Holidays
Wreaths Across America: Volunteers honor the legacy of local deceased veterans
by Mary Jo David It was sunny but cold on Saturday, Dec. 14, as volunteers, bundled for the weather, gathered to distribute wreaths on veterans’ graves at Oaklawn Cemetery in Stockbridge. Oaklawn was one of 4,600 participating locations in Wreaths Across America Day, a national event for remembering the legacy of America’s deceased veterans. In […]
Who Doesn’t Love a Farm—especially at the holidays?
by Joan Tucker Christmas on the Farm is always a favorite time to explore the Waterloo Farm Museum. The first weekend of December, I made my annual trip to see the historical buildings decked out in holiday greens and Christmas spirit. Thanks go out to Emily Lindstrom, who spent Saturday volunteering as a docent in […]
Chelsea Hospital providing free Christmas meal for those in need
Members of our community who are alone on Christmas or unable to afford a Christmas meal are invited for a free meal. We are pleased to once again offer this meal in person in the Chelsea Hospital dining room. Wednesday, December 25 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Chelsea Hospital Dining Room. Registration is required. […]
‘Christmas at Gee Farms’ for gifts, sweets, and holiday spirit
by Joan Tucker Gee Farms held their fourth annual artisan vendor event, “Christmas at Gee Farms,” on Saturday, Nov. 23. The Christmas spirit was in full swing and felt by the many people who had attended. Holiday greens and Christmas trees and lights, along with the Grinch and Santa, made for a very festive atmosphere. […]
To all our veterans: Stockbridge Community News thanks you for your service.
Are you a veteran in need of assistance? Here are some ideas about where to start looking. NOTE: This is by no means a complete list of available services but a good starting point. The Veterans Crisis Line: Offers 24/7 confidential crisis support for veterans and their loved ones. If a veteran or veteran’s loved […]
‘Costume pickleball’ was a thing for one evening
When a community message board puts out a notice to show up for a Halloween Costume Pickleball Game, those who love the game can’t ignore the challenge. Observers who happened by the tennis/pickleball courts at Veterans Park in Stockbridge on Oct. 22, were in for some entertainment! Photos by Gary Hicks
BREAKING NEWS: Help SCN fundraise by voting for our light pole!
by the SCN Team Help reporter Skeleton reach the top spot with his latest article. The winning poles around downtown Stockbridge earn money for their selected charity. You can support our local newspaper by voting online here or at one of the participating local businesses for pole #36! Be sure to include Pole #36 in […]
Outreach in Action
Outreach Holiday Program: The need keeps growing, for enrolled families and for donors by Jo Mayer and Paul Crandall The holidays are fast approaching and with them come thoughts—and a bit of panic—of the holiday programs at Outreach. Demand for the programs, which involve special distributions of food and gifts donated by the community, is […]