Community Events
The Friends of the Library volunteers decorate light pole for Halloween
Volunteers for the Friends of the Library get to work on a light pole display that celebrates the 20th anniversary of both the Capital Area District Libraries and the Harry Potter book series by J.K. Rowling. The pole is one of dozens that have been decorated in a civic celebration of the Halloween season.
Heritage Fall Family Fun Night hosts 150 or more kids
by Michelle Hilla and Jill Ogden Care to wear a living snake necklace? Like to pet a pigeon? Learn about local public trails? How about learning to care for your teeth, body and self? Sept. 27, Fall Family Fun Night at Heritage School featured it all, from a petting zoo to face painting to informational displays. […]
Stockbridge Township and Village offer Clean Up Day for benefit of residents and school sports
by Zabrina Yannella Stockbridge Township and the Village of Stockbridge teamed up to offer local residents Clean Up Day at the Jr/Sr High School on September 22. “It was a great success,” Stockbridge Township Clerk Becky Muraf said. “The joint effort between the township and village disposed of an impressive amount of waste: 375 gallons […]
The Friends of the Stockbridge Library bring local art display program to community
Starting in January 2017, local artists have adorned the shelves in a continuing, monthly exhibit of art at the back of the Stockbridge Branch at the Capital Area District Library. A local carpenter, with funds and guidance from members of the Friends of the Stockbridge Library, built the shelves upon which the art is displayed. […]
Harvest Moon Festival launches with pre-glow celebration
Friday night, Sept. 14, the Harvest Moon Festival started with a Pre-Glow Celebration at Veterans’ Park in Stockbridge. The Village of Stockbridge festival, sponsored by the Stockbridge Downtown Development Authority, began with a beer tent at Veterans’ Memorial Park and featured the band, Hot Southern Mess. Main Festivities will take place Saturday, Sept. 15, 10 a.m. […]
SAWC gains approval for 12 proposals and $75K funding
by Ashley Tomasi The Stockbridge Area Wellness Coalition announced Sept. 13 that the 5 Healthy Towns Foundation (5HF) Board of Directors has approved its Year 7 Comprehensive Wellness Plan. The plan, approved Aug. 27, contains proposals for projects and programs aimed at improving the health and wellness of residents of the Stockbridge School District. All […]
Annual Antique Tractor-Truck show full of fun for families
by Ron Kaiser It was a great time for all lovers of tractors, trucks and farm equipment to gather, talk and reminisce. The 12th annual Antique Tractor-Truck and Farm Equipment Show at the Waterloo Farm Museum on Aug. 11-12 featured activities for all ages. In fact, the name of the event could have been changed […]
MASON AVIATION DAY
Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 55 will host MASON AVIATION DAY on Saturday, August 18th. There will be an “All-U-Can-Eat” Pancake Breakfast (served with eggs, sausage, juice & coffee) from 7:30am to 11:00am. Lunch will be served from noon until 2:00pm with Pork BBQ, Brats, and Hot Dogs on the menu. Airplane rides will be available […]
Stockbridge athletes: Time to have physicals and sign up for Fall sports
by Meghan Kunzelman Any athlete interested in participating in a sport for Stockbridge Jr/Sr High School, 7th grade through Varsity, must have a physical completed after April 15, 2018, and prior to their first practice to be eligible to participate. Fall Sports High School Football first practice will be August 6. If interested in playing, […]