Tuesday, September 15, 2009

KEYBOARDING CLASS At JDL Eastern Branch

LEARN ABOUT COMPUTER KEYBOARDING TRICKS THAT CAN MAKE YOUR LIFE WITH A COMPUTER. CALL THE EAST BRANCH to REGISTER AT 788-4074.

EASTERN BRANCH LIBRARY
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30TH, 1-3 PM

Thursday, August 20, 2009

GRAND PRIZE Summer Reading Drawings AT JDL EASTERN

Next Week, Thursday, August 27

Child, Teen, and Adult Summer Reading Program Participants Take Note.

First and Secound place prizes ribbons to be awarded to children who particiated in Knibloe Room Art Contest this Simmer.

Thursday, August 27th, at 11:00 AM

Monday, July 27, 2009

Frisbee Football at Napoleon Branch JDL

Next Week, Wednesday, August 5

Be Creative/Express Youself with Frisbee Football @ Napoleon
Start: 08/05/2009 2:00 pm
jeff@napoleon

Join Us at the Napoleon Branch for a friendly game

Monday, July 20, 2009

MOVIES & MUNCHIES AT JDL EASTERN BRANCH-RATATOUILLE

Next Week, Thursday, July 30




RATATOUILLE on our WIDESCREEN TV and chow down on some great food, too.
CALL THE Eastern Branch AT 517-788-4074 for more info.

THURSDAY, JULY 30, AT 2 pm

Shake Rattle and Spoon-Create Music with Jim and Suzanne Hale JDL Grass Lake Branch

Next Week, Monday, July 27

Video Game and Pizza Day, Napoleon Branch JDL

Next week, Wednesday, July 29

Video Game and Pizza Day
Napoleon Branch JDL
07/29/2009 2:00 pm

PS2 and wii
Bring your friends and make some new ones.

Monday, July 13, 2009

Paleo Joe will talk about Dinosaurs at JDL

Next Week, Wednesday, July 22


High School Musical II

Next Weekend Friday, Saturday, Sunday, July 24, 25, 26

Weekend After Friday, Saturday, Sunday July 31, August 1, 2


High School Musical II
at Grass Lake Auditorium.

Friday and Saturday shows are at 8:00pm
Sundays Shows at 3:00pm

July 24th, 25th, 26th

July 31st, August 1st, 2nd

Scrapbooking with Quilt Patterns with Bonita Kothe - JDL Eastern Branch

Next Week, Monday, July 20

BONITA KOTHE, An Experienced craft teacher, will lead you through all the in's and out's of this beautiful craft.

Eastern Branch Library, JDL

MONDAY, JULY 20TH, 6-730 PM

Monday, June 29, 2009

PUPPETS-1-2-3! with Pippin Puppets at Carnegie, Springport and Concord

Next Week, Wednesday, July 8


Hotel For Dogs Widescreen Movie at JDL Eastern

Next Week, Thursday, July 9

Come Watch HOTEL FOR DOGS on our New WIDESCREEN TV and chow down on some great food, too.

Call the JDL Eastern Branch 517-788-4074 for more info.

THURSDAY, JULY 9, AT 2 pm

Jeff Boyer-Magician at JDL

Next Week, Wednesday, July 8

Camp 9-1-1

Next Week, Tuesday, Wednesday, July 7, 8

Camp 9-1-1
July 7 & 8, 2009 9:00 A.M. - 4:30 A.M.
Jackson Community Ambulance, 429 Ingham St., Jackson.

FREE 2-day for 8 to 12 year olds.
Camp activities include touring an ambulance,
learning CPR and first aid,
and visiting a hospital emergency dept.
JCA medics also teach campers about safety
and all about Emergency Services careers.

To register, call (517) 841-4853
or email camp911@hva.org
or download a registration form from http://www.jca.org/.

Contact: Jason Trojan
Phone: 517-841-4853

Monday, June 22, 2009

"Wall-E" MOVIES & MUNCHIES AT JDL EASTERN BRANCH - WALL E

Next Week, Thursday, July 2



Come See WALL E on our WIDESCREEN TV and chow down on some great food, too.

CALL THE BRANCH AT 517-788-4074 for more info.

JDL Eastern Branch
THURSDAY, JULY 2, AT 2 pm

Blacksmiths/Soldiers and Log Cabin Weekend

Blacksmiths/Soldiers and Log Cabin Weekend
9998 Waterloo-Munith Rd, Grass Lake
June 27-28 10:00 A.M. - 5:00 A.M.

$4 Adults, $3 Seniors, $2 Children 5-17

The Michigan Soldiers Aid Society, will present Home Health Care of the 1800's and a mid-century Fashion Show at Noon and 2:30 each day.

Blacksmiths will showcase, display, and sell their works of art.

A Civil War Encampment all weekend.

Contact: April Gasbarre
Sponsored By: Waterloo Area Historical Society

Second Annual Ray Weathers All-Star Game

This Weekend, Friday, June 26

Second Annual Ray Weathers All-Star Game
7:30 p.m. June 26.
Jackson High School

Last year's game featured former Michigan State and Team USA Dream Team player Steve Smith, former Spartan national champion guard Mateen Cleaves and Jimmy King, a member of Michigan's Fab Five freshman class of 1991-92.

Women's Self Defense Workshop and Free Child Safety Seminar

This Weekend, Saturday, June 27

PKSA Karate Jackson
755 W. Franklin, Jackson 49201

Women's Self Defense Workshop
Saturday, June 27, 2009 1:00 A.M. - 3:00 A.M.

Free Child Safety Seminar
Saturday, June 27, 2009 11:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.

CALL TO REGISTAR AT 517-499-9050

Cost: Free

Independance Day Celebration Cascade Falls Fireworks

Next Week, Friday July 3

Independance Day Celebration Cascade Falls Fireworks
1401 S. Browns Street, Jackson MI 49203
July 3, 2009 6:00 A.M. - 11:00 A.M.

