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March 15, 2019 Diane Rockall 1 column, History, News, Stockbridge,

By Diane Rockall The first land purchases in this area occurred as the 1830’s began....

March 12, 2019 Diane Rockall 3 column, features, News, Stockbridge Community Schools,

Hope Blooms From Within I believe in hope for many reasons. Hope is what pushes you...

March 9, 2019 Patrice Johnson 16 column, features, News, Stockbridge Community Schools,

by Amy Haggerty Having great people skills is one important aspect of being a school...

February 28, 2019 Zabrina Yannella 0 Capital Area District Library, column, features, Stockbridge Community Schools, Stockbridge High School,

Below, is the first of what SCN plans to offer as a monthly student-written, ‘This...

February 22, 2019 Diane Rockall 3 column, Heritage Elementary School, News, Stockbridge Community Schools, Student of the Month,

By Cindy Lance Emily Satkowiak Heritage Elementary 4th grader personifies the saying, "You Before Me." Satkowiak is enthusiastic about...

February 19, 2019 Patrice Johnson 32 column, Heritage Elementary School, News, Smith Elementary School, Stockbridge Community Schools,

By Amy Haggerty Gym class in school influenced many of us to become the people...

February 18, 2019 Patrice Johnson 0 column, Science,

by Eric Rasmussen It is easy to take for granted how remarkable it is to...

February 11, 2019 Diane Rockall 0 column, History, News,

by Diane Rockall In recognition, preparation for and celebration of Women’s History Month, this column...

January 26, 2019 Zabrina Yannella 0 column, News, Stockbridge,

Do you need 911 service? Now you can use your cellular phone to get help...

January 25, 2019 Patrice Johnson 22 column, News,

by Amy Haggerty Enter Stockbridge Junior/Senior High School and chances are Courtney Fletcher will greet...

