http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/ en mindy@jacksonchamber.org Copyright 2010 2010-10-04T13:21:05+00:00 http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/dave-ramsey-financial-peace-university/ http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/dave-ramsey-financial-peace-university/ January 29, 2012 : Financial Peace University is designed to teach you and your family how to get out of debt, stay out of debt, and build wealth.  You'll meet with your class each week to watch the video lesson and participate in discussion that will change your whole attitude about money!  Community January 29, 2012 http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/valentines-for-seniors/ http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/valentines-for-seniors/ February 4, 2012 : Make a Valentine card for a senior citizen throughout the first part of February. Supplies will be provided and the cards will be delivered to the seniors on Valentine’s Day. Community, Holiday, Valentine's Celebration, Arts and Crafts, Children's Arts and Crafts February 4, 2012 http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/25-off-case-sale/ http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/25-off-case-sale/ February 3, 2012 : Take advantage of this great deal and mix a case (12 bottles) of all your favorite Sleeping Bear Wines. Wine February 3, 2012 http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/kids-workshop/ http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/kids-workshop/ February 4, 2012 : Bring your children to The Home Depot on the first Saturday of every month from 9am-12pm for a free kids workshop. Community, Art and Cultural, Children's Arts and Crafts February 4, 2012 http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/toy-collectible-show1/ http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/toy-collectible-show1/ February 4, 2012 : NASCAR, HOTWHEELS, TRAINS,TRACTORS, SLOT CARS, PROMOS, OLD TOYS,STAR WARS, PEZ, DIE CAST SEMI’S, MATCHBOX AND MORE. OVER 155 TABLES    Community, Entertainment, Treasure Hunt, Family, Festival February 4, 2012 http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/vital-signs-germs-parasites-allergies-oh-my-eastern-branch/ http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/vital-signs-germs-parasites-allergies-oh-my-eastern-branch/ February 4, 2012 : Beginning Saturday, February 4, 2012, Jackson District Library will continue to offer Vital Signs: How Health Works presented by the University of Michigan’s Exhibit Museum Family Reading and Science Program 2012. The continued program will be offered at four JDL locations through the. In February, Workshop 2: Germs, Parasites & Allergies, Oh My! will teach children about the things that make us sick and learn what our bodies do to protect themselves. Workshop 3: Build the $6 Million You will take place in the month of March. Children will explore ways we can improve and maintain our health. This program is funded by the Toyota USA Foundation and the Exhibit Museum of Natural History. The program is for children ages 6 to 11 accompanied by an adult. The Vital Signs: How Health Works workshops are free. To ensure there will be enough supplies and space, please guarantee your spot today by registering at the JDL location where you will be attending the program. For more information call 517-788-4087, ext. 235 or visit www.myjdl.com. Community, Family, Community Workshop, Health February 4, 2012 http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/vital-signs-germs-parasites-allergies-oh-my-carnegie-branch/ http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/vital-signs-germs-parasites-allergies-oh-my-carnegie-branch/ February 4, 2012 : Beginning Saturday, February 4, 2012, Jackson District Library will continue to offer Vital Signs: How Health Works presented by the University of Michigan’s Exhibit Museum Family Reading and Science Program 2012. The continued program will be offered at four JDL locations through the. In February, Workshop 2: Germs, Parasites & Allergies, Oh My! will teach children about the things that make us sick and learn what our bodies do to protect themselves. Workshop 3: Build the $6 Million You will take place in the month of March. Children will explore ways we can improve and maintain our health. This program is funded by the Toyota USA Foundation and the Exhibit Museum of Natural History. The program is for children ages 6 to 11 accompanied by an adult. The Vital Signs: How Health Works workshops are free. To ensure there will be enough supplies and space, please guarantee your spot today by registering at the JDL location where you will be attending the program. For more information call 517-788-4087, ext. 235 or visit www.myjdl.com. Community, Family, Community Workshop, Health February 4, 2012 http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/live-music-with-free-kittens/ http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/live-music-with-free-kittens/ February 4, 2012 : For more info: http://www.facebook.com/freekittens http://www.reverbnation.com/FreeKittens Community, Drink, Coffee, Entertainment, Music February 4, 2012 http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/great-movies-grand-pianos2/ http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/great-movies-grand-pianos2/ February 4, 2012 :   Orchestra's Let's Dance concert to enliven a cold winter night   Three 20th Century pieces and a classical masterwork will be presented Feb. 4 when the Jackson Symphony Orchestra presents a mid-winter concert meant to raise pulses and inspire listeners.    Ticket holders are invited to attend the complimentary and highly acclaimed pre-concert lecture series hosted by Dr. Bruce Brown, JSO's Composer-in-Residence. Called Backstage Glimpses, the lectures take place at 6:30 p.m. in the Federer Rooms off the main floor lobby in the Potter Center and are sponsored by Allegiance Health.     To order tickets, call 782-3221, ext. 118; visit www.jacksonsymphony.org; or stop by the orchestra's downtown office at 215 W. Michigan Ave., Jackson. Single-show tickets range from $18 to $32. The JSO also is offering passes to the final three concerts of the season at special rates. Subscriptions for the Feb. 4 Let's Dance!, March 17 Out of This World and May 5 New Age/Cutting Edge concerts range from $40 to $75.  Group Tickets - Fill the house! JSO Concert Champions, a unique way to fill the house, provides local businesses, service organizations and educators the opportunity to purchase blocks of tickets at a discounted rate in order to bring new audiences to JSO events. To learn more about JSO Corporate Programs contact Mary Spring, JSO Development Director at 782-3221 or jso2007@jacksonsymphony.org.   Great discounts are available on ticket and accommodation packages when you book a getaway through the Jackson County Convention and Visitors Bureau. 1-800-245-5282. Community, Entertainment, Music, Concert, Getaways February 4, 2012 http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/dave-ramsey-financial-peace-university/ http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/dave-ramsey-financial-peace-university/ February 5, 2012 : Financial Peace University is designed to teach you and your family how to get out of debt, stay out of debt, and build wealth.  You'll meet with your class each week to watch the video lesson and participate in discussion that will change your whole attitude about money!  Community February 5, 2012 http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/super-bowl-party-for-a-cause/ http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/super-bowl-party-for-a-cause/ February 5, 2012 : Come watch all the action on the big screen in HD. We got beer, we got pizza… and we will be doing some special Chili for the big day. 25% of all beer sold will be donated to the First Fruits Grocery Ministry in Jackson.   Football February 5, 2012 http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/super-bowl/ http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/super-bowl/ February 5, 2012 : Avalon Hotel will host a superbowl showing on a BIG screen in our indoor pool side area. The cost will be $5.00 entrance fee(unlimited use of ammenities included) and will offer specials on pitchers and a limited appetizer menu! specials on rooms for the day at:$45.00 Bring the family and come enjoy!! Entertainment February 5, 2012 http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/super-bowl-party/ http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/super-bowl-party/ February 5, 2012 : Join us for our Super Bowl XLVI festivities on Feb. 5th, 2012! Watch the game on our 17 flatscreen HD TVs! Drink specials, great giveaways and a food buffet!!  Drink, Dinner February 5, 2012 http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/valentines-for-seniors/ http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/valentines-for-seniors/ February 6, 2012 : Make a Valentine card for a senior citizen throughout the first part of February. Supplies will be provided and the cards will be delivered to the seniors on Valentine’s Day. Community, Holiday, Valentine's Celebration, Arts and Crafts, Children's Arts and Crafts February 6, 2012 http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/introduction-to-ipads/ http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/introduction-to-ipads/ February 6, 2012 : Explore the basic functions to operate the Apple iPad and learn about the numerous useful applications (apps) that are available to download and can be used on various Apple devices. Community, Workshop February 6, 2012 http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/senior-yoga4/ http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/senior-yoga4/ February 6, 2012 : Seniors are invited to join us for Yoga with Jeanette Lamphere from Befitting Yoga Connection. Don’t forget, this class is every Monday! Community, Fitness/Sports, Fitness Class, Fitness Lessons or Classes February 6, 2012 http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/a-valentines-merchant-monday/ http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/a-valentines-merchant-monday/ February 6, 2012 : Mat’s Café has brought a one-stop shopping experience to downtown Jackson.   