Community Calendar

Fiber Fun!

Drop in during our casual knitting and crocheting circle. Bring your current project or some yarn from your stash and find a new pattern to try. All levels of experience welcome—if you are just beginning, we will teach you to make a simple hat to donate to charity!

Thursdays, June 1, July 6 & Aug. 3 • 5–7 p.m.

Coalition meetings are open to anyone, youth (ages 10+) or adults interested to participate, contribute and learn about how we are preventing youth substance abuse in Stockbridge. Dinner will be provided.

Thursdays, 6-7 pm. Room 108. Old Middle School.

The Open Air Market of Stockbridge begins its 7th season Friday May 5 from 4 to 7 pm on the Township Square. Our regular vendors are returning with flowers, plants, vegetables and fruit, spring greens, honey, bread, baked goods, soap & candles, & artisan crafts,We have several new vendors joining us this year too. Market Music line up for May is 5/ 5: Greg Z, 5/12: Josh Silas, 5/19: Larry Guenther, and 5/26: Gary Allen, playing from 5:30 to 7pm, Our 3rd Annual Community Garage Sale is May 19 from 11 am to 7 pm. Everyone is welcome to join us as a vendor that day. For more information or to become a vendor, call Suzi 517-851-7437. Meet us at the Market every Friday from May through October.

The Open Air Market of Stockbridge begins its 7th season Friday May 5 from 4 to 7 pm on the Township Square. Our regular vendors are returning with flowers, plants, vegetables and fruit, spring greens, honey, bread, baked goods, soap & candles, & artisan crafts,We have several new vendors joining us this year too. Market Music line up for May is 5/ 5: Greg Z, 5/12: Josh Silas, 5/19: Larry Guenther, and 5/26: Gary Allen, playing from 5:30 to 7pm, Our 3rd Annual Community Garage Sale is May 19 from 11 am to 7 pm. Everyone is welcome to join us as a vendor that day. For more information or to become a vendor, call Suzi 517-851-7437. Meet us at the Market every Friday from May through October.

On the Township Square in downtown Stockbridge

Market starts up Friday, May 5, 2017 and run weekly into October.

Stockbridge Village Council Meeting will be held at 305 W. Elizabeth Street, Room 112, starting at 7:00 p.m.

Monday                                    06/05/2017        305 W. Elizabeth Street, Room 112                    7:00 pm

Monday                                    07/03/2017        305 W. Elizabeth Street, Room 112                    7:00 pm

Monday                                    08/07/2017        305 W. Elizabeth Street, Room 112                    7:00 pm

Tuesday                                  09/05/2017        305 W. Elizabeth Street, Room 112                    7:00 pm

Monday                                    10/02/2017        305 W. Elizabeth Street, Room 112                    7:00 pm

Monday                                    11/06/2017        305 W. Elizabeth Street, Room 112                    7:00 pm

Monday                                    12/04/2017        305 W. Elizabeth Street, Room 112                    7:00 pm

St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea Farmers Markets
Hosted Wednesdays and Saturdays

CHELSEA, Mich. (May 15, 2017) — Two Chelsea-area farmers markets, sponsored by St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea and The Wellness Foundation, opened earlier this month and are being held each week on Wednesdays and Saturdays. The Chelsea Farmers Market and the Bushel Basket Market bring fresh, locally grown or produced food to area residents at an affordable price.

Both farmers markets have temporarily changed their regular location, as construction for a new and more permanent farmers market will be built in the coming months at the Palmer Lot.

The Bushel Basket Market runs Wednesdays from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., and is located on the corner of M52 and Old US-12, in the Chelsea State Bank parking lot. The Chelsea Farmers Market is being held on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and is located in the lower library parking lot along Park Street.  Parking will be behind the Purple Rose Theater (128 Park St., Chelsea, MI 48118) or on side streets.

VILLAGE CHURCH hosts dinner and a casual conversation worship service on Wednesday nights from 6:30-7:30pm.

Late start day for Stockbridge School District.

On the Township Square in downtown Stockbridge

Market starts up Friday, May 5, 2017 and run weekly into October.

Summer Reading Welcome Week

Sign up for Summer Reading and do a make & take craft, every day this week.

