wind chill values as low as -5. West northwest wind around 7 mph. Tonight Mostly clear, with a low around 3. Light and variable wind. Tuesday Partly sunny, with a high near 28. Wind chill values as low as -2. Calm wind becoming southeast 5 to 8 mph in the morning. Tuesday Night Mostly cloudy, with a low around 22. South southeast wind 7 to 10 mph becoming southwest after midnight. Wednesday A 20 percent chance of showers after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 42. Southwest wind 8 to 13 mph. Wednesday Night A 30 percent chance of showers, mainly before 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 37. Thursday Showers likely after 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 44. Chance of precipitation is 60%. Thursday Night A chance of rain showers before 11pm, then a chance of rain and snow showers between 11pm and 1am, then a slight chance of snow showers after 1am. Mostly cloudy,…

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Monday, February 12, 2018

Jennifer Brooket, Associate VP of Jackson College Foundation & Brigette Robinson, Director of Alumni Relations;  Chief Elmer Hitt, Director of City of Jackson Police & Fire Services;  Kyle O’Malley, new Executive VP of Sales & Operations, The Walton Insurance Group; Patrick Grubba & Zoe Lyons, Council for the Prevention of Child Abuse & Neglect (CPCAN);  Steve Trosin, JSO Music on Tap;  JTV Sports presents Weekend High School Sports Highlights

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Winter Weather Advisory – 3 to 5 Inches of Snow Today

WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON.  Snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches are expected.  Plan on slippery road conditions. Be prepared for reduced visibilities at times. Today Snow, mainly before 2pm. High near 26. North northeast wind 7 to 13 mph becoming west northwest in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Total daytime snow accumulation of around 2 inches. Tonight Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly clear, with a low around 6. West wind 8 to 13 mph. Monday Sunny, with a high near 24. Wind chill values as low as zero. Northwest wind around 6 mph. Monday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 2. Light and variable wind. Tuesday Partly sunny, with a high near 28. Southeast wind 5 to 7 mph. Tuesday Night Mostly cloudy, with a low around 22. Wednesday Mostly sunny, with a high near 42. Wednesday Night A chance of showers, mainly after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 35. Thursday A chance of showers after 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 41. Average high temperature for today is 33.  Average low temperature is 17. The high temperature in Jackson yesterday was 22 at…

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Saturday, February 10 – Sunday, February 11, 2018

High School Basketball on the Suburban Chevrolet Cadillac Sports Weekend.  Saturday at 1 PM and 7 PM:  East Jackson vs Hanover-Horton.  Saturday at 3 PM and 9 PM:  Lumen Christi vs Northwest.  Sunday at 1 PM and 7 PM:  East Jackson vs Hanover-Horton.  Sunday at 3 PM:  Okemos vs Jackson.  Sunday at 9 PM:  Lumen Christi vs Northwest.

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