Stockbridge
The Stockbridge Festival of Lights kept tradition alive in socially distanced and virtual ways
by Stephanie Dunn The disappointments that 2020 brought are too many to count, but one bright spot remained—the Festival of Lights sponsored by the Stockbridge Area Chamber of Commerce (SACC). This Festival was, literally, a bright, joyful, and glowing tradition that could safely be observed, either socially distanced or virtually, as a way to begin […]
Crazy Quilters: Many hands working together for the good of the community
by Mary Jo David If you believe the old saying that idle hands are the devil’s workshop, you won’t need to worry about the members of the Crazy Quilters. Since the group formed in 2004 with seven charter members at the local Stockbridge United Methodist Church, they have been busy measuring, cutting, ironing, piecing, sewing, […]
No Senior without Christmas
From Stockbridge Police Department, Michigan Facebook Page Citizens of Stockbridge, COVID-19 has taken much from us so far this year but don’t let it take your spirit of giving this holiday season. Remember those less fortunate than you and NEVER forget our elderly in our community who want and need our help and attention. Thanks […]
Dennis and Linda Petsch of Stockbridge win December’s Garden of the Month
by Joan Tucker Dear Readers, Congratulations to Dennis and Linda Petsch of Stockbridge, our December garden winner of the month. This couple spends many enjoyable hours outdoors working and creating gardens. Their rock garden features a little pond with a fountain and an old water pump filling a barrow. Antique farm implements accent the garden […]
A New Year and New Fitness Goals—No Excuses!
Introducing: Bridge to Wellness Monthly Column by Gary Hicks Welcome to our new fitness column, sponsored by the Stockbridge Area Wellness Coalition. It’s great to see so many people making fitness a priority in their lives. Each month, this column plans to focus on two things: 1) useful information on topics related to exercise and […]
Ask an Expert: Can a new car be considered a total loss?
by John and Theresa Kightlinger Let’s take, for example, a brand-new 2020 Subaru Outback. Should it be totaled or repaired after an accident? Let’s take a look at an actual situation that I came across recently. Factors in the decision The 2020 Subaru Outback in question was involved in a head-on collision angled off of […]
FROM CADL STOCKBRIDGE
by Head Librarian Sherri McConnell Winter is truly here, and it’s time to stay warm and cozy inside. CADL staff have created lots of programs you can enjoy from home during these cold winter months, even without a library card. You’ll find a film club, genealogy presentations, a writer’s group, Animal Crossing club, trivia nights […]
Winter Wellness Photo Challenge
(Chelsea, MI) – Are you a Winter warrior? Do you enjoy skating, skiing, walking or biking all winter long? Does your running club or ice hockey team embrace the winter weather and carry on? If so, 5 Healthy Towns Foundation wants to showcase your creative talents and highlight what our community members do in the […]
Vaping 101 Program: What’s Important to Know
A FREE one-hour educational training program for adults and adolescents to learn the facts about vaping, including information on: What vaping is Devices Risks and effects Youth prevention The training will be offered on Zoom on the following dates: Wednesday, December 9th, 7:00 to 8:00pm Monday, January 25th, 12:00 to 1:00pm To register, please […]
“Guiding Good Choices” Virtual Parent Workshops
SRSLY is partnering with St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea and the Community Mental Health Partnership of Southeast Michigan to lead free “Guiding Good Choices” parent workshops in Stockbridge, Chelsea, Dexter, and Manchester. Due to social distancing, our parent workshops will now be held virtually! These workshops help parents with communication, bonding, and setting rules and boundaries. […]