On Monday, February 6, 2012, Mat’s Café is opening their newest section of the restaurant to local vendors.  Customers will have the opportunity to eat and shop in the same place.  A team of local entrepreneurs who are represented by Business 2 Business Connections, a free networking group in Jackson, approached Mat about the idea.  “We want to grow Jackson business through Jackson businesses,” said Lucie Draper of Blue Diamond Concierge.  Need a hand-crafted greeting card? Or help navigating the investment market? Need someone to drive you to the doctor’s office or fix a hem?  From cupcakes and cookies to photographs, we have local entrepreneurs ready to work with you to meet your needs.  Community, Food, Business, Arts and Crafts February 6, 2012 http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/ereaders-at-east-werin1/ http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/ereaders-at-east-werin1/ February 6, 2012 : Patrons can sign up for a one on one appointment and learn how to use their eReaders to take out library books, purchase items and generally get comfortable with their new devices. Any type of eReader (IPad, Nook, Kindle, etc.) can be brought in. Patrons must schedule appointments for these one-on-one sessions. To register please call (517) 788-4074. Community, Workshop February 6, 2012 http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/knitting-group2/ http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/knitting-group2/ February 6, 2012 : Bring your projects and your questions. Community February 6, 2012 http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/ribbon-cutting-for-jacksonopolis/ http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/ribbon-cutting-for-jacksonopolis/ February 6, 2012 :   Jacksonopolis Launch Party 6pm-10pm   Ribbon Cutting 7pm   For More Information: www.facebook.com/jacksonopolis or info@jacksonopolis.com     Community, Business, Chamber, Jackson County Chamber Member, Networking Event, Open House, Ribbon Cutting February 6, 2012 http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/a-month-of-rumba/ http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/a-month-of-rumba/ February 6, 2012 : Shake off your cabin fever and come on out for a series of dance classes on the Romantic Rumba! Every Monday in February, you will learn from Erin Kownacki, a ballroom dance instructor with over 10 years experience, how to move around the floor to the sensual rumba rhythm. This is an excellent gift for your sweetheart in the month of love and romance!! 7pm – 8pm $48 per person if you pre-register or $15 per person/per class You can pre-register by calling. 734-545-3825 Dance Lessons February 6, 2012 http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/guided-nature-hikes1/ http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/guided-nature-hikes1/ February 7, 2012 : Join Dahlem staff for an educational and rewarding hike on Dahlem's five miles of scenic trails in search of our seasonal flora and fauna. Whether you are a birder with your eyes to the sky, an amateur botanist with your nose to the ground, or simply enjoy a stroll outdoors, all are welcome. Please wear appropriate outdoor attire and hiking shoes. Binoculars suggested but not required.   The John and Mary Dahlem Environmental Education Center is "Jackson's Nature Place", where everyone can come to learn about and enjoy the natural world. A minimum $3.00 donation per person is required for non-members and admission is FREE for members. For more information, to register, or to become a member, call The Dahlem Conservancy at (517) 782-3453. Community, Animal, Birding, Fitness/Sports, Outdoor, Hike February 7, 2012 http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/valentines-for-seniors/ http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/valentines-for-seniors/ February 8, 2012 : Make a Valentine card for a senior citizen throughout the first part of February. Supplies will be provided and the cards will be delivered to the seniors on Valentine’s Day. Community, Holiday, Valentine's Celebration, Arts and Crafts, Children's Arts and Crafts February 8, 2012 http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/spread-the-love/ http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/spread-the-love/ February 8, 2012 : Make a Valentine for a loved one or