Events of Monday, October 13, 2025

Jackson College Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. 5 PM. Jackson College welcomes the college and community to celebrate a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Medical Simulation Center in Justin Whiting Hall on Monday, Oct. 13 at 5 p.m. The new Simulation Center expands hands-on healthcare education, building on the College’s Rawal Center for Health Professions. Medical simulation uses controlled, realistic scenarios to allow students to learn and practice skills in a safe environment — a growing field in healthcare education. Here, students will practice critical skills, teamwork, and even emotionally challenging situations in lifelike settings.  The ribbon-cutting ceremony will include brief comments, the cutting of the ribbon, an opportunity to walk through and tour the area, and light refreshments. Everyone is welcome.

Fall Into Film:  Gattaca. 7:15 PM.  In a future where genetic engineering determines social class and career prospects, Vincent Freeman is born “invalid”—naturally, without enhancements. To pursue his dream of space travel, he assumes the identity of a genetically superior man. As he inches closer to his goal, a murder investigation threatens to reveal his secret. Gattaca is a stylish, cerebral sci-fi drama that explores fate, ambition, and what it means to be human.  Presented as part of our Fall into Film series, sponsored by Jackson College. Doors open at 7:00?PM; the film begins at 7:15 PM. Admission is $5, and members receive a free medium combo.  Michigan Theatre, Downtown Jackson.

Weekly Mountain Bike Ride at Ella Sharp Park.  You are invited to bring your bike for a weekly mountain bike ride at Ella Sharp Park! Meet on Mondays at 5:30 pm, weather permitting. No RSVP required. Meet at Ella Sharp Museum parking lot.  Anyone is welcome, should be able to ride MTB trails with some basic understanding of offroad riding. Each ride will be between 10/12 miles, riders can come and go as needed.  All Ages are invited, but younger riders must have parents riding along with them.  Helmets are required.  Lights will be needed during weeks where sunset comes earlier.  E-bikes are welcome. For details, contact Pat and the staff at On Two Wheels, at 55O Laurence Ave, Jackson, MI 49202. Their phone number is (517) 789-6077. Visit On Two Wheels online at http://www.otwjackson.com.