Live entertainment by Karen Kidder and the Alibi Band
Show begins at 7 p.m.Gates open at 6 p.m.$5.00 per person
Children 10 and under free with paid adult.

Contact: Becky Humphrey
Phone: 517-788-4320
Sponsored By: Little Caesar's Pizza Carry-outs

NINOTCHKA starring Greta Garbo Michigan Theatre

This Weekend, Sunday, June 28

NINOTCHKA starring Greta Garbo

At the Michigan Theatre, Jackson
Sunday, June 28. 3:00 PM


San Slomovits from Gemini at JDL, Meijer and Concord

Next Week, Thursday, July 2


All Media Blood Drive

Next Week, Tuesday, June 30

All Media Blood Drive
American Legion Post #29 - 3200 Lansing Ave.
June 30, 2009 12:00 P.M.

Contact: Larry Lloyd
Phone: 517-782-9486
Sponsored By: American Red Cross

Jackson artist "Rodney Marshall" and the Cottonwood Cloggers bring the sounds of country music to the Falls.

Next Week, Wednesday July 1

Jackson artist "Rodney Marshall" and the Cottonwood Cloggers bring the sounds of country music to the Falls. So bring your cowboy hat and join us!

Characters resembling Hannah Montana, Mickey, Minnie, Pooh, Tigger, & Big Bird will greet the kids. Show begins at 7:30 p.m.

July 1, 2009 7:30 P.M.

Location: Cascades Falls
Cost: $5.00 per family

Founder’s Festival Picnic & BBQ Cook-Off

Next Weekend, Saturday, July 4

Founder’s Festival Picnic & BBQ Cook-Off
Saturday, July 4, 2009 11:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M.
Sandhill Crane Vineyards (4724 Walz Road) I-94, Exit 145

Picnic with Sandhill Crane Vineyards for the 5th annual Founders’ Festival Picnic (Jackson is 180 years old on July 1).

Anyone interested in entering the BBQ competition is asked to fill out the form
(call the winery at 517-764-0679)

Visitors may pay $5 to try samples from all the participants then vote for their favorites.

Mojo Phoenix Lite will perform from 11:30 am to 5:30 pm.

Contact: Heather Price
Phone: (517) 764-0679

Sunday, June 21, 2009

Left of Center benefit in Brooklyn

Today, Sunday, June 21

Left of Center benefit
Callaghan's bar,
109 S. Main St. in Brooklyn

The event will feature rock bands Kung Fu Diesel and ACT III, piano man Bob Schultz and the Left of Center improv troupe.

During the show, the group will raffle a child-size hockey jersey autographed by former Detroit Red Wings star Steve Yzerman.

Raffle tickets cost $5 and grant admission to the show.
For more information, call the bar at 592-8007.

Saturday, June 20, 2009

48th annual 8-80 Days in Springport

This Weekend Friday- Sunday June 21-23

48th annual 8-80 Days
Downtown Springport.

Events begin at 5 p.m. Friday and conclude with a tractor pull at 1 p.m. Sunday.

frog-jumping contest at 9 a.m. Saturday and a parade at noon Saturday. At 4 p.m. Saturday, car owners can take part in a cruise to Springport Speedway, 23849 30 Mile Road, where there will be stock car racing Saturday evening.

Activities downtown are free

Jackson Community College Juneteenth Music Festival

Today, Saturday, June 20

Jackson Community College Juneteenth Music Festival
featuring a performance by Vickie Winans

Riverwalk Amphitheatre, CMS Energy campus, downtown Jackson
6 to 9 p.m. Saturday
Free
796-8470

Todays Music Entertainment

Today Saturday. June 20

Days of Waiting CD release show, with Fire Burns Red and G-Rod, 7:30 p.m. Saturday June 20 , The Garage, West Rome Baptist Church, 11984 Rome Road, Rome Township near Manitou Beach. $5 in advance, $7 at the door. 517-574-6222.

Dr. Gunn
8 p.m. free
Bella Notte Ristorante,
137 W. Michigan Ave.
517-782-5727

4 Score
9 p.m., free
Bone Island Grille, 4615 Francis St., Vandercook Lake
517-783-2144

Club 789,
789 Woodworth Road, Blackman Township:
And Hell Followed With, Fetuseater
Eighty Thousand Dead,
Breech and Destroy,
Arkham,
and Of Want and Misery,
4 p.m., $7, all ages, 517-315-9896.

Blues and classic rock open jam with Ernie Valasco
Duffy's Food & Spirits, 751 N. Waterloo St
8:30 p.m., free, 517-789-8450

Flyte
Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 612,
301 Detroit St
9 p.m., free, 517-782-5622

Sunday Underground
Highland Inn
3171 Round Lake Highway, Devils Lake
9:30 p.m., $3, 517-547-9726

Mindrought,
Actylene,
Blackened Earth,
HogsPalace
101 N. Falahee Road, Leoni Township
9:30 p.m., $5, 517-764-2820

Ripper
Nite Crawlers
6258 Jefferson Road, Clark Lake, Columbia Township
$2 after 9 p.m., 517-592-2008

Dale Kinner
Pickett Fence
11501 N. Meridian Road, Henrietta Township
8 p.m., free, 517-769-3663

Witch Doctors
Randy's Roadhouse Bar-B-Que
7305 U.S. 12, Cambridge Township
7 p.m., free, 517-467-2190

Help Wanted
Wool E. Bully's, 300 W. North St
$3, 517-782-9665

Jack Daniels Band
Yukon Jack Food & Spirits,
3611 Hanover Road, Liberty Township
9 p.m., free, 517-688-9225

Beckie Menzie and Tom Michael
The Bon Ton Room
Doors will open at 6 p.m., and the show will start at 8 p.m.
Tickets for the cabaret show are $15. For reservations, call 787-6733.

Fathers Day Saturday Cookout

Today, Saturday, June 20

Fathers Day Saturday Cookout
Cherry Creek Old Schoolhouse - Brooklyn
June 20, 2009 12:00 P.M. - 4:00 A.M.

