Local Venues
- George E. Potter Center
2111 Emmons Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
517-787-0800 - Dahlem Environmental Education Center
7117 S. Jackson Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
517-782-3453 - Center Stage Jackson
- Ella Sharp Museum
3225 4th St
Jackson, MI 49203
517-787-2320 - Jackson County Fairgrounds
200 W. Ganson
Jackson, MI 49201
517-788-4405 - Michigan Theater of Jackson
124 N. Mechanic St
Jackson, MI 49201
517-783-0962
Jackson Michigan Events
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February 2010
Party for the Planet Enrichment and More Potter Park Zoo 1301 S. Pennsylvania Ave. Lansing, MI 48912
Join us as we celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Earth Day. Conservation and Green tables will be located>>more
St. Johns Lenten Soup and Salad Dinners St. John the Evangelist Parish, 711 N Francis Street, Jackson
St. John the Evangelist Parish is sponsoring it's annual Lenten Soup and Salad dinners. Each week during>>more
Weekly Friday Night Fish Fry Hankerd Hills Golf Course
All you can eat hand dipped cod includes salad bar, choice of potato, and roll for only $9.99>>more
March 2010
My Ideal Weight A Time To Unwind, 400 S. Mechanic Street, Jackson, MI 49201
Friendly Weight Loss Competition. You’ve gained alone now let’s lose together! Come join us as we walk>>more
Musical - Fiddler on the Roof Jackson Community College, Potter Center
Northwest Community Schools Present the Musical - “Fiddler on the Roof” JCC Potter Center March>>more
A Visit to the Dahlem Sugar Bush The Dahlem Conservancy
Experience the authentic art of maple sugaring and more! Come see the sugaring process step-by-step>>more
Grass Lake Spring Business Expo George Long Elementary School (829 South Union St, Grass Lake)
Grass Lake Chamber members will enjoy a discounted Expo fee of $100. Non-member rate is $195 and>>more
Creative Voice Workshop 3181 Mathews Rd., Spring Arbor, MI 49283
Through journaling, this workshop will help you explore your creative journey: past, present and>>more
Family Fun Night Jackson YMCA
Come to the Jackson YMCA on March 20th to enjoy crafts, games, swimming, snacks, see a family movie,>>more
Jackson Symphony concert Jackson Community College Potter Center
The master of drama, suspense and passion turns his attention to the spiritual world and combines all>>more
Scats and Tracks The Dahlem Conservancy
Whose scat is that? Children will become wildlife detectives during this hands-on investigation of local>>more
Good Morning! Greater Jackson Bella Notte Ristorante
Start the day with us and enjoy a delightful, hot breakfast along with networking. This show is broadcast>>more
The 30/50 Project Speaker Michigan Theater
Cinda Baxter, nationally renowned business consultant and speaker, will be in Jackson on Wednesday, March>>more
Red Anywhere...be on the lookout!
Red is a pop-up art gallery that will pop-up at a downtown location. All art will be professionally>>more
ICE KART RACING Optimist Ice Arena
JACKSON OPTIMIST ICE ARENA PRESENTS GO KARTS ON ICE PRACTICE TIME AND QUALIFING ON FRI MARCH 26 AT>>more
Early Waterfowl Trip Eastside Meijer parking lot, Jackson
Don and Robyn Henise will lead us around the Jackson area in search of early waterfowl migration. Meet>>more
Easter Egg Hunt Hankerd Hills Golf Course, 10251 Resort Rd. Pleasant Lake, MI 49272
Join us for our annual easter egg hunt. Sponsored by the Henrietta Fire Department and Auxillary, children>>more
The Dirt on Dirt The Dahlem Conservancy
Made from the same elements as the stars, plants and animals, and us, "dirt is very much alive” and its>>more
Rolf Peterson, Wolf Talk Potter Park Zoo 1301 S. Pennsylvania Ave. Lansing, MI 48912
Join Potter Park Zoo for an afternoon of discovery and adventure into the wonderful world of wolves on>>more
April 2010
Eastern Michigan University JCC Site Open House JCC Federer Room
Education for Educators Personal and professional development is a central part of the sucessful educator's>>more
Was That Another LBJ Ella Sharp Museum
Gary Siegrist from the Dahlem Conservancy will present exploring the sometimes confusing world of native>>more
Free Community Family Movie Event Grace Church
Tired of paying ridiculously high movie prices, but still like the big screen? Come to Grace Church on>>more
ORS Marrowthon 2010 Jackson, MI
Start Times: 8K Run: 8:00AM 5K Run: 8:15AM Kids Fun Run: 9:30AM Awards: Top male & female finishers>>more
Volunteer Recruitment Day Potter Park Zoo 1301 S. Pennsylvania Ave. Lansing, MI 48912
Want to become a Zoo volunteer? Here’s your opportunity to find out what it’s all about! Check out>>more
Night of the Amphibians The Dahlem Conservancy
Join Dahlem staff for our annual spring frog frenzy! We'll introduce you to a host of local amphibians,>>more
Downtown Jackson Artists Walking Tour Downtown Jackson Businesses
Jackson downtown businesses are adopting artists in their store on April 17th. The participating businesses>>more
Dahlem Workbee The Dahlem Conservancy
You may have heard the Chinese proverb, Many Hands… Make Light Work. Now is your chance to join the “many>>more
Married Couples - Spring Date Night 2692 N Dettman Rd., Jackson, MI 49201
FREE MOVIE and Popcorn. Movie: "NO GREATER LOVE, First Love, Second Chance." Movie starts at 8:00pm. Optional>>more
United Way Soup Kitchen Lunch and Annual Meeting Commonwealth Commerce Center
Enjoy delicious soups and bread from local chefs and bakeries at the 2nd annual Soup Kitchen Lunch and>>more
Sleeping Beauty ballet presented by the Youth Dance Theatre of Michigan (YDT) Chelsea High School
The Youth Dance Theatre of Michigan (YDT) presents Tchaikovsky's Sleeping Beauty ballet this Spring!>>more
Jackson Symphony Concert Jackson Community College
Proms III - The official celebration of Jackson's 60-year commitment to excellence in the world of music.>>more
Earth Day Cascades Park
Jackson Area Outdoor Coalition (JAOC) will sponsor its fourth annual “Celebrate Earth Day” event free>>more
Arbor Day Celebration Potter Park Zoo 1301 S. Pennsylvania Ave. Lansing, MI 48912
Michigan Arbor Day Alliance is once again hosting the State Arbor Day Celebration at the Potter Park>>more
May 2010
United Way and Citizens Bank Grand Slam for Kids Comerica Park
A great day of family fun at Comerica Park! Kids get to participate in an on-field clinic with Tigers>>more
Jackson Storyfest JHS 544 Wildwood Ave.
