Events of Wednesday, May 8, 2019

Law Enforcement Memorial.  The Jackson Police Department, in conjunction with the Jackson County Office of the Sheriff, the Blackman-Leoni Department of Public Safety and Michigan State Police, will be holding the annual Jackson Law Enforcement Memorial at 12 Noon today.  This service will be held at CP Federal City Square, Horace Blackman Park, 212 West Michigan Avenue, Downtown Jackson.  The keynote speaker is U.S. Attorney Matthew Schneider.  The general public is welcome to attend this special service that commemorates Jackson officers who gave their lives in the line of duty.  Fallen officers will be honored through song, bagpipes, a gun salute, roll call and words from respective guests.

Off the Clock presented by the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce.  Build business relationships and network after hours in a relaxed, stress-free environment. Enjoy an atmosphere great for making connections at unique Jackson County business venues. Register and bring along a client, colleague or friend!  Lean Rocket Lab, 133 West Michigan Avenue, Jackson.  5 PM to 7 PM.  $5 for Chamber Members, $10 for non-members.

Henrietta Spring Book Sale.  Pick up some great reads at Henrietta’s Spring Book Sale! Adult fiction, children’s fiction, and lots more! The sale runs the week of May 6 during branch open hours, today:  10 AM to 6 PM.  Henrietta Branch, Jackson District Library.

Mothers Day Essential Oils and Bath Salts.  Mother/daughter or grandmother/granddaughters, join us for a fun night! Melissa Friedrick from Monkey Run Naturals will be teaching you how to make bath salts with essential oils. Melissa will also give you a chance to explore different oils and explain what they are good for.  Concord Branch, Jackson District Library, 5:30 PM to 7 PM.