Events of March 15, 16, and 17, 2024

Friday, March 15

State Representative Kathy Schmaltz Office Hours.  State Rep. Kathy Schmaltz invites residents to sit down and chat during her March office hours in Jackson and Washtenaw counties. Local office hours are an opportunity for community members to meet face-to-face with Schmaltz to share their thoughts, questions, or concerns. No appointments are necessary to attend. This month, Schmaltz will be available Friday, March 15, at the following times and locations:

• From 11 a.m. to noon in the McIntyre Room at Carnegie Library, 244 W. Michigan Ave. in Jackson.
• From 1 to 2 p.m. at the Chelsea City Council chambers, located inside the Chelsea Police Department at 311 South Main St. in Chelsea.

Anyone unable to attend who would like to share thoughts or concerns with Schmaltz may contact her office at (517) 373-1798 or email KathySchmaltz@house.mi.gov.

Center Stage Jackson’s Youth Theater musical “Disney’s Descendants.”  The performances are March 15th and 16th at 7pm and March 17th at 2pm at Middle School at Parkside. Tickets are $7 for adults and $4 for children. Tickets are cash only, and only available at the door 30 minutes before each performance.  Youth Theater is for 3rd through 9th graders in Jackson County wishing to get familiar with theater productions in a hands-on manner.

Michigan Gem & Mineral Society Annual Rock, Mineral & Fossil Show.  The Michigan Gem and Mineral Society’s Annual Rock, Mineral and Fossil Show is our annual fundraiser to raise funds to award at least two $1000 scholarships to students from Jackson and surrounding counties pursuing degrees in Earth Science and the Lapidary Arts. There will be rock, mineral and fossil dealers, demonstrators, kids activities (sponsored by Consumers Energy), raffle, silent auction, handicrafters, displays and much more. This is one of the most popular shows in Michigan with excellent dealers. There is something for everyone and it is a family friendly event.  American 1 Event Center, Keeley Park, Downtown Jackson.   Times: Friday 10:00am – 7:00pm (Veterans admitted free on Friday), Saturday 10:00am – 6:00pm, Sunday 11:00am – 5:00pm.  Admission Cost: Adults $5, Seniors (62) $3, Kids – Students $2, Under 5 Free, Scouts in uniform Free.

Winter Market. The First Ever “Second Season” Winter Market!With over 20 of our original vendors.  Fridays 10:00AM – 3:00PM.  November Through April at Found Church, 141 E. Michigan Avenue, Jackson – Next to RJ’s Metropolitan Ice Cream.

St. Mary Star of the Sea Fish Fry.  St. Mary Star of the Sea Church, 120 E Wesley St, Jackson.  Fridays through Lent from 4-7 pm.  $16.00 per dinner.  Dinner to include:  3 Pieces of your choice of Hand Battered Fried Atlantic Cod to Baked Atlantic Cod, Homemade Mac-n-Cheese, Seasoned Potato Wedges, and Homemade Coleslaw. Our 6th Grade class will be selling Soda/Pop for $2.00. Proceeds are to go towards their Annual Class Trip. You are welcomed to dine in with us in Star Hall or pick-up your meal in our drive-thru. Our drive-thru entrance is off from Franklin Street thru the alley. Please note that Wesley Street is blocked off at the alleyway.

Polish Falcons Fish Fry.  Cost: $15/per person.  Ages 6-10: $10.  Ages 5 & under: Free.  Includes: 3-pieces of fish (baked/fried), mac & cheese, baked potato, pasta salad, coleslaw and dessert.  DINE-IN DOWNSTAIRS ONLY….OR TAKEOUT.  Jackson, MI Polish Falcons Nest 336, 1423 Joy Ave, Jackson.