Monday, June 12–Friday, June 16 • Open hours

OPEN CENTER – Over the summer, we will be open on Wednesdays from 9am-noon.

St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea Farmers Markets
Hosted Wednesdays and Saturdays

CHELSEA, Mich. (May 15, 2017) — Two Chelsea-area farmers markets, sponsored by St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea and The Wellness Foundation, opened earlier this month and are being held each week on Wednesdays and Saturdays. The Chelsea Farmers Market and the Bushel Basket Market bring fresh, locally grown or produced food to area residents at an affordable price.

Both farmers markets have temporarily changed their regular location, as construction for a new and more permanent farmers market will be built in the coming months at the Palmer Lot.

The Bushel Basket Market runs Wednesdays from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., and is located on the corner of M52 and Old US-12, in the Chelsea State Bank parking lot. The Chelsea Farmers Market is being held on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and is located in the lower library parking lot along Park Street.  Parking will be behind the Purple Rose Theater (128 Park St., Chelsea, MI 48118) or on side streets.

VILLAGE CHURCH hosts dinner and a casual conversation worship service on Wednesday nights from 6:30-7:30pm.

305 W. Elizabeth St, Room 108,

No additional detail for this event.

Stockbridge Area Arts Council

2017 Day in the Village Art Show

The Stockbridge Area Arts Council invites you to participate in the annual “Day in the Village Art Show” in the Stockbridge Township Hall, on the town square in Stockbridge, Michigan. Artwork will be displayed on Friday, June 16, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Saturday, June 17, 2017 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

A fee of $5.00 allows artists to submit up to three pieces of art. Two-dimensional pieces cannot be larger than 3’x4’. Three-dimensional pieces must be no larger than 6’. All two-dimensional works to be hung must be prepared for hanging with adequate wire. If not properly prepared, the piece may not be accepted for exhibition. Prepared artwork must be delivered to the township hall between 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM on Thursday, June 15, 2017. Please do not submit artwork previously entered in this event. No entry fee is required for high school students who are enrolled in high school for the 2017-2018 school year.

If you would like to participate, please fill out the entry form below and return with entry fee to:

STOCKBRIDGE AREA ARTS COUNCIL, P.O. Box 194, Stockbridge, MI 49285

Entry deadline is Monday, June 5, 2017. Entries after that date may be received, but may not be included in the “guide to the works.” Please make check payable to the Stockbridge Area Arts Council.

Awards will be presented at 3:45 PM on Saturday for 1st, 2nd, 3rd place, as well as Honorable Mention, as voted by our volunteer guest judges. In addition, a prize for “People’s Choice” will be awarded and is determined by votes cast by visitors to the show on Friday and Saturday.

Removal of the artwork is expected immediately following the awards presentation on Saturday, June 17, 2017.

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Stockbridge Area Arts Council – 2017 A Day in the Village Art Show Application Form

Name and Address/City/State/Zip Code:

Cell Number:

Home Phone Number:

E-mail Address:

Please fill in information below for each piece of art and submit with entry.

For more information, please call Tracy at 517-206-7663.

No additional detail for this event.

Visit the historic Town Square during the annual A Day in the Village festival and look for local celebrity-balloon man Jeff Boyer. He will be custom-crafting balloons and handing out Build a Better World coupons redeemable at the library for a prize, while supplies last. Prizes sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Friday, June 16 • 4–5 p.m.

Ballon Man Jeff Boyer at A Day In The Village

Visit the historic Town Square during the annual A Day in the Village festival and look for local celebrity-balloon man Jeff Boyer. He will be custom-crafting balloons and handing out Build a Better World coupons redeemable at the library for a prize, while supplies last. Prizes sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Friday, June 16 • 4–5 p.m.

On the Township Square in downtown Stockbridge

Market starts up Friday, May 5, 2017 and run weekly into October.

All Township Board Meetings will take place at the Township Hall unless otherwise noted.

June 19 @ 7:30 pm

July 17 @ 7:30 pm

August 21 @ 7:30 pm

September 18 @ 7:30 pm

October 16 @ 7:30 pm

November 20 @ 7:30 pm

December 18 @ 7:30 pm

Gregory Community Church – The Clothes Closet

Free clothing: men’s, women’s, and children’s.

