Events of April 21, 22, and 23, 2023

Friday, April 21

Summit to Reduce Violence. Be part of the solution when the Jackson community comes together for a Summit to Reduce Violence on Friday, April 21 at the George E. Potter Center, Jackson College. Registration starts at 7:30 a.m., and the event runs from 8:15 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Join in a solutions-focused, multidisciplinary gathering of professionals and community members working together to tackle the issues of violence in Jackson, with Michigan State University Professor Chris Melde the featured speaker. Melde is the Director of the School of Criminal Justice at Michigan State University. For the past 15 years, Melde has worked with schools and prevention program providers in the areas of training, implementation fidelity, and curriculum review. He has worked on the national process and outcome evaluation of the National Crime Prevention Council’s Teens, Crime, and the Community: Community Works program, served on the curriculum review and redevelopment committee for the Community Works program, the national process and outcome evaluation of the Gang Resistance Education and Training program, as well as the ongoing process and outcome randomized controlled trial of an innovative whole-school change program throughout Genesee County, Michigan. This 2^nd annual summit will bring community voices together with law enforcement, members of the judicial system, researchers and advocates to address violence and its impact on Jackson. All are welcome for this free event; click here to register. Continental breakfast and lunch will be provided.

American 1 Block Party. 4 PM. Bring your friends, family, and neighbors to enjoy a fun Friday night in downtown Jackson, featuring food trucks, live music, and give-a-ways! Know someone who may want to become a member? Refer them now until April 30th to be entered to win amazing prizes such as a Roku TV, an iPad, and more! New members now through April 30th, will also be entered into the prize drawings. Become a member today, it’s easy! 718 E. Michigan Avenue, Jackson.

Jackson High School Theatre Department presents “A Year with Frog and Toad”. Based on the book by Arnold Label. Jackson High School Auditorium. Friday and Saturday at 7 PM, Sunday at 3 PM. Admission is $5.

John Voelz at Art 634. 6:30 PM. John Voelz is visiting from the West Coast, and is having an evening featuring original music and some favorites in The Carriage Factory at Art 634. Food provided by Sticky Fingers food truck. Bar open to those 21 years and older, with proceeds benefiting the Michigan Theater. Art will be created during the show by Sheryl Amburgey of Essa Arts and will be available for sale.Purchase tickets in advance at: https://www.eventbrite.com/…/john-voelz-live-at-art634… To follow John’s personal event page, follow the link below: https://fb.me/e/2rHMu8oOi

Sir Richard Live at Ironbark. 7 PM. Come on down to IronBark and have a nice cold beer, some bomb Kibby Cobb food, and wittiness Sir Richard live! This will be a special show featuring the full band (2nd set). Come down and see Sir Richard and The Royals! Ironbark Brewing Co., 2610 Kibby Road, Jackson.

DJ Session: Whoa Whoa Yeah Yeah. 8 PM to 11 PM. Come chill while Carlos and Liz of WHOA WHOA YEAH YEAH take us on a spin through the vastness of the 80s beats and vibes. Records start moving at 8 PM. Ogma Brewing Company, 129 E. Michigan Avenue, Downtown Jackson.

Live Music at Mancino’s. Come on down to hear Mike Slim Crupi and Kevin Nichols this Friday at Mancino’s. Music from 6:00 P.M. till 9:00 P.M. It will be a rocking good time for everyone! Mancino’s, 3017 Wildwood Avenue, Jackson.

Center Stage Jackson Winery Play. “Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind”. Final Weekend! Presented at Sandhill Crane Vineyards, directed by Barb Palmer. The production will be showcased on the following dates April 21, 22, 23. Warning: This play is adult themed with strong language. To purchase tickets you can click the link below.

https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=171068

Jackson County Student Art Show Exhibition. Now through May 1 at Jackson Crossing Mall. Presented by JXN Art Teachers.

