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ABBOTT & FILLMORE AGENCY—FULL SERVICE SINCE 1946

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Women’s right to vote

by Diane Rockall In an early September presentation at the Stockbridge Library, Carlos Villegas-Castaneda discussed how...
From the Superintendent’s Desk: Weather Closings and Emergency Drills

September 18, 2018 Student safety is our priority. Last Spring, our district began new...
Student of the Month: Anna Schlaff

By Cindy Lance Anna Schlaff, a 16 year old junior is described by teacher Mr....
Hell’s annual Hearse Fest not dead yet

article and photos by Tina Cole-Mullins HELL, Mich. — It seems that a lot of...

September 18, 2018 Mary Krummrey 0 Business, Stockbridge,

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September 18, 2018 Mary Krummrey 0 Adiska Family Dentistry, Business, Stockbridge,

Adiska Family Dental is family owned and operated. We value our patient relationships providing gentle,...

September 18, 2018 Zabrina Yannella 0 News,

by Michael Sweet It's harvest time! The season brings a lot of potential material...

September 17, 2018 Diane Rockall 0 Heritage Elementary School, News, rural area, Stockbridge Community Schools,

by Diane Rockall On August 20, a Massasauga rattler bit former Stockbridge art teacher Laura Bowen...

September 17, 2018 Mary Krummrey 0 5 Healthy Towns, Community Events, events, Stockbridge,

Your hometown market will have amazing fruits and veggies this week. Betty will have apples,...

September 17, 2018 Mary Krummrey 0 Business, events, Stockbridge Area Arts Council,

Travel Michigan, maybe even the United States, and you’d be hard-pressed to find a lovelier...

September 17, 2018 Patrice Johnson 0 Announcement, Death notice, News,

Phyllis Ann Stowe, of Stockbridge, died September 14, 2018. A funeral service will be held...

September 16, 2018 Patrice Johnson 0 events, News,

IMG_0934 by Patrice Johnson If you attended All Clubs Day Vintage Motorcycle Show after noon...

September 16, 2018 Patrice Johnson 0 events, News, Police,

by Patrice Johnson At first glance, infant Hannah Paielli looked like a normal baby...

