Friday, November 6, 2020
Stop 22: Veterans Day Summit. On average 22 veterans a day die from suicide. Having feelings of sadness, worry or anger are human, but it doesn’t have to be your new normal. Together we can prevent 22 service members lost a day. The Jackson County Suicide Prevention Coalition is hosting a virtual veterans summit on Friday, October 6, 2020 at 5:30 pm. A night dedicated to hope & healing for our vets that will feature speakers with personal experience and professionals with resources and support. Free to attend. Sign up at the ticket link to receive the Zoom link. https://www.lifewayscmh.org/veterans
Cougar Track & Field Service Project. SAU Track is collecting donations for the Jackson Interfaith Shelter. We pray that you find it in your heart to donate to this amazing organization. Items can be dropped off at the Cougar Den, MAC Lobby and Track and Field Office. Items needed:
- To-Go Food Containers
- Winter Gloves
- Towels
- Copy Paper
- Air Freshener
- Bic Wite-Out
- Infant and Baby Activity Walker
- Cereal
- Oatmeal
- Children’s Books
- Canned Goods
Other items are welcome. Items can be ordered and sent to SAU Track and Field Office, 106 E. Main Street, Spring Arbor, MI 49283.
Jackson Storyfest. This year, the Jackson District Library is working with professional storytellers to bring the 33rd annual Jackson Storyfest virtually to schools, senior centers, and homes. The complete schedule of events including workshops, storytelling sessions, and the Storyfest Showcase is below.
Silver Tales: Songs and Stories for the Young at Heart
Nov. 5-18
“Gemini” – twin brothers San and Laz Slomovits, along with special guest Emily – will perform a mix of classic songs of the 60s and show tunes from Broadway musicals. This prerecorded video is available until November 18 on JDL’s Facebook Page and YouTube Channel.
Storytelling Sessions
Nov. 5-18
Performances by storytellers from around Michigan will be shared in local schools for Preschool through 12th grade. These prerecorded videos will also be available for anyone to enjoy on our Facebook Page and YouTube Channel until Nov. 18.
Storyfest Showcase
6 PM Friday
The festival culminates 6 PM Friday, Nov. 6 with the Storyfest Showcase, featuring performances by storytellers Jenifer Strauss, Robin Nott, La’Ron Williams, Judy Sima, Kinetic Affect, and a musical finale by Jackson’s own Airtight. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind event and celebrate the magic of storytelling with us. This event will be available to enjoy on our Facebook Page and YouTube Channel until Nov. 18.
Liberty Township Fire Department Food Drive. Liberty Township Fire Department Food Drive will look a little different this year. They are collecting donations during normal business hours 8:00 am – 5:00 pm at Station 1 on Monday November 2nd – Friday November 6th. Now more than ever the shelves of local pantries need the community’s help. Please consider joining LTFD in their efforts to end local hunger. Click here to view the Facebook event page.
Saturday, November 7, 2020
2020 Adopt-A-Family Presented by Community Action Agency. Community Action Agency is seeking support the their 2020 Adopt-a-Family Campaign, to help make the holidays a little brighter for those who face the prospect of being unable to celebrate the season. Secure financial contributions can be made by clicking on the “Donate” button on the CAA website (www.caajlh.org) and then selecting “Adopt-a-Family Holidays 2020” from the drop- down menu. For those who still wish to shop, a list for an identified family will be provided by CAA. The families waiting to be adopted are from CAA’s tri-county service area which includes Jackson, Lenawee, and Hillsdale counties. Those wishing to adopt a family may make a secure donation through the “Donate” button on the CAA website (www.caajlh.org) or may also contact Steve York at (517) 539-8310 or by email at: syork@caajlh.org. Due to COVID-19, CAA is modifying the program this holiday season. In-person operations will be limited. If you would still like to adopt a family in the traditional way, this option may be available on a limited basis.
Vital to Victory Exhibit at Lost Railway Museum. How Motorwomen Challenged & Changed the World. Now through November 21. Admission $5. Vital to Victory features the often-untold lives of women in the rail industry, from early electric streetcar drives to modern locomotive engineers. Women were initially only granted entry to these jobs during World War I and World War II when male employees were drafted into service. Lost Railway Museum, Michigan Avenue, Downtown Grass Lake.
POSTPONED Bluegrass-ish Too. JSO Music on Tap presents part 2 of or annual Bluegrass-ish concert with Michigan’s own Thunderwude. This group can bounce between intricate original compositions, bluegrass standards, and current Billboard hits. 8 PM Weatherwax Hall, 215 West Michigan Avenue, Downtown Jackson. Visit jacksonsymphony.org to learn more and get your tickets to this limited capacity event. Phone: 517-782-3221.
Sunday, November 8, 2020
Spread the Joy Holiday Open House. 12 Noon to 6 PM. Please join the downtown retailers as they kick off this holiday season and spread some much needed joy throughout our community. There are many new stores that have opened this past year; visit downtown to check them out! There will be food trucks, a band, a warming tent with chairs and tables and so much more! Many stores will be participating in giveaways. With each donation, you will be entered into a drawing at that location. Donations will benefit Mama Tutu’s Winter Closet and The Aware Shelter. Food trucks, tent, and band will be located in the Blake Building parking lot, 180 West Michigan Avenue. Noon to 6 PM.
HS Football Regional Finals Scoreboard – Friday November 13th
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