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1 All Clubs Ride 10:00 am-12:00 pm 05/01/2022 Stockbridge Town Hall 125 South Clinton Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States 125 South Clinton Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/41898/2022-05-01/ SPRING WILDFLOWER FACTS AND FOLKLORE 2:00 pm-3:30 pm 05/01/2022 Eddy Discovery Center 17030 Bush Rd, Chelsea, MI 48118, USA 17030 Bush Rd, Chelsea, MI 48118, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/spring-wildflower-facts-and-folklore/2022-05-01/ SPRING WILDFLOWER FACTS AND FOLKLORE: 2:00 – 3:30 p.m., Sunday, May 1. Enjoy an afternoon learning about many of our early spring wildflowers with retired Park Naturalist, Carol Clements. The program will begin indoors where you will learn about identification, historical uses, botanical quirks, and fun folklore. Afterwards, there will be an optional trail walk to look for some of these flowers. Cost: $2/person or $5/family. Eddy Discovery Center, 17030 Bush Rd. in the Waterloo Recreation Area near Chelsea. *Advance registration required at (734) 475-3170, as this program is limited to 30 people.*	2 Take & Play Board Game Kits (Ages 6 & up) All day 05/02/2022 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/take-play-board-game-kits-ages-6-up/2022-05-02/ Play the world’s most popular board games with CADL! Each game kit has rules, history, a DIY gameboard, and game pieces. Available the 1st Monday of the month, while supplies last. Mar. 7, Apr. 4, May 2	3 Prepared meals for seniors through Stockbridge Area Senior Center 12:00 pm-2:00 pm 05/03/2022 Stockbridge Town Hall 125 South Clinton Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States 125 South Clinton Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/prepared-meals-for-seniors-through-stockbridge-area-senior-center/2022-05-03/ Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays at noon: prepared meals for seniors through Stockbridge Area Senior Center. Stockbridge Town Hall basement meeting room. Drop-in LEGO Challenge (Ages 8 & up) 3:30 pm-5:30 pm 05/03/2022 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/drop-in-lego-challenge-ages-8-up/2022-05-03/ Each week drop by for a LEGO build challenge or construct your own design. Tuesdays, Mar. 1-May 31 • 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.	4 SPRING MOVERS AND READERS STORYTIME 10:30 am-11:00 am 05/04/2022 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/spring-movers-and-readers-storytime/2022-05-04/ Wednesdays • 10:30am-11:00am March 2 thru May 25 Lively activities and stories for young children and their caregivers. For ages up to 3. Storytime-to-Go Can’t make it to Wednesday morning Movers and Readers? Grab the book list and activities for your own home storytime! STOCKBRIDGE BRANCH 200 Wood Street, Stockbridge 517-851-7810 \| cadl.org Movers & Readers Storytime (Ages up to 3) 10:30 am-11:00 am 05/04/2022 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/movers-readers-storytime-ages-up-to-3/2022-05-04/ Movers & Readers Storytime (Ages up to 3) Lively activities and stories for young children and their care givers. Wednesdays, Mar. 2-May 25.10:30-11 a.m. Movers & Readers Storytime (up age 3) 10:30-11am 10:30 am-11:00 am 05/04/2022 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/movers-readers-storytime-up-age-3-1030-11am/2022-05-04/ Movers & Readers Storytime (up age 3) 10:30-11am Prepared meals for seniors through Stockbridge Area Senior Center 12:00 pm-2:00 pm 05/04/2022 Stockbridge Town Hall 125 South Clinton Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States 125 South Clinton Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/prepared-meals-for-seniors-through-stockbridge-area-senior-center/2022-05-04/ Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays at noon: prepared meals for seniors through Stockbridge Area Senior Center. Stockbridge Town Hall basement meeting room. Pop-up food distribution for anyone in need 1:00 pm-3:00 pm 05/04/2022 Stockbridge Community Outreach 370 Cherry St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 370 Cherry St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/pop-up-food-distribution-for-anyone-in-need/2022-05-04/ Every Wednesday: Pop-up food distribution for anyone in need through Greater Lansing Food Bank. In parking lot outside Stockbridge Community Outreach (at Elm & Cherry Streets) between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.	