Events of Monday, September 14, 2020

Jackson County Early College Virtual Informational Meetings.  Parents of 8th, 9th, 10th, and 11th graders.  Learn how your child could earn a certificate, an Associate’s degree, or up to 60 transferable credits at little to no cost to families.  Today at 6 PM.  If you are interested in taking advantage of this unique educational opportunity and have questions prior to the parent meetings, speak to your child’s high school counselor or contact info@jxncec.org.  RSVP at info@jxncec.org.  Also on September 23 and October 1.

8th Annual Around the Park for Autism 5K Run/Walk Virtual Event.  September 12-19.  Jackson Autism Support Network brings help and hope to local families affected by autism.  Register online at www.JASN-MI.org or call 517-392-3093.

Henry Ford Allegiance Race to Health.  To protect the health and safety of participants, Henry Ford Allegiance Health will host its annual Race to Health as a virtual event in September 2020. Runners and walkers will choose a day within the range of September 12 through 26 to participate in the 5K run, 5K walk or 5-mile run individually. They will then report their times and be recognized for being part of this health-promoting community event.  Details on the virtual race and other run/walk events are available at HenryFord.com/Race. Registration is available online.  Anyone exercising away from home is encouraged to practice social distancing and wear a mask for their own protection and the safety of others.

Chronic Pain Path Workshop presented by Region 2 Area Agency on Aging.  While we might not have control over having a condition that gives us chronic pain, we can learn how to manage it and still live well.  Chronic Pain PATH is a 6-week ON-LINE workshop that teaches tools to better self-manage symptoms and side effects as we face the daily challenges of living with a chronic condition like arthritis, back pain, fibromyalgia, or other pain conditions.MONDAYS from 1:00 – 3:30pm  thru October 5, 2020  (no meeting on Labor Day)WHERE: ON-LINE THROUGH ZOOM.  COST=FREE!  CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ON-LINE  OR call Region 2 Area Agency on Aging to register at 517-592-1678

Salvation Army Food Pantry.  The Salvation Army of Jackson County Food Pantry Hours:  Regular Pantry Hours are 10 am-noon and 1-2 pm Monday through Thursday.  Food Boxes are available every 30 days.*In an emergency food may be provided from 2-4:30 pm -please call ahead – 517-782-7185.  The Fresh Food Initiative (FFI) is every Monday from 9-10:30 am -through September 28. FFI is closed on Labor Day.  FFI is available to any one in need – please bring ID.