Events of Thursday, August 2, 2018

Jackson County Teen Expo.  Henry Ford Allegiance Sports Medicine is partnering with the Jackson YMCA to host a Teen Expo at the downtown YMCA today from 4 to 8 p.m. Sports physicals will be provided for $20 (cash or check accepted); parents must be on hand to sign medical forms. This fun-filled Expo features 24 vendor booths, food, games, prizes and BIG giveaways, including tickets to the Detroit Pistons, Cedar Point and much more!

The Kiwanis Summer Kids Series presents “Incredibles 2” at The Michigan Theatre.   Admission is $1.00 Doors open one half hour before film.  11 AM and 2 PM.  Kids combos available for $4.00.

Tobacco & You:  Learn How to Quit Smoking.  Learn about healthy living and how to quit smoking with this free smoking cessation group.  Every Thursday, 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM, LifeWays Meeting Rooms(Entrance at the back of the building).  LifeWays, 1200 North West Avenue.

Red Cross Blood Drive.  12 PM to 5:45 PM, First Church of the Nazarene, 3905 Clinton Road,  Jackson.   After issuing an emergency call for blood and platelet donors in early July, the American Red Cross continues to face an emergency blood shortage. Eligible donors of all blood types are urged to give now. As a special thank you, all those who come to donate blood or platelets through Aug. 30, 2018, will receive a $5 Amazon Gift Card via email.

Ella’s Patio Party presented by Rehmann.  Please join us at Ella Sharp Museum for Ella’s Patio Parties with live music, appetizers from local favorites, and a cash bar. It’s the perfect way to unwind on a summer evening with friends and family.   5:30-7:30 p.m. Patio Parties are free for members and $5 for non-members. All ages are welcome.  Entertainment tonight by Steve Berkemeier with snacks by Lisa Spampinato, In the Kitchen.

Zumba Under the Stars.  Join the party at The Cascades, presented by the Jackson YMCA, The Cascades, and Jackson County Health Department.  General admission $8 for individuals, $15 for families.  YMCA members $4 individuals, $10 for families.  This event begins at 8 PM and will be held Thursdays through August 30.

Book Signing.  Steampunk Eddie will be signing his newly published book, “This Crazy Mind”, today from 4 PM to 8 PM at Grand River Brewery.  Stop in and meet the author.  Books will be available for sale.