September 15, 2018 Patrice Johnson 0 events, News,

by Patrice Johnson

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September

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						1 Gregory Community Church Clothes Closet 10:00 am-12:00 pm 09/01/2018 Gregory Community Church, 126 Church Street, Gregory, MI, United States Gregory Community Church, 126 Church Street, Gregory, MI, United States Gregory Community Church, 126 Church Street, Gregory, MI, United States https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/gregory-community-church-clothes-closet-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/ Happens every 1st Saturday, 10-noon; 3rd Tuesday, 6-8pm of the month Free clothing: Men’s, Women’s, and Children’s MUSIC, DRINKS AND FOOD AT CRAVINGZ THURS. & SAT. NIGHTS 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 09/01/2018 Cravingz 140 S Clinton St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 140 S Clinton St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/live-acoustic-music-at-cravingz-every-friday-night-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/ 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 Saturday from 7 to 9, Cravingz will be hopping to the live acoustic music of Phil Tolliver. What better way to enjoy the evening than to sit under the canopy of a cherry tree and sip on a chilled glass of beer or pinot grigio while jiving to upbeat tunes? Don’t forget to order a tasty sandwich and take a stroll around Judy Cook’s evolving creation of hollyhocks, cannas, hydrangeas and many other beautiful flowers. Cravingz famous large sandwiches are now available in half portions with fruit—just $3.99!
2	3	4	5 Brave Rebels: Women and the Suffrage Movement 4:00 pm-5:00 pm 09/05/2018 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/brave-rebels-women-and-the-suffrage-movement/ Brave Rebels: Women and the Suffrage Movement As Michigan marks the 100th anniversary of women’s suffrage this year, Carlos Villegas-Castaneda will discuss how women fought for their right to vote, making it a reality across the nation and in other countries. Mr. Villegas-Castaneda is an instructor of Spanish language, literature and culture at Adrian College. Wednesday, Sept. 5 • 4–5 p.m.	6 Stockbridge Area Blood Drive 1:00 pm-6:45 pm 09/06/2018 First Presbyterian Church, 101 S Center St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 101 S Center St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/stockbridge-area-blood-drive/ American Red Cross Blood Drive for Stockbridge Area: September 6, 2018 from 1pm-6:45pm at Stockbridge Presbyterian Church.	7 OPEN AIR MARKET—THIS FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 4:00 pm-7:00 pm 09/07/2018 Stockbridge Town Square, South Center Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States Stockbridge Town Square, South Center Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States Stockbridge Town Square, South Center Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/open-air-market-2018-opening-day-on-the-square-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/ Our Sponsor of the Month is Farmers State Bank. They will be giving out FREE popcorn every Friday! This week, our market will have tomatoes, corn, potatoes, beans, cabbage, peppers, garlic, herbs and so many more veggies. Also, we will have apples, pears, peaches and melons, cheese, honey, eggs, jam, breads, pies, cookies, Mason Bee Houses and much more! This is the BEST time of the year for produce. Shoreline Wild Salmon returns September 14. Enjoy the music of Gary Allen from 5:30 to 7 pm. For more info, call Suzi 517-851-7437. Market Music Series on the Town Square 5:30 pm-7:00 pm 09/07/2018 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/market-music-series-on-the-town-square-3/ If any summer music dates were postponed due to weather, they may be rescheduled for these evenings. CADL Stockbridge and our community partners invite you to enjoy live music at the Stockbridge Open Air Market. Fridays, Sept. 7–28 • 5:30–7 p.m.	8 MUSIC, DRINKS AND FOOD AT CRAVINGZ THURS. & SAT. NIGHTS 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 09/08/2018 Cravingz 140 S Clinton St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 140 S Clinton St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/live-acoustic-music-at-cravingz-every-friday-night-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/ 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 Saturday from 7 to 9, Cravingz will be hopping to the live acoustic music of Phil Tolliver. What better way to enjoy the evening than to sit under the canopy of a cherry tree and sip on a chilled glass of beer or pinot grigio while jiving to upbeat tunes? Don’t forget to order a tasty sandwich and take a stroll around Judy Cook’s evolving creation of hollyhocks, cannas, hydrangeas and many other beautiful flowers. Cravingz famous large sandwiches are now available in half portions with fruit—just $3.99!
