Events of Wednesday, August 3, 2022

Family Night at the Cascades.  The Cascades.  Wednesday Family Nights start at 7:30 pm.  Singer/Songwriter, Don Middlebrook, and his 5-piece band will be bringing the Caribbean sound to Jackson with their live music! There will also be a special appearance announced closer to the event  Admission is $10 for up to 8 family members

Grass Lake Farmers Market and Music in the Park.  Celebrating 10 years of Music in the Park at Grass Lake Events Park Pavilion! 4-7 pm Grass Lake Farmers Market.  6-8 pm Music in the Park (Artist starts at 6:30).  This week’s artist is Billy Jo Hunt.  110 Brown Street, Downtown Grass Lake.

Project Fresh.  2 PM to 6 PM. Join Jackson County WIC’s Project Fresh event and come purchase produce from local farmers. WIC, the health department, and community partners will be present with activities and local resources!  Pregnant or breastfeeding women and children ages 1-5 enrolled in WIC can receive $25 Project Fresh Coupons per family to be used at farmers’ markets. To receive coupons, complete WIC Project Fresh on wichealth.org and bring WIC card or Photo ID. Events at Jackson County WIC or until supplies last.  1715 Lansing Avenue, Jackson.

Blood Drive at Eastern Branch.  Join us for a blood drive at the Jackson District Library Eastern Branch on August 3 from 10 AM – 2:30 PM. Appointments are preferred, however, walk-ins are accepted. Sign up for an appointment here.  Additional Dates:  Meijer Branch August 22, 10 AM – 2:30 PM (Register here) and Concord Branch October 17, 10 AM – 2:30 PM (Register here)  This event is presented by Versiti Blood Center of Michigan. For eligibility guidelines and blood donation FAQs, click here.

Build A Beast.  3 PM to 4 PM.  Teens can channel their inner Sid the Mean Kid or Doctor Frankenstein to create new, custom monster toys using donated toys and craft materials!  Brooklyn Branch: August 3, 3 PM.  All materials will be provided. This event is open to ages 9+, however, participants must be able to use crafting supplies (hot glue, scissors, etc.) without assistance.  Presented by Jackson District Library, Brooklyn Branch.

Teddy Bear Picnic.  5 PM to 6:30 PM.  Join preschool and kindergarten families from St. John for a Teddy Bear Picnic! Bring a picnic dinner and have an opportunity to meet parents and teachers to learn more about sending your child to St. John for preschool or kindergarten. Come see why everyone says St. John School is one big family!  St. John School, 405 E. North Street, Jackson.

Wellness Wednesdays.  6:30 PM.  Grow Jackson presents Wellness Wednesday nights for families and kids.  745 Tomlinson Street. Jackson.  (Garden, weather permitting).  Today, Yoga on Kibby.

Hearing & Vision Clinic.  The Jackson County Health Department is hosting Hearing & Vision Clinics every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday during July and August from 1 PM to 4:30 PM.  Clinic times are available by appointment only.  There is no cost and the clinic is open to everyone, infants through adults.  For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 517-788-4395 or text 517-867-0077.  Jackson County Health Department, 1715 Lansing Avenue, Jackson, Room 246.