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Astronomical Observatory Night.   8:30 PM to 10:30 PM.  Students, employees and the community are invited to come and do some stargazing through our telescope! Free; weather permitting.  Jackson College Observatory, Jackson College Central Campus. Jackson Public Schools 2024 Kindergarten & Young Fives Round-Up.  5:30 PM to 7 PM.  Sharp Park Academy Elementary School.  Please arrive early as program begins promptly!  Prizes and food!  Community partners will be available to serve you.  Free T-Shirt upon enrollment!  For more information, call 517-841-2147. Gaining Steam.  3 PM to 4 PM.  Let’s gain some STEAM at the Summit Branch! Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math by learning, discovering, and creating together. April 24, 3 PM – Self-Watering Planter.  Intended for ages 8 to 12.  Registration is required. Call the Summit Branch 517-783-4030 to register.  Summit Branch, Jackson District Library. Jackson County Art Show. Students from Jackson County Schools, Public, Christian and Charter, will be exhibiting student artwork from kindergarten through twelfth grade, at Jackson Crossing Mall through April 28, 2024. DJ Trivia at Suburban Lanes.  7:30 PM to 9 PM. Featured in great restaurants and bars across the nation, DJ Trivia is a Fun, Live, Interactive Trivia Game that includes you, your…

Biotechnology in Healthcare Seminar.  6 PM.  Advances in biotechnology continue to revolutionize healthcare. Jackson College invites the community to a special seminar, Biotechnology in Healthcare. Join us at 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 23 in the Bert Walker Hall Community Rooms, 144-145.  Learn from a panel of experts who will shed light on the latest breakthroughs in biotechnology, a field that uses living organisms and biological systems to develop products and technologies to improve human health, agriculture, industry and the environment. We have invited speakers who will summarize some of the recent advancements in biotechnology (e.g., epigenetics, bioinformatics, CRISPR-Cas9 technology, microbiome research), specifically as they relate to healthcare.  Audience members will have the opportunity to ask questions. This event is free, and light refreshments will be available.  Walker Hall, Jackson College Central Campus. Jackson Public Schools 2024 Kindergarten & Young Fives Round-Up.  5:30 PM to 7 PM.  Northeast Elementary School.  Please arrive early as program begins promptly!  Prizes and food!  Community partners will be available to serve you.  Free T-Shirt upon enrollment!  For more information, call 517-841-2147. Jackson County Art Show. Students from Jackson County Schools, Public, Christian and Charter, will be exhibiting student artwork from kindergarten through twelfth grade, at…

Vista Grande VIlla Grande Reveal. 4 PM to 6 PM.  Vista Grande VIlla invites you to celebrate our re-opening.  There is so much to see at the new Vista Grande Villa!  Come enjoy music, drinks and dessert as we reveal our new up-scale dining area and showcase our new community of care.  To RSVP and learn more, click here. 2251 Springport Road, Jackson. Jackson Public Schools 2024 Kindergarten & Young Fives Round-Up.  5:30 PM to 7 PM.  John R. Lewis Elementary School.  Please arrive early as program begins promptly!  Prizes and food!  Community partners will be available to serve you.  Free T-Shirt upon enrollment!  For more information, call 517-841-2147. Jackson County Art Show. Students from Jackson County Schools, Public, Christian and Charter, will be exhibiting student artwork from kindergarten through twelfth grade, at Jackson Crossing Mall through April 28, 2024. Michigan Department of Corrections On Site Visit. 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.  Dining Commons, Potter Center.  Jackson College Central Campus.  Meet with Michigan Department of Corrections to discuss career or internship opportunities! Surgical Technology Information Session:  In-Person. 5 p.m.  Justin Whiting Hall, Room 118.  Central Campus, Jackson College. Attend one of our in-person info sessions to learn about the Surgical…