9	10	11 Instrument Petting Zoo 6:30 pm-7:30 pm 09/11/2018 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/instrument-petting-zoo/ Staff from Marshall Music will demonstrate guitar, ukulele and hand drum instruments, then you can try them out yourself! Tuesday, Sept. 11 • 6:30–7:30 p.m	12 Coffee Chat 11:00 am-12:00 pm 09/12/2018 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/coffee-chat-4/ Connect with other community members on Wednesday mornings. Talk about local events, favorite books or movies, new reads, or whatever comes up. Wednesdays, Sept. 12–Dec. 19 • 11 a.m.–12 p.m. Kids Read to Oliver (Age 6 & up) 6:00 pm-6:30 pm 09/12/2018 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/kids-read-to-oliver-age-6-up-5/ Kids Read to Oliver (Age 6 & up) Kids will enjoy reading aloud to a specially trained golden retriever. Wednesdays, Sept. 12, Oct. 10 & Nov. 14 • 6–6:30 p.m.	13 Drummunity Rhythm & Drums 3:30 pm-5:30 pm 09/13/2018 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/drummunity-rhythm-drums/ Rockin’ the Library! The whole family gets to drum, sing and dance together in this fun program for all ages. Thursday, Sept. 13 • 3:30–4:30 p.m.	14 OPEN AIR MARKET—THIS FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 4:00 pm-7:00 pm 09/14/2018 Stockbridge Town Square, South Center Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States Stockbridge Town Square, South Center Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States Stockbridge Town Square, South Center Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/open-air-market-2018-opening-day-on-the-square-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/ Our Farmers have had a good harvest this year. Our market will have peaches, pears, peppers, potatoes, tomatoes, greens, beans and corn! And, we will have cheese, honey, pesto and SALMON! Also at the market, you can buy bread, pies, cookies, soaps & candles, woodworking and more. Our Sponsor of the Month is Farmers State Bank and they will be giving out FREE popcorn every Friday! For more info, call Suzi 517-851-7437. Harvest Moon Festival 5:00 pm-11:00 pm 09/14/2018 Veteran’s Park Stockbridge, MI 200 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/harvest-moon-festival/ PRE-GLOW CELEBRATION Friday, September 14 ~ 5 pm to 11 pm Beer Tent located at Veterans Memorial Park Featured Band: Hot Southern Mess ~ 7 to 11 _________________________ MAIN FESTIVITIES Saturday, September 15 ~ 10 am to 11 pm Kid’s Area located at Veterans Memorial Park ~ 10 to 5 Featuring: Ultimate Air Dogs, Pony Rides, Exotic Animals, Bouncy Houses, Build Your Own Scarecrow and more! Crafters on the Main ~ 10 to 6 Beer Tent located at Veterans Memorial Park ~ 5 to 11 Featured Band: Fools Fait ~ 7 to 11 For more information, click here.	15 Harvest Moon Festival 10:00 am-11:00 pm 09/15/2018 Veteran’s Park Stockbridge, MI 200 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/harvest-moon-festival-2/ PRE-GLOW CELEBRATION Friday, September 14 ~ 5 pm to 11 pm Beer Tent located at Veterans Memorial Park Featured Band: Hot Southern Mess ~ 7 to 11 _________________________ MAIN FESTIVITIES Saturday, September 15 ~ 10 am to 11 pm Kid’s Area located at Veterans Memorial Park ~ 10 to 5 Featuring: Ultimate Air Dogs, Pony Rides, Exotic Animals, Bouncy Houses, Build Your Own Scarecrow and more! Crafters on the Main ~ 10 to 6 Beer Tent located at Veterans Memorial Park ~ 5 to 11 Featured Band: Fools Fait ~ 7 to 11 For more information, click here. free clothing and food items 10:00 am-12:00 pm 09/15/2018 Stockbridge Church of Christ 4783 s m 52 stockbridge, mi 4783 s m 52 stockbridge, mi https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/free-clothing-and-food-items/ The church of Christ located at 4783 S.M-52 Stockbridge offers free clothing and food items every 3rd Saturday of each month. The items are available this September 15th from 10a.m. until noon. Live at the Library―SongLab 2018 12:00 pm-2:30 pm 09/15/2018 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/live-at-the-library%e2%80%95songlab-2018/ Hear original music and support the Stockbridge music scene on September 15 and 16. Come to CADL Stockbridge and enter multiple drawings to win a free $20 gift card to a local eatery. (Must be present to win.) Performances will be held at CADL Stockbridge. Located at 200 Wood St., Stockbridge. Saturday, Sept. 15 12:00 pm ~ Larry Guenther: singer-songwriter, various genres 1:30 pm ~ Letha Allen: singer-songwriter, various genres Sunday, Sept. 16 1:30 pm ~ Harold Henry: original religious music 2:30 pm ~ Jack Falk: singer-songwriter, various genres All shows are free. Drawings will be held periodically. Start