Boys Basketball D1 District Final Northwest vs Jackson, at Mason. 2-27-2026. Photos by Bart Hawley, JTV Sports. Boys Basketball D1 District Final Northwest vs Jackson, at Mason. 2-27-2026. Photos by Bart Hawley, JTV Sports.
Friday, February 27 50th Annual Home & Garden Show. American 1 Event Center in Jackson. Presented by Consumers Energy. The Home & Garden Show is celebrating 50 years, and this milestone year is shaping up to be our biggest and most exciting event yet. Meet trusted local builders, remodelers, landscapers, and home improvement pros while enjoying unique experiences all weekend long. 90 plus exhibitors featuring home, garden, and lifestyle inspiration Girls Night Out on Friday night with live music, free drinks, appetizers, women themed booths, and a show floor scavenger hunt Local Food & Beer Garden on Saturday featuring local favorites KidsZone on Sunday with a Learn to Build clinic from The Home Depot and the first 100 kids receiving a $50 Savings Account FREE courtesy of Community Choice Credit Union. Friday, February 27: 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Saturday, February 28: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Sunday, March 1: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The Play That Goes Wrong. 7 PM. Center Stage Jackson presents the comedy, “The Play That Goes Wrong”, directed by Diego Febres-Cordero. Disasters, accidents, forgotten lines — and that’s just the first five minutes! The Play That Goes Wrong is a comedy where nothing goes right, and…
Jackson Area Career Center Open House. 4 PM to 7 PM. Stop by our annual Open House on Thursday, February 26 to learn more about our classes for high schoolers AND adults! Students - Come explore our 22 CTE programs, meet our instructors, and and discover how the Career Center can launch you into a great career – whether you want to start working right away or go to college. Counselors from local high schools will be here to help you enroll for 2026-27! Adults - Learn how our growing adult enrichment programs can help you build workplace-ready skills or spark a new hobby! Don't see something? Tell us what you want instead! “The Harder They Fall” (1956) Film Screening. 7 PM. Join us for a big-screen screening of The Harder They Fall, the powerful drama starring Humphrey Bogart in his final film role. When a down-and-out sportswriter is recruited to promote an overmatched heavyweight boxer, he becomes entangled in a world of corruption, hard choices, and the gritty realities of the fight game. The Harder They Fall delivers compelling performances and a stark look at morality and the price of success. Michigan Theatre, Downtown Jackson. Stuff the Bus. Michigan Center…
(February 25, 2026 3:25 PM ET) The City of Jackson announced it will implement updated downtown parking regulations beginning March 1, saying the regulations will preserve free parking access, simplify permit rates and strengthen the long-term sustainability of the parking system. City leaders received feedback from residents and business owners and made several adjustments to maintain accessibility while ensuring the parking system remains financially self-supporting. Two-hour free on-street parking will remain in place throughout the downtown district, continuing a practice that City Engineer Troy White says has been part of Jackson for more than 20 years. “The goal here is to preserve that accessibility while making sure the spaces people rely on remain available", said Whie. In addition, two lots will offer free all-day parking: Lot 3 adjacent to the YMCA and Lot 9A at the corner of East Cortland Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. Several rates were reduced and simplified by the City Council in December. Daily parking in permit lots and city garages will be $7 per day. Standard permit lots will now have a uniform rate of $55 per month or $600 per year, replacing the previous tiered system. Garage permits will be $30 per…
JFD Car Seat Inspection. 1 PM to 3 PM. Jackson area families wanting to make sure their children travel safely can take advantage of the Car Seat Inspection Program from the Jackson Fire Department. The inspections are free and no prior sign up is needed. The inspections will take place at the Jackson Central Fire Station, 518 N. Jackson St. When visiting the Jackson Central Fire Station, pull into the south driveway of the fire station off of N. Jackson Street. Drive around the building past a yellow tower. There will be three large bay doors and a parking lot in front of them to park in. Firefighters will greet you once you’ve parked. Firefighters request parents or guardians bring their children and car seats to the inspection. Crews will look to make sure the car seat is in proper working order, fastened to the vehicle correctly, and is a safe fit for the child. A limited number of car seat replacements are available for free if firefighters find a seat is unsafe. “Harlem Nights” (1989) Free Movie Night. 7 PM. Experience the comedy classic Harlem Nights on the big screen at the newly renovated Michigan Theatre of Jackson. Directed by and…
