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July 15, 2019 Diane Rockall 0 Business, column, News,

by John and Theresa Kightlinger Question from J. Smith, Webberville: “I’ve heard of people installing...

June 24, 2019 Kayla Fletcher 0 4th of July, column, features, News,

by Eric Rasmussen It's finally summertime. Swimming pools are open, grills are cooking, and Fourth...

June 20, 2019 Kayla Fletcher 4 column, features, News, Stockbridge, Stockbridge Community News,

by Mary Jo David Every town has buzz—especially small towns. And lately, a lot of...

June 18, 2019 Diane Rockall 0 column, events, History, News, Plainfield, Unadilla township, Waterloo Farm Museum,

by Ron and Arlene Kaiser More than 180 years ago, numerous Indian trails intersected about...

June 15, 2019 Diane Rockall 14 column, features, News, Student of the Month,

by Cindy Lance Remington Christie is 8 years old and going into the third grade...

June 13, 2019 Diane Rockall 0 column, History, News,

by Diane Rockall July returns once again and with it half the year is gone....

June 13, 2019 Alex Weddon, author of the Close Calls on the Farm trilogy 0 column, News,

by John and Theresa Kightlinger Q: The insurance company wants me to use one of...

May 27, 2019 Kayla Fletcher 0 column, features, News, Stockbridge Community Schools,

Now is an exciting time to be part of Stockbridge Community Schools First of all,...

May 17, 2019 Kayla Fletcher 0 column, News,

by Jill Marie Ogden Last month’s column presented a basic overview of blindness and answered...

May 15, 2019 Diane Rockall 1 column, History, News,

by Diane Rockall One hundred years ago, the school year ended the week of June...

