Community Calendar

On Sunday, February 2nd, St Mary’s Men’s Club in Pinckney is proudly sponsoring “Breakfast with PAWS” at the Parish, located south of M-36 at 10601 Dexter Pinckney Road in Putnam Township. Breakfast is served 8:30 until 11:00am and is a Free-Will Donation. ”PAWS, Detroit’s Favorite Mascot” joins us from 10-11am to get us pumped up for another season of Detroit Tiger baseball. Proceeds from the event to help support our St Mary School. Our delicious menu is considered the best in the area and includes everything from eggs as you like it to homemade breakfast burritos to our waffle station. Get those cameras ready for an event the whole family will enjoy! For further information contact Heather at the Parish Office 734-878-3161.

CHELSEA, Michigan (Dec. 9, 2019) – St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea will offer Senior Fit classes at Emanuel United Church of Christ, located at 324 W. Main Street in Manchester, on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:15 to 2:15 p.m.  Senior Fit is a FREE exercise program for people age 55 and over that encourages senior adults to exercise their way to a healthier lifestyle.  The program features standing and chair exercises that build strength and flexibility, as well as improve balance and cardiovascular fitness.

Space is limited and registration is required. Please call 734-593-5600 to register.

Kids love getting creative with our LEGO collection! Imaginative play helps develop skills used for reading. Tuesdays, Jan. 7–Feb. 25 • 4–5:30 p.m.

CHELSEA, Michigan (Dec. 9, 2019) – St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea will offer Senior Fit classes at Emanuel United Church of Christ, located at 324 W. Main Street in Manchester, on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:15 to 2:15 p.m.  Senior Fit is a FREE exercise program for people age 55 and over that encourages senior adults to exercise their way to a healthier lifestyle.  The program features standing and chair exercises that build strength and flexibility, as well as improve balance and cardiovascular fitness.

Space is limited and registration is required. Please call 734-593-5600 to register.

Hear some fun stories and amazing voices from Haslett native Lauren Ezzo, an Audie Award nominee with over 150 recorded books on her resume. Tuesday, Feb. 4 • 6:30–7:30 p.m.

Connect with other community members on Wednesday mornings. Talk about local events, books and movies, or whatever comes up. Wednesdays, Jan. 8–Feb. 26 • 11 a.m.–12 p.m.

Lively activities and stories for young children and their caregivers Wednesdays, Feb. 5, 12, 19 & 26 • 11 a.m.–12 p.m.

CHELSEA, Michigan (Dec. 9, 2019) – St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea will offer Senior Fit classes at Emanuel United Church of Christ, located at 324 W. Main Street in Manchester, on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:15 to 2:15 p.m.  Senior Fit is a FREE exercise program for people age 55 and over that encourages senior adults to exercise their way to a healthier lifestyle.  The program features standing and chair exercises that build strength and flexibility, as well as improve balance and cardiovascular fitness.

Space is limited and registration is required. Please call 734-593-5600 to register.

Church Centered 12 Step Recovery Program. We meet Thursday nights at 7pm at The Crossroads Community Church. You can find out more about us at CelebrateRecovery.com

Take a break with family and friends to play Sushi Go Party, Codenames, Spot It Junior, Animal Upon Animal, Apples to Apples and more. Snacks, too! Fridays, Jan. 17 & Feb. 21 • 5–6:45 p.m.

We will be at the First Presbyterian Church of Stockbridge Christian Education (CE) Building, located at 101 S. Center Street in Stockbridge from 11 am to 3 pm this Saturday.

The Presbyterian women will be serving a soup, salad and sandwich luncheon from 11 am to 2 pm. $5 per person. Luncheon proceeds go to Presbyterian Women Mission Projects.

Jazz guitarist, Gary Allen, will perform from Noon to 2 pm.

Market items include local produce, cheese, frozen meats, honey, eggs, jam, chocolates, maple syrup, bread, pies and baked goods. Also, you can buy baskets, art, herbal lotions and sprays and more!

Our Market is now your hometown food source! We are here for YOU.

From January through April on the fourth Friday of each month (1/11, 2/28, 3/27, 4/24), come to dinner and the Winter Pantry Market at the Presbyterian Church CE Building. Pantry is open 5:30 to 7 pm. Items include: produce, cheese, meat, maple syrup, honey, eggs, jam, bread, pies, baked goods, etc.

