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SCN is dedicated to giving thanks to our veterans

We would like to honor our local veterans who died since this time last...
SRSLY Stockbridge presents Outdoor Movie Night

SRSLY members have been planning for months and are excited to announce they are...
Historian shares Civil War discovery hiding in plain sight

by Alex R. Weddon A lone bullet resting near the Civil War grave marker of...
Local farmer directs America’s Farmers Grow Communities donation to Stockbridge Area Educational Foundation

by Judy Williams and Patrice Johnson Each year, the America’s Farmers Grow Communities program offers farmers nationwide an...
New affordable Dental Savings Plan available at Adiska Family Dental

Are you an individual looking for dental options or a small business owner looking to...

May 22, 2019 Mary Krummrey 2 Announcement, Stockbridge,

We would like to honor our local veterans who died since this time last...

May 22, 2019 Mary Krummrey 0 events, SRSLY, Stockbridge,

SRSLY members have been planning for months and are excited to announce they are...

May 22, 2019 Alex Weddon, author of the Close Calls on the Farm trilogy 0 events, News, Stockbridge, Uncategorized, Waterloo Farm Museum,

by Alex R. Weddon A lone bullet resting near the Civil War grave marker of...

May 22, 2019 Judy Williams 8 Community Events, Farm News, Stockbridge Area Educational Foundation, Unadilla township,

by Judy Williams and Patrice Johnson Each year, the America’s Farmers Grow Communities program offers farmers nationwide an...

May 21, 2019 Mary Krummrey 0 Adiska Family Dentistry, Business, Stockbridge,

Are you an individual looking for dental options or a small business owner looking to...

May 21, 2019 Rose Collison 7 News, rural area, Stockbridge Community News,

article by Rose Collison, photos by Patrice Johnson Startlingly bright male scarlet tanagers strike those...

May 21, 2019 Mary Krummrey 0 5 Healthy Towns, Community Events, events, Stockbridge,

Back for the season are Lake Divide Farm, Para Para creamery, Great Lakes Baker and...

May 21, 2019 Patrice Johnson 3 events, News, Stockbridge Community Schools, Stockbridge High School,

On May 16, Stockbridge Jr/Sr High School recognized junior and senior students for their...

May 20, 2019 Mary Krummrey 0 Business, Stockbridge,

Gormley and Johnson Law Offices, PLC, is an established law firm that is dedicated to...

May 20, 2019 Alex Weddon, author of the Close Calls on the Farm trilogy 12 News, SAESA, Stockbridge,

revised 5/22/2019 by Mary Wilson, Alex Weddon and Patrice Johnson In the early morning hours...