Saturday, March 16

Shamrock Shuffle.  12:30 PM.  Horace Blackman Park, W Michigan Ave & S Jackson St, Jackson.  The Jackson YMCA is proud to present the 2024 Shamrock Shuffle 5kRun/Walk! Kick-off St. Patty’s Day with a brisk run or walk through downtown Jackson. Keep an eye out on the course for festive Shamrock’s welcoming you into supporting businesses offering specials for race participants. Proceeds from the Shamrock Shuffle benefit the Jackson YMCA’s FOR ALL program. Race proceeds will be distributed to youth, adults, seniors and families to participate in programs like swim lessons, after-school programs, and chronic disease prevention programs.  Pricing: $30 from 3/1 to 3/17 (no shirt guaranteed), $40 on race day 3/17 (no shirt).  Awards: Medals for prizes with embroidered waist bag to the first place in each age group for men and for women.  Packet Pickup: 3/15 from 8:00 am pm to 2:00 pm at the Jackson YMCA, 127 W. Wesley St., Jackson, MI. Race day starting at 11:30 am at the race location – Downtown Jackson at South Jackson Street and West Michigan Ave.  Register here.

St.  Patrick’s Day Weekend at Grand River Brewery.  All day!  Grand River Brewery Jackson, 117 W Louis Glick Hwy, Jackson.  Come celebrate with us all day long both Saturday and Sunday.  We will have Irish food specials, Irish cocktails and of course green 313!  There will be lots of other activities to enjoy, games, raffles and Live Music!

St. Patrick’s Day at Nite Lite.  Nite Lite, 145 W Pearl St, Jackson.  Saturday, March 16, 2024.  Open 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM.  Special menu features Irish Bomb, Green Tea, Green Pint, Irish Stout, Reuben Eggrolls, Cottage Pie, and Reuben n’ Fries.

Spin Doctors in Concert  7 PM.  A Spin Doctors concert can’t be wrong! Don’t miss these rock ‘n’ roll favorites when they hit the stage at the Potter Center at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 16!   Alternative rock band the Spin Doctors are best known for their 1990s hits, “Two Princes,” and “Little Miss Can’t Be Wrong.” These peaked on the Billboard Hot 100 charts at #7 and #17. While there were many blues rockers around New York in the early ‘90s, only the Spin Doctors made it big. Cleverly written singles with pop-blues melodies caught on. Their album “Pocket Full of Kryptonite” was around nearly a year before MTV and radio picked it up. They began playing “Little Miss Can’t Be Wrong” and the iconic “Two Princes.” Once the songs were out, their popularity couldn’t be stopped. The Spin Doctors became something of an overnight sensation, selling millions of albums around the world. The album sold over five million copies in the U.S. and another five million overseas. The band appeared on the cover of “Rolling Stone.” They even appeared on “Sesame Street” — with Count von Count singing “Little Miss Count Along.  Tickets are on sale now from the Potter Center Box Office, starting at $30. Visit jccmi.edu/pottercenter or call 517.796.8600.

Center Stage Jackson’s Youth Theater musical “Disney’s Descendants.”  The performances are March 15th and 16th at 7pm and March 17th at 2pm at Middle School at Parkside. Tickets are $7 for adults and $4 for children. Tickets are cash only, and only available at the door 30 minutes before each performance.  Youth Theater is for 3rd through 9th graders in Jackson County wishing to get familiar with theater productions in a hands-on manner.

Monday’s Supper Celtic Quartet.  On March 16, Tecumseh Center for the Arts hosts MONDAY’S SUPPER, three-time “Top Duo” Irish Music Award Nominee, and winner of the 2014 Celtic Album of the Year. With five albums together, Siusan O’Rourke and Zig Zeitler will bring their music to our stage in celebration of the High Holy Day in March. Monday’s Supper is celebrated for their ability to morph seamlessly from treasured, timeless songs to contemporary, from Irish traditional to American roots, bringing their audiences an evening of music that is fully experienced and long cherished.  Info and tickets here.

JSO Music on Tap:  Irish Festival.  Dàimh, the Gaelic word for Connection, perfectly describes the electrifying musical interplay between this band’s individual members and portrays the interaction with audiences attending their breathtaking live shows around the world. Formed over 20 years ago the group has embodied the current wave of resurgence in Gaelic culture; the current lineup includes younger musicians that have progressed and joined the 3 remaining founding members to continue the cycle of the tradition.  Doors Open at 7:00 PM  Venue: Weatherwax Hall, 215 W. Michigan Ave., Jackson.  Jackson Symphony Orchestra.  Tickets here.

