Community Calendar
Blind Date with a Book
Take a chance on finding love at first page! Check out a book
from our Blind Date display—you can’t see the title but you
may just find your perfect partner. Some lucky readers will
also unwrap a great prize, maybe even a Kindle Fire.
Thursday, Feb. 1–Saturday, Feb. 17 • Open hours
Fiber Fun
Drop in during our monthly knitting and crocheting circle.
Bring a project or some yarn from your stash and find
a new pattern to try. All experience levels welcome!
Thursdays, Jan. 4 & Feb. 1 • 5–7 p.m.
Travel Michigan, maybe even the United States, and you’d be hard-pressed to find a lovelier garden cafe than we have right here in downtown Stockbridge.
This Thursday from 6 to 8 pm, Cravingz will be featuring live jazz music.
What better way to enjoy the evening than to sip on a chilled glass of beer or pinot grigio while jiving to upbeat tunes? And, don’t forget to order a tasty sandwich.
Chelsea’s Winter Farmers Market
Saturdays 9 am – 1 pm | November 4th – March 31st
We are very pleased to announced the return of Chelsea’s Winter Farmers Market at our indoor location at the Washington Street Education Center. Many of your favorite summer vendors will be there plus a few new additions. Throughout the winter we will continue to have fresh fruits and vegetables, baked goods, honey, jams and jellies, meat, eggs, wreathes, and lots of artisan products.
Indoors at the Washington St Education Center (WSEC) building 100 cafeteria
500 Washington St
Chelsea, MI 48118
Information for Vendors
Visit the Vendor Resources page for application and information about becoming a vendor in the Winter Farmers Market.
2018 Winter Farmers Market schedule:
- January 6, 13, 22, 27
- February 3, 10, 17, 24
- March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
April 28: Outdoor Farmers Market opens back up!
Gregory Community Church Clothes Closet
Happens every 1st Saturday, 10-noon; 3rd Tuesday, 6-8pm of the month
Free clothing: Men’s, Women’s, and Children’s
Daddy Daughter Date Night
Just like “Cheers” we at Back Street Bar and Family Restaurant get to know your name and provide exceptional service and delicious food. We don’t claim to be like the chain restaurants. Our casual dining environment with a separate dining room for families and a bar for the adults has something for everyone. Join us for live music on select Friday & Saturday nights or stop by any time and sample one of our unique craft beers, beers on tap, glasses of wine or mixed drinks and don’t forget the appetizers!
GIFT CERTIFICATES ARE NOW AVAILABLE and make Great Gifts!
Join us for Friday Night Fish Fry, we’re looking forward to seeing you soon!
Super Bowl Party
Just like “Cheers” we at Back Street Bar and Family Restaurant get to know your name and provide exceptional service and delicious food. We don’t claim to be like the chain restaurants. Our casual dining environment with a separate dining room for families and a bar for the adults has something for everyone. Join us for live music on select Friday & Saturday nights or stop by any time and sample one of our unique craft beers, beers on tap, glasses of wine or mixed drinks and don’t forget the appetizers!
GIFT CERTIFICATES ARE NOW AVAILABLE and make Great Gifts!
Join us for Friday Night Fish Fry, we’re looking forward to seeing you soon!
*Personalized Technology Help
Make an hour-long appointment to get personalized help with these topics: Computer Basics,
Internet Basics, Microsoft Word Basics, Intermediate Word, Email Basics and Google Basics.
Tuesdays, Feb. 6 & 20 • By appointment (available 11 a.m.–3 p.m.)
The Coyote–Our Urban Adapter
Laurel Zoet from Nature on the Go presents a look at the biology of coyotes,
as well as some misconceptions about them.
Wednesday, Feb. 7 • 4–5 p.m.
Travel Michigan, maybe even the United States, and you’d be hard-pressed to find a lovelier garden cafe than we have right here in downtown Stockbridge.
This Thursday from 6 to 8 pm, Cravingz will be featuring live jazz music.
What better way to enjoy the evening than to sip on a chilled glass of beer or pinot grigio while jiving to upbeat tunes? And, don’t forget to order a tasty sandwich.
Chelsea’s Winter Farmers Market
Saturdays 9 am – 1 pm | November 4th – March 31st
We are very pleased to announced the return of Chelsea’s Winter Farmers Market at our indoor location at the Washington Street Education Center. Many of your favorite summer vendors will be there plus a few new additions. Throughout the winter we will continue to have fresh fruits and vegetables, baked goods, honey, jams and jellies, meat, eggs, wreathes, and lots of artisan products.
