Events of Thursday, February 15, 2018

The Eastern Branch of the Jackson District Library presents a Black History Month Film Series.  Join us for some great films all month long. Widescreen, comfortable seats and popcorn too! Thursday afternoons starting at 2 p.m. Today: Loving  (2016, PG-13) starring Ruth Negga, Joel Edgerton, and Will Dalton.  Eastern Branch, 3125 East Michigan Avenue, Jackson.

Viewing Party at Grand River Brewery.  John and Amy from MLIVE will be at Grand River Brewery for the viewing of the Jackson “A Michigan’s Best Day” video. GRB will have a large screen for optimal viewing and drink and food specials.  Food Specials: 1/2 off poutine.  Drink Specials: Tropical Storm Amy…because it’s almost a hurricane.  Watch the video, enjoy GRB’s delicious food and drinks, and meet some of the stars of the show, including John Burtka from GRB, Amy and John from MLive – and more special guests! Check out the Mlive article here.  This event is free and open to the public. Viewing starts at 7pm.

The JXN Community Forum presents a panel discussion about the opioid epidemic.  Hear from experts about how to spot opioid use,  how to combat opioid abuse, what the government is doing, and where to go if you need help with overcoming addiction.  Jackson District Library, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM.  This forum is co-sponsored by the League of Women Voters, Center for Family Health, and the Jackson District Library. For more information, please call Calvin at 517-788-4087.  www.myjdl.com

Spring Arbor University invites you to  “Crafted in Michigan” featuring original metal works at The Ganton Art Gallery on the SAU Campus.  The gallery displays original metal works by Joel Sanderson, John Rayer, Douglas Thayer, Andrew Kyte and Scott Lankton.   The exhibit will be on display through March 4.  The Ganton Art Gallery is open free of charge from 9 AM to 5 PM Monday thru Friday and 1 PM to 5 PM on Saturday and Sunday.