Events of Tuesday, September 29, 2026

Trackside Tuesday Food Truck Rally.  11 AM to 2 PM.  On the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Tuesdays of each month through October, enjoy a rotating lineup of local food trucks serving lunch from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the River & Rail Food Hub within the walls of the historic state prison. Grab a bite, connect with friends and coworkers, and discover new local eats. Follow the Grand River Farmers Market Facebook page each week to see which food trucks will be joining us. We look forward to seeing you at Trackside Tuesdays!

Hillsdale County Fair.  Exhibits open at 10 AM.  For over 170 years, the Hillsdale County Fair has been a beloved tradition bringing together families, farmers, and communities.   Running through Saturday, enjoy carnival rides, midway games, attractions, livestock shows, agricultural exhibits, delicious fair food, local vendors, entertainment and events.  Schedule and details here.  115 S. Broad Street, Hillsdale.

Internet and Cell Phone Safety for Families.  6 PM to 7 PM. The internet is an incredible resource—but it also comes with risks. Join Officer Freeman from the Napoleon Township Police Department for an informative and engaging program designed to help parents and students stay safe online. Learn about today’s most common online threats, including social media safety, cyberbullying, online predators, scams, privacy settings, gaming safety, and responsible cell phone use. Officers will share practical tips for protecting personal information, recognizing warning signs, and creating healthy digital habits for the whole family. This free program is recommended for parents, caregivers, and students who use smartphones, tablets, gaming systems, or social media. Whether your child is just getting their first device or is already active online, you’ll leave with valuable tools and resources to help keep your family safe in today’s digital world.  Free registration here.

Improv Comedy Drive-Thru.  9 PM to 10 PM.  Be one of the first to experience this space-age innovation in motoring entertainment. Come on down to 130 E. Washington Ave. Jackson (enter from 236 S. Martin Luther King) Drive in, place your order for a suggested topic, and pull up to the performance window. Tune your car radio to the Monster Box FM channel, and watch as the Improv Team cooks up an original, 5-minute comedy show, written just for you.  All from the comfort of your very own automobile!  Monster Box Theatre.