that special someone at the Springport Branch this year for Valentine’s Day. Community, Holiday, Valentine's Celebration, Arts and Crafts, Children's Arts and Crafts February 8, 2012 http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/valentines-for-veterans/ http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/valentines-for-veterans/ February 8, 2012 : Make a Valentine for those who protect our freedoms. Supplies will be provided. Community, Holiday, Valentine's Celebration, Arts and Crafts, Children's Arts and Crafts February 8, 2012 http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/the-winter-green-market-at-allegiance-health/ http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/the-winter-green-market-at-allegiance-health/ February 9, 2012 : A winter farmers' market featuring winter produce, including spnach, squash, and lettuce, and free-range chicken eggs, grass-fed beef, homemade jams, baked goods, natural soaps, etc. Community, Family, Food, Market, Business, Outdoor February 9, 2012 http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/collaborative-sn-event-with-b2b-and-bni/ http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/collaborative-sn-event-with-b2b-and-bni/ February 9, 2012 : We guarantee that you will meet more people than you typically do during the same amount of time in an unstructured setting. Those who make the effort to come are serious about creating connections and the quality of leads is higher. For this event, we invited other local networking groups to join us.  You should too! Business, Chamber, Networking Event February 9, 2012 http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/classic-movies-snacks-his-girl-friday/ http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/classic-movies-snacks-his-girl-friday/ February 9, 2012 : Join us every Thursday in the month of February for a classic movie and refreshments! The last film for February is His Girl Friday, starring Cary Grant and Rosalind Russell. Community, Entertainment, Movie February 9, 2012 http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/third-thursday-at-the-ella/ http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/third-thursday-at-the-ella/ February 9, 2012 : Please join us for Artful Live Music, Good Company, and Sips 'n Chips. Third Thursdays in the months of October through March: Oct. 20th, Nov. 17th, Dec. 15th, Jan. 19th, Feb. 16th & March 15th 5:30 to 8:00pm Cash Bar Music sponsored by Lochmoor Entertainment, www.lochmoorentertainment.com Follow us at the Ella Sharp Museum's Face book page, and our website: ellasharp.org More information: call 517-787-2320 Art and Cultural, Drink, Beer, Wine, Music February 9, 2012 http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/genealogy-help1/ http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/genealogy-help1/ February 9, 2012 : Steve Shively of the Genealogical Society will come and aid those interested in genealogical research every second Wednesday of the month at the Carnegie Library. Community, Family, History February 9, 2012 http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/valentines-for-seniors/ http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/valentines-for-seniors/ February 10, 2012 : Make a Valentine card for a senior citizen throughout the first part of February. Supplies will be provided and the cards will be delivered to the seniors on Valentine’s Day. Community, Holiday, Valentine's Celebration, Arts and Crafts, Children's Arts and Crafts February 10, 2012 http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/valentines-date-night-at-in-good-company/ http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/valentines-date-night-at-in-good-company/ February 10, 2012 : Join us for Valentine's! We are offering our "Date Night" Dinner and a Movie Package. Package includes (from our special menu) a shared appetizer, two entrees, a dessert to split, a rose and two movie tickets to Goodrich Quality Theaters! All this for only $55.00! Available February 10th thru February 14th. Reservations are required to get the package, and seating is limited! Call today! 517-529-9150 Holiday, Valentine's Celebration, Drink, Beer, Coffee, Wine, Food, Dinner, Movie February 10, 2012 http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/free-live-entertainment/ http://www.visitjacksonmi.com/calendar-of-events/free-live-entertainment/ February 10, 2012 : Every Friday, the Jackson Coffee Co. opens it's doors to the public to come in and enjoy FREE live music! We feature a variety of artists (from folk to rhythm and blues, to gospel). All this great music right alongside fresh roasted coffee! To save money on your coffee beverages, be sure to sign up on their website for Friday night coupons and their monthly newsletter! www.jacksoncoffeeco.com Community, Drink, Coffee, Entertainment, Music, Concert February 10, 2012