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					1	2 Panther Cub PTO Quartermania 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 03/02/2019 Heritage Elementary School, Western Avenue, Stockbridge, MI 49285, United States Heritage Elementary School, Western Avenue, Stockbridge, MI 49285, United States Heritage Elementary School, Western Avenue, Stockbridge, MI 49285, United States https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/panther-cub-pto-quartermania/ Panther Cub PTO Quartermania: An Adult night out for our Panther Community and surrounding friends. This is a fun filled night of chance. Enjoying the odds of the lottery/Bingo. Raffle/Auction atmosphere Connecting with local vendors for shopping prior to auction starting. All while supporting the Panther Cub PTO in their efforts to provide support to our Panther Cubs and Teachers. Vendor Shopping takes place 6-7pm and in Mania Bidding will start at 7pm. Bring your quarters and get ready for a fun night!!!
3	4	5	6 FOR ADULTS: Coffee Chat Wednesdays, 11:00 am-12:00 pm 03/06/2019 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/ 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.	7 All You Can Eat Hotcake Supper at Stockbridge McDonald’s 4:00 pm-7:00 pm 03/07/2019 McDonald’s, Bird Drive, Stockbridge, MI, United States McDonald’s, Bird Drive, Stockbridge, MI, United States McDonald’s, Bird Drive, Stockbridge, MI, United States https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/all-you-can-eat-hotcake-supper-at-stockbridge-mcdonalds-2/ Help Outreach turn hotcakes into help for your neighbors! Stockbridge McDonald’s is generously donating $2 of every $2.50 ticket sold for the All-You-Can-Eat delicious hotcake supper being held this Thursday, March 7 from 4 – 7 p.m. One dollar spent by Outreach at the Greater Lansing Food Bank allows them to buy over $4 worth of food. For 2018, Outreach spent $4553.43 at the Greater Lansing Food Bank and received $26,024.88 worth of food that was distributed to area residents in need. In addition to food, Outreach helps those who qualify with transportation, housing, utilities, prescriptions and more. Outreach serves those who live in the Stockbridge Community School district. They are newly located in the Stockbridge Activity Center (old middle school). Their entrance is door #20 off the back parking lot on Cherry Street, just north of Elm Street. Hours are Mondays and Fridays from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. and Wednesdays from 1 – 6 p.m. For more information, please call 517-851-7285, go to https://www.stockbridgecommunityoutreach.org/ or check them out on Facebook.	8 FOR OLDER CHILDREN & TEENS: Minecraft Game Night (Ages 8-15) 7:00 pm-8:30 pm 03/08/2019 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-minecraft-game-night-ages-8-15/ 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.	9 Open Air Market of Stockbridge is Indoors Saturday, March 9 11:00 am-3:00 pm 03/09/2019 First Presbyterian Church CE Building 101 S Center St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 101 S Center St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/open-air-market-of-stockbridge-is-indoors-this-saturday-january-12-2-2/ We will be in the First Presbyterian Church CE Building, 101 S. Center in Stockbridge 11 am to 3 pm on Saturdays. January 12, February 9, March 9 and April 13 Vendors will include cheese, honey, pesto and homemade chips, bread, baked goods, chocolates, lotions, art, woodworking, hot sauces, relishes and eggs. The Presbyterian women will be serving a soup, salad and sandwich luncheon during the market. Local musicians will perform from Noon to 2 pm. For more info, call Suzi 517-851-7437. Plainfield United Methodist Church Chicken and Biscuit Supper, March 9 12:35 pm 03/09/2019 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/ The Plainfield United Methodist Church will be serving a Chicken and Biscuit Supper on March 9 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 FOR YOUNG CHILDREN: Special ECLC Character visits (Ages 3-6) Visit for special storytimes with these very special guests! Llama Llama, Saturday, March 9 • 1-2 p.m. Ladybug Girl Wednesday, March 20 • 1-2 p.m. 1:00 pm-2:00 pm 03/09/2019 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-special-eclc-character-visits-ages-3-6-visit-for-special-storytimes-with-these-very-special-guests-llama-llama-saturday-march-9-%e2%80%a2-1-2-p-m-ladybug-girl-wednesday-mar/ Special ECLC Character visits (Ages 3-6) Visit for special storytimes with these very special guests! Llama Llama, Saturday, March 9 • 1-2 p.m. Ladybug Girl Wednesday, March 20 • 1-2 p.m.
10	11	12	13 FOR ADULTS: Coffee Chat Wednesdays, 11:00 am-12:00 pm 03/13/2019 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/ 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: Hispanic Outlaws in the Old West 4:00 pm-5:00 pm 03/13/2019 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/for-adults-hispanic-outlaws-in-the-old-west/ Hispanic Outlaws in the Old West. Join Carlos Villegas-Castaneda in a program about 19th century Hispanic outlaws – a general view of motives, cases and motivations to break the law. Mr. Villegas-Castaneda is an instructor of Spanish language, literature and culture at Adrian College Wednesday, March 13 • 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 03/13/2019 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/ 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.	14 St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea to host a family-to-family educational program on mental illness 6:00 pm-8:30 pm 03/14/2019 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-host-a-family-to-family-educational-program-on-mental-illness/ CHELSEA, Mich. (March 4, 2019) — Beginning March 14, St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea will host a 12-week family-to-family educational program to help parents, friends, and caregivers understand and support individuals with serious mental illness. The family-to-family program is one of several signature programs developed by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) and is an evidenced-based program; it has quantitative research to support its effectiveness. Enrollment Information Program begins March 14 Time: 6 – 8:30 p.m. Location: St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea, 775 S. Main Street, Chelsea, MI	15	16 SRSLY is hosting its 6th Annual 3×3 Basketball Tournament on March 16 All day 03/16/2019 Stockbridge High School 416 N Clinton St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 416 N Clinton St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/srsly-is-hosting-its-6th-annual-3×3-basketball-tournament-on-march-16/ Every year, SRSLY hosts a 3×3 Basketball Tournament for youth! This year is the 6th Annual and will be held on Saturday, March 16 at the Stockbridge Jr/Sr High School in both gymnasiums. Doors open at 8:30 am and games start at 9:00 am. Boys and girls in grades 4-12 can participate, and the community is invited to cheer them on! Concession items are sold. Team registration forms will be available in the school offices and on our website at www.srslystockbridge.org/basketball as the tournament date gets closer. The cost is $10 per team. Volunteers are needed to help with everything from selling concessions to running the scoreboards! Adults & youth can sign up to help by clicking here: 2019 3×3 Volunteer Sign Up Prizes will be awarded to: 1st place winners in each division, 1^st place winners of 3-point contest, Best Team Name, and Best Dressed Team. If you would like to help plan this year’s tournament, our next meeting is Thursday, February 7, 6:00 to 7:00 pm at the Crossroads Office, 5000 S. Clinton Street in Stockbridge. Dinner will be provided. 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 03/16/2019 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/ 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