Drive Jackson Community Coffee Hours. 12 PM to 1:30 PM. These open-house style coffee hours are an opportunity to get a brief overview of the finalized Drive Jackson plan, learn about next steps and early implementation priorities, ask questions and share ideas in a relaxed setting and connect with others who care about Jackson County’s future. All coffee hours will follow a similar format. Vito’s Espresso, 7975 Spring Arbor Rd., Spring Arbor. Stuff the Bus. Michigan Center Transportation, along with staff & students is collecting donations to help the Jackson Co. Animal Shelter. If you go to their website they have Wish List. You may drop off your donations at 400 S. State St., Transportation Department, across from the High School between 7am & 5pm the week of February 23rd thru the 27th.You may also send them in with your children as we have donation boxes in all three school buildings. Our four legged friend's thank you for your donations. 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…
Drive Jackson Community Coffee Hours. 7:30 AM to 9 AM. These open-house style coffee hours are an opportunity to get a brief overview of the finalized Drive Jackson plan, learn about next steps and early implementation priorities, ask questions and share ideas in a relaxed setting and connect with others who care about Jackson County’s future. All coffee hours will follow a similar format. Lean Rocket Lab, 133 W. Michigan Ave., Jackson. Stuff the Bus. Michigan Center Transportation, along with staff & students, is collecting donations to help the Jackson Co. Animal Shelter. If you go to their website, they have a Wish List. You may drop off your donations at 400 S. State St., Transportation Department, across from the High School, between 7 am & 5 pm the week of February 23rd through the 27th. You may also send them in with your children, as we have donation boxes in all three school buildings. Our four legged friend's thank you for your donations. “The Last Man on Earth” (1964). 7 PM. Join us for a big-screen screening of The Last Man on Earth (1964), the atmospheric science-fiction classic starring Vincent Price in one of his most haunting roles. Based…
Friday, February 20 Grand River Farmers Market. SECOND SEASON is underway! 1st & 3rd Fridays 10:00 - 2:00. At Found Church, 141 E. Michigan Ave., Downtown Jackson. Shop local farmers, ranchers, growers, producers & artisans right here in beautiful downtown Jackson, Michigan. 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. Queens Friday Fish Dinner. 4:30 PM to 7 PM. Join us Fridays during Lent 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…
(February 19, 2026 10:18 AM ET) The Jackson College Board of Trustees appointed a new member and elected a new chairwoman, vice-chairman at its regular meeting this past Monday. Donna Lake will now serve as chairwoman. Lake is a retired Jackson Public Schools elementary teacher and a Jackson College alumna. “This past Monday, I was honored to be selected as chair of the Jackson College Board of Trustees. After nearly 13 years of serving on the board, stepping into this leadership role is both humbling and deeply rewarding. “Jackson College has an exceptional and dedicated Board, and I look forward to working closely with my fellow trustees as we continue to move the College forward,” Lake said. “I am also excited to support the outstanding leadership of our President, Dr. Daniel Phelan, as we continue strengthening opportunities for our students and our community. As Jackson College celebrates its 98th year, I am proud to be part of this remarkable institution and look forward to all that the next century will bring to our future students and our community.” Lake takes the leadership of the board following the resignation of Trustee and prior Chairwoman Sheila Patterson, who stepped down for personal reasons…
Stop the Bleed Class. 5 PM to 6 PM. Free event presented by Henry Ford Health. Injuries that result in life-threatening bleeding can happen anywhere, at any time. The individual next to a bleeding victim, may be the one who is most likely to save that person from bleeding to death before professional first responders arrive. A STOP THE BLEED® course will help you become an immediate responder by learning how to control bleeding injuries from serious accidents or disasters. The STOP THE BLEED® course is for anyone who is interested in learning this lifesaving skill for bleeding control. The course begins with a presentation covering the basics of bleeding control, followed by hands-on practice applying direct pressure, packing a wound, and using a tourniquet to stop bleeding. Location: Jackson YMCA (Henry Ford Community Education Center) Downtown, 127 W. Wesley Street. Monster Box Improv’s Uncorked Comedy. 7 PM to 10 PM. Fast, Fun, Witty, Unique, and Hilarious. The Improv Team navigates scenes, games , characters, and crazy rules from audience suggestions. Join us for a fast-paced evening of fun and laughter. This is not stand-up comedy. Our team of professional actors are put through a series of hilarious challenges with the task…