Girls Softball Michigan Center vs Grass Lake 4-17-2026. Photos by Madison Vieau, JTV Sports. Girls Softball Michigan Center vs Grass Lake 4-17-2026. Photos by Madison Vieau, JTV Sports.
Boys Baseball Michigan Center vs Grass Lake, 4-17-2026. Photos by Madison Vieau, JTV Sports. Boys Baseball Michigan Center vs Grass Lake, 4-17-2026. Photos by Madison Vieau, JTV Sports.
Friday, April 17 The Early Childhood Play & Grow Fun Fair. 2 sessions: 9:00 AM–12:00 PM or 3:00 PM–6:00 PM. Families can choose to attend whichever session is most convenient for their family. At this event families can: Sign up for 3 and 4 year old preschool programs! Turn in paperwork for Head Start, PreK-for-All (GSRP), & Strong Beginnings! Learn about preschool options in Jackson County! Visit child-friendly vendors to learn about resources throughout the county. Enjoy many games and activities! We hope to see you and your family at this FUN event. Presented by the JCISD. American 1 Event Center, Keeley Park. Benjamin Moore Grand Opening Weekend and 70th Anniversary Celebration. Hammond Hardware is officially unveiling our completely renovated Paint Department — and welcoming Benjamin Moore to the family. This isn’t just a new brand on the shelf. This is a full department transformation. And it’s the official kickoff of our 70th Anniversary Summer Celebration. Hammond Hardware. 1800 S MLK Dr, Jackson. Friday 7 AM to 6 PM, Saturday 8 AM to 6 PM. What to expect: Official unveiling of our redesigned Benjamin Moore Paint Center, Vendor Representatives on site, Best paint deals of the season, Doorbusters (details coming soon), Event-only raffle giveaways,…
Ribbon Cutting and Open House. 2 PM to 4 PM. Advanced Manufacturing Training Center with JAMA and the Shop Rat Foundation. 3517 Scheele Drive, Jackson. The Jackson County Chamber of Commerce is excited to celebrate alongside another great business in our community! Join us for the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Shop Rat Foundation and JAMA from 2 - 4 PM. The ribbon will be cut at 2:30 pm. Jackson Young Professionals April Large Group Meeting. 6:00 PM. Where: T-Shirt Monsterz- 977 Airport Rd Ave, Jackson. Join us for an education evening at the T-Shirt Monsterz! JYP Members will hear about their services and what goes into screen printing clothing. We hope to see you there! Event page here. “The Accountant” (2016) Film Screening. 7 PM. Join us for a big-screen screening of The Accountant, an action thriller that follows Christian Wolff, a brilliant mathematician on the autism spectrum who works as a forensic accountant for some of the world’s most dangerous organizations. As his carefully structured life begins to unravel, the film reveals both the challenges and strengths that shape how he navigates the world. Michigan Theatre, Downtown Jackson. Totally 80s Night at the Honky Tonk at Oak + Iron…
Meijer Cinema Club - Classic Movie Screenings. Experience the communal joy of classic cinema with the Meijer Cinema Club - screening critically acclaimed, culturally significant films every Wednesday evening here in the Community Room from 5 to 7:30 PM! Today’s film: “Paper Moon” (1973). We encourage bringing blankets/cushions for comfort and some snacks to enjoy during the screening. We hope to see you there! Discover 4-H, including an Intro to Animal Care. Join us Wednesday, April 15 from 3:30 to 4:30 PM. Intended for ages 5-19. Adults interested in getting involved with 4H are also invited! Join Hayley, Jackson County 4-H Program Coordinator, Michigan State University Extension for a one-hour introduction to Jackson County 4-H and the basics to animal care. Participants will explore what 4-H offers in Jackson County, gain a beginner overview of animal care fundamentals, and learn how youth 5-19 and adults interested in volunteering can get involved in the local 4-H community. Napoleon Branch, Jackson District Library. East Jackson Schools Student Art Show. Join the Eastern Branch in celebrating the creativity and skills of the East Jackson Elementary school students. The students will have an exhibit of their art created throughout the year in the Community Room…
Representatives from Granger Construction, Colliers Engineering and Design and Jackson YMCA at award presentation. Courtesy photo. (April 14, 2026 3:34 PM ET) The Jackson YMCA’s renovation and expansion project has been named a 2026 Associated General Contractors (AGC) Build Michigan Award winner. The honor was presented at the AGC Annual Meeting in Detroit, where representatives from Granger Construction, Colliers Engineering and Design, and the YMCA joined partners in celebrating this statewide recognition. AGC Build Michigan Award honors outstanding teamwork, innovation and impact across major construction categories. Winners are selected by a panel of judges for exemplary safety, collaboration and project execution. “This recognition from the AGC is a tremendous honor,” said CEO Shawna Tello. “It reflects the dedication and leadership of the Granger Construction team and collaboration of everyone involved and represents an extraordinary investment in the health of our community.” Originally planned as a brand new 75,000-square-foot facility, the project evolved into a hybrid of new construction and renovation after market conditions shifted in 2020. Through value engineering and cost modeling, Granger, Colliers, and Gro Development helped the YMCA reimagine its aging building into a modern, community-focused healthy living center. Despite the challenges of renovating an active downtown site,…