Westwood Mall Spring Carnival. 1850 W Michigan Ave, Jackson. The Westwood Mall Spring Carnival runs through Sunday, April 23rd. Thrill Rides, Fair Food and Fun Games! ONSITE sales – ALL DAY RIDE Armbands are $20. Individual tickets are available, too. ONLINE SALES – ALL DAY RIDE Armbands are $17. Thursday and Friday, April 20 – 21 Open @ 4pm, Close @ 10pm. Saturday, April 21st, Open @ 12pm, Sunday, April 23rd, Open @ 1pm, Close @ 8pm. We reserve the right to close earlier due to weather or crowd.

Imagine the Moon. Showing Through April. Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, & Sundays at 12:00pm, Hurst Planetarium. When was the last time you looked at the Moon? Not Just noticed it, but really looked at it? To most of us the Moon seems like an afterthought, a thing we might notice in passing and then not give a second glance. But the Moon’s place in our lives is so much more than just its physical presence in the sky. It is a constant companion in our collective imagination. This is a show ESPECIALLY for children! You can catch Imagine the Moon at Noon, every day we’re open! Visit ellasharp.org for more information! Event page here.

Spring Night Sky Tour. Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays at 4:00pm. Saturdays, & Sundays at 2:00pm & 4:00pm. Hurst Planetarium at Ella Sharp Museum. Join us as we transform the dome into the Spring sky! We’ll cover tips and tricks for navigating the night sky! Everything in this live presentation can be seen just looking up—no telescope required! For more information on this show, please visit Ellasharp.org!

Saturday, April 22

Queens Parish Vendor/Craft Event. 10AM – 3PM. Queens Social Center. You are invited to shop from 35 local vendors and crafters! Just in time for Mother’s Day, 1^st Communion, Graduations and other Spring celebrations. Bring your friends!Food will be available for purchase. Entry fee is $2.00. $1.00 for children and seniors. Under 5 are free!

Titan Scrap Metal Event. 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sunday. Back side of Lumen Christi near the Bus Cage. We will have people on hand to help unload. Volunteers are greatly appreciated, along with Trucks or Trailers for use. Please call if you can volunteer. Proceeds go towards All Boy’s and Girl’s fall, winter and spring sports. We will pick up items, Call 517-812-7510 (NOTE: Depending on the number of volunteers). We will take any items: Grills – Cans – Refrigerators – Washers – Dryers – Stoves – Bikes- Humidifiers – Rims – Old Lawn Chairs – Lawn Mowers – Old Farm Equipment. ALL donations are accepted large or small as well as monetary!

Southside Summer Fest. Southside Summer Fest Local Author’s Expo & Book Fair will be host to many authors across mid-Michigan for the 4th Annual Local Authors Expo & Book Fair! Saturday, April 22, 2023. 11am-6pm. MLK Recreation Center, 1107 Adrian Street, Jackson.

Jackson County Conservation District Earth Day Celebration 1 – 4 PM. Jackson County Conservation District (JCCD) presents Earth Day Celebration 2023. Sparks Foundation County Park, 1528 Kibby Rd, Jackson. Join us on April 22nd 2023 from 1-4pm to celebrate Earth Day! This is a FREE event that is open to the public! Vendors from all over Jackson will be setting up fun and informational activities for the kiddos (and adults). There will be live music, FREE face painting, and much more!

JSO Presents Epic Mahler. 7:30 PM. Jackson Symphony Orchestra’s final Signature Series concert of the season promises to be a magnificent affair delivered by a colossal orchestra, multiple women’s and children’s choruses, and a soprano soloist. Ranked as one of the ten best symphonies of all time by top conductors around the world, this is a once-in-a-lifetime experience for musicians and audience members alike. Join us for an unforgettable larger-than-life event that will conclude our season with an explosive finale! Potter Center Music Hall. Tickets and more info here.

