Issue 132 - Nov 14, 2007

From Your Director ...

Main Street Publishing has been a unique asset to downtown Jackson for over 11 years. This publishing company is owned and operated by dn english and Dr. Danny Winbush. Their goal is to give authors premium services at the most competitive prices. dn english says, “It has always been my dream to showcase talented writers and artists, the ones who don’t always get the chance to be heard.”

Working with a local publishing company has its advantages as writers can interact with Main Street Publishing’s staff as well as receive the encouragement and support they need in order to create the book of their dreams. Main Street Publishing has published over 140 books which can be purchased online or at their bookstore called, Something to Read, located inside the Shops of the Painted Lady in downtown Jackson.

On Saturday, November 17, Main Street Publishing presents their 7th Annual Book Release Celebration of “The Talent Among Us.” The celebration will highlight this year’s publication, "Inspirations," a collection of short stories and poems by 38 Tennessee writers. Meet some of the writers who were chosen for this year's book and hear the long awaited announcement of the winners of the short story and poetry contests!

Don’t miss this exciting event which will take place at 11:00 a.m. at the Pythian Building, 206 East Main Street. For more information, contact Main Street Publishing at 427.7379 or visit their website, www.mainstreetpublishing.com

Welcome to the future of Downtown Jackson ... one we can invent together!

Downtown Christmas Parade

For those of you thinking about building a float, good news . . . The deadline for applications to be in the “Christmas on Main Street” Parade has been extended to November, 25. 

The parade is planned for December 3rd, beginning at 6:30 p.m. 

Visit www.jacksonparade.com for the application, map and guidelines. 

Make A Wish Foundation Radio-thon

Since 1980 the Make a Wish Foundation has given hope, strength and joy to children with life threatening medical conditions.

Join them and Star 107.7 during their annual Radio-thon. Starbucks downtown will be a drop off location for donations.

Thursday, November 15
6:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m.
Starbucks
112 East Baltimore

For more information call 661.9474.

Symphony Ribbon Cutting

Building upon the strong arts movement Downtown, join us as we welcome The Jackson Symphony to our neighborhood. 


Friday, November 16
10:00 a.m.
Jackson Symphony
207 East Lafayette

For more information call 427.6440.

18th Annual Farm Toy Show

You won't want to miss this wonderful assembly of farm toys.  Admission is $4.00 per person, with children under eight admitted free.

Friday, November 16 - 5:30 to 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 17 - 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Jackson Fairgrounds Park
800 South Highland Avenue

For more information call 784.5440

Drachen Foundation Japanese Kite Exhibit

Come explore Jackson’s newest treasure - the Discovery Museum of West Tennessee.  Don’t miss your chance to explore the kite exhibit which ends
November 17.

Through Saturday, November 17
10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.
Discovery Museum
315 East Lafayette

For more information call 422.6333.

Cook & Glenn and The All Star Goodtime Band

Featuring Jeff Cook from the popular group ALABAMA.  A variety of Country, Soul and Rock N Roll music guaranteed to get your toes tapping and hands clapping. 

An All Star line up of top notch musicians.  Tickets range from $25 to $35.

Saturday, November 17
7:00 p.m.
Ned R. McWherter West Tennessee Cultural Arts Center
314 East Main Street

For more information contact the Jackson Centre Box Office at 425.8587.