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	1	2	3	4 Gregory’s 45th Annual 4th of July Celebration! 10:00 am-10:00 pm 07/04/2019 The Town of Gregory 116 Main St, Gregory, MI 48137, USA 116 Main St, Gregory, MI 48137, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/gregorys-45th-annual-4th-of-july-celebration/ Schedule of Events (Tentative) 10:00 am Parade line up begins (M106 closed to general traffic.) You MUST be in place by 11:30 for card collection. All horse groups must include a ‘scooper’. 11:45 am Decorated bike contest for kids 3-12 at 11:45 at the kids’ gathering spot M106 & Stonehouse Rd. Noon Parade begins. Gordie Kunzleman as emcee. Heidi Raus singing the National Anthem. Grand Marshals: The former Jaycees & Jaycettes of Gregory/Stockbridge 10:00 am “Cathy’s Famous Baked Goods” 4^th of July Committee Bake Sale at the Unadilla Twp. Fire Dept. 10:00 am Hot dog/chips/pop sales $5.00 at the Fire Dept.Assorted vendors & activities in the park, playground, and Webb St. throughout the afternoon: 3 bounce houses, penny hunt, pie-eating contest, kids bowling, and magic show. 1:00 pm Jeff Boyer the Magic Guy roaming the grounds with balloon twisting activities. 1:30 pm Pie-Eating Contest on Webb Street (3 age groups) 1^st, 2^nd, and 3^rd place prizes. 2:30 PM Comedy Magic Show by Boyer the Magic Guy under the tent in the park. 5:30 pm Music by The Wicked Hipsters Band under the tent. (Bring your dancing shoes!) Fireworks at DUSK! Park in the ball field. We need and appreciate your donations to fund our celebration! Celebrate Recovery 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 07/04/2019 Crossroads Community Church Crossroads Community Church, South Clinton Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States Crossroads Community Church, South Clinton Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/celebrate-recovery-2-2-2-2-2/ Celebrate Recovery every Thursday night from 7-9 p.m. at Crossroads Community Church Stockbridge. For everyone with hurts, hang ups and addictions. Come as you are!	5 Activities in the Park Bring the family to Veterans Park for stories and games with local artist Colleen Red eld. Pick up some Universe of Stories coupons to redeem for prizes at the library, while supplies last. Prizes and program sponsored by the Friends of the Stockbridge Library. Fridays, July 5–Aug. 16 • 11 a.m.–12 p.m 11:00 am-12:00 pm 07/05/2019 Veteran’s Park Stockbridge, MI 200 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/activities-in-the-park-bring-the-family-to-veterans-park-for-stories-and-games-with-local-artist-colleen-red-eld-pick-up-some-universe-of-stories-coupons-to-redeem-for-prizes-at-the-library-while-s/ Activities in the Park Bring the family to Veterans Park for stories and games with local artist Colleen Red eld. Pick up some Universe of Stories coupons to redeem for prizes at the library, while supplies last. Prizes and program sponsored by the Friends of the Stockbridge Library. Fridays, July 5–Aug. 16 • 11 a.m.–12 p.m Activities in the Park (Held off-site) 11:00 am-12:00 pm 07/05/2019 Veteran’s Park Stockbridge, MI 200 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/activities-in-the-park-held-off-site-3/ Bring the family to Veterans Park for stories and games with local artist Colleen Redfield. Pick up some Universe of Stories coupons to redeem for prizes at the library, while supplies last. Prizes and program sponsored by the Friends of Stockbridge Library. Waterloo Farm Museum Tours – ongoing Summer weekends 6/7 – 8/31 Fridays and Saturdays 1-5pm 1:00 pm-5:00 pm 07/05/2019 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/waterloo-farm-museum-tours-ongoing-summer-weekends-6-7-8-31-fridays-and-saturdays-1-5pm-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/ Waterloo Farm Museum Tours – ongoing Summer weekends 6/7 – 8/31 Fridays and Saturdays 1-5pm Open Air Market of Stockbridge is on the Town Square this Friday 4:00 pm-7:00 pm 07/05/2019 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-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/ The market is open July 5, the usual time, from 4 pm to 7 pm. We will have plenty of vegetables and fruit, cheese, honey, eggs, bread, baked goods, maple syrup and more. For the 4th of July, we will have special $4 handmade soap and bath bombs in select essential oil and artisan designs. A local favorite, Letha Allen, will perform for Market Music from 5:30 to 7 pm. Contact Suzi for any questions about the Open Air Market of Stockbridge: 517-851-7437. Market Music Series (Held off-site) 5:30 pm-7:00 pm 07/05/2019 https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/market-music-series-held-off-site-3-2/ The library and other community partners present live music at the Stockbridge Open Air Market on Fridays throughout the summer, weather permitting. Market hours are 4-7 p.m.; music is from 5:30-7.	