5 Coffee Chat 10:30 am-11:30 am 05/05/2022 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/coffee-chat-6/2022-05-05/ Connect with other community members on Thursday mornings. Talk about local events, books, movies, or whatever comes up. Thursdays, 10:30am to 11:30am March 3 — May 27 STOCKBRIDGE BRANCH 200 Wood Street, Stockbridge 517-851-7810 Coffee Chat 10:30-11:30am 10:30 am-11:30 am 05/05/2022 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/coffee-chat-1030-1130am/2022-05-05/ Coffee Chat 10:30-11:30am Prepared meals for seniors through Stockbridge Area Senior Center 12:00 pm-2:00 pm 05/05/2022 Stockbridge Town Hall 125 South Clinton Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States 125 South Clinton Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/prepared-meals-for-seniors-through-stockbridge-area-senior-center/2022-05-05/ Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays at noon: prepared meals for seniors through Stockbridge Area Senior Center. Stockbridge Town Hall basement meeting room. Drop-In STEAM Lab 3:30-5:30pm 3:30 pm-5:30 pm 05/05/2022 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/drop-in-steam-lab-330-530pm/2022-05-05/ Drop-In STEAM Lab 3:30-5:30pm	6 The Market’s Opening Day on the Town Square 4:00 pm-7:00 pm 05/06/2022 Stockbridge Town Square, South Center Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States Stockbridge Town Square, South Center Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States Stockbridge Town Square, South Center Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/the-markets-opening-day-on-the-town-square/2022-05-06/ The Open Air Market of Stockbridge begins its 12th season on Friday, May 6, on the township square in downtown Stockbridge from 4 pm to 7 pm. Each week through October 28, we plan to set up so that we all can enjoy camaraderie and we will have a full line up of Market Music. This week we will have honey, eggs, rhubarb, maple syrup, granola (new), jam, bread, pies, baked goods, cookies, soaps, candles, sprays, pottery (new), art, wooden toys and Girl Scout Cookies! We are happy to announce that plants and flowers will be available opening day, May 6. Market Music from 5:30 pm to 7 pm features the Joe Summers Band, playing swing, gypsy, surf and jazz. WOW! Bring your own chair or use one of ours. Our Market is the only place where you can hear LIVE MUSIC every week for FREE! Rain Barrels will be back May 13. Kettle Corn will return May 20. Blood Pressure screening available May 13. Specialty cookies and cupcakes coming soon too. Meet Us at the Market! For more information, call Suzi: 517-851-7437	7 Experience a TASTE of Waterloo Farm and Dewey School 10:00 am-4:00 pm 05/07/2022 Waterloo Farm Museum 13493 Waterloo Munith Rd, Grass Lake, MI 49240, USA 13493 Waterloo Munith Rd, Grass Lake, MI 49240, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/experience-a-taste-of-waterloo-farm-and-dewey-school/2022-05-07/ We open the 2022 season with FREE MUSEUM DAY as one of the many free area museums sponsored by Experience Jackson. We are more than farm buildings! Often a venue for historic group activities (civil war, 1771), film crews, blacksmiths, educational programs, photographers, garden groups, spinners/weavers, musicians, encampments, picnics, to name a few. See the farm where it happens. Tour the farmhouse, school and outbuildings. Enjoy some concessions. Docents available to answer your questions. May 7, 10 a.m.―4 p.m. Visit us on Facebook or www.waterloofarmmuseum.org for upcoming events. Open summer Fridays, Saturdays, 1―5 p.m. Gregory Community Church Clothes Closet (FREE) 10:00 am-12:00 pm 05/07/2022 Gregory Community Church 126 Church Street, Gregory, MI 48137 126 Church Street, Gregory, MI 48137 https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/gregory-community-church-clothes-closet-free-2/2022-05-07/ Twice a month the clothes closet at Gregory Community Church is open to the public to select free clothing from donations. – Every first Saturday of the Month 10a-noon – Every third Tuesday of the Month 5p-7p Address: Gregory Community Church 126 Church St, Gregory, MI 48137
