Bart Hawley

Friday, September 18 Grand River Farmers Market at the Downtown Pavilion. 9 AM to 2 PM.  On Fridays, you can visit the Grand River Farmer's Market at the downtown pavilion, located in the parking lot of Grand River Brewery. The Friday market is open from 9 am until 2 pm.  With familiar faces, seasonal produce, and local makers, the market is a vibrant place to shop, connect, and support our local farmers. As we look ahead, Grow Jackson is focused on expanding access to local food, creating year-round opportunities, and making every market visit a fun and meaningful experience for all. Grass Lake Relay for Life.  Join us before and during the football game at Grass Lake High School as the community gathers to honor cancer survivors and raise money to fight cancer.  A spaghetti dinner and siren auction begins the event from 4 to 7 pm.  Tickets are $10 per person or $30 for a family of 4.  The Relay follows at the track and football field. Cece Live. 7 PM.  CECE Live brings a country music show to the Michigan Theatre stage on Friday, September 18. Born and raised in Southern Illinois, CeCe brings a bold, genre-blending sound that pulls…

Horror Themed Trivia Night.  6 PM.  Raise funds for Greater Jackson Habitat for Humanity with a night of horror trivia and fun! On September 17, join Lady Raven for a night of: Horror Trivia Dinner Fun! Think you know your spooky stuff? Grab some friends and see if your team can survive the night! Not a big horror fan? You could still win big with our silent auction! Come for a great dinner and night of laughs with your fang-tastic host, Lady Raven! 20% of the night's proceeds will be donated to the Greater Jackson Habitat for Humanity.  Duel and Dice, 4821 Lansing Avenue, Jackson. Info and tickets here. Ella Sharp Museum Patio Party. 8 PM. 5 PM to Come along and bring your friends for a final summer evening at the Ella Patio Party, Thursday, Sept. 17.  Tiki Sam's Pizza, along with some great music with Nicholas Graham Hall.  A nite on the Granary patio you won’t want to miss! Grab your tickets now and end the summer right! https://ellasharpmuseum.org/classes.../ellas-patio-party/ Movies for Grownups:  Scarface.  7 PM.  $5 Admission.  Scarface (1983) comes to the big screen Thursday, September 17 at 7:01 PM as part of Movies for Grownups at the Michigan…

The Jackson Area Career Center 50th Anniversary Celebration and Back to School Open House.  4 PM to 7 PM. The 50th Anniversary Celebration and Back to School Open House will take place from 4–7 p.m. at 6800 Browns Lake Road in Jackson. The event is free and open to the community. Under the theme “Careers Happen Here: Then, Now, Always,” the celebration will feature historical photographs, memorabilia and displays highlighting milestones from each decade. Guests can reconnect with former classmates and colleagues, visit program spaces, and see how career and technical education has evolved. Grass Lake Music in the Park and Music Market - Grand Finale!   Music Market from 4 PM to 7 PM, Music in the Park from 6:30 PM to 8 PM.  Music by Ghostrider DJ and The Rock Show (Ultimate Journey Tribute Band).  Farm products, vendors, artisans, food truck and more!  Tonight, the Grass Lake Regional Chamber of Commerce is hosting the Chamber Collective Mixer.  9 Chambers and members will gather for lively networking, good food and drinks.  Food and adult beverages provided by Prate’s Place.  This is the final Music in the Park and Music Market and you’re invited to enjoy a great night of…

Trackside Tuesday Food Truck Rally.  11 AM to 2 PM. Join us for Trackside Tuesday Food Truck Rallies this summer! On the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Tuesdays of each month through October, enjoy a rotating lineup of local food trucks serving lunch from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the River & Rail Food Hub within the walls of the historic state prison. Grab a bite, connect with friends and coworkers, and discover new local eats. Follow the Grand River Farmers Market Facebook page each week to see which food trucks will be joining us. We look forward to seeing you at Trackside Tuesdays! Storyfest Presents Classic Michigan Food and Drinks.  5 PM to 6 PM. Join us at the Vandercook Lake Lions Club for a presentation by Jon Milan and Gail Offen, authors of "Classic Michigan Food and Drinks: The Stories Behind the Brands." Learn interesting facts and explore the history behind Michigan-made food and drinks. Light refreshments will be served. The first 15 attendees will receive a free copy of the book, so be sure to arrive early! Registration required at https://myjdl.libcal.com/event/17193411

Oppenheimer -  Movies for Grownups. 7 PM.  Oppenheimer comes to the big screen Monday, September 14 at 7:00 PM as part of Movies for Grownups at the Michigan Theatre of Jackson.  Christopher Nolan’s historical drama follows physicist J. Robert Oppenheimer and his role in the development of the atomic bomb during World War II, along with the political and personal consequences that followed. Michigan Theatre members receive a FREE medium concessions combo during Monday Movies for Grownups screenings.  Michigan Theatre, Downtown Jackson. Blues at the Bohm Featuring Rocky Athas.  7 PM.  Experience a powerhouse night of Texas blues as legendary guitarist Rocky Athas takes the stage for Blues at the Bohm on September 14, 2026. Known for his world-class tone and storied career—including a celebrated tenure with John Mayall’s Bluesbreakers—Athas brings a masterful blend of scorching solos and deep-groove storytelling to the historic Bohm Theatre. Don't miss this chance to see a true "Texas Strat Master" in an intimate setting.  Admission:  $25.  Bohm Theatre, 201 S. Superior Street, Downtown Albion. Jackson District Library Staff Art Show. See beyond our desks to appreciate the art of our Jackson District Libraries staff members. We have collected pieces from all of our staff around…