Friday, April 19 State Representative Kathy Schmaltz Office Hours.  State Rep. Kathy Schmaltz today invited residents to sit down and chat during her April office hours in Jackson and Washtenaw counties. Local office hours are an opportunity for community members to meet face-to-face with Schmaltz to share their thoughts, questions, or concerns. No appointments are necessary to attend.  Rep. Schmaltz will be available Friday, April 19, at the following times and locations:  1:30 to 2:30 p.m. in the McIntyre Room at Carnegie Library, 244 W. Michigan Ave. in Jackson.  3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Chelsea City Council chambers, located inside the Chelsea Police Department at 311 South Main St. in Chelsea.   Anyone unable to attend who would like to share thoughts or concerns with Schmaltz may contact her office at (517) 373-1798 or email KathySchmaltz@house.mi.gov. Grand River Farmers Market Indoor Season.  The Grand River Farmers Market crew has moved inside for their first winter market!  Found Church, 141 E Michigan Ave, Jackson. Open Fridays 10 AM to 3 PM. Jackson County Art Show. Students from Jackson County Schools, Public, Christian and Charter, will be exhibiting student artwork from kindergarten through twelfth grade, at Jackson Crossing Mall through April 28,…

Show Me the Money Event.  2 PM to 4 PM.  Community Action Agency presents Show Me the Money Day, a financial and community resource fair.  All ages welcome.  Free and low cost financial products.  Community resources and information.  Credit workshop and heating credit info.  Games and activities.  Participating organizations include Community Action Agency, Flagstar Bank, Jackson Collaborative Network, Jackson County Health Department, MDHHS, Nation Outside, and more!  MLK Community Center, 1107 Adrian Street, Jackson.  Free!  More information:  Call 517-740-1027. Jackson Public Schools 2024 Kindergarten & Young Fives Round-Up.  9:30 AM to 11 AM.  Hunt Elementary School.  Please arrive early as the program begins promptly!  Prizes and food!  Community partners will be available to serve you.  Free T-shirt upon enrollment!  For more information, call 517-841-2147. Ogma Artist Series:  Signs of Life.  7 PM to 8:30 PM.  Join us on April 18 for the opening reception of our Ogma Artist Series exhibition, showcasing the exceptional artwork of Zach Snyder, titled "Signs of Life.”  The event will feature an artist talk at approximately 7:30 pm, offering insights into Zach's artistic process and burgeoning career. Information on pricing for the original artwork will be available.  Attendees can purchase Ogma's regular offerings of food and…

Jackson’s 3rd Annual Summit to Reduce Violence “Taking Action in 2024”.  8 AM to 1:30 PM.  American 1 Events Center, Keeley Park.  Free and all are welcome.  Continental breakfast and lunch included.  The Summit to Reduce Violence continues its mission to assist the Jackson Community in reducing and eliminating violence.  This year, the community is uniting under the theme, “taking Action” to put an end to violence.  BY coming together, we aim to strengthen the Jackson community through collaborative efforts to devise concrete plans of action aimed at eradicating violence.  Keynote speaker is David Kennedy, Director, National Network for Safe Communities and Professor at John Jay College of Criminal Justice.  Register here. College Connection Fair.  Free!  5:30 PM to 7 PM.  For all students, parents/guardians.  Over 50 colleges, universities, trade schools, & military branches from Michigan and surrounding states.  All students attending the fair must pre-register before entering the gymnasium.  Parent registration is optional.  Register here.  From 5 PM to 5:30, an informational session “College Planning for Juniors:  What Can I Do Now?” will be offered in the NWHS Cafetorium.  All are welcome, but juniors will find this session particularly helpful, to learn about the next steps you should take…

Annual Victims’ Rights Candlelight Vigil.  7 PM to 9 PM.  The Office of the Prosecuting Attorney & Victims’ Rights Unit invites you, as well as family members, friends, can co-workers to the Annual Victims’ Rights Candlelight Vigil.  Queen of the Miraculous Medal Church, 1111 Carlton Blvd., Jackson.  You are invited to attend and light a candle in remembrance of your loved one.  Light refreshments will be provided following the ceremony.  All are welcome to attend.  Please RSVP to 517-788-4071.  Jackson County Art Show.   Students from Jackson County Schools, Public, Christian and Charter, will be exhibiting student artwork from kindergarten through twelfth grade, at Jackson Crossing Mall from April 15-28, 2024. Technology Help for Seniors.  11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.  William Atkinson Hall, Room 218 Join us on Jackson College Central Campus (2111 Emmons Road, Jackson, MI 49203) in room 218 in the William Atkinson Hall weekly on Tuesdays until April 30 from 11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Staff from Jackson College’s Solution Center will be available to help with your technology issues. Registration is required each week. For more information contact Katie Crowley at 517.796.8481 (press 1) or CrowleyKathleeE@jccmi.edu. Jackson Public Schools 2024 Kindergarten & Young Fives Round-Up.  5:30 PM to…

