Retirement Reception Honoring Sara Tackett
Carnegie Library Jackson, MI, United StatesCome celebrate with us! The entire staff at Jackson District Library is honoring Director Sara Tackett’s 24 year career with refreshments and a tribute at a reception on December 2 from 4:30-7:30 PM in the Carnegie Library Children’s Department, where Sara started at JDL in 1998. This celebration is open to the community.
Morning Movies at Concord
Concord Branch 108 S. Main St., Concord, MI, United StatesStop by the Concord Branch on the first Saturday of every month and enjoy popcorn and a family movie. November 5: Rumble (PG) December 3: Top Gun: Maverick (PG-13) January 7: Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank (PG) February 4: Minions: The Rise of Gru (PG)
The Polar Express Hosted by the Lost Railway Museum
Lost Railway Museum 142 W. Michigan Ave., Grass Lake, MI, United StatesCome explore Grass Lake's Lost Railway Museum and watch the Christmas classic, The Polar Express on December 3 & 17.
Cookie Day Celebration
Jackson, MI, United StatesIn celebration of National Cookie Day, tag us on social media with your favorite cookie recipes so we can share for others to enjoy.
Eastern Branch Book Club
Eastern Branch 3125 E. Michigan Ave., Jackson, MI, United StatesJoin us and other readers on the first Monday of the month to talk about the monthly book group pick! Winter Dates: December 5, January 9*, February 6 at 6 PM *January's session will be held on the second Monday.
Drop-in Holiday Crafts
Eastern Branch 3125 E. Michigan Ave., Jackson, MI, United StatesJoin us at the Eastern Branch on December 6 from 6-7:30 PM to learn how to create four quick and easy holiday items that can be used to decorate your home or give as a gift. All ages are welcome and supplies are included.
Meijer Branch Storytime
Meijer Branch 2699 Airport Rd., Jackson, MI, United StatesJDL storytimes offer age-appropriate books, music, and activities for babies, toddlers, families, and young children. Most importantly, they help develop everyone’s imaginations! Meijer Branch Storytime: Wednesdays, 11 AM (ages 3-5) Storytimes will run weekly. Winter: January 9 to March 3 Spring: March 6 to April 28
Holiday Festivities at Summit
Summit Branch 104 W. Bird Street, Jackson, MI, United StatesVisit Summit on December 7 at 6 PM to share a story with Mrs. Claus, create a marshmallow pop, prepare magic reindeer food, and help build the branch's holiday tree. Space is limited. Please call 517-783-4030 to register.
Larry Martin Presents “WWII In Their Own Words”
Carnegie Library Jackson, MI, United StatesHonor the anniversary of Pearl Harbor with a special presentation as part of Larry Martin's "WWII In Their Own Words." Larry will be showing an interview with Jackson Native Herb Elfring, who was stationed at Pearl Harbor. This event will take place December 8 at 6 PM at the Carnegie Library. You can also watch […]
Michigan Lighthouses
Concord Branch 108 S. Main St., Concord, MI, United StatesLearn about Michigan's lighthouses with Laurie Perkins from the Michigan DNR. About the presenter: Laurie Perkins is is the Site Historian for the Mann House, Walker Tavern, and the Tawas Point Lighthouse. In 2020, she was a guest on Light Hearted, an podcast about lighthouses. You can listen to the episode here.