times are approximate. SongLab is a new, unique event putting a spotlight on original music. Four acts have been chosen to perform their original songs at CADL Stockbridge. The songs will be recorded, and the library will create CDs that will be available for borrowing through the CADL collection. We also plan to make the music available via streaming from the CADL website. Each act will receive an $80 gift card from Marshall Music and will be entered into a drawing to win $300 in professional recording studio time at Troubadour Recording Studios in Lansing. Behind the effort is the library’s desire to help local musicians get heard and to partner with them as they develop their careers, as well as to add locally imagined and produced content to the CADL collection. As CADL Stockbridge nears the completion of its eighth year coordinating the Market Music Series of Friday night concerts on the village square throughout the summer, we are excited about this new phase of involvement with the local music community! MUSIC, DRINKS AND FOOD AT CRAVINGZ THURS. & SAT. NIGHTS 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 09/15/2018 Cravingz 140 S Clinton St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 140 S Clinton St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/live-acoustic-music-at-cravingz-every-friday-night-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/ 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 Saturday from 7 to 9, Cravingz will be hopping to the live acoustic music of Phil Tolliver. What better way to enjoy the evening than to sit under the canopy of a cherry tree and sip on a chilled glass of beer or pinot grigio while jiving to upbeat tunes? Don’t forget to order a tasty sandwich and take a stroll around Judy Cook’s evolving creation of hollyhocks, cannas, hydrangeas and many other beautiful flowers. Cravingz famous large sandwiches are now available in half portions with fruit—just $3.99!
16 12th Annual All Clubs Day Motorcycle Show on Stockbridge Town Square 8:00 am-4:00 pm 09/16/2018 Stockbridge Town Square, South Center Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States Stockbridge Town Square, South Center Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States Stockbridge Town Square, South Center Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/12th-annual-all-clubs-day-motorcycle-show-on-stockbridge-town-square/ Sunday, September 16 ~ 12 noon to 4 pm ~ FREE All You Can Eat Country Breakfast ~ 8 am to noon ~ First Presbyterian Church Hall in downtown Stockbridge Pulled Pork Lunch ~ noon to 3 pm ~ Stockbridge Lions Club ~ Behind Town Hall in Ambulance driveway The show will feature: vintage, classic & remarkable motorcycles. Participation is by invitation only. Spectators are welcome! Information: Suzi 517-851-7437. Sponsored by Stockbridge Downtown Development Authority. Street lined with motorcycles. Live at the Library―SongLab 2018 1:30 pm-3:30 pm 09/16/2018 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/live-at-the-library%e2%80%95songlab-2018-2/ Hear original music and support the Stockbridge music scene on September 15 and 16. Come to CADL Stockbridge and enter multiple drawings to win a free $20 gift card to a local eatery. (Must be present to win.) Performances will be held at CADL Stockbridge. Located at 200 Wood St., Stockbridge. Saturday, Sept. 15 12:00 pm ~ Larry Guenther: singer-songwriter, various genres 1:30 pm ~ Letha Allen: singer-songwriter, various genres Sunday, Sept. 16 1:30 pm ~ Harold Henry: original religious music 2:30 pm ~ Jack Falk: singer-songwriter, various genres All shows are free. Drawings will be held periodically. Start times are approximate. SongLab is a new, unique event putting a spotlight on original music. Four acts have been chosen to perform their original songs at CADL Stockbridge. The songs will be recorded, and the library will create CDs that will be available for borrowing through the CADL collection. We also plan to make the music available via streaming from the CADL website. Each act will receive an $80 gift card from Marshall Music and will be entered into a drawing to win $300 in professional recording studio time at Troubadour Recording Studios in Lansing. Behind the effort is the library’s desire to help local musicians get heard and to partner with them as they develop their careers, as well as to add locally imagined and produced content to the CADL collection. As CADL Stockbridge nears the completion of its eighth year coordinating the Market Music Series of Friday night concerts on the village square throughout the summer, we are excited about this new phase of involvement with the local music community!	