Jackson College HealthWise Event.  Jackson College will host a community HealthWise screening event in April dedicated to lung and respiratory health. Community members are invited to this free opportunity, April 15 from 11 a.m. -3 p.m. in Justin Whiting Hall, Room 118, on Central Campus.  Respiratory therapy students will perform testing and education under the supervision of Jackson College faculty. The day will include: Pulmonary Function Testing to measure overall lung function. Six-minute walk test which is a safe and simple test used to assess functional exercise tolerance. Electrocardiograms (EKGs) please note that participants will be expected to have their primary care provider interrupt the results. If any emergent findings do occur, participants will be instructed to seek immediate medical care. Medication and equipment demonstrations Sleep apnea screening Smoking cessation information Lung model demonstration Lung health education Screenings and information will be free, but appointments are required. Spaces are limited; please register by visiting www.jccmi.edu/healthwise. Jackson County Art Show.  Opening Day.  Students from Jackson County Schools, Public, Christian and Charter, will be exhibiting students' artwork from kindergarten through twelfth grade. Jackson Crossing Mall from Monday April 15-28, 2024 during mall hours. “Hello, Dolly!” Auditions.  Hello, aspiring actors and actresses!  Center Stage Jackson is…

Friday, April 12 Jackson County Restaurant Week.  Final day! Spend a week exploring the restaurants of Jackson County during Jackson County Restaurant Week, April 8-12, 2024.  Participating restaurants in Jackson County, Michigan will provide a selection of $15 menu options throughout the week - with a variety of locations to experience breakfast, lunch, and/or dinner. Experience five days of the county's culinary finest by visiting multiple restaurants... increasing your chances of winning prizes at the end!  Check with each participating restaurant for hours and unique menus for Jackson County Restaurant Week.  Participating restaurants: • 308 Brass Rail, • Andy’s Pizza, • Baby Bear Burger, • Bella Notte Ristorante, • The Blue Julep, • Booher’s Fresh Market & Diner, • Burnt Honey, • The Crazy Cowboy, • The Dirty Bird, • Doll N' Burgers, • Eagles Nest Bar & Grill Clarklake, • FFF Truck, • The Five Forks, • Flavorz, • The Hunt Club, • Grand River Brewery - Jackson, • Lucero's Mexican Bar & Grill, • Mama's Mercantile and Eatery, • Murphy’s Bistro, • Nite Lite, • Ogma Brewing Co., • PB&J’s BBQ, • RJs Metropolitan Ice Cream Co., • Veritas, • West Texas BBQ.  For information on the contest and more…

Jackson County Restaurant Week.  Spend a week exploring the restaurants of Jackson County during Jackson County Restaurant Week, April 8-12, 2024.  Participating restaurants in Jackson County, Michigan will provide a selection of $15 menu options throughout the week - with a variety of locations to experience breakfast, lunch, and/or dinner. Experience five days of the county's culinary finest by visiting multiple restaurants... increasing your chances of winning prizes at the end!  Check with each participating restaurant for hours and unique menus for Jackson County Restaurant Week.  Participating restaurants: • 308 Brass Rail, • Andy’s Pizza, • Baby Bear Burger, • Bella Notte Ristorante, • The Blue Julep, • Booher’s Fresh Market & Diner, • Burnt Honey, • The Crazy Cowboy, • The Dirty Bird, • Doll N' Burgers, • Eagles Nest Bar & Grill Clarklake, • FFF Truck, • The Five Forks, • Flavorz, • The Hunt Club, • Grand River Brewery - Jackson, • Lucero's Mexican Bar & Grill, • Mama's Mercantile and Eatery, • Murphy’s Bistro, • Nite Lite, • Ogma Brewing Co., • PB&J’s BBQ, • RJs Metropolitan Ice Cream Co., • Veritas, • West Texas BBQ.  For information on the contest and more details, click here. Pasta Making…