Jackson Area Correctional Facilities Open House. 9 AM to 6 PM. 4000 Cooper Street, Jackson. The Michigan Department of Corrections is hiring officers statewide, with openings locally in Jackson. Get paid while you train! These positions offer competitive pay and state benefits. Come join our team! For more information on this open house, please email mdocjobs@michigan.gov. Apply on-site! We are offering on-the-spot application assistance and interviews! Dress attire should be worn for this interview.
The Michigan Theatre presents “The Big Lebowski”. 7 PM. “The dude abides!” The film’s signature drink will be offered to those with identification proving they are over 21 years of age. The “White Russian” drink will be offered for $5. There will be prizes offered. Doors open at 6:30 pm. Film begins at 7:00 pm. Admission is $5. Michigan Theatre Members receive FREE ADMISSION.
Jackson Chamber’s Women’s Week. Women’s Week is a weeklong celebration of the women in our community, highlighting some of the leaders that are trailblazing paths in industries such as healthcare, education, military service, manufacturing, technology, and entrepreneurship. This virtual event, hosted by the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce, includes daily virtual learning opportunities via zoom, morning videos by top community leaders, and a “Wall of Fame” to showcase women who deserve attention for the great work they do in our community every day. March 7-11. Women’s Week presented by Henry Ford Allegiance Health is a weeklong celebration of the women in our community, highlighting some of the leaders that are trailblazing paths in industries such as healthcare, education, military service, manufacturing, technology, and entrepreneurship. This event is sponsored by Henry Ford Allegiance Health and National Grid Renewables. It includes daily virtual learning opportunities via zoom, morning videos by top community leaders, and a “Wall of Fame” to showcase women who deserve attention for the great work they do in our community every day. Get notified on when each speaker is live by RSVPing to the Women’s Week Facebook event.
Non Profit Networking Hour. 11:30 AM. Virtual. Why is networking important? The work of nonprofits is hard, and connecting to like-minded people is important. Making and building connections with the right people in the nonprofit sector can be key to taking your organization in the direction you want it to go. This is an opportunity for all levels of nonprofit staff, board, volunteers, and sectors of a nonprofit to gather together, collaborate and share ideas. We want to provide a space for nonprofits to learn from one another and receive peer support. This group meets on the 2nd Thursday of every other month. Cost: This is a FREE networking opportunity! Please register so that you can receive the Zoom link.
Jive Colossus – 2 Hot Sets. 7:30 PM to 10 PM. The Irish Hills Roots and String Music Series, Jerry’s Pub & Restaurant present Jive Colossus. The Irish Hills Roots and String Music Series is a way to bring great live music to the Irish Hills while helping to fund The Brooklyn Food Pantry. Jerry’s Pub, 650 Egan Highway, Brooklyn.
Parents and Families of LGBTQ Support Group. 5:30 to 6:30 PM. A support group for parents, families, and allies of people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer. Get together to talk about how best to support your children, friends, and family members. We will be meeting upstairs in the McIntyre Room and on Zoom. Drop-in only no reservations needed. Youth meetup for middle and high school-aged youth in the Auditorium at the same time. Carnegie Branch, Jackson District Library.
East Jackson Community Schools Art Show. Check out the budding young artists in your community! East Jackson Community Schools will display artwork in the Knibloe Room from March 7-25. Stop in to put an award-winning ribbon on your favorite piece of art!
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