17	18	19	20 FOR ADULTS: Coffee Chat Wednesdays, 11:00 am-12:00 pm 03/20/2019 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/ 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: Special ECLC Character visits (Ages 3-6) Visit for special storytimes with these very special guests! Llama Llama, Saturday, March 9 • 1-2 p.m. Ladybug Girl Wednesday, March 20 • 1-2 p.m. 1:00 pm-2:00 pm 03/20/2019 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-special-eclc-character-visits-ages-3-6-visit-for-special-storytimes-with-these-very-special-guests-llama-llama-saturday-march-9-%e2%80%a2-1-2-p-m-ladybug-girl-wednesday-mar-2/ Special ECLC Character visits (Ages 3-6) Visit for special storytimes with these very special guests! Llama Llama, Saturday, March 9 • 1-2 p.m. Ladybug Girl Wednesday, March 20 • 1-2 p.m.	21 Stockbridge Community Schools’ Kindergarten and Young 5’s Round-Up 9:30 am-3:30 pm 03/21/2019 Smith Elementary School Emma Smith Elementary School 100 Price Ave., Stockbridge MI Emma Smith Elementary School 100 Price Ave., Stockbridge MI https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/stockbridge-community-schools-kindergarten-and-young-5s-round-up-2/ Stockbridge Community Schools’ Kindergarten and Young 5’s Round-Up Information WHEN: Thursday, March 21, 2019 ~ Session 1: 9:30-12:00 ~ Session 2: 1:00-3:30 WHERE: Emma L. Smith Elementary, 100 Price Ave., Stockbridge, MI TO REGISTER: Please call the Smith Office at 517-851-7735, ext. 0, to place your child’s name on our Round-Up list. REGISTRATION GUILDELINES: Kindergarten — If your child will be five on or before September 1, 2019, they will be eligible for Kindergarten for the 2019/2020 school year. Young 5’s — If your child will be five between September 1, 2019 and December 1, 2019, they will be eligible for our Young 5’s program. * If your child’s birthday is between the September 1 and December 1, 2019 dates and you would like them to attend Kindergarten, please send an email to Mr. Edwards, Principal at Smith Elementary at edwardsb@panthernet.net. Explain specifically that you would like for your child to be considered for Kindergarten and list any reasons that would help inform the school. Mr. Edwards will contact you with further registration information. Items needed for registration To complete registration, parents/guardians must provide all of the following documentation during their round-up session on March 21, 2019: A State Birth Certificate (Hospital birth certificates cannot be accepted) & Proof of Residence (any current piece of mail with a Parent/Guardian name and physical address) & Up-to-Date Immunization Record & Smith Elementary School Enrollment Packet (available at Round-Up) & Custody Paperwork (if applicable). An enrollment packet will be sent in March to parents/guardians who contact the school to pre-register by returning this form to Emma L. Smith Elementary, 100 Price Ave, Stockbridge, MI 49285. St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea to host free National Diabetes Prevention Program Beginning in March 4:00 pm-5:00 pm 03/21/2019 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-host-free-national-diabetes-prevention-program-beginning-in-march/ St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea to host free National Diabetes Prevention Program Beginning in March Informational session scheduled for March 21 CHELSEA, Mich. (March 4, 2019) — St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea will host the National Diabetes Prevention Program (NDPP) beginning March 28. The NDPP will meet regularly on Thursdays from 4 to 5 p.m., for 16 weeks, in the Dexter Wellness Center, located at 2810 Baker Road in Dexter. NDPP helps those at high risk for developing type 2 diabetes adopt and maintain a healthy lifestyle by eating right, increasing physical activity and losing a modest amount of weight. In a classroom setting, a trained lifestyle coach facilitates a small group of participants in learning about behavior changes. Topics include healthier eating, getting started with physical activity, overcoming stress, staying motivated and more. The group helps to motivate and encourage each other. This program is free, but registration is required. For more information or to register, please call 734-593-5276. For people not sure if a Diabetes Prevention Program is right for them, they are invited to attend a free informational session at the Dexter Wellness Center on March 21, from 4 to 5 p.m. St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea to host a peer-to-peer educational program for individuals living with mental illness 6:00 pm-8:00 pm 03/21/2019 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-host-a-peer-to-peer-educational-program-for-individuals-living-with-mental-illness/ St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea to host a peer-to-peer educational program for individuals living with mental illness CHELSEA, Mich. (March 4, 2019) — Beginning March 21, St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea will host a 12-week peer-to-peer educational program to help individuals living with mental illness who want to discover new coping strategies, reduce stigma, gain knowledge, connect with others who share a similar experience, and find volunteer and advocacy opportunities. Classes will be led by trained NAMI peer mentors who also live with mental illness. This is not a support group, but a supportive, safe and confidential program. Enrollment Information Program begins March 21 Time: 6 – 8 p.m. Location: St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea, 775 S. Main Street, Chelsea, MI	22 FOR ALL AGES Family Game Night 5:00 pm-6:45 pm 03/22/2019 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/for-all-ages-family-game-night/ 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.	23
24	25	26 The Green Book: Driving Through the Jim Crow Era with the Gilmore Car Museum 6:30 pm-7:30 pm 03/26/2019 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/the-green-book-driving-through-the-jim-crow-era-with-the-gilmore-car-museum/ The Green Book: Driving Through the Jim Crow Era with the Gilmore Car Museum Hear the true story behind the Green Book, a guide that helped black travelers during the height of segregation find safe and welcoming accommodations, resorts, restaurants and even gas stations. Learn about discrimination of all kinds and the Civil Rights Movement in America. Tuesday, March 26 • 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.	27 FOR ADULTS: Coffee Chat Wednesdays, 11:00 am-12:00 pm 03/27/2019 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/ 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 03/27/2019 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/ 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	28	29	30
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Looking Back – April 2019