Smoked Pork Chop or Half Chicken and side dishes
Cost: $12
Advance Ticket Purchase Required
http://www.cherrycreekwine.com/
517-592-4663

Live entertainment will be provided by the Murrow's Boys Acoustic Trio

Contact: Denise Burtka
Sponsored By: Cherry Creek Old Schoolhouse Winery

3rd Annual Honoring Our Sisters Pow Wow

Today, Saturday, June 20
Also Sunday, June 21

A traditional Pow Wow in the beautiful Irish Hills of Brooklyn Michigan.

See Native American dancing and drumming along with Native American crafts and vendors.

Adults $5.00
Children under four are FREE
adults over 65 are $3.00

Sunday June 21st dads get in FREE with one paid admission.

June 20th and 21st 11:00 A.M.
Location: 2100 Pink St Brooklyn MI

Contact: Davi Trusty
Sponsored By: Michigan Humanaties Council and GSHOM

Thursday, June 18, 2009

Book Discussion, "Memoirs of a Geisha" JDL, Napoleon

Today, Thursday, June 18

Memoirs of a Geisha
Book Discussion

Thursday June 18th, 2pm
JDL Napoleon Branch

Chris Measzros Man of 1,000 Voices, JDL Eastern, Hanover and Parma

Today, Thursday, June 18
again in July

MADAGASCAR "Just for Kids" $1 Michigan Theatre Matinee

Today, Thursday, June 18

Every Tuesday and Thursday through August 6
(August 4 and 6 kids choice, not on banner below)



"Just for Kids" $1 Matinee
At the Michigan Theatre


This Week: MADAGASCAR

Doors open at 1:00
Show starts at 1:30

$3.00 Pop and Popcorn Special


Writers Cramp JDL Concord Branch

Today Thrusday, June 18

This Week, Friday June 19


Jackson School of the Arts presents Purple Crayons and Mouse Paint

Today, Thursday, June 18

Again in June and July

JDL Have Stage, Will Travel Puppet Troupe

Today, Thursday, June 18

Next week, Wednesday, June 24
Through Out July.

Uncle Phil's BBQ

Today, Thursday, June 18

Uncle Phil's BBQ

2545 Spring Arbor Road
06/18/09 11:30 A.M.

Benefit bbq luncheon to support ARC & JA,
$10.00 donation includes
Kielbasa or Chicken, Salad, Dessert & Beverage.
Take out orders welcome.
call 788-8660 to place your order.

Contact: Darlene Scouten
Phone: 517-788-8660

Sponsorsed by Willis & Jurasek, PC,
Wendys & Knights Steakhouse

Jackson Community College offering June workshops for kids

This Week Daily June 15 - 19

Runs Next Week Monday - Friday June 22 - 26

Jackson Community College

will offer Seven Workshops for Children ages 9 to 13 during June
The schedule for Kids College is as follows:

• Show Biz Kids, vocal ensemble with choreography: 9 a.m. to noon June 15-19.

• Enter Stage Right, theater classes: 1 to 4 p.m. June 15-19.

• Write On, poetry and fiction writing: 1 to 4 p.m. June 15-19.

• Sing Your Heart Out, singing with piano accompaniment: 9 a.m. to noon June 22-26.

• Jazz It Up, dance and movement: 9 a.m. to noon June 22-26.

• Art Attack, sculpting and drawing: 1 to 4 p.m. June 22-26.

• Bio Mania, biology workshop: 1 to 4 p.m. June 22-26.

Cost is $60 for one session and $45 for additional sessions.
For more information, call Brandy Grajek at 796-8582.

Tricks & Kicks with Greg Nelson at JDL Hanover Parma and Summit

This Week, Friday, June 19


JDL, Meijer Branch Rock The Shelves Featuring 3 local bands Pizza & drinks. FREE

This Week, Friday, June 19
Also in July and August

JDL Meijer Branch, Rock The Shelves, Featuring 3 local bands, Pizza & drinks. FREE.

Fridays at 7 pm, June 19, July 17, and August 21.

Teens are encouraged to come & bring friends.

ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW- Michigan Theatre Jackson

Next Weekend, Saturday, June 27

ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW
Michigan Theatre Jackson



Doors Open 10:30 PM
Show Starts 11:30 PM

$8.00 Admission
(Includes Props Bag)

(also scheduled July 25, Aug 29, Sept 30, Oct 31)

Michigan Theatre STAGECOACH starring John Wayne

This Weekend, Sunday, June 21

At the Michigan Theatre 3:00PM
STAGECOACH starring John Wayne

Wednesday, June 17, 2009

Nixon Park accepting entries for Roller Hockey Leagues

Entry Deadline Today Wednesday, June 17

Starts Next Week Monday, June 22
runs through July 20

Nixon Park will host summer Roller Hockey Leagues to youths in grades 1-9.

The leagues will run from June 22-July 20. All equipment will be provided with the exception of sticks and roller blades. The cost of $10 includes a jersey, and players can use the waterpark after games.

Game times start at 6 p.m.
Grades 1-3 will play on Mondays
Grades 4-6 on Wednesdays
Grades 7-9 on Thursdays.

The entry deadline is June 17.
For more information, call Nixon Park at 788-4068.

by Citizen Patriot staff

Tuesday, June 16, 2009

Napoleon Branch JDL, Joel Tacey Entertainment

Next Week, Wednesday, June 24

Napoleon Branch JDL
Joel Tacey Entertainment,
Summer Reading Program
Wednesday June 24 at 4pm
jeff@napoleon

Start: 06/24/2009 4:00 pm
If you haven't seen Joel,
don't miss this chance

Sunday, June 14, 2009

Upscale Garage Sale

Next Weekend, Friday and Saturday, June 26, 27


The Arts & Cultural Alliance of Jackson County (ACAJC) Upscale Garage Sale

June 26 and 27 in the hall at the Jackson Symphony Orchestra, 215 W. Michigan Ave.