17	18 Be Fit: 8-Week Fall Session 3:30 pm-4:30 pm 09/18/2018 Stockbridge Wellness Center 5116 S M 106, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 5116 S M 106, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/be-fit-8-week-fall-session/ Inspire your youth to have a regular fitness routine with this 8-week fitness program. This fun and motivating exercise program is a great way to stay active this fall! All fitness levels are encouraged to join! Tuesdays & Thursdays, September 18 – November 8 3:30 – 4:30 pm 12 – 18 year olds in Stockbridge School District Evan Fletcher, Instructor __________________________________ Includes: Pre-Assessment Individualized Exercise Guidelines (2) One-Hour Instructor-Led Fitness Classes Per Week Unlimited Access to Stockbridge Wellness Center Post Assessment Feedback Session/Meal/Prize Provided by Grant Funds through the 5 Healthy Towns Foundation and a collaboration between Stockbridge Wellness Coalition, Stockbridge Wellness Center and Stockbridge Community Schools. For more information or to register contact Kari Goorhouse at 734-214-0235. 5116 S. M-106, Stockbridge │ stockbridgewellness.org │ 517-851-4486 Gregory Community Church Clothes Closet 6:00 pm-8:00 pm 09/18/2018 Gregory Community Church, 126 Church Street, Gregory, MI, United States Gregory Community Church, 126 Church Street, Gregory, MI, United States Gregory Community Church, 126 Church Street, Gregory, MI, United States https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/gregory-community-church-clothes-closet-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/ Happens every 1st Saturday, 10-noon; 3rd Tuesday, 6-8pm of the month Free clothing: Men’s, Women’s, and Children’s *Escape from the Stockbridge Library! 7:15 pm-8:45 pm 09/18/2018 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/escape-from-the-stockbridge-library/ Evil librarian Paul has turned the Stockbridge Library into a law library and locked you and your friends inside! To escape and restore the library to its rightful state, you must work through clues left behind by the other librarians—get the key, make your escape, and tell Paul’s boss! Tuesday, Sept. 18 • 7:15–8:45 p.m.	19 Coffee Chat 11:00 am-12:00 pm 09/19/2018 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/coffee-chat-4-2/ Connect with other community members on Wednesday mornings. Talk about local events, favorite books or movies, new reads, or whatever comes up. Wednesdays, Sept. 12–Dec. 19 • 11 a.m.–12 p.m.	20 Third Thursday LEGO Junior Makers (Ages 4–7) 4:00 pm-5:00 pm 09/20/2018 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/third-thursday-lego-junior-makers-ages-4-7/ 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! Thursdays, Sept. 20, Oct. 18 & Nov.15 • 4–5 p.m. Stockbridge Area Wellness Coalition (SWAC) Meeting every 3rd Thursday of the Month 5:30 pm-7:00 pm 09/20/2018 https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/stockbridge-area-wellness-coalition-swac-meeting-every-3rd-thursday-of-the-month-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/ We meet the 3rd Thursday of every month room 108, Middle School, 5:30.	21 OPEN AIR MARKET—THIS FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 4:00 pm-7:00 pm 09/21/2018 Stockbridge Town Square, South Center Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States Stockbridge Town Square, South Center Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States Stockbridge Town Square, South Center Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/open-air-market-2018-opening-day-on-the-square-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/ Your hometown market will have amazing fruits and veggies this week. Betty will have apples, melons, plums, beans, beets, sweet potatoes and more. Lake Divide will have greens, kohlrabi, potatoes, tomatoes, garlic, herbs and much more. Pregitzer will have CORN! Also, you can buy honey, cheese, jams, bread, pies, other baked goods, soaps & candles and more. COMING October 5: we will have VOTER REGISTRATION for Stockbridge Twp. residents from 4 to 7 pm. October 5: Jackie’s pesto returns. October 12: Shoreline Alaskan Wild Salmon returns. Come meet the Fishermen! This week, enjoy the music of Full Circles 5:30 to 7 pm. Our Sponsor of the Month is Farmers State Bank and they will be giving out FREE popcorn every Friday! For more info, call Suzi 517-851-7437. Market Music Series on the Town Square 5:30 pm-7:00 pm 09/21/2018 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/market-music-series-on-the-town-square-3-2-2-2/ If any summer music dates were postponed due to weather, they may be rescheduled for these evenings. CADL Stockbridge and our community partners invite you to enjoy live music at the Stockbridge Open Air Market. Fridays, Sept. 7–28 • 5:30–7 p.m.	22 FALL CLEAN-UP DAY 10:00 am-2:00 pm 09/22/2018 Stockbridge Area Emergency Services Authority 1009 S Clinton St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 1009 S Clinton