Events of July 26, 27, and 28, 2019

July 26

Cruise In.  Downtown Jackson presents the monthly Cruise In Car Show.  6 PM to 9 PM.  Tonight, cars are displayed on North Jackson Street, Pearl Street, Hayes Court and West Michigan Avenue (west of Horace Blackman Park).  Food trucks, vendors, entertainment.  Free concert featuring John Louis Good and the Rose City Troubadours, 7 PM to 9 PM, CP Federal City Square.

Gus Macker 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament.  Opening ceremonies for the weekend tonight and an opening Heroes game.  The festivities begin on Friday evening at 6 PM with the CNB Heroes Tournament.   This tournament features local law enforcement, emergency responders and veterans and is sponsored by County National Bank.  Games continue all day Saturday and Sunday.  Today’s schedule:  4:00 PM – 7:00 PM | registration open in the Lean Rocket Lab 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM | CNB’s Heroes Tournament takes place between local law enforcement, emergency responders and veterans.  6:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Downtown Jackson Cruise In.  7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Concert:  John Louis Good & the Rose City Troubadours (CP Federal City Square, Horace Blackman Park)

Cruise In Book Sale.  5 PM to 8 PM.  Stop by and visit our outdoor book sale during the Downtown Jackson Cruise-In.  Carnegie Branch, Jackson District Library.

Atomic Radio Live at Grand River Brewery.  6 PM to 9 PM.  We’re packing the patio Friday night for Atomic Radio Band!  Take a break from the Gus Macker Tournament in Downtown Jackson to grab some food, brews, and listen to Detroit’s premier cover band.  Atomic Radio performs the latest chart smashing hits of today and yesterday’s Pop, Rock, and Hip Hop.

Yoga Under the Moon.  6 PM.  You too can re-live the Apollo 11 mission experience to the moon!  Join us in the Hurst Planetarium for a unique yoga journey under the moon. Class is one hour, slow flow and beginner friendly. Guided by Brittnai Murillo.  Tickets: $15, Member Price: $10  Tickets can be purchased by calling the museum at 517-787-2320.  Ella Sharp Museum Hurst Planetarium.

25th Anniversary Season of The Michigan Shakespeare Festival.  Final weekend in Jackson!  Tonight, Two Gentleman of Verona.  7:30 PM.    Bard Talk at 7:00 PM, Baughman Theater, Jackson College Potter Center.  Tickets: 517-796-8600 and at michiganshakespearefestival.com.

Arts in the Park Series.  7 PM.  Located in Swain Memorial Park, Brooklyn.  All concerts are free and family friendly!  Tonight:  Billy & Scott, Songs from Leon’s Trunk.  Presented by Irish Hills Community Legacy and community sponsors, including Brooklyn Exponent,  JTV, Village of Brooklyn, West Bay Exploration, Absopure, Big Boy and ITC.

Movie at the Falls.  Join us for the FIRST Movie in the Park at The Cascades! Grab your lawn chairs and blankets and come watch the NEW Dumbo on the big screen! Movie will start approximately at 9:30pm.  Admission:  3 and under free, $3 children 4-12, $4 ages 65+, $5 for regular admission.  Cascades Falls.

Live Music at Jackson Coffee Company.  Free, live entertainment featuring a popular local or regional musician or band.  7 PM to 10 PM.

Late Night Friday and Live Tunes at Sandhill Crane Vineyards.  Join us every Friday night May-October for late nights at Sandhill!.  Our hours extend to 10pm with live music 6-9 every Friday night!  Weekend specials start on Friday, so you will find things like sandwich/soup/salads options, in addition to our regular menu.  Wine by the glass or bottle, flights, tastings, sangria, & beer (subject to availability) will all be available for purchase!  Music tonight by Kristen Kuiper.

Homebuilders Association of Jackson 2019 Parade of Homes.  Want to see 9 amazing homes in Jackson?  Friday July 26 from 5:00 – 9:00 pm.  Saturday July 27 from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm.  Sunday July 28 from 12:00 to 6:00 pm.  Tour Homes in Jackson County.  Get details, lists of homes and a Two for one coupon here.  $5 admission fee at the first home gets you into the rest. Children age 16 and under admitted free and must be under adult supervision at all times.  Gold Sponsor – Cook Foundation & Flatwork & Spring Arbor Lumber & Home Center.

July 27

Gus Macker 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament.  On the streets of Downtown Jackson, Michigan Avenue and Jackson Street, bordering Horace Blackman Park.  Today’s schedule:  7:00 AM – Noon | registration open in the Lean Rocket Lab.  8:00 AM | Opening Ceremonies will take place on the Dream Court – Macker supporter and partner Patrick Burtch (City Manager) will be taking the first shot.  8:30 AM – 6:00 PM | game time.  8:30 AM – 6:00 PM | Threads by Gus retail shop open.  11:30 AM – 1:30 PM | PAWS of the Detroit Tigers + members of the DTE Energy squad will be in town for photos + hoop action.  3:30 PM (or after final Top Men’s game) | CP Federal City Slam Dunk Contest on the Dream Court.  4:15 PM (or after Dunk Contest) | Blue Ox CU’s Lightning Showdown on the Dream Court.