Indoors at the Washington St Education Center (WSEC) building 100 cafeteria
500 Washington St
Chelsea, MI 48118
Information for Vendors
Visit the Vendor Resources page for application and information about becoming a vendor in the Winter Farmers Market.
2018 Winter Farmers Market schedule:
- January 6, 13, 22, 27
- February 3, 10, 17, 24
- March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
April 28: Outdoor Farmers Market opens back up!
Open Air Market indoors at Presbyterian Church
Vendors and Soups will be the scene at the Presbyterian Church Community Building this Saturday, Feb. 10 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Patrons are invited to visit our vendor booths of the Open Air Market brought indoors.
Enjoy a delicious lunch of a variety of soups, sandwiches and a dish of salad plus dessert.
All your familiar vendors will be there with honey, eggs, soap, hot sauces and more, artwork, woodwork, embroidery, baskets, bread and pies.
Winter dates are Jan. 13, Feb. 10, March 10 and April 14. See you there!
Valentines Date Night / Steak Night
Just like “Cheers” we at Back Street Bar and Family Restaurant get to know your name and provide exceptional service and delicious food. We don’t claim to be like the chain restaurants. Our casual dining environment with a separate dining room for families and a bar for the adults has something for everyone. Join us for live music on select Friday & Saturday nights or stop by any time and sample one of our unique craft beers, beers on tap, glasses of wine or mixed drinks and don’t forget the appetizers!
GIFT CERTIFICATES ARE NOW AVAILABLE and make Great Gifts!
Join us for Friday Night Fish Fry, we’re looking forward to seeing you soon!
Chicken and Bisquit Dinner
A Chicken and Biscuit Supper
5:00 pm-7:00 pm
02/10/2018
Plainfield United Methodist Church
17845 M-36, Gregory, MI 48137, USA
For Saturday, Feb.10, 2018. A Chicken and Biscuit Supper will be served at the Plainfield United Methodist Church, 17845 M-36, Gregory, MI 48137, starting at 5 pm. Free will donation. Take-outs available. All welcome. Contact 517-851-8932.
Kids Read to Oliver (Age 6 & up)
Kids Read to Oliver (Age 6 & up)
Read aloud to a specially trained golden retriever
Mondays, Jan. 8 & Feb. 12 • 6–6:30 p.m.
Kid's Night Out Valentine Crafts
Just like “Cheers” we at Back Street Bar and Family Restaurant get to know your name and provide exceptional service and delicious food. We don’t claim to be like the chain restaurants. Our casual dining environment with a separate dining room for families and a bar for the adults has something for everyone. Join us for live music on select Friday & Saturday nights or stop by any time and sample one of our unique craft beers, beers on tap, glasses of wine or mixed drinks and don’t forget the appetizers!
GIFT CERTIFICATES ARE NOW AVAILABLE and make Great Gifts!
Join us for Friday Night Fish Fry, we’re looking forward to seeing you soon!
Valentine’s Day Stories & Fun (Ages 3–6)
Join us for stories and a craft. Especially for 3–6 year olds but younger
children welcome with close adult supervision.
Wednesday, Feb. 14 • 12:15–1 p.m.
Third Thursday LEGO Junior Makers (Ages 4–7)
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, Jan. 18 & Feb. 15 • 4–5 p.m.
We meet the 3rd Thursday of every month room 108, Middle School, 5:30.
Travel Michigan, maybe even the United States, and you’d be hard-pressed to find a lovelier garden cafe than we have right here in downtown Stockbridge.
This Thursday from 6 to 8 pm, Cravingz will be featuring live jazz music.
What better way to enjoy the evening than to sip on a chilled glass of beer or pinot grigio while jiving to upbeat tunes? And, don’t forget to order a tasty sandwich.
Chelsea’s Winter Farmers Market
Saturdays 9 am – 1 pm | November 4th – March 31st
We are very pleased to announced the return of Chelsea’s Winter Farmers Market at our indoor location at the Washington Street Education Center. Many of your favorite summer vendors will be there plus a few new additions. Throughout the winter we will continue to have fresh fruits and vegetables, baked goods, honey, jams and jellies, meat, eggs, wreathes, and lots of artisan products.
