Events of Thursday, July 27, 2023

10th Annual Back to School Bash.  Our biggest event yet!  On July 27, First United Methodist Church will host our 10th annual Back to School Blast, from 3:00 – 7:00 pm. Blast activities will be held at Horace Blackman Park, First United Methodist Church, and on Michigan Avenue in downtown Jackson. During this time each student attending will receive a backpack filled with school supplies. Also, lunch will be provided, additional supplies will be available at Community Agency tables along with information about their services. And there will be games & activities for kids of all ages.  Event page here.

The Green Market at Henry Ford.  Summer outdoor market:  Thursdays 9 AM – 2 PM. Corner of E. Mich. Ave. & Waterloo St., Jackson.  We focus on natural, sustainable Michigan produce and products.  All foods and products sold at The Green Market at Henry Ford Allegiance Health are grown and/or produced in Michigan using little or no pesticides, herbicides, inorganic fertilizers, or antibiotics.  This means healthier foods for the greater Jackson community and less pollution for our rivers and lakes.

Sounds of Summer at Cherry Creek Cellars. 6 PM to 9 PM.  Join us this Summer for our Thursday night music series: Sounds of Summer Presented by Visit Lenawee!  Every Thursday (June – August) from 6 – 9 PM on the Cherry Creek stage, enjoy some of the best solo & duo acts around. This year’s lineup will include new and returning faces.  Full Cafe’ & Beverage Menu Available. This week’s music (Thursday, July 27) by Ethan Time.  View the whole summer music series (Thu, Fri, & Sat) on our website: cherrycreekwine.com/summermusic/.  11500 Silver Lake Highway, Brooklyn.

Summer Night Sky.  4 PM.  Join us at the Hurst as we transform the dome into the night sky! This is a live presentation where you will learn about some of the constellations that you can find in the Summer months as well as tips and tricks to get around the night sky.  Hurst Planetarium, Ella Sharp Museum.  Event page here. 

Nixon Water Park.  The City of Jackson Nixon Water Park season is now underway.  Hours are Monday thru Saturday 11 AM to 3 PM, session price $5.  3:30 PM to 6:30 PM, session price $4.  Senior Swim:  Tuesday and Friday, 9 AM to 10:30 AM, session price $2.  Closed Sundays.  400 E. North Street at Cooper Street, Jackson.

Cascades Humane Society Wine & Whiskers.  Summer breezes. Delicious wine. Good food. Great company.  Wine and Whiskers, Cascades Humane Society’s wine and food pairing event, is back this summer at Sandhill Crane Vineyards! During the months of July and August, you can participate in this fun event and raise money for the animals in our care.  With your $35 ticket purchase, you receive a wine flight sampler or a full glass pour, a personal charcuterie snack plate, and a commemorative wine glass!  You can purchase your ticket online by clicking here! Your ticket will be an E-Ticket and delivered electronically to your email inbox. Just show our friends at Sandhill Crane Vineyards your ticket and get ready for a purrr-fect Wine and Whiskers experience! Tickets can be redeemed any time Sandhill Crane Vineyards is open in July and August.