Events of August 2, 3, and 4, 2024

Friday, August 2

Grand River Farmers Market. 9 AM to 2 PM. You’re invited to join us riverside for a healthy dose of good food, good music, and good community! We’ve got dozens of weekly rotating vendors offering Seasonal fruits & veggies, meats, cheeses, coffee, honey, pasta, artisan breads, baked goods, dairy, plants, flowers, bath and body, hand-crafted artisan wares, and more! Entertainment today by songwriter and composer K. Edward Smith. We’ve also got prepared food and frozen make-n-take dinners. We’ll be open rain or shine – hope to see you there! Glick and Mechanic, Downtown Jackson.

American Cancer Society Relay for Life. Presented by America’s Preferred Home Warranty. Friday, August 2, 4:00pm to Saturday, August 3, 2:00pm. Cascades Park, Jackson. 2024 Theme: Give Cancer the Boot. Friday schedule of events: 4-7pm Survivor & Caregiver Dinner pickup, 6pm Opening Ceremony & Survivor/Caregiver Lap, 7pm Raffle Tent Open (til 10am Saturday), 9:30pm Luminaria Ceremony. Saturday schedule of events: 7:30am Pancake Breakfast, 9am Trick or Treating, 10a-Noon Kids Tent hosted by Kids n’ Stuff, 2pm Closing. Visit RelayforLife.org/JacksonCountyMI for the full schedule, food truck list and other event information.

Ella Sharp Museum Free Admission. Free Admission for the month of August! The museum has received a generous donation from an anonymous donor to provide free admission for the entire month of August. Come by the museum this month to enjoy our galleries and the Hurst Planetarium.

Vineyard Jams at Cherry Creek Cellars. Vineyard Jams. Every Friday and Saturday evening from 7-10 PM on the Cherry Creek stage, enjoy some of the best bands in the area. From rock ‘n roll, to blues, and country and pop, there is something for everyone. Beer, Wine, Wine Slushies, & Cider (No Flights during live music). Rotating Food Trucks. Limited Cafe’ Menu (no outside food or beverages). Lawn Chairs welcome. Open to all ages. $5 Cover Charge – Free for anyone 17 and under. See the full summer music schedule and link to table reservations: cherrycreekwine.com/summermusic/ Tonight, ACT III (7-10 pm). Featured Food Truck: Grateful Crow. 10912 Silver Lake Highway, Brooklyn.

Concord Area Players present “The Sound of Music”. Come see this family-friendly classic. The Concord Area Players present The Sound of Music! August 2 & 3 at 7 pm, and August 4 at 3 pm. Online tickets $13 for adults $10 for students ($2 more at the door/ Children under 5, free!) https://concordareaplayersmi.seatyourself.biz/ Western High School, 1400 S. Dearing Road, Parma.

Marcus & Tiffany Shelton at Veritas. 6 PM to 9 PM. Marcus and Tiffany Shelton are classically trained singers who have been married for over 20 years. In his longtime opera career, Marcus was honored to sing on stages around the world, and with some of the biggest names in the business; and Tiffany has largely focused her music degree and velvety pipes on jazz and musical theatre. They will be performing their signature mix of genres and styles, including: classic rock, opera, 90s alternative, mellow 70s gold, country, big band favorites, and more! Requests always welcome. Veritas, 151 W Michigan Ave, Jackson.

Late Night Friday with Live Music at Sandhill Crane Vineyards. Start the month of August off with tunes by duo Brian & Steve Tucker from 6-9pm! Open ’til 10pm! 4724 Walz Road, Jackson.

Bring a Buddy Party at Allstate. 6 PM to 9 PM. 2 for 1 Admissions for Roller Skating & Laser Tag! Allskate Fun Center, 1313 W. North Street, Jackson.

The Riflemen at Enchanted Forest. 8 PM. Come out and see The Riflemen bring the music and party to Enchanted Forest Bar & Grill on Friday, August 2nd at 8pm. Going to be so much fun! 3705 Ann Arbor Road, Jackson.

John Louis Good Live at Ironbark. 7 PM to 10 PM. “John Louis Good is from Jackson–Michigan’s “Rose City.” Good performs Americana and Rockabilly music that straddles the 20th Century and original works that reflect the places he has been and the friends he has met along the way. His influences include Hank Williams, Woody Guthrie, Johnny Cash, Chuck Berry and Carl Perkins.” 2610 Kibby Road, Jackson.