This I Believe by Brooklyn Baker

Staff Spotlight: Bus driver Leslie Reasoner in students’ corners

This I believe

Student of the Month: Emily Satkowiak

Staff Spotlight–Rachel Jones: dedicated to bringing out the best in her students

Wonders of Science: Our glorious age of (dis)information

Looking Back – March 2019

Texting now available for 911 service

Staff Spotlight: Courtney Fletcher finds innovative ways to help

Panther Cub PTO Quartermania

FOR ADULTS: Coffee Chat Wednesdays,

All You Can Eat Hotcake Supper at Stockbridge McDonald’s

FOR OLDER CHILDREN & TEENS: Minecraft Game Night (Ages 8-15)

Open Air Market of Stockbridge is Indoors Saturday, March 9

Plainfield United Methodist Church Chicken and Biscuit Supper, March 9

FOR YOUNG CHILDREN: Special ECLC Character visits (Ages 3-6) Visit for special storytimes with these very special guests! Llama Llama, Saturday, March 9 • 1-2 p.m. Ladybug Girl Wednesday, March 20 • 1-2 p.m.

FOR ADULTS: Coffee Chat Wednesdays,

FOR ADULTS: Hispanic Outlaws in the Old West

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.

St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea to host a family-to-family educational program on mental illness

SRSLY is hosting its 6th Annual 3×3 Basketball Tournament on March 16

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

FOR ADULTS: Coffee Chat Wednesdays,

FOR YOUNG CHILDREN: Special ECLC Character visits (Ages 3-6) Visit for special storytimes with these very special guests! Llama Llama, Saturday, March 9 • 1-2 p.m. Ladybug Girl Wednesday, March 20 • 1-2 p.m.

Stockbridge Community Schools’ Kindergarten and Young 5’s Round-Up

St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea to host free National Diabetes Prevention Program Beginning in March

St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea to host a peer-to-peer educational program for individuals living with mental illness

FOR ALL AGES Family Game Night

The Green Book: Driving Through the Jim Crow Era with the Gilmore Car Museum

FOR ADULTS: Coffee Chat Wednesdays,

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