Events of March 12, 13, and 14, 2021

March 12

Women’s Week, presented by American 1 Credit Union. The Jackson County Chamber of Commerce’s Women’s Week presented by American 1 Credit Union, March 8–12, 2021, is a weeklong celebration of difference-making women in Jackson County, recognizing their achievements and contributions to our community. Today’s featured field: Non-profits.

8am
Morning Motivational Minute Video – Broadcast on Facebook

Monica Moser, President & CEO, Jackson Community Foundation

9:40AM & 11:40 AM

The Chamber Connection with Co-Host Kelly Sharrer on JTV’s The Morning Show

10am
Virtual Classroom – Non-profit CEO Panel Discussion
Moderated by Wendy Clow Executive Director, Habitat for Humanity
Join Zoom:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85135184690?pwd=cFZVdW8reDRIeHFQSStQVktCVnFkQT09

12pm
NOON ZOOM – Emotional Intelligence; Leaning into your Superpower
A Conversation with Chrissy Siders and Heather Harback True Community Credit Union
Join Zoom:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82117936850?pwd=YU80WGlXRlE5QTgyRVJwb3dVWFk3QT09

2pm
Two O’clock Tutorial – Quick Meals; Five Ingredients, Five Ways
Kelly Kofflin, Nutrition Coach, Food Blog Editor
Join Zoom:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89698415629?pwd=QjZ1THVEcHIrbVgrbDNhSElBaUtQZz09

Visit JacksonWomensWeek.com and the Women’s Expo!

Our Town Meal Distribution Program. 4 PM to 6 PM. Martin L. King, Jr. Center. The Our Town Meal Distribution Program is ready to help anyone with a need. Here are the key details community members need to know about receiving free meals: Come to the MLK Center at 1107 Adrian St. in Jackson from 4-6 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays between Feb. 1 and April 9, 2021.

Please do not line up in your vehicle before 3:30 p.m. the day of distribution.
If you come in a vehicle, please stay in your vehicle and follow signs to the distribution area.
Walk-ups are welcome, but please be prepared to wait in line and social distance.
Healthy meals from local restaurants are given to anyone who needs a meal.
Meals are available on a first come, first serve basis.
Volunteers in the distribution area will assist you.
Meals are pre-packaged and can be reheated at home.
Vegetarian options are available.
Monetary donations are accepted but not required.

Find out more at http://www.cityofjackson.org/1005/Our-Town-Meal-Distribution

Polish Falcons Fish Fry. Every Friday during Lent. The fish fry will be every Friday through Good Friday, April 2. The Polish Falcons Fish Fry is TAKEOUT ONLY, 1423 Joy Avenue, Jackson. Time: 4:00-6:30pm. Cost: $10/ Dinner includes: 3 pcs. of fish, side dishes, and a dessert. Orders can be called in ahead at 517-789-6321 for pickup.

Queens Lenten Fish Fry. Presented by Knights of Columbus. Every Friday during Lent. Take Out Only. 811 S. Wisner St., Jackson (Queens School). 4:30 to 7 p.m. Drive through meals are $10 for fried fish with French fries, vegetable, coleslaw, macaroni and cheese and dessert.

St. Mary Star of the Sea Fish Fry. Star Hall, 120 E. Wesley St., Jackson. 4 to 7 p.m. every Friday until March 26. $12 for adults and $6 for children for a three-piece cod dinner with sides. Mostly drive through with very limited indoor seating.

Our Lady of Fatima Drive Thru Fish Fry. Drive-Thru Fish Fry every Friday through March 26 at Our Lady of Fatima in Michigan Center. 4-7 pm each Friday evening. Dinners are $10 and include 4 pieces of fried fish, french fries. cole slaw, roll, butter, tartar sauce and condiments. Our Lady of Fatima, 913 Napoleon Rd, Michigan Center.

VITA Free Tax Preparation. Residents of Jackson, Lenawee, and Hillsdale counties with household income of less than $57,000 can still schedule appointments to get their tax returns prepared for FREE through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program at Community Action Agency. CAA is using an automated scheduling system in 2021 and while people may have been told appointments were filled, new appointments are frequently being added so people should check back often. “We are continually adding new appointment times based on the availability of our volunteers,” says CAA Program Operations Manager Tami Farnum, so please be patient and keep trying.” There are 3 tax preparation sites in Jackson County, so if one is full, please try the other Jackson sites. Lenawee and Hillsdale counties each have one site. To schedule an appointment call (517) 247-2099 or log on to: www.caajlh.itfrontdesk.com If your preferred site is full, please call Laurie at CAA and leave a message to be put on a waiting list: (517) 435-4372.

March 13

Frida Kahlo’s Garden Exhibit at Ella Sharp Museum. This exhibit is a partnership between Ella Sharp Museum and Jackson School of the Arts to bring Kahlo’s inspiration to life in her garden. Frida Kahlo (1907–1954) is considered one of the most significant artists of the twentieth century. Her body of work, consisting of some 250 paintings and drawings, is at once intensely personal and universal in scope, and relies heavily on the natural world. Frida Kahlo’s Garden is adapted from the exhibition, FRIDA KAHLO: ART, GARDEN, LIFE, organized by guest curator Adriana Zavala at The New York Botanical Garden. It was adapted and toured for NEH on the Road by the Mid-America Arts Alliance. ON VIEW AT ELLA SHARP MUSEUM now through March 16, 2021.

March 14

Ella Sharp Museum Toddler Tours. 11 AM. It’s never too early to start visiting museums! Bring the little ones for a tour of our “Frida Kahlo’s Garden” exhibit and accompanying activities and art project. This experience is specially designed for ages 2-5. The program is approximately 45 minutes in duration and is limited to approximately 10 families Find out more HERE.

Susan B. Anthony Awards. 3 PM. The 45th annual Susan B. Anthony Award Celebration, presented by the Jackson Women’s History Council honoring the exceptional women of Jackson, Michigan! Join us on March 14th to celebrate the accomplishments of our 2021 Susan B. Anthony recipients: Daveda Quinn and Ann Monroe. Emerging Leaders: Jacqueline Austin, Kesha Hamilton and Semaj Mahoney. To get your personal zoom link for the event, please email sowtherow@comcast.net to RSVP your attendance. Free!