Monthly Archives: September 2025

Spirit of America Blood Drive. 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM.   Versiti Blood Center of Michigan invites communities to remember the heroes of Sept. 11, 2001, and the 2,977 Americans who lost their lives, as well as the patriotic blood donors who stepped up in the days and weeks that followed—the true spirit of America. This year’s Spirit of America blood drive is a reminder that every donation can be the difference between life and death for a neighbor, a friend or a fellow citizen in need. As we reflect on this historic day, Versiti solemnly asks the public to join in remembrance and answer the call to make a difference. Donors will receive a commemorative T-shirt, while supplies last, as thanks for helping save local lives.  American 1 Credit Union Event Center, Keeley Park, Downtown Jackson.  Donors can sign up at Versiti.org or by calling Versiti Blood Center of Michigan at 866-642-5663. Walk-in donors are welcome. Fall  into Film: The Big Sleep (1946).  Doors at 6:30PM,  Film at 7:00PM.  Admission: $5 at the door. Free for members.  Raymond Chandler’s hardboiled detective novel comes to life in Howard Hawks’ The Big Sleep, starring Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall. Private eye Philip…