6 Waterloo Farm Museum Tours – ongoing Summer weekends 6/7 – 8/31 Fridays and Saturdays 1-5pm 1:00 pm-5:00 pm 07/06/2019 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/waterloo-farm-museum-tours-ongoing-summer-weekends-6-7-8-31-fridays-and-saturdays-1-5pm-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/ Waterloo Farm Museum Tours – ongoing Summer weekends 6/7 – 8/31 Fridays and Saturdays 1-5pm
7	8 Trinity Lutheran Church, LCMS: Vacation Bible School 9:15 am-12:00 pm 07/08/2019 Trinity Lutheran Church 5758 M-36, Pinckney, MI 48169, USA 5758 M-36, Pinckney, MI 48169, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/trinity-lutheran-church-lcms-vacation-bible-school-2-2-2-2/ Lift off for an intergalactic adventure with Miraculous Mission: Jesus Saves the World. Explore God’s miraculous mission and learn about His plan of salvation from creation to the cross! Based on the key verse John 3:16 (ESV). Trinity Lutheran Church, LCMS is located at: 5758 W. M-36, Pinckney. Church Office (734) 878-5977 Pastor Merelyn Snider Join SRSLY in Vet’S Park on Monday Evenings This Summer 6:00 pm-8:00 pm 07/08/2019 Veteran’s Park Stockbridge, MI 200 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/join-srsly-in-vets-park-on-monday-afternoons-this-summer-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/ Summer is here! Youth are invited to join SRSLY in Vet’s Park on Mondays this summer for games and other fun! Stop by anytime from 6-8 pm on Monday, July 8, July 22, and August 5. July 8 – Family Night Out! We’ll have a bunch of lawn games to play, plus free ice cream! July 22 – Tie-Dye Night! Feel free to bring a white clothing item of your own, or we’ll have some shirts to dye. August 5 – Water games and activities! Remember to bring a towel.	9 Trinity Lutheran Church, LCMS: Vacation Bible School 9:15 am-12:00 pm 07/09/2019 Trinity Lutheran Church 5758 M-36, Pinckney, MI 48169, USA 5758 M-36, Pinckney, MI 48169, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/trinity-lutheran-church-lcms-vacation-bible-school/ Lift off for an intergalactic adventure with Miraculous Mission: Jesus Saves the World. Explore God’s miraculous mission and learn about His plan of salvation from creation to the cross! Based on the key verse John 3:16 (ESV). Trinity Lutheran Church, LCMS is located at: 5758 W. M-36, Pinckney. Church Office (734) 878-5977 Pastor Merelyn Snider STEM Challenge (AGE 12 & UP) 4:00 pm-5:00 pm 07/09/2019 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/stem-challenge-age-12-up-2-2/ STEM Challenge (AGE 12 & UP) Join us for STEM challenges throughout the summer, including designing and building a Space Lander, Marble Roller Coaster, Catapult and Bridge. Tuesdays, June 11 & 25; July 9 & 23 • 4–5 p.m	10 Trinity Lutheran Church, LCMS: Vacation Bible School 9:15 am-12:00 pm 07/10/2019 Trinity Lutheran Church 5758 M-36, Pinckney, MI 48169, USA 5758 M-36, Pinckney, MI 48169, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/trinity-lutheran-church-lcms-vacation-bible-school-2/ Lift off for an intergalactic adventure with Miraculous Mission: Jesus Saves the World. Explore God’s miraculous mission and learn about His plan of salvation from creation to the cross! Based on the key verse John 3:16 (ESV). Trinity Lutheran Church, LCMS is located at: 5758 W. M-36, Pinckney. Church Office (734) 878-5977 Pastor Merelyn Snider Acting Up Theatre Company 10:30 am-11:15 am 07/10/2019 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/acting-up-theatre-company-2/ Acting Up Theatre Company This live show features out-of-this-world music, comedy and fun. Wednesday, July 10 • 10:30–11:15 a.m.	11 Trinity Lutheran Church, LCMS: Vacation Bible School 9:15 am-12:00 pm 07/11/2019 Trinity Lutheran Church 5758 M-36, Pinckney, MI 48169, USA 5758 M-36, Pinckney, MI 48169, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/trinity-lutheran-church-lcms-vacation-bible-school-2-2/ Lift off for an intergalactic adventure with Miraculous Mission: Jesus Saves the World. Explore God’s miraculous mission and learn about His plan of salvation from creation to the cross! Based on the key verse John 3:16 (ESV). Trinity Lutheran Church, LCMS is located at: 5758 W. M-36, Pinckney. Church Office (734) 878-5977 Pastor Merelyn Snider Celebrate Recovery 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 07/11/2019 Crossroads Community Church Crossroads Community Church, South Clinton Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States Crossroads Community Church, South Clinton Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/celebrate-recovery-2-2-2-2-2-2/ Celebrate Recovery every Thursday night from 7-9 p.m. at Crossroads Community Church Stockbridge. For everyone with hurts, hang ups and addictions. Come as you are!	12 Trinity Lutheran Church, LCMS: Vacation Bible School 9:15 am-12:00 pm 07/12/2019 Trinity Lutheran Church 5758 M-36, Pinckney, MI 48169, USA 5758 M-36, Pinckney, MI 48169, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/trinity-lutheran-church-lcms-vacation-bible-school-2-2-2/ Lift off for an intergalactic adventure with Miraculous Mission: Jesus Saves the World. Explore God’s miraculous mission and learn about His plan of salvation from creation to the cross! Based on the key verse John 3:16 (ESV). Trinity Lutheran Church, LCMS is located at: 5758 W. M-36, Pinckney. Church Office (734) 878-5977 Pastor Merelyn Snider Activities in the Park Bring the family to Veterans Park for stories and games with local artist Colleen Red eld. Pick up some Universe of Stories coupons to redeem for prizes at the library, while supplies last. Prizes and program sponsored by the Friends of the Stockbridge Library. Fridays, July 5–Aug. 16 • 11 a.m.–12 p.m 11:00 am-12:00 pm 07/12/2019 Veteran’s Park Stockbridge, MI 200 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/activities-in-the-park-bring-the-family-to-veterans-park-for-stories-and-games-with-local-artist-colleen-red-eld-pick-up-some-universe-of-stories-coupons-to-redeem-for-prizes-at-the-library-while-s-2/ Activities in the Park Bring the family to Veterans Park for stories and games with local artist Colleen Red eld. Pick up some Universe of Stories coupons to redeem for prizes at the library, while supplies last. Prizes and program sponsored by the Friends of the Stockbridge Library. Fridays, July 5–Aug. 16 • 11 a.m.–12 p.m Activities in the Park (Held off-site) 11:00 am-12:00 pm 07/12/2019 Veteran’s Park Stockbridge, MI 200 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/activities-in-the-park-held-off-site/ Bring the family to Veterans Park for stories and games with local artist Colleen Redfield. Pick up some Universe of Stories coupons to redeem for prizes at the library, while supplies last. Prizes and program sponsored by the Friends of Stockbridge Library. Waterloo Farm Museum Tours – ongoing Summer weekends 6/7 – 8/31 Fridays and Saturdays 1-5pm 1:00 pm-5:00 pm 07/12/2019 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/waterloo-farm-museum-tours-ongoing-summer-weekends-6-7-8-31-fridays-and-saturdays-1-5pm-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/ Waterloo Farm Museum Tours – ongoing Summer weekends 6/7 – 8/31 Fridays and Saturdays 1-5pm Open Air Market of Stockbridge is on the Town Square this Friday 4:00 pm-7:00 pm 07/12/2019 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-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/ Our market will have plenty of seasonal vegetables and fruits, including greens, peas, potatoes, cherries, radishes, squash, and more. We will also have cheese, eggs, honey, maple syrup, baked goods, bread, pies etc. Artisan goods will include: soaps, herbal pillows, candles, essential oil products, and wood signs. This local market has it all! Greg Zee will perform from 5:30 to 7 pm. Contact Suzi for more info: 517-851-7437. Market Music Series (Held off-site) 5:30 pm-7:00 pm 07/12/2019 https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/market-music-series-held-off-site-3-2-2/ The library and other community partners present live music at the Stockbridge Open Air Market on Fridays throughout the summer, weather permitting. Market hours are 4-7 p.m.; music is from 5:30-7.	13 Waterloo Farm Museum Tours – ongoing Summer weekends 6/7 – 8/31 Fridays and Saturdays 1-5pm 1:00 pm-5:00 pm 07/13/2019 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/waterloo-farm-museum-tours-ongoing-summer-weekends-6-7-8-31-fridays-and-saturdays-1-5pm-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/ Waterloo Farm Museum Tours – ongoing Summer weekends 6/7 – 8/31 Fridays and Saturdays 1-5pm
