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< 2018 >

May 06 - May 12

06
All Clubs Ride
10:00 am-3:00 pm
05/06/2018
Stockbridge Town Square
125 S Clinton St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA

https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/all-clubs-ride/
Sunday May 6 on the square—Coffee & Donuts, mini swap meet and friends on motorcycles!
07
No events
08
Free Mental Health Screening
8:30 am-11:00 am
05/08/2018
St. Joe's Chelsea
775 S Main St, Chelsea, MI 48118, USA

https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/free-mental-health-screening/
St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea – Free Mental Health Screening:
Just like blood pressure screenings are helpful for physical health, screenings can be helpful for our mental health. Mental health screenings are offered at no cost by a licensed professional who will help develop an appropriate, individualized plan of support.
Tuesday, May 8 8:30-11am to schedule call 734-680-5312
09
Coffee Chat
11:00 am-12:00 pm
05/09/2018
Stockbridge Library
200 S Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA

https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/coffee-chat-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
Welcome spring by connecting with other community members on Wednesday
mornings. Talk about local events, favorite books or movies, new reads, or whatever
comes up.
Wednesdays, March 7–May 30 • 11 a.m.–12 p.m
Join SRSLY May 9 To Learn the Facts About Vaping
6:00 pm-7:00 pm
05/09/2018
Stockbridge Jr/Sr High School
416 N Clinton St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA

https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/join-srsly-may-9-to-learn-about-vaping/
This free program, presented by St. Joseph Mercy Health System, will be held on Wednesday, May 9 from 6-7 pm at the Stockbridge Jr/Sr High School.
Participants will learn:
* What a vape is and how it is used.
* What are the harmful effects of its use.
* What are the legal issues surrounding vaping.
For more information, visit SRSLY’s Blog.
10
Pastor's Conference & Zip Line
9:30 am-2:45 pm
05/10/2018
EchoCenter
4612 Parman Rd, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA

https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/pastors-conference-zip-line/
We want to be a blessing to the greater mid-Michigan community by opening the EchoCenter. Pastors, Youth Pastors and Youth Leaders are encouraged to attend the Pastors Conference on Thursday, May 10^th.
For information, to view the itinerary or to RSVP by Monday, May 7^th, go to www.echo.love/events.
The EchoCenter is a high adventure event center that offers zip lines and an outdoor team-building low ropes course. They also provide a spacious meeting area and commercial kitchen.
The EchoCenter is a faith-based Christian non-profit organization located in Stockbridge, Michigan that provides a Christ-centered high adventure and team-building event center that inspires and challenges people to show God’s love to others through charitable giving and acts of service.
Their mission is to encourage the community to help those in need, year-round. They do this by partnering with event guests to give back to a charity as part of the minimal fee to use the EchoCenter. The EchoCenter sits on 170+ acres of property and offers outdoor amenities like biking on maintained trails, a low ropes course with 11 elements and 5 zip lines and a repelling wall.
We ask that you please RSVP to either event at www.echo.love/events by Monday, May 7th.
Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest @SelflessEcho.
LIVE ACOUSTIC MUSIC AT CRAVINGZ EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT
6:00 pm-8:00 pm
05/10/2018
Cravingz
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/
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.

St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea to host peer-to-peer mental illness educational program
6:00 pm-8:00 pm
05/10/2018
St. Joe's Chelsea
775 S Main St, Chelsea, MI 48118, USA

https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/st-joseph-mercy-chelsea-to-host-peer-to-peer-mental-illness-educational-program-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea and The National Alliance on Mental Illness of Washtenaw County will host a free peer-to-peer educational program for families, friends and caregivers of individuals diagnosed with a mental illness such as major depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder and posttraumatic stress disorder. The class will be led by trained peer mentors who also live with mental illness. This is not a support group, but a supportive, safe and confidential program.
This course teaches the basics about serious brain disorders and treatments, helps connect people to others who share a similar experience and teaches important skills and coping techniques for their difficult journey.
Class meets weekly and starts:
Date: Thursday, March 15, 2018 for 12 weeks.
Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
Location: St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea, 775 S. Main Street, Chelsea, MI
There is no cost for this class but registration is required. Please call Kathy Walz, Behavioral Health Navigator at 734-680-5312 to register.
St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea to host family-to-family mental illness educational program
6:00 pm-8:30 pm
05/10/2018
St. Joe's Chelsea
775 S Main St, Chelsea, MI 48118, USA

https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/st-joseph-mercy-chelsea-to-host-family-to-family-mental-illness-educational-program-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea and The National Alliance on Mental Illness of Washtenaw County will host a free family-to-family educational program for families, friends and caregivers of individuals diagnosed with a mental illness such as major depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder and posttraumatic stress disorder.
This course will teach the basics about serious brain disorders and treatments, help connect people to community resources and teach important skills and coping techniques for their difficult journey.
The educational program consists of a series of 12 weekly classes structured to help parents, friends, and caregivers understand and support individuals with serious mental illness while maintaining their own well-being.
Class meets weekly and starts:
Date: Thursday, March 15, 2018 for 12 weeks.
Time: 6 – 8:30 p.m.
Location: St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea, 775 S. Main Street, Chelsea, MI
Please call 734-680-5312 to register and to speak with Kathy Walz, Behavioral Health Navigator at St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea.
11
Market Music Series
4:00 pm-7:00 pm
05/11/2018
https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/market-music-series-held-off-site-2/
Visit our information table at the Open Air Market of
Stockbridge, and enjoy live music every Friday (weather
permitting.) Market Music is presented with help from
the Stockbridge DDA, Stockbridge Area Arts Council,
Stockbridge Area Chamber of Commerce, the Friends of
the Stockbridge Library, and CADL’s Stockbridge branch.
Fridays, May 4–Aug. 31 (skip June 15)
Market 4–7 p.m.; Music 5:30–7 p.m
Open Air Market
4:00 pm-7:00 pm
05/11/2018
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/
Join Us Friday, May 11 from 4 pm to 7 pm
Market Music from 5:30 pm to 7 pm — featuring Gary Allen
For more info, call Suzi 517-851-7437.

