Events of Tuesday, October 19, 2021

Halloweentown Trunk or Treat.  Join the Jackson County Parks for the 2nd Annual Halloweentown Trunk or Treat at Keeley Park on Tuesday, October 19, 2021 from 6 pm to 9 pm.  In 2020, they had an overwhelming outcome with the drive-thru trunk or treat and are thrilled to be able to have this year as a walk-up trunk or treat – with a new layout!  This is a free event to attend. Keeley Park (Jackson County Fairgrounds), Downtown Jackson.

The Great Pumpkin Decorating Contest.  Jackson District Library.  Decorate a pumpkin as your favorite literary/book character! All ages are welcome to participate.  To submit, send a photo of your pumpkin to marketing@myjdl.com with your name and phone number any time from October 1-25.  All entries will be entered into a drawing for prizes including an Amazon gift card, movie tickets and a Meijer gift card.  The winner will be announced on November 1 and entries will be displayed on JDL’s Facebook page.

Hot Air Jubilee Art Contest.  The Hot Air Jubilee is hosting an art contest!  The contest is open to legal residents of the State of Michigan. Contestants must be age 13 or older at time of entry.  Parents or guardians of minors under the age of 13 can submit entries on behalf of their minor(s). The Hot Air Jubilee is looking for art submissions that will be used in marketing the 2022 festival.. Visit www.hotairjubilee.com/art-contest-rules and follow all onscreen instructions to complete the official entry form.  Find the complete rules here.

Fall Back to Fitness at Jackson YMCA.  $0 join fees all this month! Save up to $100 when you sign up for membership in person or online at www.jacksonymca.org New extended hours start this week at the Jackson YMCA.  The Downtown location is now open until 5 pm on Saturdays and open Sundays 11 am – 3 pm.