Events of Thursday, December 1, 2022

Jackson College and MLK Center Educational Partnership Official Opening.  3 PM.  The City of Jackson’s Martin Luther King Center and Jackson College are working together to bring college classes closer to home for city residents and workers.  The community is invited to celebrate the unveiling and opening of Jackson College’s partnership location with Jackson’s Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Center. A short program is set for 3 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1, at the MLK Center, 1107 Adrian St., Jackson, MI 49203.  Jackson College began offering classes at the MLK Center in 2019, an intentional effort to connect with the City of Jackson and bring college classes to students living in the inner-city area. While the pandemic put in-person classes on hold, the College began offering classes again this past fall. Students may enroll in courses leading to an entrepreneurship certificate. With renovations complete on the MLK Center and the recent installation of a sign signifying the partnership, Jackson and the College are excited to continue these efforts.  All are welcome at this partnership celebration. There will be a short program and light refreshments.  Classes are currently enrolling for both the spring and summer semesters. To learn more about MLK Center location offerings or any JC classes, contact Student Services at 517.796.8425 or visit jccmi.edu.

Wine Down for Dogs.  4 PM to 8:30 PM.  One North Kitchen and Bar.  Love From Louie invites you to a special evening of saving dogs. Enjoy wine pairings, a pop-up art gallery, silent auction items and most importantly raising money for an amazing dog rescue. Don’t miss this wonderful evening of fun and friendship. BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW!!!! Tickets are available for purchase online thru Eventbrite or in person (cash or check only) at I’ve Been Framed. Tickets will be available at the door the evening of the event. We look forward to seeing you!!!! One North Kitchen & Bar, 2115 Bondsteel, Jackson. 

Community Coffee Time.  Join us for a cup of coffee and some conversation!  Summit Branch: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 2-5 PM. (Click here for the Summit Branch activities schedule.)  Carnegie Library: Wednesdays, 10-11:30 AM.

Nite Lites DRIVE THRU CHRISTMAS LIGHT SHOW.  Now thru Dec. 31, 2022.  OPEN EVERY DAY INCLUDING HOLIDAYS.  Time: 5:30 pm – 9 pm Sunday thru Thursday,  5:30 pm – 10:00 pm Friday & Saturday.  Pricing: $30 per car/vehicle (Sun – Thurs), $35 per car/vehicle (Fri & Sat), $45 per limo/motorhome/mini bus, $100 per tour bus.  Accept Cash and all Major Credit Cards.  Michigan International Speedway.  TWO US-12 Entrances:  WEST bound use Lot 8 Entrance, EAST bound use Graves Farm Entrance.  ALL ABOARD! The NiteLites Express.  Introducing the Nite Lites Express! Purchase by bench (4 people fit per bench).   Details, tickets, map here.

DDA Holiday Window Decorating Contest.  Downtown Jackson is celebrating the holidays with creative window displays at stores, restaurants and other businesses/organizations throughout the Downtown.  This year’s theme is “Winter Wonderland”.  You are invited to vote for your favorite window display on social media.  Voting runs though December 21 and winners announced on December 23.  Visit Downtown Jackson!

Horizon Exhibit.  The Ella Sharp Museum is thrilled to be the premier location for this amazing new traveling exhibition from the Museum of Special Art (MOSA).  The Horizon Exhibition features an eclectic collection of realistic, modern and abstract works from 18 different artists from across the U.S., Spain, and Canada. This exhibition is one that will truly leave you inspired as our community celebrates the gifts and talents of artists of differing abilities. The Ella Sharp Museum is dedicated to embracing and sharing artwork from all individuals. This exhibition is an example of inclusivity of work from a variety of artists of all ages with various experiences and abilities.  Open during museum hours.