Contact: Arts Alliance
Phone: 517-782-3221

Sponsored By:
Arts & Cultural Alliance of Jackson County

Jackson's First Presbyterian Church will be hosting a community yard sale

Next Weekend, Saturday June 27

Community Yard Sale

At the Jackson's First Presbyterian Church parking lot, 743 W Michigan Ave. June 27, 2009, Saturday, from 9 am to 4pm.

There is no cost for participating in
the yard sale.

Sellers can register by contacting Jennifer at the church
(784-9175) or downloading the registration form from our website

Jackson's First Presbyterian Church

Free pancake breakfast from 8am to 10 am (or until the food is gone)

There will be Stylists on site providing free hair cuts at various
times of the day and a Seamstresses on site doing mending and simple alteration
of clothing.

Free oil changes giving away over the course of the day.

The Funny Puppet Guy Richard Paul, Ventriloquist at the JDL

Next Week, Monday, June 22
Again in July


Kids get Creative Magic Show with Gordon Russ at JDL Branches

Next Week, Thursday, June 25
Again in July



Library Kids at Carnegie

Starts Next Week, Monday, June 22
Next Five Mondays, Through July


Grandma Science at JDL Branches

Next Week, Wednesday, June 24


Joel's Circus Creatus featuring Joel Tacey at JDL Branches

Next Week, Wednesday, June 24

Mid July


Laurie Wells The Hermit Crab Lady at the JDL

Next Week, Thursday, June 25


Monday, June 8, 2009

NASCAR Sprint Cup Series, LifeLock 400

This Weekend, Sunday

NASCAR Sprint Cup Series returns to Brooklyn for the LifeLock 400 on June 14.

Sunday, June 7, 2009

Hudson's Classic Grill's Summer Volleyball Session

Current,
Accepting Entries

Hudson's Classic Grill,
will host its summer volleyball session
beginning the week of July 12.

Leagues will be 4-on-4 for men, women and coed teams.

Entry fee is $210 per team.
Entry forms are available at Hudson's Classic Grill.

For more information
Call Hudson's at 784-4773 or Bill Barone at 788-8769.

Adult soccer leagues, June 29-August 3

Current Accepting Entries

Adult soccer leagues (6-on-6) are forming for play on Mondays at Marino's Park on Parnall Road.

Games will be played from June 29-August 3.

There are divisions for men's, women's and coed teams.

Rosters may be from 9-11 players.
Team entry fee is $300, and the entry deadline is June 24.

Entry forms are available at http://www.isesoccer.net/

Friday, June 5, 2009

Jackson-area activities for This Weekend 6/5/09

Friday 6/5/09

The Verve Pipe's Brian Vander Ark performing Friday at HogsPalace.
What: Brian Vander Ark with Jordon Taylor and Brad's Dead Fish
When: 8 p.m. Friday (June 5)
Where: HogsPalace,
101 N. Falahee Road, Leoni Township, 764-2820.
Cost: $10 in advance, $12 at the door
Ages: 18 and older welcome
Details: www.madcap-pdc.com
http://blog.mlive.com/citpat-pluggedin/2009/06/this_just_in_the_verve_pipes_b.html

Saturday 6/6/09

Detroit Red Wings vs. Pittsburgh Penguins - Stanley Cup Finals - On Screen at the Michigan Theatre Doors open at 7:00 - FREE!

Car wash a fundraiser for Northwest High School students
Students in Northwest High School's Give Hope program are washing cars Saturday to raise money for a trip to New Orleans.
The group has been helping people recover from the devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina. The car wash is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Tractor Supply Co. at Airport and Springport roads.
All donations will go directly to the participating students.
http://www.mlive.com/news/jackson/index.ssf/2009/06/car_wash_a_fundraiser_for_nort.html

JDL Napoleon Branch
Bike Rodeo and Summer Reading Sign Up
sign up for Summer Reading, Get a Free Helmet and Bike License, Listen to Live Music and have a great time.
Napoleon Township Parking Lot
Saturday June 6th from 10 am to 12 noon
.
http://jackson.lib.mi.us/node/4876

Emily Woolworth and Andrew Mraz, young artist concert, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1505 W. Michigan Ave. Free. 782-6081.

Grass Lake Classic Car Club's third annual Spring Classic Car Show,
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, downtown Grass Lake. Dash plaques for the first 50 cars registered. Food, prizes, awards. Music by DJ Productions.

Sunday 6/7/09

"Michigan Fun," 2009 Jackson County Rose Parade, 1 p.m. Sunday. Parade route is from the corner of S. Jackson Street and Greenwood Avenue to Fourth Street, ending at Middle School at Parkside. Presented by American 1 Federal Credit Union. Free. 780-4139.

Jackson-area activities for Friday, June 5 and Saturday June 6

This Weekend

52nd Carp Carnival, Thursday through Sunday at
Leoni Township Park in Michigan Center.

Jackson Blues Festival, featuring Lady Sunshine and the X Band, Seventh Son, Rusty Wright and more,
6 to 11 p.m. Thursday,
6 p.m. to midnight Friday,
3 p.m. to midnight Saturday,
Jackson County Airport. $2 per day. 745-2935.


Friday 6/5/09
Karl Fortier, 7 p.m. Friday, Jackson Coffee Co., 201 S. Mechanic St. Free. 990-6770.

One Man's Opinion, 60 to Zero, Mardaley and more, 7 p.m. Friday, Motorheads, 210 Fifth Street, Michigan Center. $5 in advance, $10 ages 21 and older, $12 ages 20 and younger.

Night of Wings and Roses,
kick-off dance for John James Audubon exhibit and Jackson County Rose Festival, featuring music by Jump Start, raffles and food, 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Friday, Ella Sharp Museum of Art and History. $5 plus regular admission to view exhibit. 787-2320.

Junior Achievement Grand Prix, featuring go-kart races,
children's activities and more,
6 p.m. Friday, Extreme Dodge, 2300 Seymour Road, Blackman Township. Free. 782-7822.