Saturday, August 3

ORS Race Series: Run Clark Lake. Welcome to the 49th running at beautiful Clark Lake. Come join us in an Olympic Celebration! Our 49th year is being held during XXX111 Olympic Games in Paris, France. All runners want to run their best in an Olympic year and it’s only fitting that you runners get your shot of a great venue in an Olympic year. Run your best at Clark Lake 2024. An event that promises to deliver excitement and memories. You will enjoy our USATF certified courses that encompass the lake on gently rolling hills with breathtaking lake front views. We have been road racing at Clark Lake since 1976 with the original CL-7. Truly one of Michigan’s premier running events. You will enjoy our post-race party and awards ceremony at the Beach Bar Patio on the shore of Clark Lake. All races will be chipped timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. The proceeds from this event will be used for the continued progress and maintenance of the Thomas R. Collins Memorial Spirit Trail. participants and your dogs. Thank you. The race is professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. Registration and details here.

Grand River Farmers Market. 9 AM to 2 PM. You’re invited to join us riverside for a healthy dose of good food, good music, and good community! We’ve got dozens of weekly rotating vendors offering Seasonal fruits & veggies, meats, cheeses, coffee, honey, pasta, artisan breads, baked goods, dairy, plants, flowers, bath and body, hand-crafted artisan wares, and more! Entertainment and food truck. We’ve also got prepared food and frozen make-n-take dinners. We’ll be open rain or shine – hope to see you there! Glick and Mechanic, Downtown Jackson.

Jackson Interfaith Shelter Block Party. 11:00 am – 2:00 pm. Jackson Interfaith Shelter Parking Lot414 S. Blackstone St., Jackson. You’re invited! We’re hosting our fourth annual Jackson Interfaith Shelter Block Party! Thank you to our event sponsors Emmons Service, Inc., Consumers Energy, American 1 Credit Union and HOME.fm for making this a FREE community event. We will be hosting guided tours of the shelter throughout the event, and would love to show you the updates we’ve made over the last four years. We will have food, live music, inflatables, a foam party, face paintings, ice cream and much more!

100 Homes Program Community Event. 9 AM to 11:30 AM Community Housing Event on Saturday, Aug. 3, 9-11:30 a.m. at the MLK Recreation Center for the community to learn more about the 100 Homes Program. Cory Mays, Grant Coordinator for the City of Jackson, will be at the event to answer questions about the program. Representatives from County National Bank and American 1 Credit Union will also be on site to answer mortgage or finance-related questions. You do not need to be a City of Jackson resident to qualify for 100 Homes. Initial program requirements are based on household size and income. After meeting program qualifications and securing a mortgage, home buyers are connected to builders who are constructing new homes in Jackson capped at $175,000. The City of Jackson is offering $25,000 in down payment assistance for the homes, and some buyers may qualify for an additional $10,000 in down payment assistance from the State of Michigan. Learn more about 100 Homes from the City website. The Community Housing Event is free to attend. The MLK Recreation Center is located at 1107 Adrian St.

Pedal & Whine Albion Malleable Bike Tour. Registration begins at 7:30 AM. Join us for the inaugural Pedal & Whine – Albion Malleable tour and enjoy a delicious lunch prepared by the award-winning chefs at the Albion Malleable Brewing Company. Parking for this ride will be 1 block north of Albion Malleable and just east of Superior St. between Erie and Cass Streets. Registration and check in will be at Albion Malleable on Superior Street at Ash Street. Details, maps and registration here.

American Cancer Society Relay for Life. Presented by America’s Preferred Home Warranty. Friday, August 2, 4:00pm to Saturday, August 3, 2:00pm. Cascades Park, Jackson. 2024 Theme: Give Cancer the Boot. Saturday schedule of events: 7:30am Pancake Breakfast, 9am Trick or Treating, 10a-Noon Kids Tent hosted by Kids n’ Stuff, 2pm Closing. Visit RelayforLife.org/JacksonCountyMI for the full schedule, food truck list and other event information.

Summer Discover Finale Festival. Join the Jackson District Library for a Summer Discover celebration in downtown Jackson on August 3! Party in the Park: 11 AM-2 PM, Horace Blackman Park. Enjoy live music, yard games and a bounce house. Music Line-Up: 11 AM: Steve & Brian Tucker, 12 PM: Tiffany & Marcus Shelton, 1 PM: The Van Buren Boys. There will be a 15-minute break between sets. Free and open to all!

