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April 30, 2019 Alex Weddon, author of the Close Calls on the Farm trilogy 1 features, News, Stockbridge Area Garden Club,

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

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March 11, 2019 Diane Rockall 5 features, News, Stockbridge Community Schools, Stockbridge High School,

Last month we began publishing a series of student written "This I Believe" columns. For...

March 9, 2019 Diane Rockall Off Announcement, features, News, Stockbridge Community News,

In May, Stockbridge Community News would like to recognize as many of our local nurses...

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...

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

February 21, 2019 Diane Rockall 20 features, News,

by Cindy Lance “Behind every successful man, is a strong woman,” the saying goes. In...

February 15, 2019 Diane Rockall 2 features, Gregory, News, Stockbridge Community Schools, Stockbridge School Board,

by Cindy Lance Carrie Graham works tirelessly in support of education and her community....

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By Diane Rockall Wanda Outwater Wanda Outwater advises young women and men to follow their...

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March

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			1 Breaking Silence 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 03/01/2017 Millville United Methodist Church, 1932 Michigan 52, Stockbridge, MI, United States Millville United Methodist Church, 1932 Michigan 52, Stockbridge, MI, United States Millville United Methodist Church, 1932 Michigan 52, Stockbridge, MI, United States https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/breaking-silence-3/2017-03-01/ A support group for survivors of sexual abuse and their non offending family members. Mission to stop the cycle of shame and silence, offer support in a safe non judgmental environment and to provide resources for a whole recovery. 1st Wednesday of every month.	2 SRSLY Stockbridge Coalition Meetings 6:00 pm-7:00 pm 03/02/2017 Stockbridge, MI 49285, United States Stockbridge, MI 49285, United States Stockbridge, MI 49285, United States https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/srsly-stockbridge-coalition-meetings-3-2-2/2017-03-02/ Coalition meetings are open to anyone, youth (ages 10+) or adults interested to participate, contribute and learn about how we are preventing youth substance abuse in Stockbridge. Dinner will be provided. Thursdays, 6-7 pm. Room 108. Old Middle School.	3	4 Soup Cook Off 12:00 pm-2:00 pm 03/04/2017 http://www.millville.church Fifth Annual Soup Cook Off, Saturday, March 4, 12-2 P.M. Donation of $5 for a bowl of soup or 5 samples! Millville UMC, 1932 N. M-52 Stockbridge. Info at 517-851-7853 or millville.church. Euchre Nights 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 03/04/2017 Dansville Community Center 1317 Mason St, Dansville, MI, United States 1317 Mason St, Dansville, MI, United States https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/euchre-nights-3-2/2017-03-04/ Do you like to play Euchre? The Dansville Community Center at 1317 Mason Street in Dansville will be having Euchre Night on Saturday, March 4 & 18, starting at 7 P.M. A donation of $5 per person is asked to help pay for expenses for the night. Prizes for high score, low score, and most lone hands will be awarded. Beginners are welcome. For more information contact 517-851-7853. Euchre Nights 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 03/04/2017 Dansville Community Center 1317 Mason St, Dansville, MI, United States 1317 Mason St, Dansville, MI, United States https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/euchre-nights-3/2017-03-04/ Do you like to play Euchre? The Dansville Community Center at 1317 Mason Street in Dansville will be having Euchre Night on Saturday, March 4 & 18, starting at 7 P.M. A donation of $5 per person is asked to help pay for expenses for the night. Prizes for high score, low score, and most lone hands will be awarded. Beginners are welcome. For more information contact 517-851-7853.
5	6	7	8	9 Late Start for Schools All day 03/09/2017 https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/late-start-for-schools-2-2/2017-03-09/ Late start day for Stockbridge School District. Red Cross Blood Drive 1:00 pm-6:45 pm 03/09/2017 Cannot determine address at this location. Cannot determine address at this location. Cannot determine address at this location. https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/red-cross-blood-drive/2017-03-09/ March is Red Cross Month. Be part of an elite group of volunteers. Give Blood! Blood Drive at Stockbridge Presbyterian Church, 101 S. Center Street, Thursday, March 9, 2017, from 1:00 P.M. to 6:45 P.M. To schedule an appointment, log onto redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code StockbridgePresby, or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) Walk-ins are welcome if space permits.	10	11