Friday and Saturday 6/5 and 6/6/09

Beginners watercolor class for adults and teens, 12:30 p.m. Saturday,Jackson School of the Arts, 634 N. Mechanic St. $20. 784-2389.

Left of Center Improv, 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, The Bon Ton Room, 3017 Wildwood Ave., Blackman Township. $15. 787-6733.

Red Hot Pop, 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Korner Keg, 2500 Page Ave., Summit Township. Free. 782-5797.

Crossfire, 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Wool E. Bully's, 300 W. North St. $3. 782-9665

Help Wanted, 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Nite Crawlers, 6258 Jefferson Road, Clark Lake. $2 after 9 p.m. Dance contest with $100 prize Saturday. 592-2008.

Jackson Blues Festival, featuring Lady Sunshine and the X Band, Seventh Son, Rusty Wright and more,
6 to 11 p.m. Thursday,
6 p.m. to midnight Friday,
3 p.m. to midnight Saturday,
Jackson County Airport. $2 per day. 745-2935.


Saturday 6/5/09

Dad's Car Show, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Conklin Reed Organ and Historic Museum, 105 Fairview St., Hanover. Donation. 517-563-8927.

The Strongman Competition, part of the Jackson County Rose Festival's Party in the Park, is set for 1 p.m. Saturday at Ella Sharp Park pool parking lot. Organized by Powerhouse 24. 517-914-3313.

Ashes of Soma, Anarchy, Hollow Drive and more, 7 p.m. Saturday, Motorheads, 210 Fifth Street, Michigan Center. $10 in advance, $12 ages 21 and older, $15 ages 20 and younger.



Sunday 6/6/09

Double Dose of Blues - featuring Bobby Rush and Mel Waiters - in Person - Sunday 6/6/09 7:00 at the Michigan Theatre


Thursday, June 4, 2009

4th Annual Crusade in the Park

Sunday, June 14, 2009 12:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M.

The public is invited to the 4th Annual "Crusade in the Park" @ Loomis Park in Jackson. There will be a free picnic lunch including: Hot dogs, chips, popcorn, & lemonade. Children's games, a puppet show, clowns, prizes & free giveaways.

Sponsored by Calvary Apostolic Church of Parma.

Location: Loomis Park

Cost: Free event

Contact: Steve Crocker Phone: 517-262-7545

Jackson-area activities for Thursday June 4

Thursday June 4


RED WINGS vs. PITTSBURGH PENGUINS
IN THE NHL STANLEY CUP FINALS
All Games Will be Shown at the Michigan Theatre.
Thursday June 4th Doors open at 7:00 - Games Start at 8:00 PM

52nd Carp Carnival, Thursday through Sunday at Leoni Township Park in Michigan Center. Hours are from 3 to 11 p.m. Thursday and Friday, noon to 11 p.m. Saturday and noon to 7 p.m. Sunday. Admission is free. To learn more, call 764-4789.

McDermott Jazz Quintet, 7 p.m. Thursday, The Bon Ton Room, 3017 Wildwood Ave., Blackman Township. Free. 787-6733.

Jackson Blues Festival, featuring Lady Sunshine and the X Band, Seventh Son, Rusty Wright and more,
6 to 11 p.m. Thursday,
6 p.m. to midnight Friday,
3 p.m. to midnight Saturday,
Jackson County Airport. $2 per day. 745-2935.

Wednesday, June 3, 2009

Family Night at the Cascade Falls

Family Night at the Cascade Falls

June 10, 2009
The show begins at 7:30 p.m.

Characters resembling Shrek, Fiona, Big Bird and Winnie the Pooh will be on hand to greet the kids!
Location: Cascades Falls Cost: $5.00 per family

Tuesday, June 2, 2009

"Race for Education," Junior Achievement Grand Prix, 6 p.m. Friday 6/5/09

At Extreme Dodge, 2300 Seymour Road. Free. 782-7822.

Square dancing in the park, 7 p.m. Thursday 6/4/09

Rotary community bandshell, Sparks Foundation County Park. 784-0863.

Carp Carnival, Thursday through Sunday, Leoni Township Park

Hours are from 3 to 11 p.m. Thursday and Friday, noon to 11 p.m. Saturday and noon to 7 p.m. Sunday. 764-4789.

"A Day with John James Audubon,"

performances by storyteller and re-enactor Brian "Fox" Ellis, 10 a.m. June 6, Dahlem Environmental Education Center, 7117 S. Jackson Road, and 2 p.m. June 6, Ella Sharp Museum of Art and History. $8 for adults, $5 for children 5 to 12 for individual events; $14 for adults, $8 for children for combined tickets in advance. 787-2320.

From JCP

"A Night of Wings and Ross," 7:30 p.m. Friday, Ella Sharp Museum

"A Night of Wings and Ross," 7:30 p.m. Friday, Ella Sharp Museum of Art and History, 3225 Fourth St. Event will wrap up the Jackson County Rose Festival's Medallion Hunt and will feature live music, dancing, refreshments, food and fun. $5 admission, free with valid Medallion Hunt passes. 787-2320.

From JCP

Local Jackson Entertainment, Thursday 6/4/09

McDermott Jazz Quintet, 6 p.m. Thursday, The Bon Ton Room, 3017 Wildwood Ave., Blackman Township. Free. 787-6733.

Salsa dance lessons, 6:45 p.m. Thursday, The Crazy Cowboy, 215 S. Mechanic St. Free. 817-1910.

Line dancing, 7 p.m. Thursday, The Roadhouse, 4112 Lansing Ave., Blackman Township. Free. 782-7711.

Karaoke Ray, 8 p.m. Thursday, Duffy's Food & Spirits, 751 N. Waterloo St. Free. 789-8450.

DJ Mike Holiday mixing live Club K105.3, 9 p.m. Thursday, Crazy Cowboy, 215 S. Mechanic St. $5 after 10 p.m. 817-1910.

by Jackson Citizen Patriot

Local Jackson Entertainment, Wednesday 6/3/09

Gary Detlefs, 6 p.m. Wednesday, Ted's Firehouse Pub, 809 Greenwood Ave. Free. 782-8303.