8	9 Take & Make STEAM Kits (Ages 8 & up) All day 05/09/2022 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/take-make-steam-kits-ages-8-up/2022-05-09/ Stretch your science know-how with a different STEAM kit every month. Most materials are provided. Available the 2nd Monday of the month, while supplies last. Mar. 21, Apr. 18, May 16 Stockbridge Community Outreach’s Fresh Food Distribution 4:00 pm-5:00 pm 05/09/2022 Jeruel Baptist Church, Plum Orchard Road, Munith, MI, United States 11440 Plum Orchard Rd, Munith, MI 49259, USA 11440 Plum Orchard Rd, Munith, MI 49259, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/stockbridge-community-outreachs-fresh-food-distribution/2022-05-09/ Second Monday each month: Stockbridge Community Outreach’s Fresh Food Distribution for anyone who needs food—no registration required, just show up—at Jeruel Baptist Church’s parking lot, 4-5pm. Curbside pick-up. For info: 517-851-7285.	10 Prepared meals for seniors through Stockbridge Area Senior Center 12:00 pm-2:00 pm 05/10/2022 Stockbridge Town Hall 125 South Clinton Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States 125 South Clinton Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/prepared-meals-for-seniors-through-stockbridge-area-senior-center/2022-05-10/ Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays at noon: prepared meals for seniors through Stockbridge Area Senior Center. Stockbridge Town Hall basement meeting room. Drop-in LEGO Challenge (Ages 8 & up) 3:30 pm-5:30 pm 05/10/2022 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/drop-in-lego-challenge-ages-8-up/2022-05-10/ Each week drop by for a LEGO build challenge or construct your own design. Tuesdays, Mar. 1-May 31 • 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.	11 SPRING MOVERS AND READERS STORYTIME 10:30 am-11:00 am 05/11/2022 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/spring-movers-and-readers-storytime/2022-05-11/ Wednesdays • 10:30am-11:00am March 2 thru May 25 Lively activities and stories for young children and their caregivers. For ages up to 3. Storytime-to-Go Can’t make it to Wednesday morning Movers and Readers? Grab the book list and activities for your own home storytime! STOCKBRIDGE BRANCH 200 Wood Street, Stockbridge 517-851-7810 \| cadl.org Movers & Readers Storytime (Ages up to 3) 10:30 am-11:00 am 05/11/2022 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/movers-readers-storytime-ages-up-to-3/2022-05-11/ Movers & Readers Storytime (Ages up to 3) Lively activities and stories for young children and their care givers. Wednesdays, Mar. 2-May 25.10:30-11 a.m. Movers & Readers Storytime (up age 3) 10:30-11am 10:30 am-11:00 am 05/11/2022 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/movers-readers-storytime-up-age-3-1030-11am/2022-05-11/ Movers & Readers Storytime (up age 3) 10:30-11am Prepared meals for seniors through Stockbridge Area Senior Center 12:00 pm-2:00 pm 05/11/2022 Stockbridge Town Hall 125 South Clinton Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States 125 South Clinton Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/prepared-meals-for-seniors-through-stockbridge-area-senior-center/2022-05-11/ Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays at noon: prepared meals for seniors through Stockbridge Area Senior Center. Stockbridge Town Hall basement meeting room. Pop-up food distribution for anyone in need 1:00 pm-3:00 pm 05/11/2022 Stockbridge Community Outreach 370 Cherry St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 370 Cherry St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/pop-up-food-distribution-for-anyone-in-need/2022-05-11/ Every Wednesday: Pop-up food distribution for anyone in need through Greater Lansing Food Bank. In parking lot outside Stockbridge Community Outreach (at Elm & Cherry Streets) between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.	