For more info, call Suzi at 517-851-7437.

Waterloo Village United Methodist Church is holding a Community Spaghetti Dinner on Saturday, February 8th, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm.  

The Plainfield United Methodist Church will be serving a chicken and biscuit supper on February 8th beginning at 5pm at17845 M-36, North of Gregory. Free will donations. Take outs available. All are welcome. For more information contact Kate Humrick at 517-851-8932.

CHELSEA, Michigan (Dec. 9, 2019) – St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea will offer Senior Fit classes at Emanuel United Church of Christ, located at 324 W. Main Street in Manchester, on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:15 to 2:15 p.m.  Senior Fit is a FREE exercise program for people age 55 and over that encourages senior adults to exercise their way to a healthier lifestyle.  The program features standing and chair exercises that build strength and flexibility, as well as improve balance and cardiovascular fitness.

Space is limited and registration is required. Please call 734-593-5600 to register.

Free informational session scheduled for February 10

CHELSEA, Michigan (Dec. 9, 2019) – St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea, located at 775 S. Main Street in Chelsea, will host a free Diabetes Prevention Program inside the hospital’s Atrium Conference Room on Mondays beginning February 17 from 2 to 3 p.m.  For those interested in learning more, a free informational session will be held on Feb. 10 from 2 to 3 p.m. in the same location.  The program will consist of 16 weekly sessions followed by monthly maintenance sessions.  The Diabetes Prevention Program is intended for anyone at risk of type 2 diabetes.  It will help educate participants on strategies to become more active, control food intake, lose weight, manage stress, think positively and more.

This program is free, but registration is required.  For more information or to register, please call 734-593-5276.

On the 2nd Monday of the month (2/10, 3/9, 4/13, 5/11) starting at 5:00 pm, our Fresh Food Initiative will be delivering fresh produce to low income families in Stockbridge School District. NO ID required, for families or individuals who declare themselves in need of food.

Pick up site: Jeruel Baptist Church, 11440 Plum Orchard Road (M-106), Munith.

Volunteers needed!  Contact Stockbridge Community Outreach at 517-851-7285.

Kids love getting creative with our LEGO collection! Imaginative play helps develop skills used for reading. Tuesdays, Jan. 7–Feb. 25 • 4–5:30 p.m.

CHELSEA, Michigan (Dec. 9, 2019) – St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea will offer Senior Fit classes at Emanuel United Church of Christ, located at 324 W. Main Street in Manchester, on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:15 to 2:15 p.m.  Senior Fit is a FREE exercise program for people age 55 and over that encourages senior adults to exercise their way to a healthier lifestyle.  The program features standing and chair exercises that build strength and flexibility, as well as improve balance and cardiovascular fitness.

Space is limited and registration is required. Please call 734-593-5600 to register.

Get creative with a different take-home craft project every month (while supplies last). 2nd Tuesdays • 5–6 p.m.

Jan. 14: Color Burst Fabric Design

Feb. 11: Twisted Wire Art

Connect with other community members on Wednesday mornings. Talk about local events, books and movies, or whatever comes up. Wednesdays, Jan. 8–Feb. 26 • 11 a.m.–12 p.m.

Lively activities and stories for young children and their caregivers Wednesdays, Feb. 5, 12, 19 & 26 • 11 a.m.–12 p.m.

Pre-readers and new readers can share books with our specially trained golden retriever. Wednesdays, Jan. 8 & Feb. 12 • 6–6:30 p.m.

CHELSEA, Michigan (Dec. 9, 2019) – St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea will offer Senior Fit classes at Emanuel United Church of Christ, located at 324 W. Main Street in Manchester, on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:15 to 2:15 p.m.  Senior Fit is a FREE exercise program for people age 55 and over that encourages senior adults to exercise their way to a healthier lifestyle.  The program features standing and chair exercises that build strength and flexibility, as well as improve balance and cardiovascular fitness.

Space is limited and registration is required. Please call 734-593-5600 to register.

Church Centered 12 Step Recovery Program. We meet Thursday nights at 7pm at The Crossroads Community Church. You can find out more about us at CelebrateRecovery.com

Winter is the best time for indoor hobbies. Learn how to crochet in three lessons with a simple project. Crochet hook and yarn provided. *Registration required; call 517-851-7810. Thursdays, Feb. 13, 20 & 27 • 3–4 p.m.