Sing Along with Sherra Zuck, 6 p.m. Wednesday, The Bon Ton Room, 3017 Wildwood Ave., Blackman Township. Free. 787-6733.

Simon & Rose, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Korner Keg, 2500 Page Ave., Summit Township. Free. 782-5797.

DJ Mike Holiday, 9 p.m. Wednesday, Time Out Bar & Grill, 2804 E. Michigan Ave. Free. 990-6236.

Walk Jackson, 7 p.m. today 6/2/09, Ella Sharp Park soccer field.

Walk Jackson, 7 p.m. today, Ella Sharp Park soccer field. Registration at 6:30 p.m. Co-sponsored by the Jackson Parks and Recreation Department and Allegiance Health. 788-4040.

TC & The Roadmasters, 7 p.m. today, BLUEStage Club

Jam session hosted by TC & The Roadmasters, 7 p.m. today 6/2/09, BLUEStage Club, 398 W. Brooklyn Road, Napoleon. Free. 536-0007.

"The Lovable Beetle," a brown bag movie, 12:15 p.m. Wednesday 6/3/09 at the Albion District Library

by Jackson Citizen Patriot

It was underpowered, drafty and shaped like a bug. Originally envisioned in the 1930s by Dr. Ferdinand Porsche as "The People's Car," the Volkswagen Beetle grew world famous. "The Lovable Beetle," a brown bag movie, is set for 12:15 p.m. Wednesday at the Albion District Library, 501 S. Superior St. Admission is free. To learn more, call 517-629-3993.

American Red Cross seeks donors in Jackson area to boost blood supply

by Tarryl Jackson Jackson Citizen Patriot

Today, the chapter is hosting its "Blood Battle of the Life-savers: Police vs. Firefighters" blood drive from 1 to 6:45 p.m. at the Summit Township Fire Department, 2121 Ferguson Road.
For a list of blood drives, call 782-9486 or visit http://www.redcross-scmichigan.org/.

As of Monday, the Red Cross' Great Lakes Blood Services Region — which serves Jackson and 64 other counties across Michigan — had less than a day's supply of Type O negative blood, spokeswoman Monica Stoneking said.

Michigan Theatre Coming Events -June 12 Midnight Movie


June 12 Midnight Movie: REPO! THE GENETIC OPERA

Monday, June 1, 2009

GM files for bankruptcy; Official says Jackson suppliers will downsize, some may close

by Chris Gautz Jackson Citizen Patriot

With General Motors filing for bankruptcy today, some local suppliers may be forced to shut down lines, while others may shut their doors.



"A lot of companies have been hanging on by their fingernails. Those fingernails are getting worn out," said Bill Rayl, executive director of the Jackson Area Manufacturers Association. "It's going to mean more layoffs and more slowdown. I wouldn't be surprised if a few companies closed."

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Michigan Theatre Coming Events - Bobby Rush & Mel Waters


Ella Sharp Museum - Audubon exhibition starts June 6

Ella Sharp Museum - Audubon exhibition

Will Feature the works of naturalist, ornithologist and painter John James Audubon

Starts June 6 at the Ella Sharp Museum

Junior Achivement Grand Prix

Junior Achivement Grand Prix

June 5, 2009 6:00 P.M. - 10:00 P.M.

Location: Extreme Dodge (2300 Seymour Road)
Cost: FREE

Contact: Junior Achievement of the Michigan Edge
Phone: 517.782.7822 Sponsored By: Eaton Corporation

Sunday, May 31, 2009

Tonight 5/31: Red Wings take on the Penguins, on Screen at the The Michigan Theatre

Tonight: Red Wings take on the Penguins in the Stanley Cup Championship! 8:00 PM Tip Off. Free admission. Enjoy beer, popcorn, snacks and hundreds of fans

The Party in the Park weekend will get an early start with a Medallion Hunt

The Party in the Park weekend will get an early start with a Medallion Hunt from Monday through Friday. A medallion will be hidden in the Jackson area. Participants may purchase a Medallion Hunt pass at Ella Sharp Museum of Art & History, 3225 Fourth St. $10. 780-4139.

Teams can still register for the second annual Softball Tournament of Roses.

Teams can still register for the second annual Softball Tournament of Roses. The event is a double elimination roster tournament for men, women and coed divisions. It will take place Saturday at the Cooperstown Softball complex, 445 W. Parnall Road. Cost is $90 per team plus umpire fees. Call 206-6701 to sign up.

DJ Mike Holiday, 9 p.m. Wednesday, Time Out Bar & Grill

DJ Mike Holiday, 9 p.m. Wednesday, Time Out Bar & Grill, 2804 E. Michigan Ave. Free. 990-6236.

Simon & Rose, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Korner Keg

Simon & Rose, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Korner Keg, 2500 Page Ave., Summit Township. Free. 782-5797.

Salsa dance lessons, 6:45 p.m. Wednesday, The Crazy Cowboy

Salsa dance lessons, 6:45 p.m. Wednesday, The Crazy Cowboy, 215 S. Mechanic St. Free. 817-1910.

Sing Along with Sherra Zuck, 6 p.m. Wednesday, The Bon Ton Room

Sing Along with Sherra Zuck, 6 p.m. Wednesday, The Bon Ton Room, 3017 Wildwood Ave., Blackman Township. Free. 787-6733.

Gary Detlefs, 6 p.m. Wednesday, Ted's Firehouse Pub

Gary Detlefs, 6 p.m. Wednesday, Ted's Firehouse Pub, 809 Greenwood Ave. Free. 782-8303.

Live trivia, 8 p.m. Tuesday, Veach's Office Bar

Live trivia, 8 p.m. Tuesday, Veach's Office Bar, 213 N. Jackson St. $10 per team. 782-9171.

