Events of Wednesday, August 14, 2024

American 1 Credit Union Summer Car Sale.  From August 14 to August 17, stop by the Westwood Mall in Jackson. Explore hundreds of new and used vehicles from various dealers—all in one convenient location! Take advantage of competitive financing rates and enjoy additional perks like: 90 Days No Payments, Spin to Win, $100 Gas Card. Just by attending our car sale, you have a chance to win a Michigan vs. Michigan State Football Game Tailgate Package valued at over $1,800! The package includes a tent, tables, chairs, a TV, and more for up to 10 guests. No purchase is necessary to enter! Click here to learn more about this event and to apply for pre-approval today!

Kiwanis Kids Film Series: “Puss in Boots” Long before meeting Shrek, Puss in Boots (Antonio Banderas) — just named a hero for saving a woman from a charging bull — is run out of town on suspicion of bank robbery, even though the real villain is Puss’ friend, Humpty Dumpty (Zach Galifianakis).  The Michigan Theatre Kids Film Series is sponsored by Kiwanis Club of Jackson.  Showtimes are 11 AM and 2 PM.  Doors open one half hour before showtimes.  Kids Combo:  Small Drink and Popcorn for $5. Admission is $1. Michigan Theatre, Downtown Jackson.

City of Jackson Summer Safety Series Event. City of Jackson Police and Fire Services is hosting its first Summer Safety Series.  This five event series will connect residents with public safety in neighborhood parks. The events will feature free food, games, giveaways, safety information, and bike raffles with helmets for ages 12 and under. Every event will feature two $50 Visa gift card giveaways for ages 13 to 18 years old.  Fire trucks and police patrol cars will be at each event for residents to get a close look at them. The events will run from 12 to 2:00 p.m. Today’s event, the final one of the series, is at the MLK Center, 1107 Adrian Street.

FAFSA Family Night.  5 – 7 p.m.  Center for Student Success, Bert Walker Hall, Room 138, Jackson College Central Campus.  Students and families are encouraged to attend our FAFSA Family Night! Student Resource Coordinator will be there to support students looking for resources.  Get step-by-step guidance on completing your financial aid application.  Connect with experts to answer questions.  Submitted a FAFSA but got flagged for verification? Get support from the financial aid team to learn how to move forward with your application.  Learn about additional scholarships and scholarship resources.  Snacks, Giveaways, Games and coloring pages.

Grass Lake Farmers Market.  4 PM to 7 PM. Join us every Wednesday for Grass Lake Farmers Market, with vendors, farmers, entertainment, food and more!  120 Brown Street, Downtown Grass Lake.

Ella Sharp Museum Free Admission.  Free Admission for the month of August! The museum has received a generous donation from an anonymous donor to provide free admission for the entire month of August. Come by the museum this month to enjoy our galleries and the Hurst Planetarium.

Wednesday Family Night at The Cascades.  Wednesday Family Night Show starts at 7:30 PM.  Admission:  $10 for up to 8 family members.  Live entertainment plus special costumed characters every week!  Tonight:  Join us for an interstellar adventure on August 14th at 7 PM!  Our Star Wars Family Night will transport you to a galaxy far, far away. Meet your favorite characters and enjoy live Music by Kari Lynch.  May the Force be with you!   All shows are weather permitting.  Visit jacksoncountyparks.org.