12 2nd Sunday Concert Film at the Library 2:00 pm-4:00 pm 03/12/2017 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/2nd-sunday-concert-film-at-the-library/2017-03-12/ Relax with activities and enjoy Martin Scorsese’s beloved concert film of The Band’s farewell concert. Refreshments provided. Sunday, March 12, 2-4 p.m. at the Stockbridge Library. 2nd Sunday Concert Film Series 2:00 pm-4:00 pm 03/12/2017 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/2nd-sunday-concert-film-series-3/2017-03-12/ Relax with a puzzle or coloring sheet in the company of Chuck Berry, Mick & Keith, Robbie Robertson and other luminaries of classic rock ‘n roll. Refreshments provided. Martin Scorsese’s film of The Band’s farewell concert is one of the most beloved concert films of all time.	13	14 Pi Day Bracelets at the Library 11:00 am-7:00 pm 03/14/2017 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/pi-day-bracelets-at-the-library/2017-03-14/ Drop in to make your own color-coded Pi bracelet with colors matching numerals of Pi. Especially for tweens and teens, but all are welcome. (8 & up) Tuesday, March 14, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. Celebrate National Pi Day at the Library 11:00 am-7:00 pm 03/14/2017 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/celebrate-national-pi-day-at-the-library/2017-03-14/ Come to the Stockbridge Library on Pi Day (3-14) and enter to win a free pie from Grand Traverse Pie Company! Tuesday, March 14, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. Special Pi Storytime at the Library 12:15 pm-1:00 pm 03/14/2017 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/special-pi-storytime-at-the-library/2017-03-14/ Enjoy stories and crafts with a math focus in celebration of Pi Day. Especially for 3-6 year olds, but younger patrons are welcome with close adult supervision. Stockbridge Library, Tuesday, March 14, 12:15-1 p.m.	15	16 Business After Hours All day 03/16/2017 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/business-after-hours/2017-03-16/ Time and place to be determined. Use FREE Digital Tools to promote and enhance your business or Organization! Business Librarian Jessica Goodrich will be the featured speaker at the March 16th “Business After Hours focusing on using the free tools available through the Stockbridge Library and elsewhere to help promote and improve your business. LEGO Junior Makers (Ages 4-7) 4:00 pm-5:00 pm 03/16/2017 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/lego-junior-makers-ages-4-7-5/2017-03-16/ Kids help pick out a story to hear for inspiration, and then get creative with our LEGO collection! Imaginative play helps develop skills used for reading and for life. Thursdays, March 2 & 16; April 6 & 20; May 4 & 18 from 4-5 p.m. at the Stockbridge Library. Stockbridge Area Wellness Coalition Meeting 6:00 pm-7:30 pm 03/16/2017 Stockbridge Community Schools, 305 W Elizabeth St, Stockbridge, MI, United States Stockbridge Community Schools, 305 W Elizabeth St, Stockbridge, MI, United States Stockbridge Community Schools, 305 W Elizabeth St, Stockbridge, MI, United States https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/stockbridge-area-wellness-coalition-meeting-2/2017-03-16/ 305 W. Elizabeth St, Room 108,	17 Mom & Son Fun Night Grades K-6 7:00 pm-8:30 pm 03/17/2017 Heritage Elementary School 222 Western Ave, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 222 Western Ave, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/mom-son-fun-night-grades-k-6/2017-03-17/ Register by March 14. Space is limited. There are no drop-ins or telephone registrations for this event. Ming the Magician brings his mystical magic to the stage and then teaches participants a trick of the trade. Wear comfortable apparel and athletic shoes for the mom vs. son dodge ball event (will keep play time short) Finish the evening with make-your-own ice cream sundaes. All boys will leave with something special.	