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…
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…
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,…
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
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…
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.
Snow Continuing through the Weekend
More snow is expected over the weekend. One fast moving system will pass through this morning and deposit a quick inch or two. A stronger system late tonight into Sunday morning will give much of the area 2 to 4 inches of new snow. The weather pattern next week looks less active with moderating temperatures. High temperatures will be near 40 degrees next Wednesday and Thursday. Today Snow likely, mainly before 4pm. Cloudy, with a high near 24. North northeast wind 5 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. Total daytime snow accumulation of less than one inch possible. Tonight A slight chance of snow before 7pm, then snow likely after 1am. Cloudy, with a low around 16. Northeast wind 3 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New snow accumulation of around an inch possible. Sunday Snow, mainly before 4pm. High near 26. North northeast wind 6 to 8 mph becoming west northwest in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New snow accumulation of around 2 inches. Sunday Night A 30 percent chance of snow before 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 10. Wind chill values as low as zero. West wind around 8 mph…
Storm Winding Down, More Snow for the Weekend
WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH 7 PM EST FRIDAY NIGHT. Snow will gradually end from northwest to southeast across southern lower Michigan late this afternoon and early evening. Cold weather with occasional light snow will continue through the weekend. Fair weather will finally return Monday through the middle portion of next week along with a gradual moderating trend of temperatures. Tonight Snow showers, mainly before 7pm. Low around 14. North wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 3 inches possible. Saturday Snow showers likely, mainly before 1pm. Cloudy, with a high near 25. North northeast wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New snow accumulation of less than one inch possible. Saturday Night Snow showers likely, mainly after 1am. Cloudy, with a low around 18. North northeast wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New snow accumulation of less than one inch possible. Sunday Snow, mainly before 1pm. High near 27. North wind around 7 mph becoming west northwest in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New snow accumulation of around 2 inches. Sunday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 9. Monday Sunny,…