Events of Thursday, September 18, 2025

HealthWise Free Community Health Screening & Wellness Event.  10 AM to 1 PM.  Take charge of your health — for free! Join us for HealthWise, a one-stop event offering valuable health screenings, wellness resources, and fun activities for all at Jackson College. Free Screenings & Services include:  Vascular screening – carotid arteries, abdominal aorta measurement*, Electrocardiogram (EKG), Glucose screening, Vital signs – blood pressure, heart rate, Diabetic foot screening, Lung health assessment, Oral cancer screening*, Indoor & outdoor Campus Walk, Health & Wellness Expo – connect with local resources, Blood Drive*, Raffles & giveaways, Heart healthy recipe taste testing, And more!  Services marked * require a reserved time slot. Please call 517.990.1374 to secure your spot.  Don’t miss this chance to get valuable health insights — all at no cost!  Bert Walker Hall, Jackson College Central Campus.

Fall  into Film: The Night of the Hunter (1955).  Doors at 6:30PM. Film at 7:00PM.  Admission: $5 at the door, Free for members. In this haunting Southern Gothic thriller, a corrupt preacher (Robert Mitchum) terrorizes two young children in his pursuit of stolen money hidden by their father. With unforgettable imagery, dreamlike sequences, and a chilling performance by Mitchum, The Night of the Hunter stands as one of the most distinctive and influential films of the 20th century. The only film directed by actor Charles Laughton, it blends horror, expressionism, and moral allegory into a singular cinematic experience. Presented as part of our Fall into Film series. Doors open at 6:30PM; the film begins at 7:00PM. Admission is $5 at the door; members attend free. Michigan Theatre, Downtown Jackson.

Lammers Customer Appreciation Event & 60th Anniversary Celebration.  3 PM to 6 PM.  Lammers Heating & Air Conditioning, 2520 Lansing Avenue, Jackson.  Tours, food, refreshments and fun as we thank the community for you support for the past 60 years!

Ella Sharp Museum Patio Party.  4 PM to 7 PM.  One more evening at the Ella Sharp Museum for their September Patio Party.  Kick back with LIVE music, hot dogs and side dishes, drinks and fun with your community from 4-7pm.  Enjoy music by local Marcus & Tiffany and delicious sides by The Catering Company (Oak Tree Lounge).  Special guest, Plein Air Demonstration by Ken Thompson.  Tickets include drink ticket and food.   Admission:  $10 for Museum members or $15 for non members.  Children 10 and under are FREE.

PTK Bone Marrow Registry Event. 10 AM to 1 PM.  Learn how you could save a life! Join NMDP at our registry recruitment event to find out more. Can’t attend the event? Join the NMDP registry today! 75% of patients needing a blood stem cell transplant don’t have a fully matched donor in their family. They depend on NMDP to find an unrelated donor. To learn more, contact Andrew Scholte at ascholte@nmdp.org.  Health Laboratory Center Lobby, Jackson College Central Campus.

AIQ Workshop. 8 AM to 4 PM. The Jackson County Chamber of Commerce announces the addition of panelists and an additional special guest during the AIQ Workshop, a hands-on, no-nonsense experience designed to demystify AI and empower attendees to leverage its incredible potential, presented by Red Letter. Business leaders from around the state, entrepreneurs, creatives, and students are invited to attend this 1-day transformative experience, designed to equip attendees with the knowledge and skills to thrive in the age of AI, featuring experts from both Google and Microsoft.   Both AIQ Workshop facilitators are native to Jackson, Michigan.  The event will be held on Thursday, September 18, 2025, from 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM at the American 1 Event Center, 128 W. Ganson St., Jackson, MI 49201. Jackson Chamber members are invited participate at $295 per attendee, as well as non-Chamber members at a cost of $395. Smart 6 – Table Packages are also available for $1,500 (Includes reserved seating for 6 guests).  Further information and tickets are available for this event at www.JacksonChamber.org.