Events of April 7, 8, and 9, 2023

Friday, April 7

The Ten Commandments.  5:15 PM.  Michigan Theatre presents a special Good Friday presentation of Cecile B. Demille’s The Ten Commandments.  Doors 4:45pm Starts 5:15pm $5 admission.  Enjoying a life of ease in the court of Egypt’s pharaoh, Moses (Charlton Heston) discovers his Hebrew heritage and, later, God’s expectations of him.

Livestream Watch Party.  9:15 AM.  Join us to cheer on YMCA state champion and local athlete Blake Hetherington at the YMCA National Championship live-streamed from North Carolina.  Beaman Lounge, Jackson YMCA.  Popcorn and water provided.  Blake is the 2023 YMCA State Champion  He will be competing in the 50 and 100 freestyle representing the Jackson YMCA Orcas at the 2o23 Centennial YMCA National Swimming Championships in Greensboro, N.C.

Polish Falcons Fish Fry.  Dine-in or Take-out avaialble.  4-7 pm.  50/50 raffle.  Adults are $15.  Children are $10 (age 6-10).  Age 5 & under FREE.  Dinner includes 3 pieces of fish, baked potato, mac & cheese, pasta salads, coleslaw and dessert.

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 8

Jackson College Easter Egg Hunt.  10 AM.  Jackson College will welcome the community to the Annual Easter Egg Hunt, from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, April 8 on Central Campus. Family activities will start at 10 a.m. and the egg hunt starts promptly at 10:30 a.m. Children will search in various age groups: 0-2, 3-5, 6-7, and 8-10. Kids can enjoy face painting, inflatables and a petting zoo. There will be tours of the EMS Simulator and a Summit Township fire truck. Parents are invited to take their children’s photo with the Easter bunny. Please bring a basket or bag for your child’s treats. Jackson College purchases Easter eggs stuffed by a St. Louis, Mo. company that partners with a sheltered workshop. This workshop offers meaningful work for people with disabilities, in an accepting atmosphere where they are contributing members of society. Bring the family and join us for some Easter fun! Events will be held in the center of campus. The event will move inside in case of inclement weather, into the Bert Walker Hall Community Rooms. Please visit www.jccmi.edu/familyfun for more information.

City of Jackson Easter Egg Hunt.  10 AM. Horace Blackman Park. Families can enjoy free Easter eggs filled with candy scattered around the park in Downtown Jackson. There will also be prizes, photos with the Easter Bunny, and the opportunity to meet Jackson police officers and firefighters.  The Group Violence Intervention (GVI) program of the Jackson Police Department is working with the Parks and Recreation Department to hold this fun-filled event for the community.  The egg hunt will go in two waves, with ages 3 to 5 starting at 10 a.m. and ages 6 to 8 at 11:00 a.m. Because this is a City-sponsored event, it is only open to City of Jackson residents. Horace Blackman. Park is located at 200 W. Michigan Avenue.

Eggsplore Bright Walls.  12 PM to 2 PM.  Hunt for giant easter eggs located at 30 bright walls murals in downtown Jackson. Kids up to age 12 can pick out a treat from each giant egg they find!  Rain date will be April 8 same time 12-2pm. This is a free community event for children up to age 12, sponsored by Jackson Young Professionals partners Experience Jackson and the Jackson Anchor Initiative.  For full details visit www.jxnyp.com/eggs.  We still need volunteers! Text the word “Eggs” to 866-TEXTJYP (866-839-8597) to donate time or supplies.

YPOP Presents Annual Easter Egg Hunt.  12 PM to 2 PM.  1107 Maple Avenue (at Rockwell).  Food, Fun, Fun House and more!  Free!  Presented by Young People of Purpose.

Clarklake Lions Annual Easter Egg Hunt.  2 PM.  In the Clarklake Lions Park, west end of Clark Lake.  There are age group prizes and refreshments in the clubhouse after the hunt.

