Events of Tuesday, September 2, 2025

Grand River Farmers Market.  3 PM to 7 PM.  A brand new evening market created to connect locally produced agricultural goods to our greater community! Stop by for tons of seasonal fresh fruits & veggies, herbs, eggs, flowers, pork, fish, chicken, syrup, honey, mushrooms, microgreens, sourdough & other artisan breads, sweets, treats, cider, soups/mixes, oil & spices, nut butters, pantry goods, frozen foods, hot foods, live music, food trucks, pet treats, and even a few artisans if you need a bit of retail therapy! Good times, with great people! Plenty of room for bikes, strollers, and we’re pet friendly! We can’t wait to serve you with a smile all summer!   Grand River Pavilion, corner of Glick and Mechanic, Downtown Jackson.

40 Years in the Hood:  The Detroit Heidelberg Project.  Witness an extraordinary exhibition curated by renowned Detroit-based artist Tyree Guyton, whose work has transformed the art world and inspired communities for over 40 years. Tyree Guyton is best known for his iconic Heidelberg Project, which has turned discarded objects into powerful symbols of community, resilience, and hope.  Ella Sharp Museum.  Free Admission!

Eastern Branch Storytime. JDL Storytimes offer age-appropriate books, music, and activities for babies, toddlers, families, and young children. Most importantly, they help develop everyone’s imaginations!  Storytimes will run weekly September 2-November 25 from 11 AM-12 PM.  Eastern Branch, Jackson District Library.

Civil War Exhibit at Ella Sharp Museum. The Jackson Civil War Muster, in partnership with the Ella Sharp Museum and the Jackson County Michigan Historical Society, is proud to present Michigan in the Civil War, a powerful traveling exhibition from the Detroit Historical Society. While no battles were fought on Michigan soil, the state’s citizens played a vital role in one of the most defining moments in American history. From the first shots at Fort Sumter to the surrender at Appomattox, Michiganders served as soldiers, nurses, abolitionists, and leaders, including Governor Austin Blair, whose actions helped shape the war’s outcome and the nation’s future. Featuring over 60 artifacts and photographs, this exhibition illuminates the personal stories, sacrifices, and enduring legacies of those who answered the call to serve. Michigan in the Civil War is on display now at the Ella Sharp Museum through the end of September—don’t miss this chance to step into history and explore Michigan’s role in the fight that defined a nation.