Women’s Craft Day. Grab your craft supplies and come on over to HOTL Jackson to craft among other women. Lunch will be provided for half-day attendees. Lunch and dinner will be provided for full-day attendees. The event will run from 9 a.m.-9 p.m. The cost is $10 for half-day/$25 for full-day. Please RSVP to the email Melissa4HOTL@gmail.com. 5225 Clinton Rd, Jackson.

Live Music at Mancino’s. Come on down to hear Mike Slim Crupi at Mancino’s. Music from 6:00 P.M. till 9:00 P.M. It will be a rocking good time for everyone! Mancino’s, 3017 Wildwood Avenue, Jackson.

Hanover-Horton Jazz Bash. Hanover Horton Music Booster’s Jazz Bash. Theme: Mardi Gras – feel free to dress up! Doors open at 6 pm. Musical acts include Jazz Bands from HH, Adrian College, and the Kevin Krieger Quartet! There will be raffle items, a candy bar, and more! Pre order tickets with this link. General Admission is $10, Reserved is $15. If paying at the door it is $15 for General Admission. 10 and under are free. Michigan Theatre, Downtown Jackson.

Drew & Kin Return to Tecumseh Center for the Arts. With a three-year hiatus from the TCA stage, we’re ready to welcome back Drew De Four & Kin Curran in a big way! The couple brings not only their signature blend of high energy musical requests and original songs, this year they’re also bringing friends – including singer and musician Danny K! With this being the final performance in TCA’s 41^st Touring Season lineup (as well as Drew’s birthday), there’s lots to celebrate! You don’t want to miss this musical celebration as we sing along, clap along, and dance the night away Drew, Kin, and Danny K! Tickets are $30-25 and are on sale now. The concert will take place Saturday, April 22 at 7:30 PM with doors opening at 6:30 PM. Tickets can be purchased at 517-423-6617, at the box office located at 400 N. Maumee Street, or on-line at www.thetca.org.

2-Day Day Psychic & Holistic Expo 2023. 9 AM to 6 PM. Tickets: $10. American 1 Event Center, Keeley Park, 128 W Ganson St, Jackson. The huge psychic & holistic expo is back in Jackson featuring over 70 vendors, psychic readers, mediums, energy healers, free lectures, food concessions! General Admission is only $10 and children 12 and under are free! Pre-pay your admission and receive a free crystal upon entry!

Kevin Wolff Unplugged at the Atrium Ballroom. Kevin will be performing an unplugged set with his full band for an intimate evening of music and a few stories about the band. The show will be opened by Joe Maiers and Jacki Daniels will be on as direct support for the show. There are only 150 tickets are available and all the seating will be General Admission. There is a limit per order of 4 tickets due to the size of the event. The Atrium Ballroom is located inside the Commerce Center in Downtown Jackson, MI, on the second floor. There is plenty of free Parking On site. There will be a Bar and Concessions available during the show. Tickets and more information here.

Sunday, April 23

Perondi’s Stunt Dog Experience. 12 PM and 4 PM. Families and audience members of all ages will enjoy The Perondi’s Stunt Dog Experience, coming to the Potter Center for two shows, 12 noon and 4 p.m. Sunday, April 23, 2023. Chris Perondi is the Stunt Dog Guy™ and his famous stunt dogs are out of this world! Featuring a cast of more than a dozen talented pound pups, witness some of the most incredible stunts and behaviors ever performed by dogs. Thrill to the tricks, big air stunts, comedy antics, dancing dogs, athletic feats of this canine crew. These talented dogs soar, jump, fly and spin for audience enjoyment. The event includes interactive crowd participation, making it not just a show, but an experience! Tickets for The Perondi’s Stunt Dog Experience start at $10, with all children’s tickets just $10, and may be purchased online at https://www.jccmi.edu/pottercenter/perondis-stunt-dog-experience/, or by calling or visiting the Potter Center Ticket Office, 517.796.8600, Monday-Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.