12 Coffee Chat 10:30 am-11:30 am 05/12/2022 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/coffee-chat-6/2022-05-12/ Connect with other community members on Thursday mornings. Talk about local events, books, movies, or whatever comes up. Thursdays, 10:30am to 11:30am March 3 — May 27 STOCKBRIDGE BRANCH 200 Wood Street, Stockbridge 517-851-7810 Coffee Chat 10:30-11:30am 10:30 am-11:30 am 05/12/2022 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/coffee-chat-1030-1130am/2022-05-12/ Coffee Chat 10:30-11:30am Prepared meals for seniors through Stockbridge Area Senior Center 12:00 pm-2:00 pm 05/12/2022 Stockbridge Town Hall 125 South Clinton Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States 125 South Clinton Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/prepared-meals-for-seniors-through-stockbridge-area-senior-center/2022-05-12/ Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays at noon: prepared meals for seniors through Stockbridge Area Senior Center. Stockbridge Town Hall basement meeting room. Drop-In STEAM Lab 3:30-5:30pm 3:30 pm-5:30 pm 05/12/2022 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/drop-in-steam-lab-330-530pm/2022-05-12/ Drop-In STEAM Lab 3:30-5:30pm	13 Keep Calm and Carry Yarn 1:00 pm-2:00 pm 05/13/2022 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/keep-calm-and-carry-yarn-2-2-2-2/2022-05-13/ Meet with fellow fiber crafters, show off your projects, and learn from each other! Fridays • 1:00-2:00pm Mar. 11 & 25, Apr. 8 & 22, May 13 & 27 The Market is on the Town Square 4:00 pm-7:00 pm 05/13/2022 Stockbridge Town Square, South Center Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States Stockbridge Town Square, South Center Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States Stockbridge Town Square, South Center Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/the-markets-opening-day-on-the-town-square-2/2022-05-13/ The Open Air Market of Stockbridge began its 12th season on Friday, May 6, on the township square in downtown Stockbridge from 4 pm to 7 pm. Each week through October 28, we plan to set up so that we all can enjoy camaraderie. Market Music, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., will feature bands and performers with a variety of music. Bring your own chair or use one of ours. Our Market is the only place where you can hear LIVE MUSIC every week for FREE! Meet Us at the Market. For more information, call Suzi: 517-851-7437.	14 Drop-in Craft Lab (Ages 8 & up) 12:00 pm-3:00 pm 05/14/2022 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/drop-in-craft-lab-ages-8-up/2022-05-14/ Attention crafters! Check out our monthly in-person craft projects. Saturday, May 14 • 12:00-3:00 p.m.
15 ARK ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS 2:00 pm-3:00 pm 05/15/2022 Eddy Discovery Center 17030 Bush Rd, Chelsea, MI 48118, USA 17030 Bush Rd, Chelsea, MI 48118, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/ark-animal-encounters/2022-05-15/ ARK ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS: 2:00 – 3:00 p.m., Sunday, May 15. Join us for a fun and educational afternoon with Rebecca Barrett and her delightful live animals. Everyone will have the opportunity for a special hands-on experience with each of these creatures while learning about their lifestyles and characteristics. Cost: $2/person or $5/family. Gerald E. Eddy Discovery Center, 17030 Bush Rd. in the Waterloo Recreation Area near Chelsea. *Advance registration required at (734) 475-3170, as this program is limited to 40 people.*	16 Take & Make Craft Kits (Ages 8 & up) All day 05/16/2022 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/take-make-craft-kits-ages-8-up/2022-05-16/ Be creative with a different craft project every month. Most materials are provided. Available the 3rd Monday of the month, while supplies last. Mar. 14, Apr. 11, May 16	17 Prepared meals for seniors through Stockbridge Area Senior Center 12:00 pm-2:00 pm 05/17/2022 Stockbridge Town Hall 125 South Clinton Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States 125 South Clinton Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/prepared-meals-for-seniors-through-stockbridge-area-senior-center/2022-05-17/ Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays at noon: prepared meals for seniors through Stockbridge Area Senior Center. Stockbridge Town Hall basement meeting room. Drop-in LEGO Challenge (Ages 8 & up) 3:30 pm-5:30 pm 05/17/2022 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/drop-in-lego-challenge-ages-8-up/2022-05-17/ Each week drop by for a LEGO build challenge or construct your own design. Tuesdays, Mar. 1-May 31 • 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Gregory Community Church Clothes Closet (FREE) 5:00 pm-7:00 pm 05/17/2022 Gregory Community Church 126 Church Street, Gregory, MI 48137 126 Church Street, Gregory, MI 48137 https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/gregory-community-church-clothes-closet-free/2022-05-17/ Twice a month the clothes