An evening performance just for adults and teens featuring master storyteller, Willy Claflin. With his>>more
Storytelling Workshops Carnegie Library 244 W. Michigan Ave.
Learn the hows and whys of storytelling from the pros. Two 2 hour workshops led by national level storytellers>>more
10th Annual Jackson Blessing of the Bikes New Horizons Community Church, 4300 Lansing Ave., Jackson,MI
Music, fellowship, door prizes, donation drawing, food and concessions, Ride-In motorcycle show with>>more
Storyfest Family Matinee The Assembly 141 E. Michigan Ave. NOTE NEW LOCATION!
Jackson's own professional storyteller, Judy Gail will entertain all ages with stories, music and audience>>more
Jackson Storyfest JHS 544 Wildwood Ave.
Award-winning storyteller Dovie Thomason shares the old stories from her Kiowa Apache and Lakota relatives.>>more
Broadway Bound Cabaret Jackson Symphony Orchestra Hall
The Jackson Chorale presents a montage of Broadway hits sung by the chorus and various soloists while>>more
Word Wise Jackson District Library, Carnegie
Word Wise: An Evening with Jewell Parker Rhodes You are invited to meet Jewell Parker Rhodes at Jackson>>more
Everything's Coming Up Quilts Jackson Catholic Middle School
A display of 175+ quilts made by members of the local Pieces and Patches Quilt Guild. Included will>>more
Chamber of Commerce Spring Golf Outing The Country Club of Jackson
The Chamber of Commerce will host it's annual Spring Golf Outing at The Country Club of Jackson on May>>more
Smart Commute 2010 Various
Smart Commute 2010 The Smart Commute is a chance to include walking, biking, or transit into your>>more
ART and Flowers Fine Art Fair Van Thorre’s Greenhouse & Gift Shop
Fresh air, flowers & ART await you at Van Thorre’s Greenhouse and Gift Shop. Take a short drive to the>>more
75th Annual Pink Ball The Country Club of Jackson
Annual fundraiser for Allegiance Health. There will be dinner, dancing and a silent auction. >>more
June 2010
Jackson Co. Rose Parade and Party in the Park Various locations
The Rose Festival is planning another family fun-filled weekend starting June 5th with a Golf Scramble>>more
Dawn Patrol Pancake Breakfast Mason Jewett Airport
"All-U-Can-Eat" Pancake Breakfast (served with eggs,sausage,juice and coffee). FREE Breakfast to the>>more
United Way Day of Action United Way Center, 536 N. Jackson St.
Come help the Master Gardeners prepare the beds and plant new flowers in our Celebration Garden. The>>more
Feast For Knowledge - Jackson Community College Foundation JCC Campus
The Outdoor Kickoff Event for JCC's dinner series, Feast For Knowledge. Bid on fabulous dinners to attend>>more
Iron Goddess Triathlon Waterloo Recreation Area
Sprint Tri, Mini-Sprint Tri, and Sprint Du FORMERLY She Rocks! Celebrating women! Many unique features>>more
July 2010
United Way Blue Putt Special Hankerd Hills Golf Course
A FREE Breakfast and an amazing deal on golf! Enjoy a scrumptious buffet while learning how United Way>>more
Land of NOD Dalton Farms (3800 Dalton Rd., Jackson)
Land of NOD is an evolving project testing the boundaries of presentation, human creativity and exploration>>more
August 2010
Battle of Waterloo Waterloo Recreation Area
Ten legs, 42 miles through the sprawling Waterloo Recreation Area, one of the most rugged and beautiful>>more
Obsessions 2010 Michigan Theatre of Jackson
Obsessions is an annual fundraiser for the Michigan Theatre of Jackson. There will be food and beverage>>more
Mason Aviation Day Mason Jewett Airport
"All-U-Can-Eat" Pancake Breakfast ( served with eggs,sausage,juice and coffee) from 7:30am to 11:30am>>more
Birds, Blooms, and Butterflies Festival The Dahlem Conservancy
Dahlem invites all to attend our 3rd annual "Birds, Blooms and Butterflies" festival on Saturday, August>>more
September 2010
United Way Celebrity Pump Local Gas Stations TBA
Local Celebrites will kick off the 2010 United Way Community Campaign by pumping your gas and washing>>more
United Way 2010 Campaign Kick Off Reception Daryl's Downtown
Help us kick off the 2010 United Way Community Campaign with an hors d'oeuvre reception at Daryl's Downtown.>>more
December 2010
United Way FREE Community Movie Night Michigan Theatre
Bring the entire family to see "A Christmas Story" at the Michigan Theatre! Enjoy this classic Chritsmas>>more