100 Women Who Care. Join us for our first giving circle of the year — where generosity meets good food, shared stories, and real impact. Arrive by 5:30 PM at Cascades Manor. Dinner will be available (after meeting), and a cash bar will be open. Three members will give presentations on behalf of local nonprofits. You’ll cast your vote. We’ll combine our $100 donations into one major gift for our community. One room. One hour. Over $10,000 in impact for Jackson County. Whether you're a founding member or just finding your way to us — bring your checkbook or cash, bring a friend, and take your place in something powerful. RSVP now and help shape what 2026 looks like — one voice, one vote, one evening at a time. Event page here. 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. Teen Camp…
Come Paint with Us. 9 AM to 12 PM. Come join us, or just watch! The Plein Air Painters of Jackson County paint at various outdoor locations. Today, our location is the Cascades. Bring all your own supplies, snacks, water, sunscreen…anything you might need! Presented by Jackson Art Association. Event is weather dependent. Dates and more information at jacksonartists.org. East Jackson Schools Student Art Show. Join the Eastern Branch in celebrating the creativity and skills of the East Jackson Elementary school students. The students will have an exhibit of their art created throughout the year in the Community Room at the Eastern Branch, Jackson District Library. Addison Open Interviews. 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM. Join Dean Transportation for open interviews in Addison on Monday, April 13th from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Learn more about openings for school bus driver positions for routes supporting Addison Community Schools. School bus drivers start up to $21.50 per hour. Unable to attend? Apply online today at https://careers.deandifference.com/search/jobs/in/addison “Radio Flyer” (1992) Film Screening. 7 PM. Join us for a big-screen screening of Radio Flyer, a moving coming-of-age story about two brothers navigating childhood, imagination, and the realities of life at home. Told through the lens…
Friday, April 10 Auditions: Disaster! 6 PM to 9 PM. Get ready to boogie, belt, and bring the laughs—Center Stage Jackson auditions are officially COMING SOON for Disaster! our upcoming 70s comedy musical! Auditions are April 9, 10 & 11 from 6pm-9pm. Jackson First Presbyterian Church, 743 West Michigan Avenue.. PERFORMANCE DATE ARE JUNE 19. 20, 21 & 26, 27 28. Directed by Jennifer Wagler. We’re looking for singers, actors, and dancers of all experience levels to join this wildly fun and over-the-top production. If you’ve got strong comedic instincts (or just love a good laugh), this is the show for you! Event page here. Double Wide Ride at the Honky Tonk. Double Wide Ride — Live This Friday at The Honky Tonk at Oak & Iron. Michigan’s rowdiest country band is rolling into The Honky Tonk at Oak & Iron this Friday night. Expect loud guitars, steel‑soaked twang, and the kind of boot‑stompin’ country that keeps the bar busy and the dance floor full. Oak & Iron – The Honky Tonk, 151 West Michigan Avenue, Downtown Jackson. Doors open at 7pm. $10 Cover. Downriver Dan Live at Ironbark. 7 PM to 10 PM. DownRiver Dan returns with his soulful blues…
Wake Up Jackson. 7:30 AM to 9 AM. Presented by the Jackson Chamber. Start your morning building meaningful connections with fellow business leaders, gaining fresh networking insights, and celebrating the momentum happening across Jackson’s business community. This Month’s Featured Speaker: Olivia Steele, Vice President, Jackson Area Manufacturers Association (JAMA). Forty Nine South, 2527 Helena Ave., Jackson. Cost: $15 (Members) | $25 (Non-Members). Annual Pass: $125 for access to all 10 events. Register today and be part of the conversations shaping Jackson’s future. Event page here. Y2K Pop After Dark. Your favorite 90s & 2000s pop bangers on the BIG SCREEN, loud enough to unlock forgotten lyrics you swear you don’t remember knowing. Britney. Backstreet. Usher. Destiny’s Child. TRL energy. Flip phone nostalgia. Bad decisions encouraged. Every 2nd Thursday of the month. Starts at 8pm (and goes until we feel like stopping). No cover. The Honky Tonk at Oak + Iron, 151 West Michigan Avenue, Downtown Jackson. True Crime of Victorian Michigan. 6 PM to 7:15 PM. Travel back over a century to uncover the dark crimes that once shocked Michigan! Join us in the Carnegie Library auditorium for a presentation by Battle Creek author Michael Delaware on his book, Victorian Southwest Michigan True…