closet at Gregory Community Church is open to the public to select free clothing from donations. – Every first Saturday of the Month 10a-noon – Every third Tuesday of the Month 5p-7p Address: Gregory Community Church 126 Church St, Gregory, MI 48137	18 SPRING MOVERS AND READERS STORYTIME 10:30 am-11:00 am 05/18/2022 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/spring-movers-and-readers-storytime/2022-05-18/ Wednesdays • 10:30am-11:00am March 2 thru May 25 Lively activities and stories for young children and their caregivers. For ages up to 3. Storytime-to-Go Can’t make it to Wednesday morning Movers and Readers? Grab the book list and activities for your own home storytime! STOCKBRIDGE BRANCH 200 Wood Street, Stockbridge 517-851-7810 \| cadl.org Movers & Readers Storytime (Ages up to 3) 10:30 am-11:00 am 05/18/2022 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/movers-readers-storytime-ages-up-to-3/2022-05-18/ Movers & Readers Storytime (Ages up to 3) Lively activities and stories for young children and their care givers. Wednesdays, Mar. 2-May 25.10:30-11 a.m. Movers & Readers Storytime (up age 3) 10:30-11am 10:30 am-11:00 am 05/18/2022 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/movers-readers-storytime-up-age-3-1030-11am/2022-05-18/ Movers & Readers Storytime (up age 3) 10:30-11am Prepared meals for seniors through Stockbridge Area Senior Center 12:00 pm-2:00 pm 05/18/2022 Stockbridge Town Hall 125 South Clinton Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States 125 South Clinton Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/prepared-meals-for-seniors-through-stockbridge-area-senior-center/2022-05-18/ Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays at noon: prepared meals for seniors through Stockbridge Area Senior Center. Stockbridge Town Hall basement meeting room. Pop-up food distribution for anyone in need 1:00 pm-3:00 pm 05/18/2022 Stockbridge Community Outreach 370 Cherry St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 370 Cherry St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/pop-up-food-distribution-for-anyone-in-need/2022-05-18/ Every Wednesday: Pop-up food distribution for anyone in need through Greater Lansing Food Bank. In parking lot outside Stockbridge Community Outreach (at Elm & Cherry Streets) between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.	19 Coffee Chat 10:30 am-11:30 am 05/19/2022 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/coffee-chat-6/2022-05-19/ Connect with other community members on Thursday mornings. Talk about local events, books, movies, or whatever comes up. Thursdays, 10:30am to 11:30am March 3 — May 27 STOCKBRIDGE BRANCH 200 Wood Street, Stockbridge 517-851-7810 Coffee Chat 10:30-11:30am 10:30 am-11:30 am 05/19/2022 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/coffee-chat-1030-1130am/2022-05-19/ Coffee Chat 10:30-11:30am Book discussion Group 11:30 am-12:30 pm 05/19/2022 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/book-discussion-group-6/2022-05-19/ Third Thursday Book Discussion Group Enjoy refreshments and discuss this month’s book! Thursday, Mar. 17, 11:30-12:30pm The World According to Fannie Davis: My Mother’s Life in the Detroit Numbers by Bridgett M. Davis Thursday, Apr. 21, 11:30-12:30pm Operation Joktan by Amir Tsarfati Thursday, May 19, 11:30-12:30pm Firekeeper’s Daughter by Angeline Boulley STOCKBRIDGE BRANCH 200 Wood Street, Stockbridge 517-851-7810 Book Group 11:30 am-12:30 pm 05/19/2022 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/book-group/2022-05-19/ 3rd Thursday Book Group 11:30-12:30 Prepared meals for seniors through Stockbridge Area Senior Center 12:00 pm-2:00 pm 05/19/2022 Stockbridge Town Hall 125 South Clinton Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States 125 South Clinton Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/prepared-meals-for-seniors-through-stockbridge-area-senior-center/2022-05-19/ Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays at noon: prepared meals for seniors through Stockbridge Area Senior Center. Stockbridge Town Hall basement meeting room. Drop-In STEAM Lab 3:30-5:30pm 3:30 pm-5:30 pm 05/19/2022 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/drop-in-steam-lab-330-530pm/2022-05-19/ Drop-In STEAM Lab 3:30-5:30pm	20 The Market is on the Town Square 4:00 pm-7:00 pm 05/20/2022 Stockbridge Town