18 SRSLY 3-on-3 Tournament All day 03/18/2017 https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/srsly-3-on-3-tournament/2017-03-18/ No additional detail for this event. Super Saturday at the Dansville Community Center 9:00 am-6:00 pm 03/18/2017 Dansville Community Center 1317 Mason St, Dansville, MI, United States 1317 Mason St, Dansville, MI, United States https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/super-saturday-at-the-dansville-community-center/2017-03-18/ Super Saturday is coming to the Dansville Community Center on Saturday, March 18. Events on this day: 9-11 a.m. Lego Play Day for all the kids. Free Relief Carving Class is scheduled from 1-3 p.m., followed by a Free Tai Chi Class starting at 4 p.m. and Kraz Maga starts at 5 p.m. (Kraz Maga for 15 years & up) For those that like to play Euchre, it is Euchre Night. $5 donation to cover expenses for the night. Dansville Community Center is located at 1317 Mason Street in Dansville. For more info. and to register for the Carving, Tai Chi & Maga classes call 517-851-7853. OPEN AIR MARKET OF STOCKBRIDGE 11:00 am-3:00 pm 03/18/2017 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-2-2-2/2017-03-18/ The Market Is Going Indoors for the Winter! Vendors will include Beemer Honey, Baskets by Kathleen, Breadzilla baked goods, Chocolates by Joey, Denise’s homemade soaps and candles, and Son in Law products. More vendors welcome!! Presbyterian Women’s famous Soup, Salad and Sandwich luncheon will be served during the market. For more info, call Suzi 517-851-7437.
19	20	21 KINDERGARTEN & YOUNG 5’S ROUNDUP 9:30 am-3:30 pm 03/21/2017 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/kindergarten-young-5s-roundup/2017-03-21/ Stockbridge Community Schools Kindergarten & Young 5’s Round-Up Information When: Tuesday, March 21, 2017 (Last name A-L 9:30, Last name M-Z 1:30) 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 Guidelines: Kindergarten: If your child will be five on or before September 1, 2017, they will be eligible for Kindergarten for the 2017/2018 school year. Young 5’s: If your child will be five between the September 1, 2017, and December 1, 2017, dates and you would like him or her to attend Kindergarten, please send an email to Mr. Edwards, Principal of Smith Elementary at edwardsb@panthernet.net explaining 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, 2017. 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), and Custody Paperwork (if applicable)	22 Special Monkeyshines Storytime at Library 12:15 pm-1:00 pm 03/22/2017 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/special-monkeyshines-storytime-at-library/2017-03-22/ Enjoy monkey stories and crafts, complete with a visit from a special simian guest. Especially for 3-6 year olds, but younger patrons are welcome with close adult supervision. Stockbridge Library, Wednesday, March 22, 12:15 – 1 p.m.	23	24 4th Friday – Fishes & Loaves – Free Community Dinner 5:30 pm-7:00 pm 03/24/2017 First Presbyterian Church of Stockbridge 101 S Center St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 101 S Center St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/4th-friday-fishes-loaves-free-community-dinner-4/2017-03-24/ Each dinner is made from scratch and includes along with the main dish a salad, vegetable, dessert and beverages.	25 Festival of Tables 6:00 pm-10:00 pm 03/25/2017 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/festival-of-tables-2-2/2017-03-25/ No additional detail for this event. Festival of Tables 6:00 pm-11:00 pm 03/25/2017 Heritage Elementary School 222 Western Ave, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 222 Western Ave, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/festival-of-tables/2017-03-25/ The Annual Stockbridge Area Education Foundation Festival of Tables Fundraiser will be held on Saturday, March 25 starting @ 6 pm at Heritage Elementary School.
26	27	28	29 Preschool Storytime with Crafts at the Library 12:15 pm-1:00 pm 03/29/2017 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/preschool-storytime-with-crafts-at-the-library/2017-03-29/ This series was designed especially for 3-6 year olds, but younger patrons are welcome with close adult supervision. Stockbridge Library, Wednesdays, March 29 – April 26, 12:15 – 1 p.m.	30	31

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Breaking Silence

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Red Cross Blood Drive

2nd Sunday Concert Film at the Library

2nd Sunday Concert Film Series

Pi Day Bracelets at the Library

Celebrate National Pi Day at the Library

Special Pi Storytime at the Library

Business After Hours

LEGO Junior Makers (Ages 4-7)

Stockbridge Area Wellness Coalition Meeting

Mom & Son Fun Night Grades K-6

SRSLY 3-on-3 Tournament

Super Saturday at the Dansville Community Center

OPEN AIR MARKET OF STOCKBRIDGE

KINDERGARTEN & YOUNG 5’S ROUNDUP

Special Monkeyshines Storytime at Library

4th Friday – Fishes & Loaves – Free Community Dinner

Festival of Tables

Festival of Tables

Preschool Storytime with Crafts at the Library