Indoors at the Washington St Education Center (WSEC) building 100 cafeteria
500 Washington St
Chelsea, MI 48118
Information for Vendors
Visit the Vendor Resources page for application and information about becoming a vendor in the Winter Farmers Market.
2018 Winter Farmers Market schedule:
- January 6, 13, 22, 27
- February 3, 10, 17, 24
- March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
April 28: Outdoor Farmers Market opens back up!
*Personalized Technology Help
Make an hour-long appointment to get personalized help with these topics: Computer Basics,
Internet Basics, Microsoft Word Basics, Intermediate Word, Email Basics and Google Basics.
Tuesdays, Feb. 6 & 20 • By appointment (available 11 a.m.–3 p.m.)
Gregory Community Church Clothes Closet
Happens every 1st Saturday, 10-noon; 3rd Tuesday, 6-8pm of the month
Free clothing: Men’s, Women’s, and Children’s
The Secret Lives of Skunks
Laurel Zoet from Nature on the Go explains how there is much more to skunks
than their notorious smell. Grab your chance to meet a live, de-scented skunk!
Wednesday, Feb. 21 • 4–5 p.m.
Travel Michigan, maybe even the United States, and you’d be hard-pressed to find a lovelier garden cafe than we have right here in downtown Stockbridge.
This Thursday from 6 to 8 pm, Cravingz will be featuring live jazz music.
What better way to enjoy the evening than to sip on a chilled glass of beer or pinot grigio while jiving to upbeat tunes? And, don’t forget to order a tasty sandwich.
Book Discussion Group
Bring your brown-bag lunch at noon and discuss books
with us! Refreshments served.
Last Fridays • 12–1 p.m.
Jan. 26: Destiny of the Republic by Candice Millard
Feb. 23: Miller’s Valley by Anna Quindlen
Chelsea’s Winter Farmers Market
Saturdays 9 am – 1 pm | November 4th – March 31st
We are very pleased to announced the return of Chelsea’s Winter Farmers Market at our indoor location at the Washington Street Education Center. Many of your favorite summer vendors will be there plus a few new additions. Throughout the winter we will continue to have fresh fruits and vegetables, baked goods, honey, jams and jellies, meat, eggs, wreathes, and lots of artisan products.
Indoors at the Washington St Education Center (WSEC) building 100 cafeteria
500 Washington St
Chelsea, MI 48118
Information for Vendors
Visit the Vendor Resources page for application and information about becoming a vendor in the Winter Farmers Market.
2018 Winter Farmers Market schedule:
- January 6, 13, 22, 27
- February 3, 10, 17, 24
- March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
April 28: Outdoor Farmers Market opens back up!
Local Live Music Jam
Just like “Cheers” we at Back Street Bar and Family Restaurant get to know your name and provide exceptional service and delicious food. We don’t claim to be like the chain restaurants. Our casual dining environment with a separate dining room for families and a bar for the adults has something for everyone. Join us for live music on select Friday & Saturday nights or stop by any time and sample one of our unique craft beers, beers on tap, glasses of wine or mixed drinks and don’t forget the appetizers!
GIFT CERTIFICATES ARE NOW AVAILABLE and make Great Gifts!
Join us for Friday Night Fish Fry, we’re looking forward to seeing you soon!
*CADL Digital Downloads
Learn about downloading library eBooks, audiobooks, and magazines
to your smartphone or tablet.
Tuesday, Feb. 27 • 4–5 p.m.
Registration for the BRIDGE TO WELLNESS CHALLENGE will begin Jan. 2nd, 2018 and run through Feb. 28th. The CHALLENGE will kick-off on Saturday, March 3rd, concluding on Friday, June 15th at the DAY IN THE VILLAGE. It’s easy to register, registration forms will be available at the Stockbridge Wellness Center, Stockbridge Pharmacy, Cravingz Coffee Shop and the Stockbridge Community Library. You can also request an electronic registration form at bridgetowellnesschallenge@gmail.com. Simply put “registration form request” in the subject line.
We look forward to building a strong community of like-minded individuals ready to step up and take the CHALLENGE!!
Coffee Chat
Shake off the chilly weather and connect with other
community members on Wednesday mornings.
Talk about local events, favorite books or movies,
new reads, or whatever comes up.
Wednesdays, Jan. 3–Feb. 28 • 11 a.m.–12 p.m.