Square, South Center Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States Stockbridge Town Square, South Center Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States Stockbridge Town Square, South Center Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/the-markets-opening-day-on-the-town-square-2-2/2022-05-20/ The Open Air Market of Stockbridge began its 12th season on Friday, May 6, on the township square in downtown Stockbridge from 4 pm to 7 pm. Each week through October 28, we plan to set up so that we all can enjoy camaraderie. Market Music, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., will feature bands and performers with a variety of music. Bring your own chair or use one of ours. Our Market is the only place where you can hear LIVE MUSIC every week for FREE! Meet Us at the Market. For more information, call Suzi: 517-851-7437.	21 SUPER SECRET SATURDAY MATINEES 12:00 pm-2:30 pm 05/21/2022 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/super-secret-saturday-matinees-2-2-2/2022-05-21/ Enjoy a family movie with popcorn! Saturdays • 12:00-2:30 p.m. Mar. 19 • 12-2:30 p.m. The Secret of Moonacre Apr. 2 • 12-2:30 p.m. The Librarian: Quest for the Spear Apr. 16 • 12-2:30 p.m. The Secret of Kells May 21 • 12-2:30 p.m. The Secret of Roan Inish STOCKBRIDGE BRANCH 200 Wood Street, Stockbridge 517-851-7810 \| cadl.org
22 NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP 2:00 pm-3:30 pm 05/22/2022 Eddy Discovery Center 17030 Bush Rd, Chelsea, MI 48118, USA 17030 Bush Rd, Chelsea, MI 48118, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/nature-photography-workshop/2022-05-22/ NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP: 2:00 – 3:30 p.m., Sunday, May 22. Here is an opportunity to learn how to capture great images, whether you are using your cellphone or a DSLR camera. Professional photographer Thomas Nighswander, who specializes in photographing State and National Parks and the Great Lakes, will begin this workshop indoors and then head outside for hands-on practice with your camera. The focus will be on what creates a great photograph, how to see with a creative eye, and how your camera can best capture those special moments. Bring your own camera or cell phone. Cost: $2/person or $5/family. Eddy Discovery Center, 17030 Bush Rd. in the Waterloo Recreation Area near Chelsea. Advance registration required at (734) 475-3170 as this workshop is limited to 25 people.	23 Stockbridge Area Arts Council Meeting 5:30 pm-6:30 pm 05/23/2022 Stockbridge Activity Center 305 W Elizabeth St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 305 W Elizabeth St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/stockbridge-area-arts-council-meeting-2/2022-05-23/ The Stockbridge Area Arts Council Meeting at the Stockbridge Activity Center and on Zoom at 5:30 p.m. every fourth Monday of the month.	24 Prepared meals for seniors through Stockbridge Area Senior Center 12:00 pm-2:00 pm 05/24/2022 Stockbridge Town Hall 125 South Clinton Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States 125 South Clinton Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/prepared-meals-for-seniors-through-stockbridge-area-senior-center/2022-05-24/ Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays at noon: prepared meals for seniors through Stockbridge Area Senior Center. Stockbridge Town Hall basement meeting room. Drop-in LEGO Challenge (Ages 8 & up) 3:30 pm-5:30 pm 05/24/2022 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/drop-in-lego-challenge-ages-8-up/2022-05-24/ Each week drop by for a LEGO build challenge or construct your own design. Tuesdays, Mar. 1-May 31 • 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.	25 SPRING MOVERS AND READERS STORYTIME 10:30 am-11:00 am 05/25/2022 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/spring-movers-and-readers-storytime/2022-05-25/ Wednesdays • 10:30am-11:00am March 2 thru May 25 Lively activities and stories for young children and their caregivers. For ages up to 3. Storytime-to-Go Can’t make it to Wednesday morning Movers and Readers? Grab the book list and activities for your own home storytime! STOCKBRIDGE BRANCH 200 Wood Street, Stockbridge 517-851-7810 \| cadl.org Movers & Readers Storytime (Ages up to 3) 10:30 am-11:00 am 05/25/2022 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/movers-readers-storytime-ages-up-to-3/2022-05-25/ Movers & Readers Storytime (Ages up to 3) Lively activities and stories for young children and their care givers. Wednesdays, Mar. 2-May 25.10:30-11 a.m. Movers & Readers Storytime (up age 3) 10:30-11am 10:30 am-11:00 am 05/25/2022 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/movers-readers-storytime-up-age-3-1030-11am/2022-05-25/ Movers & Readers Storytime (up age 3) 10:30-11am Prepared meals for seniors through Stockbridge Area Senior Center 12:00 pm-2:00 pm 05/25/2022 Stockbridge Town Hall 125 South Clinton Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States 125 South Clinton Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/prepared-meals-for-seniors-through-stockbridge-area-senior-center/2022-05-25/ Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays at noon: prepared meals for seniors through Stockbridge Area Senior Center. Stockbridge Town Hall basement meeting room. Pop-up food distribution for anyone in need 1:00 pm-3:00 pm 05/25/2022 Stockbridge Community Outreach 370 Cherry St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 370 Cherry St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/pop-up-food-distribution-for-anyone-in-need/2022-05-25/ Every Wednesday: Pop-up food distribution for anyone in need through Greater Lansing Food Bank. In parking lot outside Stockbridge Community Outreach (at Elm & Cherry Streets) between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.	26 Coffee Chat 10:30 am-11:30 am 05/26/2022 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/coffee-chat-6/2022-05-26/ Connect with other community members on Thursday mornings. Talk about local events, books, movies, or whatever comes up. Thursdays, 10:30am to 11:30am March 3 — May 27 STOCKBRIDGE BRANCH 200 Wood Street, Stockbridge 517-851-7810 Coffee Chat 10:30-11:30am 10:30 am-11:30 am 05/26/2022 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/coffee-chat-1030-1130am/2022-05-26/ Coffee Chat 10:30-11:30am Prepared meals for seniors through Stockbridge Area Senior Center 12:00 pm-2:00 pm 05/26/2022 Stockbridge Town Hall 125 South Clinton Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States 125 South Clinton Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/prepared-meals-for-seniors-through-stockbridge-area-senior-center/2022-05-26/ Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays at noon: prepared meals for seniors through Stockbridge Area Senior Center. Stockbridge Town Hall basement meeting room. Drop-In STEAM Lab 3:30-5:30pm 3:30 pm-5:30 pm 05/26/2022 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/drop-in-steam-lab-330-530pm/2022-05-26/ Drop-In STEAM Lab 3:30-5:30pm	27 Keep Calm and Carry Yarn 1:00 pm-2:00 pm 05/27/2022 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/keep-calm-and-carry-yarn-2-2-2-2-2/2022-05-27/ Meet with fellow fiber crafters, show off your projects, and learn from each other! Fridays • 1:00-2:00pm Mar. 11 & 25, Apr. 8 & 22, May 13 & 27 The Market is on the Town Square 4:00 pm-7:00 pm 05/27/2022 Stockbridge Town Square, South Center Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States Stockbridge Town Square, South Center Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States Stockbridge Town Square, South Center Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/the-markets-opening-day-on-the-town-square-2-2-2/2022-05-27/ The Open Air Market of Stockbridge began its 12th season on Friday, May 6, on the township square in downtown Stockbridge from 4 pm to 7 pm. Each week through October 28, we plan to set up so that we all can enjoy camaraderie. Market Music, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., will feature bands and performers with a variety of music. Bring your own chair or use one of ours. Our Market is the only place where you can hear LIVE MUSIC every week for FREE! Meet Us at the Market. For more information, call Suzi: 517-851-7437. Dansville Memorial Freedom Festival 4:00 pm-11:00 pm 05/27/2022 http://www.gotothecarnival.com/ May 27, 2022 4:00 – 11:00 p.m. Dansville Memorial Freedom Festival Dansville, MI Day 1 of the Dansville Memorial Freedom Festival features: Carnival rides, vendors, social tent Discounted carnival armbands if purchased online by 11:59 p.m. Thursday, May 26: http://www.gotothecarnival.com/ DJ Karaoke by Dave Brown Entertainment – Nickel Tent (7-11 p.m.) Fireworks – Freer Park (dusk; about 9:30 p.m.) https://www.facebook.com/villageofdansvillemi Dinner at the Stockbridge Presbyterian Church. 