Events of Thursday, November 6, 2025

Trinity Lutheran Church Harvest Dinner.  4:30 PM to 6:30 PM.  All are invited to this annual fall tradition!  Menu includes Roasted Pork, Homemade Applesauce, Green Beans, Real Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Yeast Rolls, Sauerkraut, Fresh Bak4ed Pumpkin or Apple Pie, Beverages.  Adults $14, Children ages 5-11 $6, preschoolers free.  122 West Wesley Street, Downtown Jackson.

Percussion Concussion 2025.  7:15 PM.   Harold Sheffer Music Hall, Potter Center, Jackson College. This annual showcase of rhythm and talent will feature the Detroit Lions Drumline along with an exciting lineup of area school drumlines, coming together for an unforgettable evening of energy, creativity, and community spirit. The Detroit Lions Drumline — the Honolulu Boom — will captivate the audience with their high-energy performance and will also offer pre-show clinics for participating high school drumline members, providing a unique learning opportunity. The event will culminate in a thrilling evening of school performances! Jackson College’s drumline will perform, as well as Addison High School, Columbia Central High School, The George Crockett Academy, Huron Valley High School, Jackson High School, Jonesville High School, Lumen Christi High School, Michigan Center High School, Napoleon High School, Northwest High School, Springport High School, Vandercook Lake High School and Western High School. Tickets are $15 each or two for $25, available at the Potter Center Box Office, by calling 517.796.8600, or at the door the night of the event. Event T-shirts will also be available for $15 each or two for $25.

Fall into Film:  Labyrinth (1986).   7 PM.  Lose yourself in a fantasy world of goblins, riddles, and impossible staircases in Jim Henson’s Labyrinth (1986). Sarah (Jennifer Connelly) has thirteen hours to solve a magical labyrinth and save her brother from the Goblin King (David Bowie). With dazzling puppetry, unforgettable visuals, and a soundtrack featuring Bowie himself, this film has become a beloved cult classic for dreamers of all ages.  Part of our Fall into Film Thursday night series. Doors open at 6:30 PM; the film begins at 7:00 PM. Tickets are $5 at the door; members attend free. Experience the magic on the big screen.  Michigan Theatre, Downtown Jackson.

Vista Grande Villa Jackson Coffee Hour.  9 AM.  The Jackson Coffee Hour is a networking group of professionals committed to the wellbeing of older adults, caregivers, and their families. Our diverse group shares insights and collaborative efforts and informational events. The location of this monthly group varies, please check schedules. This month the group will meet in the VGV Rose Room at 9:00 am Thursday November 6th.  2251 Springport Road, Jackson.

Song of Victory:  Senior Recital, Alaina Cook. 7 PM.  Join us in celebrating mezzo-soprano Alaina Cook as she presents her senior recital, Song of Victory! This recital will be highlighting Alaina’s expressive voice, love for Jesus, and her musical excellence through a selection of vocal works and a worship songs.  Location: White Auditorium, Spring Arbor University  Come support Alaina and enjoy an evening of great music!

2025 Art à Loan Public Reception.  6 PM to 8 PM.  Join us in celebrating the achievements of our 2025 Art à Loan students and the Jackson District Library’s Young Poets during our Art à Loan Public Reception! Learn more about 2025 Art à Loan here.  Ella Sharp Museum.

UPCOMING EVENTS:

JACKSON EARLY EDUCATORS CONFERENCE

Sat., Nov. 15, Western High School

Caregivers, preschool teachers and early childhood educators – this one’s for you!

The Jackson Early Educators Conference is happening Saturday, November 15 at Western High School, and it’s packed with more than two dozen hands-on sessions – plus a keynote from award-winning children’s musician and author Jim Gill!

You’ll earn 6 hours of Mi-Registry credit, get a free signed book, enjoy breakfast and lunch, and leave with real ideas you can use in your classroom.

It’s just 50 bucks, but spots are almost gone — so don’t wait!

Register online today at greatstartjackson.org