FOR ALL AGES Market Music Series
5:30 pm-7:00 pm
05/11/2018
Stockbridge Town Square, South Center Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States
Stockbridge Town Square, South Center Street, Stockbridge, MI, United States

https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/for-all-ages-market-music-series-2/
The library and other community partners present live music at the
Stockbridge Open Air Market on Fridays throughout the month, weather permitting.
Fridays, May 4–25 • 5:30–7 p.m.
Pastor Mark Hemans from New Zealand - Miracle Meetings
6:30 pm
05/11/2018
EchoCenter
4612 Parman Rd, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA

https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/pastors-conference-zip-line-2/
The General Public is invited to join our Miracle Meetings with Pastor Mark Hemans of New Zealand on Friday, May 11^th and Saturday, May 12^th.
For information, to view the itinerary or to RSVP by Monday, May 7^th, go to www.echo.love/events.
The EchoCenter is a high adventure event center that offers zip lines and an outdoor team-building low ropes course. They also provide a spacious meeting area and commercial kitchen.
The EchoCenter is a faith-based Christian non-profit organization located in Stockbridge, Michigan that provides a Christ-centered high adventure and team-building event center that inspires and challenges people to show God’s love to others through charitable giving and acts of service.
Their mission is to encourage the community to help those in need, year-round. They do this by partnering with event guests to give back to a charity as part of the minimal fee to use the EchoCenter. The EchoCenter sits on 170+ acres of property and offers outdoor amenities like biking on maintained trails, a low ropes course with 11 elements and 5 zip lines and a repelling wall.
We ask that you please RSVP to either event at www.echo.love/events by Monday, May 7th.
Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest @SelflessEcho.
12
St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea to Sponsor 29th annual Heart and Sole Run, Walk and Bike
12:00 am
05/12/2018
Chelsea High School
740 N Freer Rd, Chelsea, MI 48118, USA

https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/st-joseph-mercy-chelsea-to-sponsor-29th-annual-heart-and-sole-run-walk-and-bike/
CHELSEA, Mich. (April 18, 2018) – St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea will sponsor the 29th annual Heart and Sole Run, Walk and Bike on Saturday, May 12 at Chelsea High School.
Once again, all proceeds raised will benefit Behavioral Health Services at St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea.
The race will offer several distance options for participants including a 10K, 5K and 2 mile run; a 5K and 2 mile walk; and a 13.8 mile bike. All races start and finish in the Chelsea High School parking lot, located just off of Trinkle Road.
Online registration for the race is currently open at www.chelseaheartandsole.org.
For all races, the registration fee for adults is $27 and $15 for youths (13 years and younger). A late fee will be accessed for adult registrations received after 11 p.m. on May 9.
Start Times:
· Bike 8:15 a.m.
· 5K/10K Run/Walk 9:30 a.m.
· 2 Mile Run/Walk 9:40 a.m.
St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea offers a continuum of behavioral health services to meet the specific needs of patients and their families. These services include inpatient, outpatient, and day treatment programs. Coordination among these services allows patients to move from one level of care to another as their needs change. Patients and families are assured of personal, thoughtful care that addresses the physical, psychological and social aspects of well-being.
Pastor Mark Hemans from New Zealand - Miracle Meetings
6:30 pm
05/12/2018
EchoCenter
4612 Parman Rd, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA

https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/pastors-conference-zip-line-2-2/
The General Public is invited to join our Miracle Meetings with Pastor Mark Hemans of New Zealand on Friday, May 11^th and Saturday, May 12^th.
For information, to view the itinerary or to RSVP by Monday, May 7^th, go to www.echo.love/events.
The EchoCenter is a high adventure event center that offers zip lines and an outdoor team-building low ropes course. They also provide a spacious meeting area and commercial kitchen.
The EchoCenter is a faith-based Christian non-profit organization located in Stockbridge, Michigan that provides a Christ-centered high adventure and team-building event center that inspires and challenges people to show God’s love to others through charitable giving and acts of service.
Their mission is to encourage the community to help those in need, year-round. They do this by partnering with event guests to give back to a charity as part of the minimal fee to use the EchoCenter. The EchoCenter sits on 170+ acres of property and offers outdoor amenities like biking on maintained trails, a low ropes course with 11 elements and 5 zip lines and a repelling wall.
We ask that you please RSVP to either event at www.echo.love/events by Monday, May 7th.
Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest @SelflessEcho.

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From CADL Stockbridge

All Clubs Ride

Free Mental Health Screening

Coffee Chat

Join SRSLY May 9 To Learn the Facts About Vaping

Pastor's Conference & Zip Line

LIVE ACOUSTIC MUSIC AT CRAVINGZ EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT

St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea to host peer-to-peer mental illness educational program

St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea to host family-to-family mental illness educational program

Market Music Series

Open Air Market

FOR ALL AGES Market Music Series

Pastor Mark Hemans from New Zealand - Miracle Meetings

St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea to Sponsor 29th annual Heart and Sole Run, Walk and Bike

Pastor Mark Hemans from New Zealand - Miracle Meetings