14	15	16 Hannah Glair 4-H Service Award Fundraiser 5:00 pm-8:00 pm 07/16/2019 Ingham County Fairgrounds 700 E Ash St, Mason, MI 48854, USA 700 E Ash St, Mason, MI 48854, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/hannah-glair-4-h-service-award-fundraiser/ Join us in raising funds for the Hannah Glair Memorial 4-H Award fund. All profits will go to this annual award given to members of Ingham County 4-H and exhibiting at the Ingham County Fair. Hannah shared her enthusiasm and knowledge about her 4-H projects with Ingham County Fair attendees. This willingness to share enthusiasm and knowledge with Fair attendees will be a portion of the recipient’s selection process. So please be sure to mark your calendar for this fun and important event. Hannah Glair 4-H photo Hannah Glair 4-H goat Hannah Glair 4-H goat Hannah Glair 4-H dog Minecraft Game Nights (AGES 8–15) 7:00 pm-8:30 pm 07/16/2019 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/minecraft-game-nights-ages-8-15-2/ Minecraft Game Nights (AGES 8–15) Drop in after hours to play Minecraft! Bring your own device with Minecraft installed, or use our computers (no account needed; seating on a rst-come basis). We’ll provide refreshments plus other activities like LEGOs and board games. Younger children welcome with adult supervision. Tuesdays, June 18 & July 16 • 7–8:30 p.m. Drop-in Minecraft Game Night (Ages 8-15) 7:00 pm-8:30 pm 07/16/2019 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/drop-in-minecraft-game-night-ages-8-15-3/ Drop in after hours to play Minecraft! Bring your own device with Minecraft installed, or use our computers (no account needed; seating on a first-come basis.) We’ll provide refreshments plus other activities like LEGO and Board Games. Younger children welcome with adult supervision.	17 Magician Ming the Magnificent 10:30 am-11:15 am 07/17/2019 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/magician-ming-the-magnificent/ Magician Ming the Magnificent Ming’s eye-popping space magic will enchant audiences of all ages. Wednesday, July 17 • 10:30–11:15 a.m	18 Arts & Crafts with Colleen (AGES 10–18) 11:00 am-12:00 pm 07/18/2019 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/arts-crafts-with-colleen-ages-10-18-3/ Arts & Crafts with Colleen (AGES 10–18) Local artist Colleen Red eld will delight your senses and challenge your artistic side. Walk away with a new project each week! Sponsored by the Friends of the Stockbridge Library. Thursdays, July 18 & 25; Aug. 1 • 11 a.m.–12 p.m Celebrate Recovery 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 07/18/2019 Crossroads Community Church Crossroads Community Church, South Clinton Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States Crossroads Community Church, South Clinton Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/celebrate-recovery-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/ Celebrate Recovery every Thursday night from 7-9 p.m. at Crossroads Community Church Stockbridge. For everyone with hurts, hang ups and addictions. Come as you are!	19 Activities in the Park (Held off-site) 11:00 am-12:00 pm 07/19/2019 Veteran’s Park Stockbridge, MI 200 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/activities-in-the-park-held-off-site-2/ Bring the family to Veterans Park for stories and games with local artist Colleen Redfield. Pick up some Universe of Stories coupons to redeem for prizes at the library, while supplies last. Prizes and program sponsored by the Friends of Stockbridge Library. Waterloo Farm Museum Tours – ongoing Summer weekends 6/7 – 8/31 Fridays and Saturdays 1-5pm 1:00 pm-5:00 pm 07/19/2019 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/waterloo-farm-museum-tours-ongoing-summer-weekends-6-7-8-31-fridays-and-saturdays-1-5pm-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/ Waterloo Farm Museum Tours – ongoing Summer weekends 6/7 – 8/31 Fridays and Saturdays 1-5pm Family Game Night 5:00 pm-6:45 pm 07/19/2019 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/family-game-night-3-2/ Family Game Night Take a break with