Monthly Archives: March 2026

Kiwanis Spring Break Movie:  “A Goofy Movie”.  11 AM and 2 PM.  $1 Kids Spring Break Film Series.   Doors Open 30 Minutes Before Each Showing.  $1 Admission. Join us for a big-screen screening of A Goofy Movie, a family favorite filled with heart, humor, and unforgettable music. When Goofy plans a cross-country road trip to reconnect with his teenage son Max, their adventure turns into a heartfelt journey about growing up, finding your voice, and strengthening family bonds. With colorful animation and iconic songs, A Goofy Movie remains a beloved classic for kids and the adults who grew up with it. Sponsored by Kiwanis of Jackson, this special Spring Break event keeps family fun affordable and accessible for our community.  Michigan Theatre, Downtown Jackson. Spring Break at JDL:  Ready Patron One! Jump into a warp pipe and visit the worlds of Mario, Pac-Man, Animal Crossing, and more during Spring Break week at the library - March 27 - April 5! To begin your adventure, register for the Spring Break challenge in Beanstack. This is where you will track your progress, explore what's new this year, and earn grand prize entries.  Choose your play style:  You can complete your adventure with any…

JDL Spring Break Book Sale.  Now through April 3 during open hours.  Carnegie Library, 244 West Michigan Avenue.  Adult & Children’s Titles.  Meijer Branch, 2699 Airport Road.  Children’s Titles.  $1 books and movies, cash only. Kiwanis Spring Break Movie:  “A Goofy Movie”.  11 AM and 2 PM.  $1 Kids Spring Break Film Series.   Doors Open 30 Minutes Before Each Showing.  $1 Admission. Join us for a big-screen screening of A Goofy Movie, a family favorite filled with heart, humor, and unforgettable music. When Goofy plans a cross-country road trip to reconnect with his teenage son Max, their adventure turns into a heartfelt journey about growing up, finding your voice, and strengthening family bonds. With colorful animation and iconic songs, A Goofy Movie remains a beloved classic for kids and the adults who grew up with it. Sponsored by Kiwanis of Jackson, this special Spring Break event keeps family fun affordable and accessible for our community.  Michigan Theatre, Downtown Jackson. Game and Media History. 2 PM to 3:30 PM.  Join us at the Meijer Branch to experience the history of video games and other media with our guest speaker, Jonah Magar! Video games have vastly grown from their "byte"-sized origins,…

Spring Break at JDL:  Ready Patron One! Jump into a warp pipe and visit the worlds of Mario, Pac-Man, Animal Crossing, and more during Spring Break week at the library - March 27 - April 5! To begin your adventure, register for the Spring Break challenge in Beanstack. This is where you will track your progress, explore what's new this year, and earn grand prize entries.  Choose your play style:  You can complete your adventure with any combination of in-person and online activities - just make sure to record your progress for all activities in Beanstack. In-Person - Visit as many of our 13 library branches as you like to complete activities and collect buttons from each location. Activities are available until 30 minutes before each library closes during the week of Spring Break. Online - Sometimes all you need to travel is your imagination! Explore online activities that count toward your completion goal anywhere, anytime during Spring Break. Links to all of the online activities can be found in Beanstack. “Alien” (1979) Film Screening. 7 PM.  Join us for a big-screen screening of Alien, Ridley Scott’s groundbreaking sci-fi horror classic. When the crew of the commercial space tug Nostromo responds to a distress signal on…

Friday, March 27 St. Mary Lenten Fish Fry. 4 PM to 7 PM.  $17 per meal.  2 pieces of fried or baked cod, french fries, mac & cheese, cole slaw, and dessert.  In Star Hall, lower level of church, at corner of Wesley and Mechanic Streets, every Friday during Lent.   All proceeds go to St. Mary Child Development Center.  Dine in, drive thru, or carry out.  Final night! Queens Friday Fish Dinner. 4:30 PM to 7 PM.  Join us Fridays during Lent (final night!) for the Knights of Columbus Fish Fry.  Fish, baked or fried, fish tacos, vegetable, french fries, mac & cheese, cole slaw, pizza, drinks and dessert.  Adults $16, $15 for seniors and students, $13 for active military, $7 for ages 7 and under.  Family rate available.  Drive thru meals $14.  Queens School Cafeteria. Our Lady of Fatima Lenten Fish Fry.  Join us at Our Lady of Fatima for our Annual Lenten Fish Fry! Enjoy an all‑you‑can‑eat dinner featuring fried and baked fish, classic sides, and homemade desserts. Bring family, friends, and neighbors for great food and warm community fellowship.  Final night!  4–7 PM, in Fr. Dunne Hall. Mike Slim Crupi at Mancino’s. 6 PM to 9…