Events of Thursday, June 29, 2023

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.

Jackson College Summer Concert Series.  11:55 AM.    Another JC Summer Band Camp is wrapping up after 10 days. Directed by Professor Dan Bickel, more than 70 children will perform a finale Thursday on the Potter Center Back Patio at 11:55 a.m. The concert is free.

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 (Thurs., June 29) by:  Tiffany & Marcus Shelton.  View the whole summer music series (Thu, Fri, & Sat) on our website: cherrycreekwine.com/summermusic/.  11500 Silver Lake Highway, Brooklyn.

My First Look at the Stars.  12 PM.  This is an interactive live presentation meant especially for kids! Children will learn about the sun and the moon and a few basic constellations as well!  Hurst Planetarium, Ella Sharp Museum.  Event page here.

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.

Kiwanis Summer Film Series “Super Mario Brothers”.  Movie at 11 AM and 2 PM.  Doors open one half hour before show times.  Super Mario Brothers:  With help from Princess Peach, Mario gets ready to square off against the all-powerful Bowser to stop his plans from conquering the world.  Admission $1, Kids Combo, pop and popcorn, $5.  Michigan Theatre, Downtown Jackson.

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.

Food Truck Thursday at John Ganton’s Countryside.  11 AM to 6 PM.  John Ganton’s Countryside presents Food Truck Thursdays during the month of June. Join us for delicious food weekly!  Today’s truck:  Rollin’ Hoagies.  2388 Robinson Road, Jackson.

AWARE Kids Summer Clothing Drive.  Help us support the children at the Aware Shelter! Every donation of new kids clothing, shoes, and/or underwear gets one entry to win 4 tickets to see Nathaniel Rateliff on August 4, 2023. This directly impacts children here in Jackson, MI please help us BE the difference!Donations can be dropped off at Nevermore Decor Store, 143 East Michigan Ave, Downtown Jackson. Regular business hours.   New Clothes Only!  Drive runs through the month of June.

Gear Up:  The Science of Bikes.  New exhibit now open at Ella Sharp Museum.  From schoolyards and mountain trails to bustling city streets, we encounter bicycles nearly every day. Since its inception in the late 19th century, the bicycle has affected how people live, work, and play. Its popularity has only grown over time, and it is as relevant today as it was 100 ago.  Visitors of GEAR UP will learn how bikes work, the science and technology behind the machine as well as the history and evolution of the bike and how bikes have impacted our culture.  Like the bicycle itself, this exhibition has been designed to appeal to people of all ages with diverse interests, from STEM to design to history to art.