Events of Thursday, August 20, 2020

Ella Sharp Museum Now Open.  New Exhibits, New Programming, & More Virtual Events to come!  Be the first to see Adapt Exhibit – Covid-19 experiences and the I Matter Photography Exhibit.Capacities are   limited and “4 Steps to a Safe & Healthy Visit” has been implemented to prioritize the health and safety of our community.

See two new exhibits:

Adapt is a Virtual & Physical Art Exhibition in response to COVID 19 now through October 18th. Through artwork, objects, video and written materials, Adapt reflects on perspectives of the Jackson community as it navigates the COVID 19 era.

👉 https://ellasharpmuseum.org/exhibits/adapt/

I Matter confronts the negative stereotypes and statistics and their impact on young African-American males. Creator of Linked Films & Photos, James Garner Jr. was inspired by his son Kobe, a 7 year boy who has already experience racial slurs and discrimination. Being part of the conversation for equality in 2020, Garner wants to inspire his son, as well as other African-American males to stand against institutional racism. Exhibit runs July 24th through September 20th, 2020.

👉 https://ellasharpmuseum.org/exhibits/i-matter/

Jackson Public Schools Kindergarten & Young Fives Round-Up.  August 17-20, 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM.  Masks MUST be worn at all times.  Events will be outside rain or shine.  Free T-shirts will be available and two bikes will be given away.  Must arrive by last name of child in these time slots:  A-G  4:30 to 5:30 PM.  H-N 5:30 to 6:30 PM.  O-Z  6:30 to 7:30 PM.  Thursday, 8/20:  Cascades and JPS Montessori.  Register online at jpsk12.org/apply.

Steve Berkemeier at Mancino’s.  A special Thursday Night on the Patio. Get an early start to your weekend while enjoying all your favorite food, drinks and music while taking in a great pure Michigan sunset in the fresh air setting of Mancino’s new patio. Steve gets started at 6. Bring your family. Bring your friends. Mancino’s, 3017 Wildwood, Jackson.

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.

Allskate Fun Center “Rent the Rink” Private Parties.  Allskate Fun Center is now booking private events for 10 – 25 people. 90 min. time slots are available. Please call 517-787-8716 to reserve your time today. Please click this link for times and prices.

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

Family Fun Events hosted by Girls Scouts Heart of Michigan.  Check out all of our family event offerings and sign-up for the one that’s right for you!  Animal Dance Party, Flowers to Frame, Robot Building Party, Mystery of Tarjar Game.  Visit gshom.org/events.