Stockbridge Capital Area District Library
Meet and Greet for New Librarian August 20
Story and photos by Jo Mayer July 3, 2019 marked a get-to-know-you gathering for the Friends of the Stockbridge Library. New Stockbridge Branch Head Librarian, Sherri McConnell tested Stockbridge’s iconic Rob’s Pizza and enjoyed some fresh picked salad greens from Friends’ President Eileen Conti’s garden. Member Kathy Porzsolt decorated the table with tablecloths and fresh […]
Paul Crandall receives new Mike Jones award for contributions to local arts
by Diane Rockall During this year’s Art Show at A Day in the Village, the Stockbridge Area Arts Council announced a new award and Paul Crandall, the recently retired Stockbridge Head librarian, was the named its first recipient. The Mike Jones Award for Contributions to the Artswas created in memory of artist sculptor Michael Jones of […]
New head librarian joins Stockbridge CADL
by CADL Online Content Coordinator Cassidy Gould Capital Area District Libraries is pleased to announce Sherri McConnell as the new Head Librarian at the Stockbridge Branch. McConnell has worked for CADL since 2007 when she started as a library assistant at the Okemos Branch. During this time she worked on and completed her master’s […]
Calling all second grade parents
Would you like to help your child pass the third grade reading test next year? The CADL Stockbridge Library Branch is here to help with a new program, “20 a Day Paves the Way!” Studies have shown that having your child read at home for just 20 minutes a day will help improve their reading […]
History of Hispanic outlaws in America
On March 13th, Carlos Villegas-Castaneda presented an informative lecture on the history of 19th century Hispanic outlaws at the Stockbridge Library. This little known part of American history had a big impact on the shaping of our nation, and even served as inspiration for the folk character Zorro. Villegas-Castaneda is an instructor of Spanish language, […]
Paul Crandall to retire as head librarian Stockbridge CADL
A Q & A with Paul Crandall with brief asides by Diane Rockall When asked to discuss his newly announced retirement the as-always busy Paul Crandall suggested an online communication. Following is his response to this reporter’s rather ordinary questions. Paul will be leaving his position a head librarian, Stockbridge Capital Area District Library on […]
Stockbridge Library rocks to holiday open house
by Paul Crandall and Patrice Johnson Sunday, Dec. 9, when the Generations band transitioned into “12th Street Rag,” a delighted, white-haired attendee turned to her friend to whisper, “This is the music we grew up on!” An estimated 160 people were treated to complimentary music and refreshments at the Stockbridge Library – CADL’s annual Holiday Open […]
‘Art with Jazz’ event coming to Stockbridge Township Hall
On Saturday, November 10, 2018, from 7 – 10 p.m., painter and mixed-media artist Colleen Redfield and sculptor Mike Jones invite the public to an art exhibit in the historic Stockbridge Township Hall, 123 South Clinton, Stockbridge, MI. Music will be provided by Generations jazz band with special guest Pat Cronley on keyboard. Light refreshments […]
SongLab debuts to an appreciative audience at CADL-Stockbridge
by Paul Crandall, Head Librarian at CADL Stockbridge Live, original music took center stage in four weekend performances recently at the Stockbridge Library – part of a new initiative called SongLab, featuring local musicians Letha Allen, Jack Falk, Harold Henry and Larry Guenther. The performances were part of an effort by CADL-Stockbridge to help local […]
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. […]