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May

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			1 FOR ADULTS: Coffee Chat Wednesdays, 11:00 am-12:00 pm 05/01/2019 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/for-adults-coffee-chat-wednesdays-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/ Coffee Chat Wednesdays, March 6, 13, 20 & 27; April 3, 10, 17 & 24; May 1, 8, 15, 22 • 11 a.m. Welcome Spring by connecting with other community members on Wednesday mornings. Talk about local events, favorite books or movies, new reads, or whatever comes up. FOR YOUNG CHILDREN: Preschool Storytimes with crafts (Ages 3-6) This series was designed especially for 3-6 year olds, but younger patrons are welcome with close adult supervision. Wednesdays, March 27, April 3, 10, 17, 24 and May 1 • 12:15 p.m 12:15 pm-1:00 pm 05/01/2019 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/for-young-children-preschool-storytimes-with-crafts-ages-3-6-this-series-was-designed-especially-for-3-6-year-olds-but-younger-patrons-are-welcome-with-close-adult-supervision-wednesdays-march-2-2-2-3/ Preschool Storytimes with crafts (Ages 3-6) This series was designed especially for 3-6 year olds, but younger patrons are welcome with close adult supervision. Wednesdays, March 27, April 3, 10, 17, 24 and May 1 • 12:15 p.m Live Animals in the Library! –With Potter Park Zoo Come to learn about and see a variety of live animals at the library! Hosted by Potter Park Zoo Wednesday, May 1 • 4:00 – 4:45 p.m. 4:00 pm-4:45 pm 05/01/2019 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/live-animals-in-the-library-with-potter-park-zoo-come-to-learn-about-and-see-a-variety-of-live-animals-at-the-library-hosted-by-potter-park-zoo-wednesday-may-1-%e2%80%a2-400-445-p-m/ Live Animals in the Library! –With Potter Park Zoo Come to learn about and see a variety of live animals at the library! Hosted by Potter Park Zoo Wednesday, May 1 • 4:00 – 4:45 p.m.	2	3 Open Air Market of Stockbridge is on the Town Square Friday, May 3 4:00 pm-7:00 pm 05/03/2019 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/open-air-market-of-stockbridge-is-on-the-town-square-friday-may-3/ We are beginning our 9th season and we’ll be on the Town Square from 4 pm to 7 pm. Your favorite vendors are returning also! Para Para Creamery cheeses, Lake Divide Farm organic produce, Betty’s veggies and fruit, Son-in-Law hot sauces, Beemer honey, Breadzilla breads and pies, Great Lakes Baker chocolates, cookies and cakes, Genei Sugarbush maple syrup, Samuel’s Soaps and Candles, Sue’s Woodworking, Baskets by Kathleen, and Whimsical Art by Carolyn. We have three new vendors joining us with herbal teas, extracts & salves, totes & purses and crocheted items. Lynn from England will be making British treats for the market May 3 and 10. Zumo Eco Farm pesto and chips will return in June. Enjoy Market Music from 5:30 to 7 pm, featuring: May 3 Larry Guenther May 10 Gary Allen May 17 McDonald Bros May 24 Mark Sandstrom May 31 Judy Banker The 4th Annual Community Garage Sale will be May 17 starting at 11 am to 7 pm. We will have food nutrition information and recipes several times a month. RECYCLE YOUR PAPER BAGS at the MARKET so we can go PLASTIC FREE. Bring a blanket, hang out on the grass, and visit with your friends. Meet us at the Market on the Square! For more information, contact Suzi 517-851-7437 Market Music Series 5:30 pm-7:00 pm 05/03/2019 Stockbridge Town Square 125 S Clinton St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 125 S Clinton St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/market-music-series-3/ Market Music Series 5:30 to 7 pm Stockbridge Town Square by the Gazebo The Open Air Market partners with the Library, SDDA, Friends of the Library, Arts Council, & Chamber of Commerce to present local musicians (weather permitting) throughout the month. Fridays May 3–31 5:30 to 7 p May 3 Larry Guenther May 10 Gary Allen May 17 McDonald Bros May 24 Mark Sandstrom May 31 Judy Banker FOR OLDER CHILDREN & TEENS: Escape from the Stockbridge Library! (Ages 13 & up) 7:45 pm-8:30 pm 05/03/2019 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/for-older-children-teens-escape-from-the-stockbridge-library-ages-13-up-2/ Escape from the Stockbridge Library! (Ages 13 & up) Can you escape from the library? Gather your friends and see if you can! Each date will have a different themed room. Fridays, April 5 and May 3 • 6:45-7 p.m. and 7:45 – 8:30 p.m. *Registration required. Call the library at 517/851-7810 or stop in to register.	