Events of September 25, 26, and 27, 2020

Friday, September 25, 2020

Grand Rivers Farmers Market.  The Jackson Downtown Development Authority presents the Grand River Farmers Market.  Local produce, crafts, flowers, plants, baked goods and more.  9 AM to 2 PM Friday and Saturday.  Corner of Glick and Mechanic, along the Grand River.  Please practice social distancing and wear a mask.  Every Friday and Saturday through October.

Jackson Community Foundation “Good News”.  Hear about the mission, results and community support from the Jackson Community Foundation in this virtual Facebook event.  Due to the pandemic, the annual gala is not being held and in its place, “Good News”.  Find us on Facebook @JacksonCommunityFoundation or at www.jacksoncf.org

Drive In Movie at Keeley Park.  Join us for Date Night!  200 West Ganson Street, enter off Blackstone (Jackson County Fairgrounds).  “50 First Dates” Purchase tickets at the gate only, $20 per vehicle.  Gates will open at 7:30pm. Entrance off Blackstone.  Did you even go to the movies if you don’t eat popcorn? Popcorn and other goodies will be available Drive-thru style before you enter the Drive-In.  Click on the link for additional details: https://fb.me/e/f1PbTjHAF

Tap Takeover by Ironbark Brewing at Ella Sharp Museum.  SOLD OUT! What better way to celebrate beer and history than with a tap takeover!  Join Ironbark Brewing Co. at Ella Sharp Museum for a tap takeover to support the museum and enjoy a socially distanced outdoor evening of beer, must, and food.  Enjoy Ironbark favorites and taste the museum’s exclusive beer, “Ella’s Elegant Orchard:  Peaches and Cream Wheat Ale”.  Music by Dan Bickel.  Must be 21 and over.  $20 cover charge per person.  Pre-packaged dinner from Kibby Cobb Deli and drinks available for purchase.  All proceeds benefit Ella Sharp Museum and Ironbark Brewing Co.  Tickets and details at ellasharpmuseum.org.

Golf United.  The weather is gorgeous! What better reason do you need for a round of golf? How about a round of golf that helps those in need in our community? That’s what Golf UNITED is all about! And we’re doing it in a socially distanced way!  Golf anytime between now and October 2 at Hankerd Hills.  Includes a goodie bag and meal at the club.  $100 per person, 4-person teams. Questions? Email sschiro@uwjackson.org.

School Age Child Care.  Jackson YMCA and Jackson Public Schools are partnering to offer school-age child care for young fives through fifth grade.  Beginning August 31, fee-based full-day and after-school care will be available at T.A. Wilson and financial assistance is available.  The program will adhere to safety guidelines and includes homework assistant and fun activities.  Due to distancing requirements, space is limited so sign up today at JacksonYMCA.org.

Jackson YMCA Outdoor Exercise Classes.  Join the outdoor group exercise classes at the downtown Jackson YMCA.  Free for members, $5 for most classes for non-members.  Bring a mat, water bottle and towel.  Complete schedule at jacksonymca.org

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.

Saturday, September 26, 2020

Grand Rivers Farmers Market.  The Jackson Downtown Development Authority presents the Grand River Farmers Market.  Local produce, crafts, flowers, plants, baked goods and more.  9 AM to 2 PM Friday and Saturday.  Corner of Glick and Mechanic, along the Grand River.  Please practice social distancing and wear a mask.  Every Friday and Saturday through October.

Lloyd & Doris Gauss Memorial Scholarship 4 Person Golf Scramble.  9 AM.  Gauss’ Green Valley Golf Course.  50/50 Draw, Prizes and Dinner.  $50 entry fee per golfer.  Sign up at Green Valley Golf Course.  Information:  Call 517-536-4476 or 517-764-0270.

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.   

Sunday, September 27, 2020

Found Church at the Park.  We will be hosting outdoor services at Cascades Park in front of the falls starting at 10 am.  We are so excited to be meeting again, and we want everyone to be there! So plan to bring your mask, be ready to social distance, but also be ready to worship God outdoors together!  Find out more at their Facebook page.