Jam session hosted by TC & The Roadmasters - BLUEStage Club

Jam session hosted by TC & The Roadmasters, 7 p.m. Tuesday, BLUEStage Club, 398 W. Brooklyn Road, Napoleon. Free. 536-0007.

Mark Arshark, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Keys Bar

Mark Arshark, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Keys Bar, 548 N. Jackson St. Free. 796-2191.

Walk Jackson, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sparks Foundation County Park

Walk Jackson, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sparks Foundation County Park. Registration at 6:30 p.m. First of five 3-mile walks co-sponsored by the Jackson Parks and Recreation Dept. and Allegiance Health. 788-4040.

Saturday, May 30, 2009

Four-day planner of Jackson-area activities for

The second annual "Farmers & Friends" community picnic will take place Sunday at the Walker Tavern Historic Complex, 13220 M-50, Cambridge Township. Activities will include a farmers market from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., an introduction to vintage baseball at 11 a.m., potluck picnic at noon and vintage baseball game at 1 p.m. To learn more, call 517-467-4401.

West Adrian Jam, 6:30 p.m. today, West Adrian United Church of Christ, 4545 Wolf Creek Highway, Adrian Township. Free. 517-254-4828.

Burn the Ships, Stereo Addiction and DJ Mike Holiday, 7 p.m. today, The Basement, St. Mark's Lutheran Church of the Irish Hills, 11151 U.S. 12, Cambridge Township near Brooklyn. $3 in prom attire, $5 without. 517-467-7565.

Rock For Hunger featuring Mine Enemies Fall, A Trust Betrayed, Once We Were Buried and more, 8 p.m. today, Motorhead's Bar and Grill, 201 Fifth St., Michigan Center. $5. 748-9230.

TC & the Roadmasters, 8:30 p.m. today, Callaghan's, 109 S. Main St., Brooklyn. $3. 592-8007.

Blues and classic rock open jam with Ernie Valasco, 8:30 p.m. today, Duffy's Food & Spirits, 751 N. Waterloo St. Free. 789-8450.

Jack Daniels Band, 9 p.m. today, Yukon Jack Food & Spirits, 3611 Hanover Road, Liberty Township near Horton. Free. 517-688-9225.

6 Hands Down, 9:30 p.m. today, The Roadhouse, 4112 Lansing Ave., Blackman Township. Free. 782-7711.

Chancel Choir Carnegie Hall Preview Concert, 3 p.m. Sunday, First United Methodist Church, 275 W. Michigan Ave. Free. 787-6460.

"Gimme Shelter" concert series, featuring Dorothy Coolie and Blaise Glander, 7 p.m. Monday, Jackson Interfaith Shelter, 414 S. Blackstone St. Donations accepted. 789-8735.

Walk Jackson, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sparks Foundation County Park. Registration at 6:30 p.m. First of five 3-mile walks co-sponsored by the Jackson Parks and Recreation Department and Allegiance Health. 788-4040.

"Scrappin' and Craftin'," 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. today, Universalist Unitarian Church of East Liberty, 2231 Jefferson Road. Donations accepted. RSVP to 313-387-3201.

Camp O' the Hills open house, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. today, 2100 Pink St., Brooklyn. Free. 592-6373.

"The New Jackson" worship explosion, noon to 7 p.m. today, Dungy Field, Jackson High School. Free. 937-1775.

Jane Murray, American Indian storytelling, 2 p.m. today, Dahlem Center, 7117 S. Jackson Road. 782-3453.

DJ skate, 7 p.m. today, Allskate Fun Center, 1313 W. North St. $10 admission, $2 skate rental. Saturday includes pizza and pop. 787-8716.

"Kids to Kids," for grades K-5, 3 p.m. Sunday, First United Methodist Church, 600 E. Michigan Ave., Albion. Free. 517-629-9425.

The New Jackson Worship Explosion event is noon to 7 p.m. today

Correction: Wrong information about worship event
by Jackson Citizen Patriot
Friday May 29, 2009, 11:50 PM

The New Jackson Worship Explosion event is noon to 7 p.m. today at Jackson High School's Dungy Stadium. The phone number for more information is 795-3342. Information was incorrect in the print edition calendar on Page C6 of Thursday's In Town & Around section.

Meijer Branch for Book Group every 1st Friday of the month

FRIDAY, JUNE 5 - 10AM
The group will be discussing, "One Thousand White Women" by Jim Fergus

Thursday, May 28, 2009

Bike Rodeo and Summer Reading Sign Up @ Napoleon Library

Come sign up for Summer Reading, Get a Free Helmet and Bike License, Listen to Live Music and have a great time.

Napoleon Township Parking Lot

Saturday June 6th from 10 am to 12 noon.

And let the reading begin!!!

Book Discussion "Twilight" JDL Napoleon Branch

Join the Napoleon Branch as we discuss Stephanie Meyer's amazing book that started the "Twilight Saga". Discover why everyone is talking about Twilight, and if you are an Edward fan or a Jacob fan.

06/03/2009 4:00 pm

Express Yourself for Teens at JDL Hanover



Hey you Hanover teens, get started reading and have some fun at the Teen Summer Spectatcular

Community Medallion Hunt

From, Passes available for Community Medallion Hunt
Jackson Citizen Patriot

Community Medallion Hunt, a fundraiser tied in with the Ella Sharp Museum of Art and History's upcoming exhibit on artist and naturalist John James Audubon and the Jackson County Rose Festival.

The hunt starts Monday. Each day next week, a local business will be announced in the Citizen Patriot, on WKHM-FM (105.3) and on JTV's "The Bart Hawley Show." Visitors who show a Hunt Pass will be given a clue and a question. The clues will point to the location of a hidden medallion.

To participate, you'll need to pick up a pass from the museum, 3225 Fourth St. Cost is $10.

The passes also are good for free entry to a party June 5 that will serve as the kickoff to both the exhibit and the festival.

For more information, call Liz Niles at 780-4139.