St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/fall-clean-up-day/ Stockbridge Township and the Village of Stockbridge will be sponsoring a Fall Clean-Up on Saturday, September 22 from 10 am to 2 pm at 1009 S. Clinton St. (New SAESA Bldg.) Stockbridge residents only may bring in items to be recycled; proof of residence is required. Items accepted include: household/lawn furniture mattresses flooring in 4-foot sections shingles in small amounts dry paint cans all types of tires scrap metal Items not accepted include: TVs computers spray paint cans Containers will be available for used motor oil, liquid paint and antifreeze. Note: The 2018 SHS football team will be holding a scrap metal drive; any metals will be accepted. MUSIC, DRINKS AND FOOD AT CRAVINGZ THURS. & SAT. NIGHTS 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 09/22/2018 Cravingz 140 S Clinton St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 140 S Clinton St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/live-acoustic-music-at-cravingz-every-friday-night-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/ 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 Saturday from 7 to 9, Cravingz will be hopping to the live acoustic music of Phil Tolliver. What better way to enjoy the evening than to sit under the canopy of a cherry tree and sip on a chilled glass of beer or pinot grigio while jiving to upbeat tunes? Don’t forget to order a tasty sandwich and take a stroll around Judy Cook’s evolving creation of hollyhocks, cannas, hydrangeas and many other beautiful flowers. Cravingz famous large sandwiches are now available in half portions with fruit—just $3.99!
23	24	25	26 Coffee Chat 11:00 am-12:00 pm 09/26/2018 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/coffee-chat-4-2-2/ Connect with other community members on Wednesday mornings. Talk about local events, favorite books or movies, new reads, or whatever comes up. Wednesdays, Sept. 12–Dec. 19 • 11 a.m.–12 p.m. Preschool Storytime with Crafts (Ages 3–6) 12:15 pm-1:00 pm 09/26/2018 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/preschool-storytime-with-crafts-ages-3-6-3/ Preschool Storytime with Crafts (Ages 3–6) Designed especially for 3–6 year olds, but younger patrons welcome with close adult supervision. Wednesdays, Sept. 26–Oct. 24 • 12:15–1 p.m.	27 Fall Family Fun Night 5:00 pm-7:00 pm 09/27/2018 Heritage Elementary School 222 Western Ave, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 222 Western Ave, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/fall-family-fun-night/ Please join us for this FREE fun filled evening at Heritage School on September 27 from 5 to 7 pm. Learn about Wonders and our K-6 reading program! Activities: Face Painting, Book Fair, Five Healthy Towns, Cider and Donuts, Stockbridge Library, Cake Walk, Check Out a Fire Truck, Police Car and Ambulance, SRSLY, Title One, Adiska Dental, Pumpkin Painting, Basket Toss, Critter Guy, Tattoos, Don’t worry about Dinner! Pizza concessions will be available for purchase! Bring 5 or more non-perishable food items and enter to win a Family League Pass for the 2018-2019 season. The winner will be announced October 5th. For more information, contact Michelle Hilla at 517.710.4095 or hillam@panthernet.net	28 Book Discussion Group 12:00 pm-1:00 pm 09/28/2018 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/book-discussion-group-4/ Book Discussion Group Selected Fridays • 12–1 p.m. Enjoy refreshments and join the discussion! Sept. 28: Sons and Soldiers: The untold story of the Jews who escaped the Nazis and returned with the U.S. Army to fight Hitler, by Bruce B. Henderson Oct. 26: Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage murders and the birth of the FBI, by David Grann Nov. 30: Dead Wake: The last crossing of the Lusitania, by Erik Larson Market Music Series on the Town Square 5:30 pm-7:00 pm 09/28/2018 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/market-music-series-on-the-town-square-3-2/ If any summer music dates were postponed due to weather, they may be rescheduled for these evenings. CADL Stockbridge and our community partners invite you to enjoy live music at the Stockbridge Open Air Market. Fridays, Sept. 7–28 • 5:30–7 p.m. Drop-in Minecraft Game Night (Ages 8–15) 7:00 pm-8:30 pm 09/28/2018 Stockbridge Library 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/drop-in-minecraft-game-night-ages-8-15-2/ Drop-in Minecraft Game Night (Ages 8–15) Drop in after hours to play Minecraft! Bring your own device with Minecraft installed, or use our computers (no account needed; seating on a first-come basis). We’ll provide refreshments plus other activities like LEGOs and board games. Younger children welcome with adult supervision. Friday, Sept. 28 • 7–8:30 p.m.	29
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