Events of Friday, November 25, 2022

Ella Sharp Museum Holiday Market.  Support small businesses during our Holiday Market!  Our Holiday Market is a unique boutique style pop up market for local artists and crafters to showcase their work, as well as an opportunity for the community to support and promote local business and entrepreneurship. Located inside Ella Sharp Museum, a portion of every purchase will go to support the museum which has served our community well for so many years. See a curated selection of quality, hand-crafted goods from artisans near and far.  10 AM to 5 PM.

DDA Holiday Window Decorating Contest.  Downtown Jackson is celebrating the holidays with creative window displays at stores, restaurants and other businesses/organizations throughout the Downtown.  This year’s theme is “Winter Wonderland”.  Today is “Reveal Day” and you are invited to vote for your favorite window display on social media.  Voting runs though December 21 and winners announced on December 23.  Visit Downtown Jackson!

Brooklyn Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting.  Join your Brooklyn Community for the annual Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting on Friday, November 25th. Community Activities began at 5:30pm.  Visit with Santa following the parade at Re/Max Mid-Michigan.

Nite Lites DRIVE THRU CHRISTMAS LIGHT SHOW.  Now thru Dec. 31, 2022.  OPEN EVERY DAY INCLUDING HOLIDAYS.  Time: 5:30 pm – 9 pm Sunday thru Thursday,  5:30 pm – 10:00 pm Friday & Saturday.  Pricing: $30 per car/vehicle (Sun – Thurs), $35 per car/vehicle (Fri & Sat), $45 per limo/motorhome/minibus, $100 per tour bus.  Accept Cash and all Major Credit Cards.  Michigan International Speedway.  TWO US-12 Entrances:  WEST bound use Lot 8 Entrance, EAST bound use Graves Farm Entrance.  ALL ABOARD! The NiteLites Express.  Introducing the Nite Lites Express! Purchase by bench (4 people fit per bench).   Details, tickets, map here.

Black Friday Scramble at The Grande.   11 AM.  While the rest are out shopping, why not play a little golf?  4-person scramble with men playing the blue tees, seniors (60+) playing the white tees, and ladies playing the red tees.  Friday, November 25 with an 11:00 AM shotgun start.  Cost: $55 per player (includes golf, lunch, prize money, & skins).  This event is designed to be played at a good pace of play, and to be fun for all that participate. It will be open to the first 36 teams to sign up, so don’t wait! Unless there is snow on the ground, the Black Friday Scramble WILL be played.  Details here.

308 Brass Rail Thanksgiving Pop Up.  5 PM.  308 Brass Rail will be hosting Jenny’s Handmade Designs LLC and Patty Cakes the day after Thanksgiving. Come have a drink and some amazing food while enjoying a night out with friends. You can also get some Christmas shopping done while supporting small businesses. KayLyn Pace will be performing. Hope to see you all there!  308 Brass Rail, 308 West Prospect Street, Jackson.

Banjo Mike at Ironbark.  7 PM to 10 PM.  Come celebrate the holidays with the return of Banjo Mike to Ironbark! Blending old-time tunes with Celtic, bluegrass and folk currents, this evening will take you through the stream of time!  Ironbark Brewing Company, 2610 Kibby Road, Jackson.

All Bullz No Brakes Sanctioned Dog, Car and Bike Show.  This is a TWO-DAY EVENT hosted by Dynasty Bullys: All Bullz no Brakes with Brc Global events.  This is a sanctioned dog show with a fun show plus a car truck bike and audio event.  Canned goods non-perishables and any other personal items are accepted for donation.  Donations benefit a United States Marine Corps family & a family who is currently living in a camper due to losing their entire home to a fire.  Michigan Sports Facility (formerly the RAC), 3055 Shirley Dr, Jackson.  Details here.

Miracle on 34th Street at the Croswell.  Written by Meredith Willson (“The Music Man”) and based on the movie of the same name, this holiday classic is sure to put you in the mood for Christmas! “Miracle on 34th Street” is returning to the Croswell stage for the first time in 10 years.  Dates and times: Friday, November 25 @ 7:30 p.m.  Saturday, November 26 @ 2:30 p.m. Saturday, November 26 @ 7:30 p.m.  Croswell Opera House, 129 E. Maumee Street, Adrian.  www.croswell.org 517-264-SHOW.