Events of November 15, 16, and 17, 2019

November 15

Live Music at Jackson Coffee Company.  Popular local and regional acts take the 2nd floor stage every Friday evening.  7 PM to 10 PM.  Free.  Jackson Coffee Company, Mechanic and Cortland, Downtown Jackson.

Livability at the Meijer Branch.  Livability is an inclusive and accessible program for adults with all abilities. Join us every Friday at the Jackson District Library Meijer Branch for a different activity every week. November 15: Music Therapy with Rebekah Moilanen.  For more information, call the Meijer Branch at 517-788-4480.  10:30 AM, Meijer Branch, Jackson District Library.

The  Laugh Company Presents “The Improv Show”.   It’s comedy, it’s original, it’s built from audience suggestions. It’s BIG FUN. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. Show at 7:30 p.m. Admission is 9 Dollars at the door.  Michigan Theatre, Downtown Jackson.

Salvation Army Christmas 2019 Toys, Warm Clothes and Food Family Signup.  The Salvation Army of Jackson County (806 E. Pearl Street Jackson) is signing up families for its Christmas 2019 distribution of food, warm clothing & toys. This program offers families the extra support they need, providing warm clothing, toys for children age 0-14 years old and a plentiful Christmas food box with all the fixings for a special dinner.  The Christmas 2019 Food, Warm Clothing & Toy sign-up schedule today is 8:30 AM to 11 AM and 1 PM to 3 PM.

Jackson High School Theatre Department presents “Almost, Maine” by John Cariani.  A series of one act plays.  Jackson High School Auditorium.  7 PM.  Tickets $5 at the door.

Hanover Community Potluck.  Bring a passing dish and good dinner conversation! This event takes place on the 3rd Friday of November, December, and January at the Heritage Park Event Center. This is a great way to have a good hardy meal and get to know a few of your neighbors.  6 PM.

Les Miserables at Wharton Center.  7:30 PM.  Cameron Mackintosh presents the new production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg’s Tony® Award-winning musical phenomenon, Les Misérables, direct from the acclaimed two-and-a-half-year return to Broadway. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century France, Les Misérables tells an unforgettable story of heartbreak, passion, and resilience of the human spirit. Featuring the beloved songs “I Dreamed A Dream,” “On My Own,” “Stars,” “Bring Him Home,” “One Day More” and many others, this epic and uplifting story has become one of the most celebrated musicals in theatrical history.   Tickets at 1-800-WHARTON or WhartonCenter.com.

November 16

Jackson High School Theatre Department presents “Almost, Maine” by John Cariani.  A series of one act plays.  Jackson High School Auditorium.  7 PM.  Tickets $5 at the door.

MSU vs UM on the Big Screen!  Come out to The Michigan Theatre and watch the big game!  $3 Pounders ($3 for 16 ounces).  Hot dogs $2.  Doors open at 12:30 PM, kickoff at 1 PM.  Free Admission.

Holiday Craft and Vendor Show.  10 AM to 4 PM.  Annual Craft Show, come out and shop with A variety of vendors. Lots of Door Prizes!! Tickets given when you shop and grab a  Ticket just for stopping in!  Vendors will be posted and updated on the Facebook event page.  Hankerd Hills Golf Course, Resort Road, Pleasant Lake.

Old Time Radio Hour.  2 PM to 3:30 PM.  FREE live readings of vintage radio plays….-Suspicion, The Romance of Helen Trent. Our Miss Brooks.  Directed by Ann Green, brought to you by Center Stage Jackson’s Reader’s Theatre Series.  Experience these popular old-time radio shows brought to you live, without commercial interruption!  Jackson District Library’s Carnegie Branch Reading Room , 244 W. Michigan Ave.  Admission is free, with donations encouraged to continue the Reader’s Theatre Series.

Girl Scout Open House.  Have the ultimate girl-led experience! You will have the opportunity to choose which badges you earn or activities in which you participate based on a wide offering. Possible badges include: Space Science Explorer (Daisies); Space Science Adventurer, Inventor (Brownies); Space Science Investigator, Playing the Past, and Product Designer (Junior). You will also explore the museum, including Girl Scout memorabilia, and get popcorn from the historic popcorn wagon. No matter what you do, the adventure is up to you!  Registration is required through Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan  Grades:K-5.  Girl Fee:$25-$31.  1 PM to 5 PM, Ella Sharp Museum.

Les Miserables at Wharton Center.  7:30 PM.  Cameron Mackintosh presents the new production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg’s Tony® Award-winning musical phenomenon, Les Misérables, direct from the acclaimed two-and-a-half-year return to Broadway. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century France, Les Misérables tells an unforgettable story of heartbreak, passion, and resilience of the human spirit. Featuring the beloved songs “I Dreamed A Dream,” “On My Own,” “Stars,” “Bring Him Home,” “One Day More” and many others, this epic and uplifting story has become one of the most celebrated musicals in theatrical history.   Tickets at 1-800-WHARTON or WhartonCenter.com.

November 17

Sunday Brunch at One North Kitchen and Bar.  This Sunday marks the start of our NEW Sunday Brunch Buffet featuring our signature great food, a bloody mary bar, mimosas, and Ala Carte items available for the lighter diners. Please join us.  10 AM to 2 PM.  One North Kitchen and Bar, 2115 Bondsteel Dr., Jackson.

Jackson High School Theatre Department presents “Almost, Maine” by John Cariani.  A series of one act plays.  Jackson High School Auditorium.  3 PM.  Tickets $5 at the door.

Les Miserables at Wharton Center.  7:30 PM.  Cameron Mackintosh presents the new production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg’s Tony® Award-winning musical phenomenon, Les Misérables, direct from the acclaimed two-and-a-half-year return to Broadway. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century France, Les Misérables tells an unforgettable story of heartbreak, passion, and resilience of the human spirit. Featuring the beloved songs “I Dreamed A Dream,” “On My Own,” “Stars,” “Bring Him Home,” “One Day More” and many others, this epic and uplifting story has become one of the most celebrated musicals in theatrical history.   Tickets at 1-800-WHARTON or WhartonCenter.com.