Issue 81 - November 22, 2006

From Your Director ...

Here it is again . . . The Holidays. The City is putting up the Christmas Tree in front of City Hall, the stores are full of every decoration and item you can imagine, and I haven't even bought the bird for Thursday yet.

A lot of things are available downtown for your holiday enjoyment. It's a busy time for everyone, so stop, treat yourself, relax and take part and enjoy all of the very special events and shopping experiences available downtown. Check the calendar in the newsletter for all the downtown happenings.

The holidays can be a stressful time, if you let it. Take time to come downtown and see the decorated trees on court house square, enjoy the Christmas Pops at the Civic Center. Enjoy the various unique shopping experiences that the downtown has to offer. Eat at the downtown eateries that feature specialty foods.

You deserve the experience, and you'll be glad you did!

First Friday Forum to Take Place on December 1st

The program for December 1st, First Friday Forum will feature First United Methodist Church's Jubilate, a 10-voice adult ensemble that will partner with a jazz combo. Instrumental selections from the Jazz Vespers repertoire, as well as vocal numbers will be presented for your listening pleasure. First Friday Forum takes place from noon to 1:00 p.m. in Clayton Hall at First United Methodist Church, 200 South Church Street. A $5.00 lunch is available. First Friday Forum is sponsored by First United Methodist Church and Jackson Downtown Development Corporation. For more information you can call 427.7573.

Library to Hold Book Signing with Author

Noted Tennessee author William Gay will read and sign his newest book on Tuesday, November 28th, at 6:00 p.m. in the Program Center of the Jackson/Madison County Library. The book, TWILIGHT, is receiving outstanding reviews. Mr. Gay is well known for his ferocious style and flair for the sinister and the forsaken. His other works include: THE LONG HOME, PROVINCES OF NIGHT, and I HATE TO SEE THAT EVENING SUN GO DOWN.

For more information you can call 425.8600.

Children's and Teen Theatre to Perform the 28th and 29th

The Jackson Recreation and Parks Department Children's and Teen Theatre will present "Best Christmas Pageant Ever" Tuesday, November 28th, at 7:30 p.m. and Wednesday, November 29th, at 9:00 a.m. at the Carl perkins Civic Center.

Tickets are $4.00 matinee, $7.00 in advance or $8.00 when purchased at the door the day of the play.

For additional information you can call 425.8587

Dickson Gallery of Fine Art to Present 2nd Annual "Venus Soirée"

The Dickson Gallery of Fine Art, 118 East Lafayette Street, will present the 2nd annual "Venus Soirée", an exquisite fine art jewelry affair. The show will feature meticulously fashioned art jewelry by Jacque Hillman, Jai Johnson, Holly Couch, Julia Humphreys, Libby Lynch, Beth Patterson and Patricia Twilla. Show dates will be november 24th-25th with an opening reception November 24th, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. as part of Fabulous Friday.

Please join the Dickson Gallery as they celebrate all things in life, love and happiness. You'll not want to miss this just in time for the holidays jewelry extravaganza. For more information you can call 423.9708.

Artopia to Feature Open House

The new downtown art boutique, Artopia, 575 South Royal Street, will be holding a special festive Open House Friday evening, the 25th, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. as part of Fabulous Friday. The in-house restaurant Candela, will be open for dinner from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. All the shops will be open for your shopping pleasure and the event will feature a jazz band. For more information you can call 554.2929.

Marguerite's Gallery of Fine Art, 128 East Baltimore Street, will also feature an Open House and huge sale on Friday evening.

You are invited

       WHAT:   Fabulous Friday

       DATE:    Friday, November 24th

       WHEN:   7:00 to 9:00 p.m.

       WHERE: Downtown Jackson