25th Anniversary Season of The Michigan Shakespeare Festival.  Final weekend in Jackson!  Today King Lear at 2 PM (Talk Back follows performance), Cyrano de Bergerac at  7:30 PM.    Bard Talk at 7:00 PM, Baughman Theater, Jackson College Potter Center.  Tickets: 517-796-8600 and at michiganshakespearefestival.com.

Jackson Area Polish Heritage Festival.  The Jackson Area Polish Heritage Festival is back again bigger and better and ready for two days of community fun and Polish festivities, Polka Music and Dancing, and tons of great Polish food!  As always, Saturday starts with a traditional Polish mass on Saturday at 4:00 pm, following is the beginning of the festival at 5:30pm, until late into the evening- approximately 11pm.  Festival end Sunday evening approximately 5:30pm.  Golumpki!  Brats!  Kielbasa!  Sauerkraut!  Sausages!  Pierogis!  Tons of sides and desserts!  It’s going to be a feast!  Make sure to come hungry!  Bring all the family, to enjoy the great sounds of Polka music from favorite Jackson Locals like Randy Wrozek & The Hy-Notes!  There will be Miller Lite, assorted wines and wine coolers and again this year…Grand River Brewery’s 313 Polish Lager!  Raffles, raffles and more raffles!  One of the top prizes is $2500 CASH!  Vendor tent!  Craft test!  And did we mention RAFFLES?  And of course…the kids! There will be a kids area including fun games and activities and a bounce house. There will be pony rides and a petting zoo!  St. Joseph Social Center, 717 N. Waterloo.

Summer Wine & Wool Festival.  The winery grounds fill with nearly 30 local fiber vendors: fiber farmers, dyers, and more. Stop by and bring your knitting, spinning, or crochet and make a day of it! Wine tasting, fresh local food from the cafe and great vendors.  10 AM to 5 PM.  Sandhill Crane VIneyards.

The Lion King movie matinee.  First Baptist Church, Downtown Jackson.  Bring the family and enjoy Disney’s original animated hit, “The Lion King.”  Free film and popcorn!  2 PM.

Planetscapes:  Landscapes of the Solar System.  The landscapes of planets, moons, and comets evoke a sense of awe for those who can appreciate their beauty. Join us at the Carnegie Library to enjoy a visually-stunning presentation that highlights the progress and next giant leaps in exploring the cosmos. Teens & older.  11 AM, Carnegie Branch, Jackson District Library.

Homebuilders Association of Jackson 2019 Parade of Homes.  Want to see 9 amazing homes in Jackson?  Saturday July 27 from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm.  Sunday July 28 from 12:00 to 6:00 pm.  Tour Homes in Jackson County.  Get details, lists of homes and a Two for one coupon here.  $5 admission fee at the first home gets you into the rest. Children age 16 and under admitted free and must be under adult supervision at all times.  Gold Sponsor – Cook Foundation & Flatwork & Spring Arbor Lumber & Home Center.

Rotary Bandshell Concert featuring Trent Harris.  Please join us for an evening of funky and soulful jazz with the Trent Harris Organ Quartet on Saturday evening, July 27, 2019 at the Rotary Bandshell in Cascades Park. Featuring Jim Alfredson in Hammond organ, Cory Allen on guitar, Jeff Shoup on drums, and Trent Harris on saxophone. Free outdoor concert, bring a blanket or folding chair for lawn seating.   7 PM.

July 28

Gus Macker 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament.  On the streets of Downtown Jackson, Michigan Avenue and Jackson Street, bordering Horace Blackman Park.  Today’s schedule:  8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | game time.  Food trucks, vendors, and more.

Jackson Area Polish Heritage Festival.  The Jackson Area Polish Heritage Festival is back again bigger and better and ready for two days of community fun and Polish festivities, Polka Music and Dancing, and tons of great Polish food!    Today 12 N to 5:30pm.  Golumpki!  Brats!  Kielbasa!  Sauerkraut!  Sausages!  Pierogis!  Tons of sides and desserts!  It’s going to be a feast!  Make sure to come hungry!  Bring all the family, to enjoy the great sounds of Polka music from favorite Jackson Locals like Randy Wrozek & The Hy-Notes!  There will be Miller Lite, assorted wines and wine coolers and again this year…Grand River Brewery’s 313 Polish Lager!  Raffles, raffles and more raffles!  One of the top prizes is $2500 CASH!  Vendor tent!  Craft test!  And did we mention RAFFLES? And of course…the kids! There will be a kids area including fun games and activities and a bounce house. There will be pony rides and a petting zoo!   St. Joseph Social Center, 717 N. Waterloo.

25th Anniversary Season of The Michigan Shakespeare Festival.  Final weekend in Jackson!  Today King Lear at 3 PM (Talk Back follows performance).  Baughman Theater, Jackson College Potter Center.  Tickets: 517-796-8600 and at michiganshakespearefestival.com.

Public Planetarium Show:  Imagine the Moon.  Explore the many wonderful sights of our nearest celestial neighbor, the Moon! A brand new show developed by The Adler Planetarium, “Imagine the Moon” takes viewers on a trip to the Moon, while celebrating the 50th anniversary of humanity’s first steps on another world.   Now showing through September 29: “Imagine the Moon” Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. Sundays at 2:30 p.m. Located in the Hurst Planetarium. Tickets: $6 adults, $4 for children and Ella Sharp Museum members. Age 5 and under is FREE. Tickets available at the door.