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Larry Martin presents “WWII in Their Own Words”
Carnegie Library Jackson, MI, United StatesLearn about the experiences of those who lived through WWII in an interview presented by local historian Larry Martin at the Carnegie Library. August 6: Bud Abbott Lt. USN. Bud was a PT boat skipper (the same thing that President Kennedy did during the war). Bud was in the South Pacific at New Guinea and […]
Bright Walls Chaos Painting
Carnegie Library Jackson, MI, United StatesMeet us on the Carnegie Library front lawn for some chaos painting! We'll have canvases, acrylic paint, brushes, all you need to bring is creativity and clothes you don't mind possibly getting paint on. This is an all ages program to simply let your creativity flow. Supplies are limited, and available on a first come, […]
Great Michigan Read
Carnegie Library Jackson, MI, United StatesJDL is once again participating in The Great Michigan Read, an opportunity for Michiganders to connect and explore the history and voices of our state. The 2021-22 title is The Women of the Copper Country, Mary Doria Russell's riveting account of 25-year-old Annie Clements as she stood up for the miners and families of Calumet, […]
Larry Martin Presents “WWII In Their Own Words”
Carnegie Library Jackson, MI, United StatesJoin us at the Carnegie Library to see interviews with WWII veterans presented by local historian Larry Martin. September 10: Charles McClelland was aboard the USS Helena in the Pacific and was involved in naval battles around the Guadalcanal area. The Helena was escorting the USS Juneau away from a battle when the Juneau was […]
Old Time Radio Shows at the Carnegie Library
Carnegie Library Jackson, MI, United StatesDo you enjoy nostalgia and history? Join us to hear an Old Time Radio Show presented by Center Stage Jackson. The shows will include Episode 1 of Flash Gordon: Amazing Interplanetary Adventures (1935) and the comedy Fibber McGee and Molly from "The Flying Saucer" (1950). Meijer Branch: October 8, 1 PM Carnegie Library: October 15, […]
FAFSA Workshop
Carnegie Library Jackson, MI, United StatesRepresentatives from the College & Career Access Center will present a workshop with area high school seniors to help them find and complete the necessary FAFSA documents. Students should bring the following items for you and your parent(s): Date of birth and Social Security number Driver’s license number, if you have one (student only) Federal […]
Resume Workshop
Carnegie Library Jackson, MI, United StatesJoin us at the Carnegie Library to go through the process of making a resume and ask any questions you may have. Session Dates: October 18, 1-3 PM October 20, 6-8 PM
Genealogy Workshop
Carnegie Library Jackson, MI, United StatesAre you looking to research your family but don't know where to start? Join us at the Carnegie Library for a Beginners Genealogy Workshop presented by Marge Herman from the Jackson County Genealogical Society. You'll have the chance to learn about genealogy databases available at JDL and resources available at the Jackson County Genealogical Society. […]
Zombie Survival
Carnegie Library Jackson, MI, United StatesThe Zombie Apocalypse has happened! Get prepared for a disaster in a Choose Your Own Adventure game. At the end of the game each participant will end up with a bag and some supplies to start their own Emergency/Disaster Go Bag. Space is limited and registration is required. This program is intended for teens and […]
Board Game Sundays
Carnegie Library Jackson, MI, United StatesCome to the Carnegie Library Quiet Reading Room to play some board games or do puzzles every Sunday from 1:30-4:30 PM, starting September 4. The library will provide the games, you provide the fun! This program is open to all ages.