Take a break with family and friends to play Sushi Go Party, Codenames, Spot It Junior, Animal Upon Animal, Apples to Apples and more. Snacks, too! Fridays, Jan. 17 & Feb. 21 • 5–6:45 p.m.

Drop in after hours to play Minecraft! Bring your own device with Minecraft installed, or use our computers (no account needed; seating on a  rst-come basis). We’ll provide refreshments plus other activities like LEGO and board games. Younger children welcome with adult supervision. Fridays, Jan. 10 & Feb. 14 • 7–8 p.m.

Food/Clothing available at
Stockbridge Church of Christ
4783 S. M-52
Stockbridge, MI.
Open every third Saturday of each month
10a.m. till noon

CHELSEA, Michigan (Dec. 9, 2019) – St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea will offer Senior Fit classes at Emanuel United Church of Christ, located at 324 W. Main Street in Manchester, on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:15 to 2:15 p.m.  Senior Fit is a FREE exercise program for people age 55 and over that encourages senior adults to exercise their way to a healthier lifestyle.  The program features standing and chair exercises that build strength and flexibility, as well as improve balance and cardiovascular fitness.

Space is limited and registration is required. Please call 734-593-5600 to register.

Free informational session scheduled for February 10

CHELSEA, Michigan (Dec. 9, 2019) – St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea, located at 775 S. Main Street in Chelsea, will host a free Diabetes Prevention Program inside the hospital’s Atrium Conference Room on Mondays beginning February 17 from 2 to 3 p.m.  For those interested in learning more, a free informational session will be held on Feb. 10 from 2 to 3 p.m. in the same location.  The program will consist of 16 weekly sessions followed by monthly maintenance sessions.  The Diabetes Prevention Program is intended for anyone at risk of type 2 diabetes.  It will help educate participants on strategies to become more active, control food intake, lose weight, manage stress, think positively and more.

This program is free, but registration is required.  For more information or to register, please call 734-593-5276.

Kids love getting creative with our LEGO collection! Imaginative play helps develop skills used for reading. Tuesdays, Jan. 7–Feb. 25 • 4–5:30 p.m.

CHELSEA, Michigan (Dec. 9, 2019) – St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea will offer Senior Fit classes at Emanuel United Church of Christ, located at 324 W. Main Street in Manchester, on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:15 to 2:15 p.m.  Senior Fit is a FREE exercise program for people age 55 and over that encourages senior adults to exercise their way to a healthier lifestyle.  The program features standing and chair exercises that build strength and flexibility, as well as improve balance and cardiovascular fitness.

Space is limited and registration is required. Please call 734-593-5600 to register.

Connect with other community members on Wednesday mornings. Talk about local events, books and movies, or whatever comes up. Wednesdays, Jan. 8–Feb. 26 • 11 a.m.–12 p.m.

Lively activities and stories for young children and their caregivers Wednesdays, Feb. 5, 12, 19 & 26 • 11 a.m.–12 p.m.

CHELSEA, Michigan (Dec. 9, 2019) – St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea will offer Senior Fit classes at Emanuel United Church of Christ, located at 324 W. Main Street in Manchester, on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:15 to 2:15 p.m.  Senior Fit is a FREE exercise program for people age 55 and over that encourages senior adults to exercise their way to a healthier lifestyle.  The program features standing and chair exercises that build strength and flexibility, as well as improve balance and cardiovascular fitness.

Space is limited and registration is required. Please call 734-593-5600 to register.

Church Centered 12 Step Recovery Program. We meet Thursday nights at 7pm at The Crossroads Community Church. You can find out more about us at CelebrateRecovery.com

Winter is the best time for indoor hobbies. Learn how to crochet in three lessons with a simple project. Crochet hook and yarn provided. *Registration required; call 517-851-7810. Thursdays, Feb. 13, 20 & 27 • 3–4 p.m.

Take a break with family and friends to play Sushi Go Party, Codenames, Spot It Junior, Animal Upon Animal, Apples to Apples and more. Snacks, too! Fridays, Jan. 17 & Feb. 21 • 5–6:45 p.m.