Community Wide Egg Hunt.  1 – 1:30 PM.  Heart O’ the Lakes Church, 7031 Jefferson Rd, Brooklyn.  ALL kids birth-5th Grade join us as we partner with Brooklyn Kiwanis for this FREE Community-wide Egg Hunt!  You don’t want to miss out on this event full of eggs, candy, prizes, and fun!

Community Wide Egg Hunt.  10 AM.  Heart of the Lakes Jackson Campus.  Kids from birth through grade 5 can come and search for filled eggs.  5225 Clinton Road, Jackson.

Adult Easter Egg Hunt.  11 AM.  Adult Easter Egg Hunt in the Vineyard!  Sandhill Crane Vineyards, 4724 Walz Rd, Jackson.  Many regulars are *peeping* with joy that we’re bring back the Adult Easter Egg Hunt! We’ve changed up the rules a bit so read carefully!   You must be 21 years or older to search the vineyard for over 100 eggs with special prizes inside!!  Pre-game at 11:00am with 1 glass of wine per participant!   Dress up to gain a 30 second head start at 11:30am!  Event page here.

Women’s Craft Day.  9 AM to 9 PM.  Grab your craft supplies and come on over to Heart of the Lakes Church 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.  Heart of the Lakes Church Jackson Campus, 5225 Clinton Road.  Event page here.

Shearing Day at Lowry’s Little Flock Farm.  10 AM.  12201 Sutfin Rd, Horton.  Rain or shine we will be shearing the alpacas. Come see how it’s done, feed the animals and go home with baked goods from the farm shop. We are a sweet little rescue farm that harvests the fiber and wool from our Alpacas, llamas and sheep. Event page here.

Pop Up Concert with the Incredible Laith Al-Saadi Trio.  8 PM – 10 PM. POP UP CONCERT WITH the Incredible Laith Al-Saadi Trio.  Michigan Theatre of Jackson, 124 N. Mechanic Street, Jackson.  The LAITH AL-SAADI TRIO will be performing live on The Michigan Theatre of Jackson stage on APRIL 8.  GET TICKETS HERE.  DOORS AT 7 PM.  SHOW AT 8 PM.   In 2016, Laith Al-Saadi won America’s hearts and a spot in the Season 10 finale of NBC’s “The Voice.” Now he’s poised to bring his authentic blend of blues, soul and classic rock to audiences around the nation and the world.

Music on Tap presents Lush & Ethereal with Gracie & Rachel.  8 PM.  Join us for an unforgettable night of music as Gracie and Rachel take the stage at Weatherwax Hall. This dynamic pop duo brings a unique blend of indie-pop and classical influences, creating a sound that is both hauntingly beautiful and completely mesmerizing.  Classically trained introvert Rachel and free-spirit extrovert Gracie collide to create their unique sound of modern baroque pop. This intimate concert environment at Weatherwax Hall will provide the perfect opportunity to experience their music up close and personal as you relax and enjoy a drink from the bar. Don’t miss this chance to see Gracie and Rachel live and witness the magic of their performance. Tickets and details here.

Fishville Farms Westwood Mall Spring Fling Craft Show.  11am – 6pm.  Westwood Mall.  FREE ADMISSION/FAMILY FRIENDLY!  GIFT BASKET GIFT AWAY!  30+ SMALL BUSINESSES TO SHOP!  Come on down to the Westwood Mall to shop 30+ MID MALL local crafters, vendors and small businesses while you support a great cause and help us help the Jackson Interfaith Shelter! 

Sunday, April 9

Queen’s Community Wide Easter Dinner.  Jackson Community invites you to the Community Wide Easter Dinner at Queens’s Parish on Sunday, April 9, 2023. Queens Parrish Social Center, 811 S. Wisner Street, Jackson. 2:00 pm seating.  Reservations are required by calling (517) 435-5296 between 9 am and 5 pm prior to event.   All are welcome. FREE. Reservation required. Transportation is available when arranged ahead of time, at queensholidaydinner@gmail.com.   To volunteer, call (517) 414-4438.