Free Movie: “IF”. 2:30 PM. The Jackson District Library presents…A free movie, free popcorn and drink). Jackson District Library invites one and all for a free movie, IF, beginning at 2:30 pm. Everyone will receive a free popcorn and pop combo. Don’t miss it! Michigan Theatre, Downtown Jackson.

Sidewalk Chalk Art Competition. 12 PM to 5 PM. 1st Annual Catch My Vibe Radio Sidewalk Chalk Art Competition. Date: August 3rd, 2024 Location: 3200 Wildwood Ave. Jackson. Participants include local artists, families, and art enthusiasts of all ages! This event looks to bring a beautiful day of art, vendors, food trucks and kid friendly activities! We are welcoming Dj Gen Vegas, aka Big Man Genesis Terrell to ensure the VIBES are great! Bring the family and join with the community to judge & prizes will be awarded that day!! Food trucks, vendors, prizes and trophies for winners. Free and chalk/supplies provided. Details and registration here.

Vineyard Jams at Cherry Creek Cellars and 21st Birthday Celebration. Look who’s turning 21! We are! Celebrate our birthday with us all day long. The first 100 customers will receive a free mini birthday brownie — and that’s not all! Pre-selected birthday flights ($10 / flight). Limited Editions Birthday T. Birthday Photo Op. Limited Cafe’ Menu (no outside food or beverages). Lawn Chairs welcome. Open to all ages. $5 Cover Charge – Free for anyone 17 and under. See the full summer music schedule and link to table reservations: cherrycreekwine.com/summermusic/ Joey D & the Small Bar Superstars (7-10 pm) Featured Food Truck: Whiskey Jack’s BBQ. 10912 Silver Lake Highway, Brooklyn.

Grass Lake Hydroplane Boat Races. “Wet & Wild Regatta” Hydroplane Race part of the Michigan Hydroplane Racing Association. It has been held for over 40 years on Grass Lake in Grass Lake, 373 N Lake St, Grass Lake, MI 49240. Outboard hydroplane races on Grass Lake. Speeds of up to 75 mph. Racing will be roughly 10:30am-4pm Saturday and Sunday. Entry to watch the races is free! There will be a concession stand serving breakfast and lunch 8am-4pm both days. The Grass Lake event will feature the marathon racing, as well as Stock and J short course racing. 373 N Lake St, Grass Lake.

Brooke Dunning Benefit 50 Endurance Race. 5 PM to 8 PM. The Jackson Speedway is proud to announce it will host the Brooke Dunning Benefit event organized by Great Lakes Super Supermoto. To all you motorcycle enthusiasts come out and enjoy the event and tell all your friends. $10 gate fee for spectators. Food trucks and raffles. Jackson Speedway, 3363 Page Avenue, Jackson.

Art Opening: Animals with Live Music by Taylor Taylor. 2 PM to 4 PM. Enjoy a beautiful Saturday afternoon at Sandhill with Live Music by Taylor Taylor from Lansing, MI from 2-4pm. Featuring Artwork by Lindsey Dahl, Pat Drake, Amanda Norman Sheryl Amburgey and Sarah Sundberg! Sandhill Crane Vineyards, 2724 Walz Road, Jackson.

Cascades Rotary Bandshell Summer Concert Series. 7 PM. Free! Tonight, enjoy the music of Johnny Aimcrier. A solo acoustic show that swings through John’s original tunes and obscure covers.. Sponsored by Alro Plastics. Bring a blanket or lawn chair to the family friendly event.

Sunday, August 4

Clark Lake Raft-O-Rama & Chicken BBQ. 10 AM. Raft-O-Rama Clark Lake starting at Eagle Point Marina, 1155 Eagle Point Road, Clark Lake. Live music by Act III. The Lions Club offers a chicken BBQ for $15.

Jackson County Fair. AUGUST 4-10. 2024 DOWNTOWN JACKSON There is so much to experience at the Jackson County Fair located at Keeley Park in Jackson, Michigan. Come out and enjoy a day or two at the fair filled fun games, exciting rides, livestock, events, and tasty food! The Jackson County Fair has something for everyone in the family. Enhance your summer in Pure Michigan by attending a fun-filled community fair! Join the fun happening in Jackson, Michigan this summer! Complete schedule, tickets and details here.