4 St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea to sponsor 30th annual Heart & Sole Run, Walk and Kids Fun Run on May 4th in Chelsea 8:00 am-12:00 pm 05/04/2019 St. Joe’s Chelsea 775 S Main St, Chelsea, MI 48118, USA 775 S Main St, Chelsea, MI 48118, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/st-joseph-mercy-chelsea-to-sponsor-30th-annual-heart-sole-run-walk-and-kids-fun-run-on-may-4th-in-chelsea/ St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea to sponsor 30th annual Heart & Sole Run, Walk and Kids Fun Run CHELSEA, Mich. (March 7, 2019) – St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea will sponsor the 30th annual Heart & Sole Run, Walk and Kids Fun Run on Saturday, May 4 at Chelsea High School. All proceeds from this year’s race will go towards helping expand and enhance the hospital’s tree-lined scenic walking paths with additional routes, lighting and signage. These investments will help sustain the hospital campus as a safe haven for fitness and wellness for future patients and their families. The Heart & Sole race will offer several options for this year’s participants including a 2 mile run/walk and a 5K run/walk. Both are walker friendly and the routes are completely paved. There will also be a 10k run on a new paved route, and a family-friendly kids fun run. All races begin and finish in the Chelsea High School parking lot, located just off of Trinkle Rd. in Chelsea. Start Times: · 8:15 a.m. – Kids Fun Run · 8:30 a.m. – 10k and 5k · 9:00 a.m. – 2 Mile Online registration for the race is currently open at www.chelseaheartandsole.org. For most races, the registration fee for adults (14 years+) is $27 and $15 for youths (13 years and under). Any child participating in the Kids Fun Run (10 and under) is only $12. A late fee will be accessed for adult registrations received after 11 p.m. on May 1. # # # Plainfield United Methodist Church Chicken and Biscuit Supper, May 4 12:39 pm 05/04/2019 Plainfield United Methodist Church 17929 Plainfield Rd, Gregory, MI 48137, USA 17929 Plainfield Rd, Gregory, MI 48137, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/plainfield-united-methodist-church-chicken-and-biscuit-supper-2/ The Plainfield United Methodist Church will be serving a Chicken and Biscuit Supper on May 4 beginning at 5 p.m. at 17845 M-36, north of Gregory. Free will donation. Take out available. All are welcomed. For more information contact Kate Humrich at 517-851-8932. Kate Humrich
5	6 St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea to offer series of free mental health classes this spring 6:30 pm-7:30 pm 05/06/2019 St. Joe’s Chelsea 775 S Main St, Chelsea, MI 48118, USA 775 S Main St, Chelsea, MI 48118, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/st-joseph-mercy-chelsea-to-offer-series-of-free-mental-health-classes-this-spring-2/ St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea to offer series of free mental health classes this spring CHELSEA, Mich. (April 2, 2019) – This spring, St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea will host a “Minding Your Health Series,” which includes three educational programs aimed at improving mental health in the community. These events are free and open to the public. All classes will be held inside the Chelsea Wellness Center, located at 14800 E. Old US Hwy. 12 in Chelsea. Please register by calling the Chelsea Wellness Center at 734-214-0220. The dates, times and class topics are: Date: April 8 Time: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Topic: Why Diets Fail Description: Learn to better understand the roles food and exercise play in our lives, and what might really be in the way of lasting change. Date: May 6 Time: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Topic: Finding Help: When to get it and where to go Description: Learn when to seek mental health treatment and where to find the support needed. Date: May 29 Time: 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Topic: Aging at Home: Is it safe? Description: Learn about the medical conditions and medications to watch for as you age, risk factors of living alone, how to complete a home safety assessment and when to consider a driving evaluation. Individuals will also learn about geriatric psychiatric evaluations and neuropsychological evaluations	7	8 FOR ADULTS: Coffee Chat Wednesdays, 11:00 am-12:00 pm 05/08/2019 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/for-adults-coffee-chat-wednesdays-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/ Coffee Chat Wednesdays, March 6, 13, 20 & 27; April 3, 10, 17 & 24; May 1, 8, 15, 22 • 11 a.m. Welcome Spring by connecting with other community members on Wednesday mornings. Talk about local events, favorite books or movies, new reads, or whatever comes up. FOR ADULTS: Japanese-American Experience: the internment camps of World War II 4:00 pm-5:00 pm 05/08/2019 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/for-adults-japanese-american-experience-the-internment-camps-of-world-war-ii/ Japanese-American Experience: the internment camps of World War II. Help us mark Asian-Pacific Heritage Month with this presentation of how Japanese-Americans endeavored