We’re publishing this week’s edition of Your Guide to the Weekend a few days early because of the Thanksgiving holiday. Don’t miss out on a fun holiday weekend, and if the family is here for the extended part of the weekend, take them by these wonderful events!

Tuesday, November 23

Dine United – The Brooklyn Pizza Company will offer its Dine United campaign where a portion of sales will go to Jackson County United Way.

Wednesday, November 24

Live Music at Brewskies Downtown – Matt Trimnell will perform from 8 to 11 p.m. at Brewskies Downtown.

Sertoma Benefit Concert – The Sertoma Benefit Concert will be from 6 p.m. to Midnight at Pewter Hall. The evening will include live music, silent auction, 50/50 raffle, drawings and food. Tickets are $10 in advance and the event supports the Sertoma Christmas Miracle, which provides children in need with Christmas presents.

Thursday, November 25 – Happy Thanksgiving!

Turkey Trot – The Turkey Trot 5K/8K will be at 7:30 a.m. at Girls Inc. of Jackson County. Register by clicking here.

Check out how to pair wine with Thanksgiving and holiday meals!

Friday, November 26

Golf Tournament – The Gobbler’s Nightmare Golf Tournament will begin at 10 a.m. at Hickory Hills Golf Course. It’s $120 per team and includes golf, green fees, cart and food. For more information, call the golf shop at 812-358-4529, Jon at 812-528-6139 or Kyle at 812-899-0210.

Rip Rogers Meet and Greet – There will be a Rip Rogers Meet and Greet from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Seymour Brewing Company. There will be a special release of The Hustler, a 22 ounce bottle beer. Rip Rogers will sign autographs and have copies of his book for sale.

Live Music at Seymour Brewing Co. – Jacob Cruser will perform from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. at the Seymour Brewing Company. 

Saturday, November 27

Small Business Saturday – Local businesses in Jackson County will be open for Small Business Saturday. Support Local!

Downtown Shop Around – The Seymour Main Street Downtown Shop Around is scheduled for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.! Stop by each participating business, get a card punched and be entered to win awesome prizes!

Trinity Lutheran High School Craft Show – The craft show at Trinity Lutheran High School will be from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the school gymnasium.

Jingle Ball Christmas Craft Show – The Jingle Ball Christmas Craft Show will be from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Girls Inc. of Jackson County. There will be a Christmas story and craft at noon. For more information, call Marissa at 812-216-6936.

County Christmas Open House – MM Designs Flowers and Gifts will host an open house from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 11033 East County Road 200S, Crothersville.

Wonderland of Lights – Tiemeyer’s Farm Market will offer its Wonderland of Lights hayride at 6 p.m. Go through the Christmas light display and be dropped off for a visit with Santa in his workshop! Reservations can be made by calling 812-358-5618. Cost is $10 per person.

Live Music at Seymour Brewing Co. – Forrest Turner will play at 7 p.m. at the Seymour Brewing Company.

Live Music at The Thirsty Sportsman – Double XL will perform from 8 p.m. to midnight at The Thirsty Sportsman.

Next week

Wednesday, December 1

Building a Polar Bear – The Jackson County Public Library is hosting a Build a Polar Bear workshop at 3:30 and 4:30 p.m. at the location in Crothersville. It’s limited to ages 2-12. Register online.

Dine United – Poplar Street Restaurant will offer its Dine United campaign where a portion of sales will go to Jackson County United Way.

Visitor Center Gift Shop – The visitor center gift will be open until 8 p.m.! Come by and get local items made by local people. Also, buy gift cards to local stores and restaurants!