Events of June 19, 2017

The City of Jackson Nixon Water Park opens for the season today.  Monday thru Thursday, open swim sessions are 11am to 3pm ($4), 2:15 to 5:15pm ($4) and 5:30 to 7pm ($2).  Friday and Saturday open swim sessions are 11am to 2pm and 2:15 to 5:15pm ($4).

The City of Jackson Nixon Skate Park opens today, hours are 11am to 7pm.  Free entry, $1 to rent helmet and pads.

The Jackson Recreation Department presents the Corey Pryor Track & Field Camp.  The camp is for students in Kindergarten through 12th grade. Attend this awesome program to get a jump start on the sport of track and field. Take part in such events as 200m, 400m, long-jump and team relays. Not only will you be working on the fundamentals of track and field, you will participate in track and field meets.   June 19th through July 19th (NO CLASSES WEEK OF JULY 3RD)  Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays from 5:30 pm until 7:30 pm.  The camp is held at Withington Stadium, the fee is $20 attend/live in the JPS District,  $30 outside of JPS District. Please call at 788-4040 if you have any questions.

The Michigan Theatre proudly presents the enlightening Good Will Hunting.  The film is the third in our film course led by guest Professor Dave DeBaker.  The film class will begin at 6 PM, and there will there will be a brief discussion after the film.  Classes will cover the fundamentals of cinematography. Educating the viewer to a higher level of appreciation for the worlds largest artistic medium.  $7 for an single film (which includes $5 admission).  Films are open to the public starting at 7 PM with General Admission $5.

The monthly “Writers Group” will be held at the Spring Arbor branch of the Jackson District Library.  Every third Monday of the month from 7 to 9pm, learn tips on writing and share your advice with others.  New members are always welcome.