to make their lives as “normal” as possible while imprisoned. Presented by Carlos Villegas-Castaneda. Mr. Villegas-Castaneda is an instructor of Spanish language, literature and culture at Adrian College. Wednesday, May 8 • 4 – 5 p.m. FOR OLDER CHILDREN & TEENS: Kids Read to Oliver (Ages 6 & up) Kids will enjoy reading aloud to a specially trained golden retriever. Wednesdays, March 13, April 10, May 8 • 6–6:30 p.m. 6:00 pm-6:30 pm 05/08/2019 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/for-older-children-teens-kids-read-to-oliver-ages-6-up-kids-will-enjoy-reading-aloud-to-a-specially-trained-golden-retriever-wednesdays-march-13-april-10-may-8-%e2%80%a2-6-630-p-m-2-2/ Kids Read to Oliver (Ages 6 & up) Kids will enjoy reading aloud to a specially trained golden retriever. Wednesdays, March 13, April 10, May 8 • 6–6:30 p.m.	9	10 Open Air Market of Stockbridge is on the Town Square Friday, May 10 4:00 pm-7:00 pm 05/10/2019 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/open-air-market-of-stockbridge-is-on-the-town-square-friday-may-3-2/ This is our 9th season, and we’ll be on the Town Square from 4 pm to 7 pm. Your favorite vendors will be there with cheese, honey, maple syrup, chocolates and baked goods, bread, pies, British specialties by Lynn, soaps and candles, essential oils, sprays and pet supplies. Come meet Olga the herbalist and Ivanka the crochet queen. Lake Divide Farm will be here this week or next depending on crops. Zumo Eco Farm pesto and chips will return in June. Our market is community based. Last week, the Austin sisters entertained in between sets by Larry Guenther, making this a special moment for all. Learn about the Open Air Market by attending. We believe in our vendors and their products so we all achieve marketing goals. Enjoy Market Music from 5:30 to 7 pm. This month, featuring: May 3 Larry Guenther May 10 Gary Allen May 17 McDonald Bros May 24 Mark Sandstrom May 31 Judy Banker The 4th Annual Community Garage Sale will be May 17 starting at 11 am to 7 pm. We will have food nutrition information and recipes several times a month. RECYCLE YOUR PAPER BAGS at the MARKET so we can go PLASTIC FREE. Contact Suzi for any questions about the Open Air Market of Stockbridge: 517-851-7437. Market Music Series 5:30 pm-7:00 pm 05/10/2019 Stockbridge Town Square 125 S Clinton St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 125 S Clinton St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/market-music-series-3-2/ Market Music Series 5:30 to 7 pm Stockbridge Town Square by the Gazebo The Open Air Market partners with the Library, SDDA, Friends of the Library, Arts Council, & Chamber of Commerce to present local musicians (weather permitting) throughout the month. Fridays May 3–31 5:30 to 7 p May 3 Larry Guenther May 10 Gary Allen May 17 McDonald Bros May 24 Mark Sandstrom May 31 Judy Banker FOR OLDER CHILDREN & TEENS: Minecraft Game Night (Ages 8-15) 7:00 pm-8:30 pm 05/10/2019 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/for-older-children-teens-minecraft-game-night-ages-8-15-2/ Minecraft Game Night (Ages 8-15) Get your game on with fellow Minecrafters in an after-hours event open to beginner, intermediate and advanced players. Refreshments provided. No registration required. Fridays, March 8 and May 10 • 7–8:30 p.m.	11 Jackson County Museum Day 10am – 4pm 10:00 am-4:00 pm 05/11/2019 Waterloo Farm Museum Waterloo Farm Museum, Grass Lake Charter Township, MI, United States Waterloo Farm Museum, Grass Lake Charter Township, MI, United States https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/jackson-county-museum-day-10am-4pm/ Jackson County Museum Day 10am – 4pm Blessing of the Plow 5:00 pm-11:30 pm 05/11/2019 830 S Clinton St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 830 S Clinton St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 830 S Clinton St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/blessing-of-the-plow/ The American Legion Mackinder-Glenn Post #510 is holding its 10^th annual Blessing of the Plow on Saturday, May 11. A BBQ dinner will be served beginning at 5:00 P.M. and ending at 7:00 P.M., and a live band will perform from 7:30 P.M. to 11:30 P.M.