family and friends to play Sushi Go Party, Codenames, Spot it Junior, Animal upon Animal, Apples to Apples and more. Snacks, too! Fridays, June 21, July 19 & Aug. 16 • 5–6:45 p.m. Family Game Night (All ages) 5:00 pm-6:45 pm 07/19/2019 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/family-game-night-all-ages/ Take a break with family and friends on selected Fridays to play Sushi Go Party, Codenames, Spot it Junior!, Animal Upon Animal, Apples to Apples and more. Snacks, too! Market Music Series (Held off-site) 5:30 pm-7:00 pm 07/19/2019 https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/market-music-series-held-off-site-3-2-2-2/ The library and other community partners present live music at the Stockbridge Open Air Market on Fridays throughout the summer, weather permitting. Market hours are 4-7 p.m.; music is from 5:30-7.	20 Legal Tips for a Caregiver’s Toolbox 10:30 am-1:30 pm 07/20/2019 Monroe Center for Healthy Aging 15275 S Dixie Hwy, Monroe, MI 48161, USA 15275 S Dixie Hwy, Monroe, MI 48161, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/legal-tips-for-a-caregivers-toolbox/ A free workshop, Legal Tips for a Caregiver’s Toolbox, will be presented at the Monroe Center for Healthy Aging, 15275 South Dixie Highway, Monroe, MI 48161 from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm on Saturday, July 20. Caregivers seeking information on the differences and responsibilities of power of attorney, finances, conservatorship, guardianship and other important issues are encourages to attend. A free lunch will be provided, but registration is required at 313.937.8291. (Call for additional information.) Sponsors include Neighborhood Legal Services Michigan, Area Agency on Aging 1B and the No Excuse for Elder Abuse Campaign. Waterloo Farm Museum Tours – ongoing Summer weekends 6/7 – 8/31 Fridays and Saturdays 1-5pm 1:00 pm-5:00 pm 07/20/2019 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/waterloo-farm-museum-tours-ongoing-summer-weekends-6-7-8-31-fridays-and-saturdays-1-5pm-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/ Waterloo Farm Museum Tours – ongoing Summer weekends 6/7 – 8/31 Fridays and Saturdays 1-5pm
21	22 Join SRSLY in Vet’S Park on Monday Evenings This Summer 6:00 pm-8:00 pm 07/22/2019 Veteran’s Park Stockbridge, MI 200 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/join-srsly-in-vets-park-on-monday-afternoons-this-summer-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/ Summer is here! Youth are invited to join SRSLY in Vet’s Park on Mondays this summer for games and other fun! Stop by anytime from 6-8 pm on Monday, July 8, July 22, and August 5. July 8 – Family Night Out! We’ll have a bunch of lawn games to play, plus free ice cream! July 22 – Tie-Dye Night! Feel free to bring a white clothing item of your own, or we’ll have some shirts to dye. August 5 – Water games and activities! Remember to bring a towel.	23 STEM Challenge (AGE 12 & UP) 4:00 pm-5:00 pm 07/23/2019 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/stem-challenge-age-12-up-2-2-2/ STEM Challenge (AGE 12 & UP) Join us for STEM challenges throughout the summer, including designing and building a Space Lander, Marble Roller Coaster, Catapult and Bridge. Tuesdays, June 11 & 25; July 9 & 23 • 4–5 p.m Members & Friends of the Stockbridge Area Genealogical/Historical Society 6:30 pm-9:00 pm 07/23/2019 Stockbridge Town Square 125 S Clinton St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 125 S Clinton St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/members-friends-of-the-stockbridge-area-genealogical-historical-society/ Our next general meeting is Tuesday, July 23, when we will welcome Dennis Skupinski from the Michigan Military Heritage Museum in Grass Lake, who will speak on the topic “Michigan in World War I: Stories of the Michigan Homefront.” Dennis will share the stories of 20 people who had an impact on Michigan and the war, from engineering and manufacturing to the peace movement and many other aspects. Come at 6:30 for coffee and refreshments, with the presentation starting at 7! As always, this will be in the lower level of the historic Stockbridge Township Hall.	24 Music with Gemini 10:30 am-11:15 am 07/24/2019 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/music-with-gemini-2/ Music with Gemini This interactive sing-and-move-along show features original songs, storytelling and lots of instruments. Wednesday, July 24 • 10:30–11:15 a.m.	25 Arts & Crafts with Colleen (AGES 10–18) 11:00 am-12:00 pm 07/25/2019 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/arts-crafts-with-colleen-ages-10-18-3-2/ Arts & Crafts with Colleen (AGES 10–18) Local artist Colleen Red eld will delight your senses and challenge your artistic side. Walk away with a new project each week! Sponsored by the Friends of the Stockbridge Library. Thursdays, July 18 & 25; Aug. 1 • 11 a.m.