Join the Riverside Jam Community Block Party on March 14 from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Riverside Community Coffeehouse on Terry Road. Enjoy food, community care resources, and health services while connecting with neighbors.

Free Roll-Off Dumpster Day in Jackson on March 14, 2026, offering residents a convenient way to dispose of furniture, small appliances, and household debris at two city locations.

Attend the March 10 evening City Council meeting to engage with local government.

Mark your calendar for the Jackson Friends of the Library Book Sale on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at the Medgar Evers Library. Shop thousands of books from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with early entry and coffee for JFOL members at 7:00 a.m. Donations accepted February 16–26.

Join the City of Jackson for a Residential Debris Drop-Off Event on Friday, February 27, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at three city locations. Dispose of furniture, small appliances, yard waste, and general household debris. Tires, chemicals, electronics, and hazardous waste will not be accepted. Call 601-960-1193 for details.

Participate in the February 24 City Council meeting.

Join the Community Resource Fair on Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at College Hill MB Church in Jackson. This free, family-friendly event connects residents to health checks, voter education, on-site support, referrals, and valuable community resources.

The City of Jackson will host a Roll-Off Dumpster Day on Saturday, February 14, 2026, offering residents a free opportunity to dispose of household furniture, small appliances, and debris at two locations across the city.

Stay engaged with the February 10 City Council meeting.

Step into a world of possibilities where opportunity meets preparation. The Opportunity Fair connects Jackson residents with real career pathways through jobs, training programs, apprenticeships, and open enrollment services across multiple industries — creating access to employment, skill-building, and long-term economic stability for the community.

Join the Jayne Avenue Neighborhood Association for our first community meeting of 2026 on February 9 from 6:00–7:30 p.m. at the Jayne Avenue Community Center. The meeting will focus on community safety initiatives, legislative updates, and plans for the year ahead. Dinner will be served.

Attend the January 27 evening City Council meeting to engage with local government.

The Jackson City Council will host a Special Council Meeting on Thursday, January 22 at 6:00 PM at City Hall to discuss grocery store access and vitality across the city. This public hearing invites grocery store owners, community members, and stakeholders to share input on strengthening food access, supporting existing stores, and attracting new grocery options in Jackson.

Join Library Lounge: Chair Yoga every fourth Thursday beginning January 22, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Medgar Evers Library and enjoy a free, all-levels wellness class focused on relaxation and gentle movement.

Join the City of Jackson on January 22, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a Residential Debris Drop-Off Event at Old Norwood Shopping Center and Raines Park, where residents can dispose of bulky household items, yard waste, and tires at no cost.

Help keep Jackson clean at the South Gallatin Street Community Cleanup on Monday, January 19th from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Everyone is invited to lend a hand and make a difference.

Lend a hand at the Terry Road Community Clean-Up on Sunday, January 19th from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Meet at 3510 Terry Road and help make a difference in your neighborhood.

Join the Jackson Association of Neighborhoods for the 35th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Prayer Breakfast and Celebration on Monday, January 19, 2026, at 7:30 a.m. at Greater Bethlehem Temple Church. This free, public event honors the life, legacy, and dream of Dr. King through prayer, reflection, and community fellowship over a complimentary breakfast.

Join the Georgetown Community Neighborhood Association and the Jackson Association of Neighborhoods for a Community Cleanup on Sunday, January 18 from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM, covering the area from Freedom Corner to Lanier. Volunteers will help clear litter along key neighborhood corridors while building cleaner, safer streets for the Georgetown community. Supplies, snacks, and community service hours are provided.

Join the January 13 City Council meeting to stay informed on city business and community issues.

Join the Georgetown Community Neighborhood Association and the Jackson Association of Neighborhoods for a Community Cleanup on Saturday, January 10 from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the lot next to JASCO. Volunteers will help beautify neighborhood streets, remove litter, and create cleaner, safer spaces for residents and families. Supplies, snacks, and community service hours are provided.

Join Capitol Police and local law enforcement leaders for a Meet & Greet on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Mississippi Trade Mart. This public event offers an opportunity to engage in open dialogue about community safety and partnership.

The Shady Oaks, Dalehaven, Plymouth Heights, and High School Park neighborhoods meet on the 4th Tuesday of each month.

The Georgetown Community Neighborhood Association meets on the 3rd Monday of each month.

The Jayne Avenue Neighborhood Association will host a holiday toy giveaway on December 21, 2025, from 3–6 pm at the Jayne Avenue Community Center.

The Jackson Fire Department is collecting new toys for its Annual Christmas Toy Drive now through December 18 at all city fire stations and select dates at the Greenway Drive Walmart. Toys will be distributed to families on December 19 at the Jackson Fire Department Training Academy.

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The Jayne Avenue Neighborhood Association is collecting toys for its annual holiday toy drive. Donations are being accepted now, with the drive taking place on December 18, 2025, from 9 to 12 pm at Rosemont MB Church, 3930 Officer Thomas Catchings Drive in Jackson. Community members are invited to give a toy and help brighten a child’s holiday.