12	13	14	15 FOR ADULTS: Coffee Chat Wednesdays, 11:00 am-12:00 pm 05/15/2019 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/for-adults-coffee-chat-wednesdays-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/ Coffee Chat Wednesdays, March 6, 13, 20 & 27; April 3, 10, 17 & 24; May 1, 8, 15, 22 • 11 a.m. Welcome Spring by connecting with other community members on Wednesday mornings. Talk about local events, favorite books or movies, new reads, or whatever comes up.	16	17 Open Air Market of Stockbridge is on the Town Square Friday, May 17 4:00 pm-7:00 pm 05/17/2019 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/open-air-market-of-stockbridge-is-on-the-town-square-friday-may-3-2-2/ Lake Divide Farm is back for the season. Para Para creamery has a new chipotle spread. Great Lakes Baker brought the cutest trailer to sell from, and everyone met Olga the herbalist. Week two of the Market was buzzing even in the cool weather, so look out when it finally warms up this week for the Annual Community Garage Sale and Open Air Market. Call Suzi to learn how to sell that day from 11 am to 7 pm. And, come out to buy too! Market items include: mixed greens produce, asparagus, rhubarb, cheese, honey, bread, baked goods, pies, maple syrup, candles and soaps, herbal items, essential oils, sprays, art and baskets (all day). And, there will be Community Garage Sale items galore. MacDonald Brothers play from 5:30 to 7 pm. RECYCLE YOUR PAPER BAGS at the MARKET so we can go PLASTIC FREE. Contact Suzi for any questions about the Open Air Market of Stockbridge: 517-851-7437. FOR ALL AGES Family Game Night 5:00 pm-6:45 pm 05/17/2019 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/for-all-ages-family-game-night-2-2/ Family Game Night Take a break with family and friends on selected Fridays. Play Sushi Go Party!, Codenames, Spot it Junior!, Animal upon Animal, Apples to Apples and more. We’ll have snacks, too. Fridays, March 22, April 26, May 17 • 5:00 – 6:45 p. m. Market Music Series 5:30 pm-7:00 pm 05/17/2019 Stockbridge Town Square 125 S Clinton St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 125 S Clinton St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/market-music-series-3-2-2/ Market Music Series 5:30 to 7 pm Stockbridge Town Square by the Gazebo The Open Air Market partners with the Library, SDDA, Friends of the Library, Arts Council, & Chamber of Commerce to present local musicians (weather permitting) throughout the month. Fridays May 3–31 5:30 to 7 p May 3 Larry Guenther May 10 Gary Allen May 17 McDonald Bros May 24 Mark Sandstrom May 31 Judy Banker	18 Unadilla and Stockbridge Townships are hosting a joint spring clean-up day 9:00 am-1:00 pm 05/18/2019 Unadilla Twp Hall 126 Webb St, Gregory, MI 48137, USA 126 Webb St, Gregory, MI 48137, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/unadilla-and-stockbridge-townships-are-hosting-a-joint-spring-clean-up-day/ Unadilla and Stockbridge Townships are hosting a joint spring clean-up day Saturday May 18 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Unadilla Township Hall, 126 Webb Street, Gregory. All from both Townships are welcome to bring furniture, mattresses, stoves, washers, dryers, laptops, monitors, scrap metal and tires. This is a good time to get rid of unwanted items, and those with questions should call Stockbridge Township Offices, 517-851-7658. The church of Christ located at 4783 s. m-52 Stockbridge opens it’s doors for free food and clothing March 16 and April 20 from 10a.m. until noon. Food and clothing are available every 3rd Saturday of the month during 10 until noon 10:00 am-12:00 pm 05/18/2019 Church of Christ 4783 M-52, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 4783 M-52, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/the-church-of-christ-located-at-4783-s-m-52-stockbridge-opens-its-doors-for-free-food-and-clothing-march-16-and-april-20-from-10a-m-until-noon-food-and-clothing-are-available-every-3rd-saturday-2-2/ The church of Christ located at 4783 s. m-52 Stockbridge opens it’s doors for free food and clothing March 16 and April 20 from 10a.m. until noon. Food and clothing are available every 3rd Saturday of the month during 10 until noon
19 Michigan at Antietam-Speaker: Brian Egen Sunday, May 19, 2019, 2:30pm Waterloo Farm Museum 13493 Waterloo-Munith Rd. Grass Lake, MI 49240 Free to public 2:30 pm-4:00 pm 05/19/2019 Waterloo Farm Museum Waterloo Farm Museum, Grass Lake Charter Township, MI, United States Waterloo Farm Museum, Grass Lake Charter Township, MI, United States https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/michigan-at-antietam-speaker-brian-egen-sunday-may-19-2019-230pm-waterloo-farm-museum-13493-waterloo-munith-rd-grass-lake-mi-49240-free-to-public/ Michigan at Antietam-Speaker: Brian Egen Sunday, May 19, 2019, 2:30pm Waterloo Farm Museum 13493 Waterloo-Munith Rd. Grass Lake, MI 49240 Free to public	20	21	22 FOR ADULTS: Coffee Chat Wednesdays, 11:00 am-12:00 pm 05/22/2019 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/for-adults-coffee-chat-wednesdays-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/ Coffee Chat Wednesdays, March 6, 13, 20 & 27; April 3, 10, 17 & 24; May 1, 8, 15, 22 • 11 a.m. Welcome Spring by connecting with other community members on Wednesday mornings. Talk about local events, favorite books or movies, new reads, or whatever comes up.	23	24 Open Air Market of Stockbridge is on the Town Square Friday, May 24 4:00 pm-7:00 pm 05/24/2019 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/open-air-market-of-stockbridge-is-on-the-town-square-friday-may-3-2-2-2/ Back for the season are Lake Divide Farm, Para Para creamery, Great Lakes Baker and Olga the herbalist. Market items include: mixed greens, asparagus, rhubarb, cheese, honey, bread, baked goods, pies, maple syrup, candles and soaps, herbal items, essential oils, sprays, art and baskets. Mark Sandstrom plays from 5:30 to 7 pm. RECYCLE YOUR PAPER BAGS at the MARKET so we can go PLASTIC FREE. Contact Suzi for any questions about the Open Air Market of Stockbridge: 517-851-7437. Market Music Series 5:30 pm-7:00 pm 05/24/2019 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/market-music-series-2-2-2-2/ Market Music Series The library and other community partners invite you to enjoy live music at the Stockbridge Open Air Market on Fridays throughout the month, weather permitting. Fridays, May 3-31 • 5:30-7 p.m. Market Music Series 5:30 pm-7:00 pm 05/24/2019 Stockbridge Town Square 125 S Clinton St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 125 S Clinton St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/market-music-series-3-2-2-2/ Market Music Series 5:30 to 7 pm Stockbridge Town Square by the Gazebo The Open Air Market partners with the Library, SDDA, Friends of the Library, Arts Council, & Chamber of Commerce to present local musicians (weather permitting) throughout the month. Fridays May 3–31 5:30 to 7 p May 3 Larry Guenther May 10 Gary Allen May 17 McDonald Bros May 24 Mark Sandstrom May 31 Judy Banker	25
26	27	28	29 St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea to offer series of free mental health classes this spring 12:30 pm-1:30 pm 05/29/2019 St. Joe’s Chelsea 775 S Main St, Chelsea, MI 48118, USA 775 S Main St, Chelsea, MI 48118, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/st-joseph-mercy-chelsea-to-offer-series-of-free-mental-health-classes-this-spring-2-2/ St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea to offer series of free mental health classes this spring CHELSEA, Mich. (April 2, 2019) – This spring, St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea will host a “Minding Your Health Series,” which includes three educational programs aimed at improving mental health in the community. These events are free and open to the public. All classes will be held inside the Chelsea Wellness Center, located at 14800 E. Old US Hwy. 12 in Chelsea. Please register by calling the Chelsea Wellness Center at 734-214-0220. The dates, times and class topics are: Date: April 8 Time: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Topic: Why Diets Fail Description: Learn to better understand the roles food and exercise play in our lives, and what might really be in the way of lasting change. Date: May 6 Time: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Topic: Finding Help: When to get it and where to go Description: Learn when to seek mental health treatment and where to find the support needed. Date: May 29 Time: 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Topic: Aging at Home: Is it safe? Description: Learn about the medical conditions and medications to watch for as you age, risk factors of living alone, how to complete a home safety assessment and when to consider a driving evaluation. Individuals will also learn about geriatric psychiatric evaluations and neuropsychological evaluations	30	31 Adult Book Discussion 12:00 pm-1:00 pm 05/31/2019 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/adult-book-discussion-4-2/ Adult Book Discussion Bring your brown-bag lunch at noon and discuss books with us! Refreshments served. Friday, March 29 • 12 p.m.: The Hate U Give, by Angie Thomas [This title is the 2019 Capital Area One Read book] Friday, April 26 • 12 p.m.: The Postmistress, by Sarah Blake Friday, May 31 • 12 p.m.: The First 15 Lives of Harry August, by Claire North Market Music Series 5:30 pm-7:00 pm 05/31/2019 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/market-music-series-2-2-2-2-2/ Market Music Series The library and other community partners invite you to enjoy live music at the Stockbridge Open Air Market on Fridays throughout the month, weather permitting. Fridays, May 3-31 • 5:30-7 p.m. Market Music Series 5:30 pm-7:00 pm 05/31/2019 Stockbridge Town Square 125 S Clinton St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 125 S Clinton St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/market-music-series-3-2-2-2-2/ Market Music Series 5:30 to 7 pm Stockbridge Town Square by the Gazebo The Open Air Market partners with the Library, SDDA, Friends of the Library, Arts Council, & Chamber of Commerce to present local musicians (weather permitting) throughout the month. Fridays May 3–31 5:30 to 7 p May 3 Larry Guenther May 10 Gary Allen May 17 McDonald Bros May 24 Mark Sandstrom May 31 Judy Banker

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