St. Patrick’s Day Mother and Son Dance.  6 – 9 pm.  Commonwealth Commerce Center, 209 East Washington Ave., Jackson.  Dancing with DJ Dr. Seag spinning tunes.  Cookie decorating-included with the price of the ticket.  Bracelet making-included with the price if the ticket.  Other special surprises!  Mothers and Sons of all ages as well as grandmas, aunts, guardians, welcome. Be sure to wear green so you don’t get pinched.  Details and tickets here.

Michigan Gem & Mineral Society Annual Rock, Mineral & Fossil Show.  The Michigan Gem and Mineral Society’s Annual Rock, Mineral and Fossil Show is our annual fundraiser to raise funds to award at least two $1000 scholarships to students from Jackson and surrounding counties pursuing degrees in Earth Science and the Lapidary Arts. There will be rock, mineral and fossil dealers, demonstrators, kids activities (sponsored by Consumers Energy), raffle, silent auction, handicrafters, displays and much more. This is one of the most popular shows in Michigan with excellent dealers. There is something for everyone and it is a family friendly event.  American 1 Event Center, Keeley Park, Downtown Jackson.   Times: Friday 10:00am – 7:00pm (Veterans admitted free on Friday), Saturday 10:00am – 6:00pm, Sunday 11:00am – 5:00pm.  Admission Cost: Adults $5, Seniors (62) $3, Kids – Students $2, Under 5 Free, Scouts in uniform Free.

Sunday, March 17

St.  Patrick’s Day Weekend at Grand River Brewery.  All day!  Grand River Brewery Jackson, 117 W Louis Glick Hwy, Jackson.  Come celebrate with us all day long both Saturday and Sunday.  We will have Irish food specials, Irish cocktails and of course green 313!  There will be lots of other activities to enjoy, games, raffles and Live Music!

Center Stage Jackson’s Youth Theater musical “Disney’s Descendants.”  The performances are March 15th and 16th at 7pm and March 17th at 2pm at Middle School at Parkside. Tickets are $7 for adults and $4 for children. Tickets are cash only, and only available at the door 30 minutes before each performance.  Youth Theater is for 3rd through 9th graders in Jackson County wishing to get familiar with theater productions in a hands-on manner.

St. Patrick’s Day Brunch Block Party.  Celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day with Ogma Brewing Co from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.! Start the day with our special brunch (10 a.m. – 4 p.m.), featuring corned beef hash, eggs benedict, salmon lox on potato pancakes, French toast, and more. Don’t miss the release of our coffee stout on nitro.  Enjoy live music in the beer garden with JP & The Energy (1:30-3:30), Flowers on the Grave (12:45-1:15), and Something Missing acoustic (12:00-12:30), in collaboration with Apex Sports & Entertainment. Plus, enter to win festival tickets to Aces & Eights Fest (country), Rockin’ the Tee Box Fest (rock), and Havoc Fest (punk/hardcore).  129 E Michigan Ave., Jackson.  Join us for a day of great beer, food, and bands!

Paddock Hubbard House Celtic Fest.  Sunday, March 17.  2-5 pm.  2:00 Universalist Church.  3:00 Tours and reception at Paddock Hubbard House, 200 Hanover St, Concord.

Ken Medema Concert.  4 PM.  Come join us on March 17 at 801 S. Mechanic St., Jackson, MI to share an afternoon of music and stories with friends.  Presented by St. John’s UCC, Westminster Presbyterian Church and the United Center for Caring.  TICKETS – $15 at the door.  Doors will open at 3:15 PM.  This is a fundraiser/friendraiser to benefit Jackson’s resident’s in need.  Event page here.

Michigan Gem & Mineral Society Annual Rock, Mineral & Fossil Show.  The Michigan Gem and Mineral Society’s Annual Rock, Mineral and Fossil Show is our annual fundraiser to raise funds to award at least two $1000 scholarships to students from Jackson and surrounding counties pursuing degrees in Earth Science and the Lapidary Arts. There will be rock, mineral and fossil dealers, demonstrators, kids activities (sponsored by Consumers Energy), raffle, silent auction, handicrafters, displays and much more. This is one of the most popular shows in Michigan with excellent dealers. There is something for everyone and it is a family friendly event.  American 1 Event Center, Keeley Park, Downtown Jackson.  Sunday 11:00am – 5:00pm.  Admission Cost: Adults $5, Seniors (62) $3, Kids – Students $2, Under 5 Free, Scouts in uniform Free.