–12 p.m Celebrate Recovery 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 07/25/2019 Crossroads Community Church Crossroads Community Church, South Clinton Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States Crossroads Community Church, South Clinton Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/celebrate-recovery-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/ Celebrate Recovery every Thursday night from 7-9 p.m. at Crossroads Community Church Stockbridge. For everyone with hurts, hang ups and addictions. Come as you are!	26 Activities in the Park (Held off-site) 11:00 am-12:00 pm 07/26/2019 Veteran’s Park Stockbridge, MI 200 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/activities-in-the-park-held-off-site-2-2-2/ Bring the family to Veterans Park for stories and games with local artist Colleen Redfield. Pick up some Universe of Stories coupons to redeem for prizes at the library, while supplies last. Prizes and program sponsored by the Friends of Stockbridge Library. Activities in the Park Bring the family to Veterans Park for stories and games with local artist Colleen Red eld. Pick up some Universe of Stories coupons to redeem for prizes at the library, while supplies last. Prizes and program sponsored by the Friends of the Stockbridge Library. Fridays, July 5–Aug. 16 • 11 a.m.–12 p.m 11:00 am-12:00 pm 07/26/2019 Veteran’s Park Stockbridge, MI 200 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/activities-in-the-park-bring-the-family-to-veterans-park-for-stories-and-games-with-local-artist-colleen-red-eld-pick-up-some-universe-of-stories-coupons-to-redeem-for-prizes-at-the-library-while-s-3/ Activities in the Park Bring the family to Veterans Park for stories and games with local artist Colleen Red eld. Pick up some Universe of Stories coupons to redeem for prizes at the library, while supplies last. Prizes and program sponsored by the Friends of the Stockbridge Library. Fridays, July 5–Aug. 16 • 11 a.m.–12 p.m Activities in the Park (Held off-site) 11:00 am-12:00 pm 07/26/2019 Veteran’s Park Stockbridge, MI 200 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/activities-in-the-park-held-off-site-2-2/ Bring the family to Veterans Park for stories and games with local artist Colleen Redfield. Pick up some Universe of Stories coupons to redeem for prizes at the library, while supplies last. Prizes and program sponsored by the Friends of Stockbridge Library. Waterloo Farm Museum Tours – ongoing Summer weekends 6/7 – 8/31 Fridays and Saturdays 1-5pm 1:00 pm-5:00 pm 07/26/2019 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/waterloo-farm-museum-tours-ongoing-summer-weekends-6-7-8-31-fridays-and-saturdays-1-5pm-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/ Waterloo Farm Museum Tours – ongoing Summer weekends 6/7 – 8/31 Fridays and Saturdays 1-5pm Market Music Series (Held off-site) 5:30 pm-7:00 pm 07/26/2019 https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/market-music-series-held-off-site-3-2-2-2-2/ The library and other community partners present live music at the Stockbridge Open Air Market on Fridays throughout the summer, weather permitting. Market hours are 4-7 p.m.; music is from 5:30-7.	27 Waterloo Farm Museum Tours – ongoing Summer weekends 6/7 – 8/31 Fridays and Saturdays 1-5pm 1:00 pm-5:00 pm 07/27/2019 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/waterloo-farm-museum-tours-ongoing-summer-weekends-6-7-8-31-fridays-and-saturdays-1-5pm-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/ Waterloo Farm Museum Tours – ongoing Summer weekends 6/7 – 8/31 Fridays and Saturdays 1-5pm
28	29	30	31 Kalamazoo Nature Center 10:30 am-11:15 am 07/31/2019 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/kalamazoo-nature-center/ Kalamazoo Nature Center The Universe at Your Front Door features some extraordinary creatures who call Earth their home. Wednesday, July 31 • 10:30–11:15 a.m.