Bart Hawley

Ride of Silence.  6:45 PM. The Cascades Cycling Club will host the Ride of Silence on Wednesday, May 20 at 6:45 pm starting from Horace Blackman Park in downtown Jackson. The ride will be an 8 mile “slow roll” through town to pay our respects to riders who have been injured or killed while cycling, and to remind motorists and city officials of our right to ride on public streets. This will be a police-escorted ride. Please join us for this is a free event. T-shirts commemorating the ride will be provided while supplies last. Plan to arrive at Horace Blackman Park in downtown Jackson by 6:45 pm as the ride will begin promptly at 7:00 p.m. Helmets are required. Jackson Audubon Society Birdathon.  The Jackson Audubon Society will be participating in the2026 Michigan Audubon Birdathon. This is a 24-hour marathon birding event held at Haehnle Sanctuary. The goal is to have the JAS team count as many species on the property in one day as possible. This fundraising event of Michigan Audubon will pass along a portion of the proceeds to Jackson Audubon Society. Online donations can be made for the JAS team. We are competing against other teams across…

Celebrate World Bee Day:  Beginning Beekeeping.  4 PM to 5 PM.  Join our local beekeeping expert from Napoleon Bee Supply, LLC to celebrate World Bee Day. Discover the joy of keeping your own hive in this beginner-friendly program.  No experience needed — just curiosity and a passion for nature. Leave inspired, informed, and ready to begin your beekeeping adventure. Registration required here.  Napoleon Branch, Jackson District Library. Tech Help Tuesdays. 1 PM to 3 PM.  Need help with your phone, tablet, laptop, or other tech device? Join us every Tuesday from 1–3 PM at the Jackson District Library’s Brooklyn Branch conference room for Tech Help Tuesdays! Bring your device and your questions—our staff is here to assist with troubleshooting, setup, and basic tech support. No appointment needed!  Brooklyn Branch, Jackson District Library. Creative Connections End of Year Performance. 1 PM.   Harmony Garden Music Therapy Services Creative Connections Day Program is having their annual end-of-year concert! We would love to invite any of our participants' friends, families, or anyone who is interested in watching a fun 30-45 minute concert put on by our two Day Programs. This concert is from 1:00 - 1:45pm at Jackson First United Methodist Church in their…

“Jaws” (1975) Film Screening.  7 PM.  Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water… experience the suspense, terror, and cinematic legend of Jaws on the big screen, where every note of the score and every shadow beneath the waves feels more intense than ever.  Michigan Theatre, Downtown Jackson. What I learned About Japan from Manga.  5:30 PM to 6:30 PM.  Manga is a Japanese style of graphic novel known for its fun and unique visual style. Like other forms of media, it can also serve as a wonderful introduction to other cultures. In this program, we will explore the different cultural touchstones found in Manga and their significance to Japan. Topics will include Hanami, honne/tatemae, and more!  Grass Lake Branch, Jackson District Library.

Friday, May 15 Grand River Farmers Market Downtown Market.  9 AM to 2 PM.  Grow Jackson invites you the Grand River Farmers Market at the downtown pavilion.  Come on down and reconnect… We’ve got dozens of your favorite vendors ready to go with seasonal fruits & veggies, flowers, beef, chicken, eggs, pork, cheeses, honey, syrup, pasta, dairy, artisan breads, mushrooms, granola, microgreens, tea, jams, pestos, sweets, coffee, soups, ready-to-eat hot foods, sandwiches, snacks, natural home, plants, health and beauty products, even pet treats - plus a few true artisans for a little retail therapy! The Jackson District Library returns - they’ll be with us each Friday, so bring your library card, and if you don’t have one - they can get you one! American 1 Spring Sale.  Join us for the American 1 Spring Sale at the American 1 Event Center at Keeley Park!  Shop local car dealers, 300 vehicles on-site, AND power equipment dealers! Get pre-approved today!  american1cu.org/pre-approval.  Sale Hours:    Friday, May 15, 11 AM - 8 PM.  Saturday, May 16, 10 AM - 3 PM.  Learn more:  american1cu.org/car-sale JATA Celebrates National Transit Week 2026. 10 AM to 4 PM.  Visit the Jackson Area Transportation Authority’s Transit Center all…

Charcuterie Board Walk. 4 PM to 8 PM.  Sip, snack, and stroll through Downtown Jackson at this one-night-only Charcuterie Board Walk on Thursday, May 14 from 4–8 PM. Tickets are limited! Grab them here: https://tinyurl.com/3mtt8nne.  Start your evening at Bella Notte Ristorante for check-in, where you’ll enjoy charcuterie-inspired small plates, a cash bar, and live music. Then explore downtown with a curated map guiding you to participating businesses. Enjoy charcuterie bites, 1–2 oz wine tastings from Sandhill Crane Winery, Cherry Creek Winery, and Sleeping Bear Winery, plus non-alcoholic options from Zero Bar & Lounge. Along the way, discover pop-up vendors, shopping, and interactive experiences designed to elevate your night. Visit every stop to be entered to win a Downtown Jackson Night for Two, and grab 4+ tickets to receive a charcuterie gift set.  Limited tickets available—don’t miss one of downtown’s most memorable nights of the year. American 1 Spring Sale.  Join us for the American 1 Spring Sale at the American 1 Event Center at Keeley Park!  Shop local car dealers, 300 vehicles on-site, AND power equipment dealers! Get pre-approved today!  american1cu.org/pre-approval.  Sale Hours: Thursday, May 14, 11 AM - 8 PM.  Friday, May 15, 11 AM - 8 PM.  Saturday, May…

Community Impact Day.  The Jackson County Chamber of Commerce is proud to join chambers and communities across Michigan for Community Impact Day on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, a statewide day of service dedicated to turning ripples into tidal waves of impact right here in Jackson County. In partnership with the Jackson Community Foundation, this powerful initiative focuses on the 5 T’s: Time, Talent, Treasure, Testimonies, and Ties, mobilizing volunteers and nonprofits to serve, connect, and strengthen our community. Make a difference as an individual, business, or team. Projects will vary throughout the day, and all volunteers will receive an official Community Impact Day t-shirt. Event page here. Register here:  https://www.jacksonchamber.org/community-impact.../volunteer Jackson Give$. On May 13th, the Community Foundation is leading a powerful day of giving for Jackson County! Join us for Jackson Give$, a 24-hour online giving event, where thousands of people will come together to support the local nonprofits that make our community thrive. Make your gift count! Thanks to a bonus pool and exciting prizes funded by generous donors and community partners, your donations will have an even bigger impact. Let’s make this a day to remember by giving BIG for Jackson County! To give visit jacksongives.org on May 13th!…