Events of Thursday, June 3, 2021

The Green Market of Jackson. This is the 10th year for The Green Market at HFAH.  Fresh produce, baked goods, meats, farms, and vendors. The Green Market features natural and sustainable local products.  All food and products sold at The Green Market at Allegiance Health are grown and 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.  9 AM to 2 PM.  Corner of State Street and East Michigan Avenue, Jackson.

Jackson College Jets Village Zoom Information Session.  Interested college students with families are invited to learn more about Jackson College’s innovative residence life initiative, now called the Jets Village family residences. Virtual information sessions are planned June 3, 16 or 22, online via Zoom at 9 a.m. and 12 noon.  Unique among community colleges, the College has offered student housing for traditional-aged single students since 2007. These individual family homes allow even more students to live on campus and succeed in their education. Family residences will be open to:

·       Single students with dependent children;

·       Legally married students with dependent children;

·       Domestic partners with dependent children.

To qualify, students should be enrolled full-time in the fall, winter, and spring semesters. Housing contracts will be 12-month terms to encourage completion of an associate degree and provide stable housing for families. The maximum capacity is five persons; ADA compliant homes can house three persons. Students must participate in tutoring and success coaching in addition to classes.  To register for a session, visit https://www.jccmi.edu/residence-life/family-housing/. There, you may enter your name and the meeting link will be sent to you. For questions, e-mail JCHousing@jccmi.edu.    To apply to live on campus or learn more, visit https://www.jccmi.edu/campus-view-student-housing/family-housing/

Jackson County Student Art Show.  The Jackson County Student Art Show is presented online. Jackson Art Teachers are excited to celebrate the amazing artwork from the talented students from the Jackson area. The judging is now complete. Congratulations to all of the award winners! Thank you to the judges!   See the artwork from students from area schools.  The show includes public and private schools in Jackson County. Middle and high school students receive ribbons from a panel of judges. It is sponsored by the #jxnartteachers  See the show here.  

Voices and Votes:  Democracy in America.  Lost Railway Museum, Downtown Grass Lake.  Voices and Votes is based on a major exhibition currently on display at the Smithsonian National Museum of American History. This Museum on Main Street adaptation will have many of the same dynamic features: historical and contemporary photos; educational and archival video; engaging multimedia interactives with short games and additional footage, photos, and information; and historical objects like campaign souvenirs, voter memorabilia, and protest material.  How do you participate as a citizen? From the revolution and suffrage to civil rights and casting ballots, everyone in every community is part of this ever-evolving story – the story of democracy in America.  May 15 to June 27.

Cascades Humane Society 4th Annual Wine & Whiskers.  Enjoy this annual event in a new format.  During May and June, purchase your tickets at chspets.org and enjoy food, wine, and friends in an intimate setting at Sandhill Crane Vineyards.  Presented by Lammer’s Heating & Air Conditioning.  Tickets are just $30 and can be purchased on the website by clicking the ticketing link. Included in your ticket, are 2 glasses of wine, 1 individual charcuterie plate (vegetarian options are available), 1 commemorative wine glass, special gifts from the sponsors, entry into the grand prize drawing, PLUS access to an exclusive, virtual, behind-the-scenes look at Sandhill Crane.   Tickets may be redeemed at Sandhill Crane Vineyards anytime in the months of May & June during their normal operating hours.

Invent, Innovate, Imagine! Registration.  Invent, Innovate, Imagine! is designed for K-12 youth throughout Jackson, offering access to out-of-the-ordinary, hands-on STEM activities throughout the summer. Students can participate in live sessions that cover basic robotics, intro and advanced coding, software programming, identifying invasive species, the science of sound, and more! Each session includes hands-on STEM materials; including arts & crafts, robotics, and software; and gives students tools to stay engaged with learning throughout the summer!   The program is made possible by the Jackson Area Manufacturers Association, the Jackson County Intermediate School District, The Shop Rat Foundation, INNOVATE Albion, the Jackson District Library, and Spring Arbor University’s Engineering Department.  A complete schedule and signup link at i3jackson.com. The registration deadline is June 11th.

Jackson District Library Summer Reading Program.  The Summer Reading Program is under way and we’re kicking off a summer of Tails & Tales with a Pets Caught Reading Photo Contest. Enter a photo of your furry, feathered or scaly friends reading your favorite book for the chance to win a gift card to a local pet store.  Photos can be submitted June 7-11 to marketing@myjdl.com and winners will be announced June 14. For more information and contest FAQs, click here.

Spring Arbor University Summer Sports Camps Registration.  Spring Arbor University is hosting 2021 Summer Sports Camps in July and July in the following areas:

• Baseball
• Basketball
• Cheer
• Golf
• Soccer
• Tennis
• Volleyball

Camp dates, offerings, and ages vary. Camps are available for kids age 4 through their senior year of high school.  Get the details, dates and registration information HERE.

Run, Walk, Roll.  Let’s all get healthy together!  disability Connections presents this virtual fundraiser event to increase activity, healthy eating, celebrate success and raise funds to support dC programs.  Prizes for top fundraisers!  May 21 to June 7.  Sign up individually or as teams.  Registration and information at give.disabilityconnect.org/runwalkroll.  This fundraiser benefits Loan Closet, Ramps, Fix-dis, Respite, and Access For All.

Step to the Beat Virtual 5K.  American 1 Credit Union and Jackson YMCA members can use code “MEMBER5” for $5 off registration.  This virtual 5K benefits the American Heart Association.  An event of the Henry Ford Allegiance Health “Get Moving!” 5K Run/Walk Series.  Step to the beat and visit jacksonymca.org to register today!