Tuesday June 20^th 6:00-8:00pm

128 Church Street, Gregory

734-498-2591

OPEN CENTER – Over the summer, we will be open on Wednesdays from 9am-noon.

St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea Farmers Markets
Hosted Wednesdays and Saturdays

CHELSEA, Mich. (May 15, 2017) — Two Chelsea-area farmers markets, sponsored by St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea and The Wellness Foundation, opened earlier this month and are being held each week on Wednesdays and Saturdays. The Chelsea Farmers Market and the Bushel Basket Market bring fresh, locally grown or produced food to area residents at an affordable price.

Both farmers markets have temporarily changed their regular location, as construction for a new and more permanent farmers market will be built in the coming months at the Palmer Lot.

The Bushel Basket Market runs Wednesdays from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., and is located on the corner of M52 and Old US-12, in the Chelsea State Bank parking lot. The Chelsea Farmers Market is being held on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and is located in the lower library parking lot along Park Street.  Parking will be behind the Purple Rose Theater (128 Park St., Chelsea, MI 48118) or on side streets.

VILLAGE CHURCH hosts dinner and a casual conversation worship service on Wednesday nights from 6:30-7:30pm.

*Minecraft Game Nights (Ages 8-15)

Third Thursdays • 7-8:30 p.m.

Get your game on in these fun events open to beginner, intermediate and advanced players. *Registration required, starting on the dates listed below.  Call 517/851-7810 to register.

June 22: Registration opens May 12

July 20: Registration opens June 16

Aug. 17: Registration opens July 14

On the Township Square in downtown Stockbridge

Market starts up Friday, May 5, 2017 and run weekly into October.

Who:  Stockbridge Community Outreach.

What:  2^nd Annual Christmas in July Matching Grant  Opportunity to support the work of Stockbridge Community Outreach. Stockbridge Community Outreach Board will match monetary donations up to a total of $3000 received by Monday July 31^h at 3PM(closing) for our Christmas in July fundraising program.

Why:  Stockbridge Community Outreach has seen an increase in the demand for services this year.  Transportation, prescriptions and food assistance is just a few areas where the demand is high.

When:  Monetary Donations will be matched if received between July 1^st and received either in person or by mail by 3pm Monday, July 31.  All donations are tax deductible (501C3).

How:  Donations can be taken directly to the Outreach located behind the old Middle School off Cherry Street on Monday and Friday (9-3) and Wednesday from 1-6PM.  Mail to Stockbridge Community Outreach at P.O. Box  682,  Stockbridge, MI  49285   If you have any questions please call 517-851-7285

Join SRSLY for games and fun activities in Vet’s Park on Monday nights this summer from 6-8 p.m.  Youth in 5th grade and above welcome!

June 26, July 10, 17, 24, & 31. August 7 & 14.

OPEN CENTER – Over the summer, we will be open on Wednesdays from 9am-noon.

Mat Emerick Variety Show

Comedy skits, songs, juggling and mime combine for a rollicking good time.

Wednesday, June 28 • 10:30 –11:15 a.m.

St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea Farmers Markets
Hosted Wednesdays and Saturdays

CHELSEA, Mich. (May 15, 2017) — Two Chelsea-area farmers markets, sponsored by St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea and The Wellness Foundation, opened earlier this month and are being held each week on Wednesdays and Saturdays. The Chelsea Farmers Market and the Bushel Basket Market bring fresh, locally grown or produced food to area residents at an affordable price.

Both farmers markets have temporarily changed their regular location, as construction for a new and more permanent farmers market will be built in the coming months at the Palmer Lot.

The Bushel Basket Market runs Wednesdays from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., and is located on the corner of M52 and Old US-12, in the Chelsea State Bank parking lot. The Chelsea Farmers Market is being held on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and is located in the lower library parking lot along Park Street.  Parking will be behind the Purple Rose Theater (128 Park St., Chelsea, MI 48118) or on side streets.

VILLAGE CHURCH hosts dinner and a casual conversation worship service on Wednesday nights from 6:30-7:30pm.

On the Township Square in downtown Stockbridge

Market starts up Friday, May 5, 2017 and run weekly into October.