Stockbridge
10th Annual Festival of Lights is this Saturday in Downtown Stockbridge
Please join these activities on November 27: 3 – 6 pm in Township Hall: Santa & Mrs. Claus Crafts & letters to Santa workshop Hot cocoa & donuts for sale by Boy Scouts Gingerbread House Contest Treasure Hunt Ornament Sales 10 – 4 pm at High School: One Stop Holiday Shop Craft Show held by […]
Rural Perspectives: The woolly bear caterpillar and the weather
by Diane Constable Will 2022 have a short and mild winter? Who among us has seen the woolly bear caterpillar and not wondered if it really does predict the harshness of the upcoming season? In early spring, the overwintering woolly bear caterpillar will come out of hibernation and form a cocoon. In two weeks, it […]
Outreach needs your help to spread joy at the holidays
Holiday planning at Outreach begins before Halloween, as we gear up for our busiest time of year. 2021 promises to be busier than ever, with many new families in need of assistance during this pandemic crisis. Here are some dates and information for those who wish to apply for assistance and for those with the […]
At 99, Dorene White is the life of the party—again!
by Mary Jo David Family and friends gathered in downtown Stockbridge on Nov. 14 to celebrate Dorene White’s 99th birthday. The momentous occasion for this Stockbridge jewel was celebrated at the Back Street Meeting & Hall Space. The party hall was filled with well-wishers, and Dorene was in her glory surrounded by balloons, flowers, friends, […]
5 Healthy Towns: One Big Connection
One Big Connection (OBC) is the official platform of the One Big Thing Initiative, a collaborative effort to enhance connections, optimism, resiliency and engagement in the 5 Healthy Towns region. We know that mental health is of the utmost importance. You can expect our OBC action teams to provide information, opportunities, and resources that suit […]
Our community appreciates our teachers and school personnel
THANK YOU Stockbridge teachers and staff members for all that you do for the students and families in our community! You are appreciated.
Garden Club deck the hall–historic Stockbridge Township Hall
by Judy Williams It’s looking more like Christmas around Stockbridge thanks to 23 Stockbridge Area Garden Club members. The mighty members divided into four groups to conquer the holiday task. The hardier members took on the work of trimming the 9-foot spruce donated by Molly and Rick Howlett of the Howlett Tree Farm, […]
Reading Between the Lines
Fun titles for children and pets to enjoy this holiday season by Shuyler Clark With the frigid winter settling in and kids out of school for the holidays, parents may want a distraction for their children during slow days. Reading to pets is a perfect activity to pass the time and has many benefits, including […]
Staff Spotlight: Parapro Delores Shippe—Grandma Dee—has a special gift
by Amy Haggerty Working with children who have special needs has become one of Delores Shippe’s callings in life. She currently works at Stockbridge Junior/Senior High School, supporting classroom teachers and assisting students with learning difficulties so they can function in the classroom with one-on-one help. “I love high school and, yes, after all these […]
Outreach needs your help to spread joy at the holidays
Holiday planning at Outreach begins before Halloween, as we gear up for our busiest time of year. 2021 promises to be busier than ever, with many new families in need of assistance during this pandemic crisis. Here are some dates and information for those who wish to apply for assistance and for those with the […]