The Jackson Chorale kicks off their 59th season on Saturday, November 2 at 7:30 with a concert at First United Methodist Church. Choir Director Wendy Treacher and Children’s Choir Director Jackie Livesay will be directing “Our Favorite Grand Choruses”. Tickets, at $10, will be available at the door. Other guests: Classic Turning President Alex Webster and Great Lakes Metal Finishing President John Spencer on their acquisition and expansion; City Council candidate Susan Murdie; Shawna Tello and entertainer Ian Stewart with the Jackson YMCA’s “Strong Kids, Strong Communities” event Thursday, November 7 at One Five One; Michigan Shakespeare Festival Managing Director Julie Brunzell; Pet of the Week with Sue Lovell, Cascades Humane Society.