Jackson-area events you won't want to miss

Five Jackson-area events you won't want to miss
by Bill Chapin Jackson Citizen Patriot

1. Choir's preview concert

On June 6, Jackson's First United Methodist Church Chancel Choir will join more than 500 singers from 24 from choirs from around the country for a concert at Carnegie Hall.

The 70-member ensemble will present a preview concert at 3 p.m. Sunday at the church, 275 W. Michigan Ave.

Admission to the preview concert is free. For more information, call the church at 787-6460.

2. Walker Tavern picnic

The Walker Tavern in Cambridge Township will have its second annual Farmers and Friends Community Picnic on Sunday.

The tavern is at 13220 M-50 at the crossroads with U.S. 12.

For more information, call the Walker Tavern at 467-4401 or visit
www.michigan.gov/walkertavern

3. CD release concert

In the next week, Michigan Center High School graduate Don Middlebrook is having CD release parties across the state for his 12th album, "Beach Bar Serenade." His hometown show is from 7 to 11 p.m. today at Bone Island Grille, 4615 Francis St., Vandercook Lake.

4. Dahlem storytelling

The program will begin at 2 p.m. Saturday and is intended for children 8 and older and their parents.

Admission is free for Dahlem members and $3 for nonmembers. Advanced registration is required. Call 782-3453 to reserve a spot.

Premiere of horror flick 'Dog' coming Friday to Michigan Theatre

Premiere of horror flick 'Dog' coming Friday to Jackson's Michigan Theatre
by Bill Chapin Jackson Citizen Patriot

The premiere of "Dog," an independent horror movie filmed in Jackson
7 and 9 p.m. Friday
Michigan Theatre, 124 N. Mechanic St.
Cost: $6
Details: 783-0962 or www.doghorrormovie.com

Four-day planner of Jackson-area acitivities for May 28

Allegiance Health, the Greater Jackson Chamber of Commerce and the Walton Agency will sponsor a free health symposium from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. June 8 at the Potter Center on the Jackson Community College campus. The event will offer an opportunity to become involved in "Jackson Business Leaders for Health," a collaborative effort by local employers to improve Jackson's workforce. Registration deadline is Friday. Call 841-7433.

"Scrappin' and Craftin'," 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Universalist Unitarian Church of East Liberty, 2231 Jefferson Road. Donations accepted. RSVP to 313-387-3201.

Camp O' the Hills open house, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, 2100 Pink St., Brooklyn. Free. 592-6373.

"The New Jackson" worship explosion, noon to 7 p.m. Saturday, Dungy Field, Jackson High School. Free. 937-1775.

Jane Murray, Native American storytelling, 2 p.m. Saturday, Dahlem Center, 7117 S. Jackson Road. 782-3453.

Square dancing in the park is set for 7 p.m. Thursdays starting June 4 at the Rotary community bandshell at Sparks Foundation County Park. Sessions will run through Aug. 27. For more details, call 784-0863.

Missy's Little Grass Shack in Grass Lake reopens


Missy's Little Grass Shack in Grass Lake reopens one month after fire
by Shannon Maynard For the Jackson Citizen Patriot
It took Missy Shelhart a little more than a month to reopen Missy's Little Grass Shack after most of the building was destroyed during a fire April 25, and Shelhart has several customers to thank for helping get the doors opened.






A Day with John James Audubon

June 6th, 2009 10:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.

Brian "Fox" Ellis performing the persona of Audubon at;
The Dahlem Conservancy
and Ella Sharp Museum.
10:00 - 11:00 am and 11:30 am - 12:30 pm.

At Ella Sharp from 2:00 - 4:00 pm,
visit with Audubon as he interprets his art on exhibit.

call 517-782-3453 or 517-787-2320

Location:

The Dahlem Educational Center (7117 South Jackson Road)

The Ella Sharp Museum of Art and History (3225 4th St.)

Cost: Adults - $8.00 for each performance. Children - (5-12 years old) $5.00
Sponsored By: Michigan Automotive Compressor Inc.

New Jackson Worship Explosion

New Jackson Worship Explosion
May 30th, 2009 ~ Noon to 7 pm
Jackson High School Dungy Stadium

Contact: Bill Latocki Phone: 517-522-6202
Sponsored By: NewJackson.org & Together We Can Make A Difference

Wednesday, May 27, 2009

Camp O' the Hills Open House

Camp O' the Hills Open House

Tour the camp and meet the staff. This is a time to view the property, tour the buildings, and ask questions.

Contact: Joyce Hill
Phone: 517-592-6373
Sponsored By: Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan

Saturday, May 23, 2009

MDOT to begin construction of a center-turn lane on US-127 in Jackson County

Tuesday, May 26, the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will begin initial construction for a center left-turn lane on US-127 from Ayers Road to Floyd Avenue in southern Jackson County.

Work next week includes temporary widening of the roadway so traffic can be maintained for the remainder of the project. Traffic will be reduced to 45 mph through the work zone, and one lane of traffic will be maintained in each direction.

Thursday, May 14, 2009

Jackson Midtown Association plans to expand Taste of Jackson to include fashion show, art show

by Tarryl Jackson Jackson Citizen Patriot
Tuesday May 12, 2009, 3:46 PM


Rocky Top Chef Barry Boland, right, hands out BBQ Pork sandwiches to
Ken Strickrodt of Jackson during last year's Taste of Jackson event.

Jackson residents and visitors who venture
downtown to taste the local cuisine at this year's
Taste of Jackson will be in for an extra treat.
The annual event, which is hosted by the Midtown Association,
will also feature a fashion show and
live art demonstrations by local artists.

The event is scheduled for Aug. 15 and will take
place from 1 to 4 p.m. on Mechanic Street,
between Cortland Street and Washington Avenue.

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Monday, May 11, 2009

Balloons coming to Jackson County Airport in July

Balloons coming to Jackson County Airport in July
by Jackson Citizen Patriot
Saturday May 09, 2009, 12:21 AM

Hot Air Jubilee returns from hiatus to the Jackson County Airport on July 17 to 19.

Thursday, May 7, 2009