5:00 pm-7:00 pm 05/27/2022-06/24/2022 First Presbyterian Church, 101 S Center St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 101 S Center St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/dinner-at-the-stockbridge-presbyterian-church/2022-05-27/ Fourth Friday, every month: Dinner (free with donation) at the Stockbridge Presbyterian Church.	28 Dansville Memorial Freedom Festival 9:00 am-11:00 pm 05/28/2022 http://www.gotothecarnival.com/ May 28, 2022 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. Dansville Memorial Freedom Festival Dansville, MI Day 2 of the Dansville Memorial Freedom Festival features: Carnival rides, vendors, social tent Discounted carnival armbands if purchased online by 11:59 p.m. Thursday, May 26: http://www.gotothecarnival.com/ Wood carving by SWAG Chainsaw ART (9 a.m.-12 p.m.; 2-5 p.m.) FREE Zumba class by Mia Louisa DeLano – Nickel Tent (11 a.m.) Charity cornhole tournament for Wounded Warriors – Nickel Patio (12:30-1:30 reg.; 2:00 start) $25/person Kids’ Day carnival face painting, princess, balloon artist Kids’ Bicycle Parade – line up on Jackson Street near post office (12:30 p.m.) My Adventure Theater performances (2 p.m. and 4 p.m.) DJ Karaoke by Dave Brown Entertainment – Nickel Tent (starting at 1 p.m.) Smoked BBQ – Nickel Tent (starting at 2 p.m.) Live performance by Mama Tryd Band – Nickel Tent (7-11 p.m.) https://www.facebook.com/villageofdansvillemi
29 Dansville Memorial Freedom Festival 8:00 am-11:00 pm 05/29/2022 http://www.gotothecarnival.com/ May 29, 2022 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. Dansville Memorial Freedom Festival Dansville, MI Day 3 of the Dansville Memorial Freedom Festival features: • Veterans Breakfast, complimentary for veterans – Wooden Nickel (8 a.m.-12 p.m.) • Wood carving by SWAG Chainsaw ART (9 a.m.-12 p.m.; 2-5 p.m.) • Carnival rides, vendors, social tent • Discounted carnival armbands if purchased online by 11:59 p.m. Thursday, May 26: http://www.gotothecarnival.com/ • Live performance by Kurt Stone – Nickel Tent (7-11 p.m.) https://www.facebook.com/villageofdansvillemi	30 Dansville Memorial Freedom Festival 7:30 am-6:00 pm 05/30/2022 http://www.gotothecarnival.com/ May 30, 2022 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Dansville Memorial Freedom Festival Dansville, MI Day 4 of the Dansville Memorial Freedom Festival features: • Big Foot Challenge 5k Run/Walk – Dansville High School Track (9 a.m.; packet pick-up starting at 7:30 a.m.) $25 thru 5/22/22; $30 from 5/23/22-5/29/22. https://www.facebook.com/events/351308260316408 • Little Foot Race (10 and under) – Dansville High School Track (8:30 a.m.) $5 • FREE Zumba class by Mia Louisa DeLano – Nickel Tent (10 a.m.) • Remembrance of US soldiers who gave their lives in service to our country, led by VFW Post 7309 – corner of M-36 & Jackson Street (11:40 a.m.) • Memorial Day Parade (12 p.m.; line-up at 11 a.m.) featuring the National Anthem performed by the Moran Family—Bill, Lindsey, and American Idol contender Jacob Moran! o Handicapped parking: Free Methodist Church • Wood carving by SWAG Chainsaw ART (1-4 p.m.) • Smoked BBQ – Nickel Tent (beginning at 1 p.m.) • Live Elvis Tribute Performance by Matt King – Nickel Tent (1 p.m.) • Carnival rides, vendors, social tent • Discounted carnival armbands if purchased online by 11:59 p.m. Thursday, May 26: http://www.gotothecarnival.com/ https://www.facebook.com/villageofdansvillemi	31 Prepared meals for seniors through Stockbridge Area Senior Center 12:00 pm-2:00 pm 05/31/2022 Stockbridge Town Hall 125 South Clinton Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States 125 South Clinton Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/prepared-meals-for-seniors-through-stockbridge-area-senior-center/2022-05-31/ Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays at noon: prepared meals for seniors through Stockbridge Area Senior Center. Stockbridge Town Hall basement meeting room. Drop-in LEGO Challenge (Ages 8 & up) 3:30 pm-5:30 pm 05/31/2022 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/drop-in-lego-challenge-ages-8-up/2022-05-31/ Each week drop by for a LEGO build challenge or construct your own design. Tuesdays, Mar. 1-May 31 • 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.