Enjoy learning about the history of the immigrant founded company and the soda that every Michigander loves. Samples included! Books will be available for sale and signing. Friday, Feb. 21 • 6–7 p.m. (Snow date: Feb. 28)

CHELSEA, Michigan (Dec. 9, 2019) – St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea will offer Senior Fit classes at Emanuel United Church of Christ, located at 324 W. Main Street in Manchester, on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:15 to 2:15 p.m.  Senior Fit is a FREE exercise program for people age 55 and over that encourages senior adults to exercise their way to a healthier lifestyle.  The program features standing and chair exercises that build strength and flexibility, as well as improve balance and cardiovascular fitness.

Space is limited and registration is required. Please call 734-593-5600 to register.

Kids love getting creative with our LEGO collection! Imaginative play helps develop skills used for reading. Tuesdays, Jan. 7–Feb. 25 • 4–5:30 p.m.

CHELSEA, Michigan (Dec. 9, 2019) – St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea will offer Senior Fit classes at Emanuel United Church of Christ, located at 324 W. Main Street in Manchester, on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:15 to 2:15 p.m.  Senior Fit is a FREE exercise program for people age 55 and over that encourages senior adults to exercise their way to a healthier lifestyle.  The program features standing and chair exercises that build strength and flexibility, as well as improve balance and cardiovascular fitness.

Space is limited and registration is required. Please call 734-593-5600 to register.

Read any book that fits the theme, then come for discussion and pizza. Suggested titles available. *Registration required; call 517-851-7810. 4th Tuesdays • 4–5 p.m.

Jan. 28: Graphic Novels
Feb. 25: Science Fiction

Connect with other community members on Wednesday mornings. Talk about local events, books and movies, or whatever comes up. Wednesdays, Jan. 8–Feb. 26 • 11 a.m.–12 p.m.

Lively activities and stories for young children and their caregivers Wednesdays, Feb. 5, 12, 19 & 26 • 11 a.m.–12 p.m.

CHELSEA, Michigan (Dec. 9, 2019) – St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea will offer Senior Fit classes at Emanuel United Church of Christ, located at 324 W. Main Street in Manchester, on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:15 to 2:15 p.m.  Senior Fit is a FREE exercise program for people age 55 and over that encourages senior adults to exercise their way to a healthier lifestyle.  The program features standing and chair exercises that build strength and flexibility, as well as improve balance and cardiovascular fitness.

Space is limited and registration is required. Please call 734-593-5600 to register.

Church Centered 12 Step Recovery Program. We meet Thursday nights at 7pm at The Crossroads Community Church. You can find out more about us at CelebrateRecovery.com

Winter is the best time for indoor hobbies. Learn how to crochet in three lessons with a simple project. Crochet hook and yarn provided. *Registration required; call 517-851-7810. Thursdays, Feb. 13, 20 & 27 • 3–4 p.m.

Enjoy refreshments and join the discussion! Last Fridays • 12–1 p.m.

Jan. 31: The Pioneers by David McCullough
Feb. 28: Educated by Tara Westover

The Men’s Club of St Mary’s Catholic Parish in Pinckney is proudly sponsoring its annual Fish Dinners on Friday evenings during Lent.  The dates are February 28, March 6,13,20, 27 and April 3.  The Parish is located south of M-36 at 10601 Dexter Pinckney Road in Putnam Township.  Our delicious dinner is served from 4:00 to 7:00pm and includes baked or beer battered fried fish, choice of French fries, scalloped or baked potato, beets, coleslaw, homemade macaroni & cheese, cut vegetables, jell-o, homemade rolls & dessert, assorted beverages as well as 3 cheese pizzas for our younger guests. Cost is $11 adults, $10 seniors, $5 children (under age 12) with a family (immediate only) plan available at $37. Bankcards are accepted and take outs are available!  For further information contact Heather at the Parish office 734-878-3161.

The Winter Pantry Market from the Open Air Market of Stockbridge will be in the back room selling cheese, produce, chicken, pork products, honey, maple syrup, jams, eggs, bread, baked goods and pies.

Contact Suzi Greenway for more info. at 517-851-7437.

Seventh Annual Soup Cook Off, Saturday, February 29, 12-2pm.  Donation of $5. for a bowl of soup or 5 samples! Monetary donations will go to Lansing City Rescue.  Millville UMC, 1932 N. M-52 Stockbridge.  Info at 517-851-7853.