Stockbridge Community News

ABBOTT & FILLMORE AGENCY—FULL SERVICE SINCE 1946

We compare several different top insurance companies for you. We have clients in all areas...
School bond goals and rationale. Your vote matters.

by Brian Friddle On Nov. 4, residents in the Stockbridge Community School District will have...
Stockbridge Community Calendar
Staff Spotlight: Biology and physics teacher Abby Nicholson can even make the quadratic formula fun!

by Mary Jo David If she couldn't land a career as Hannah Montana, teaching was...
Rural Perspectives: Walkingsticks difficult to see high up in the trees

by Diane Constable The common, or northern walkingstick is a champion of camouflage. It can...

June 4, 2018 Hope Salyer 1 Sports, Stockbridge,

Coach Clyde Whitaker’s T-ball team held its first practice of the year Monday, June 4...

June 3, 2018 Hope Salyer 2 Community Events, events, News,

by Judy Williams Tim McGraw’s “Chase your dreams but always know the road that’ll lead...

June 2, 2018 Hope Salyer 0 Death notice, News, Obituary, Stockbridge,

Max Boyce, Stockbridge -died May 31, 2018, Memorial Service Tuesday June 5 11:00 a.m at Millville...

June 1, 2018 Hope Salyer 0 News, Obituary,

Edward Peter Grumelot, 79, born March 22nd, 1939, in Hamburg, MI passed away May 31st,...

June 1, 2018 Hope Salyer 0 News, Stockbridge Community Schools, Stockbridge High School, Uncaged Student News,

A special video project of Stockbridge High School’s student media outlet won first-place honors in...

June 1, 2018 Hope Salyer 0 Community Events, events, News, Stockbridge Township, Village of Stockbridge News,

revised 6/7/2018 by Matt Pegouskie Lakelands Trail State Park has been renamed in honor of...

May 31, 2018 Hope Salyer 0 Death notice, News, Obituary, Unadilla township,

Edward Peter Grumelot, Unadilla died May 31, 2018 - Visitation June 1, 2018 from 6-8 p,m....

May 30, 2018 Hope Salyer 0 Stockbridge, Stockbridge Community News, Stockbridge Community Schools, Stockbridge High School,

The Lady Panthers beat Livonia Ladywood on Tuesday night in the opening round of the MHSAA district...

May 30, 2018 Hope Salyer 0 News, Police, Stockbridge,

Stockbridge Police responded to the following complaints this week: 05/15/18, 9:40 pm: Assist Ingham Co....

May 30, 2018 Hope Salyer 0 News, Stockbridge Community Schools,

by Patrice Johnson The article below contains excerpts from an article by Judy Reed, reprinted...

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January 29 - February 04

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ANIMAL TRACKS
2:00 pm-3:00 pm
01/29/2023
Eddy Discovery Center
17030 Bush Rd, Chelsea, MI 48118, USA

https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/animal-tracks/
ANIMAL TRACKS: 2:00-3:00 p.m., Sunday, January 29. Are you curious about the tracks you see on winter walks? Join Naturalist Robert Ayotte for an illustrated discussion of animal tracking in Michigan. We will focus on print patterns found in snow and learn about track stride and straddle. We will also review some common mammal signs and scats. If there is snow, we will add a one-hour hike on Discovery Center trails to look for tracks and other signs. Be prepared for icy trails. Cost: $2/person or $5/family. Eddy Discovery Center, 17030 Bush Rd. in the Waterloo Recreation Area near Chelsea. Register for this program at 734-475-3170.
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Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention—Tues/Thurs
7:00 am-8:00 am
01/31/2023
https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/tai-chi-for-arthritis-and-fall-prevention-tues-thurs/
Jan. 10 – Mar. 9, 2023, 7-8am, Online
Helps people with or without arthritis to improve balance, both mentally and physically, which helps significantly reduce the rate of falls experienced by older adults.
RELAX Alternatives to Anger Jan 10-31
8:00 am-9:00 am
01/31/2023
https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/relax-alternatives-to-anger-jan-10-31/
Jan. 10 – Jan. 31, 2023, 8-9am, Online
A four-part educational series designed to help adults increase their knowledge about anger issues and put anger management and healthy relationship skills into practice.
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Make a Valentine for Seniors (All Ages)
12:00 am
02/01/2023
Capital Area District Library - Stockbridge Library
134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA

https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/make-a-valentine-for-seniors-all-ages/
Brighten someone’s day with a Valentine card. Once again we are partnering with the
Stockbridge Area Senior Center to provide Valentine cards to area seniors receiving
Meals on Wheels services. We will have supplies out so you can create cards that we
will donate to the senior center. You can make extras to give to family and friends.
Feb. 1 to 8 during open hours.
Family Storytime (Ages up to 6)
10:30 am-11:00 am
02/01/2023
Capital Area District Library - Stockbridge Library
134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA

https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/family-storytime-ages-up-to-6/
Join us Wednesdays for engaging stories, songs, and activities to help build early literacy skills.
Wednesdays, starting Jan. 11, 18 & 25 • 10:30–11:00 a.m.
Family Story Time
10:30 am-11:00 am
02/01/2023
Capital Area District Library - Stockbridge Library
134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA

https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/family-story-time/
Family Story Time on Wednesdays from 10:30- 11am
Mortgage 101: How Much Home Can You Afford?
12:00 pm-1:00 pm
02/01/2023
https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/mortgage-101-how-much-home-can-you-afford/
Feb. 1, 2023, 12–1pm, Zoom
Looking to buy a home? Learn how to calculate how much home you can afford based on your current income.
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Make a Valentine for Seniors (All Ages)
12:00 am
02/02/2023
Capital Area District Library - Stockbridge Library
134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA

https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/make-a-valentine-for-seniors-all-ages/
Brighten someone’s day with a Valentine card. Once again we are partnering with the
Stockbridge Area Senior Center to provide Valentine cards to area seniors receiving
Meals on Wheels services. We will have supplies out so you can create cards that we
will donate to the senior center. You can make extras to give to family and friends.
Feb. 1 to 8 during open hours.
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention—Tues/Thurs
7:00 am-8:00 am
02/02/2023
https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/tai-chi-for-arthritis-and-fall-prevention-tues-thurs/
Jan. 10 – Mar. 9, 2023, 7-8am, Online
Helps people with or without arthritis to improve balance, both mentally and physically, which helps significantly reduce the rate of falls experienced by older adults.
SLEEP: Sleep Education for Everyone
9:00 am-9:30 pm
02/02/2023
https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/sleep-sleep-education-for-everyone/
Jan. 5, 2023 – Feb. 9, 2023 (Thursdays), 9-9:30am, Zoom
A program for everyone who is looking for more sleep or better quality of sleep.
Coffee Chat (Adults)
10:30 am-11:30 am
02/02/2023
Capital Area District Library - Stockbridge Library
134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA

https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/coffee-chat-adults-2/
Connect with other community members on Thursday mornings.
10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Guiding Principles for Highly Successful Parenting Webinar Series
11:30 am-1:00 pm
02/02/2023
https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/guiding-principles-for-highly-successful-parenting-webinar-series/
Jan. 5 – Feb. 2, 2023, 11:30am-1:00pm, Online
A FREE online course for parents of toddlers to teens to learn strategies for helping children, parents and families be successful.
Preserving MI Harvest- Beans, Beans and More Beans
1:00 pm-2:00 pm
02/02/2023
https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/preserving-mi-harvest-beans-beans-and-more-beans/
Feb. 2, 2023 1-2 pm and 6-7 pm, Zoom Webinar
Beans, beans, beans. This program will teach how to home-can dry beans, from start to finish, using a pressure canner. Also, learn about preparing the finished product.
Preserving MI Harvest- Beans, Beans and More Beans
6:00 pm-7:00 pm
02/02/2023
https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/preserving-mi-harvest-beans-beans-and-more-beans-2/
Feb. 2, 2023 1-2 pm and 6-7 pm, Zoom Webinar
Beans, beans, beans. This program will teach how to home-can dry beans, from start to finish, using a pressure canner. Also, learn about preparing the finished product.
Mindfulness for Wellbeing
7:00 pm-9:00 pm
02/02/2023
https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/mindfulness-for-wellbeing/
Jan. 5 – Feb. 23, 2023, 7-9pm (Thursdays), Online
A science-based mindfulness training. Discover how mindfulness can make dramatically positive shifts in your physical and mental health.

Art vs Science Drop-in Lab (Ages 8 & up)

12:00 am

02/03/2023

Capital Area District Library - Stockbridge Library

134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA

Is it arty science or sciency art? Every two weeks a new project comes out to stretch
brain cells and tickle imaginations. Available while supplies last.
Fridays, Feb. 3, Valentine Rocks and Feb. 17, Binary Code Bracelets

Make a Valentine for Seniors (All Ages)

12:00 am

02/03/2023

Capital Area District Library - Stockbridge Library

134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA

Brighten someone’s day with a Valentine card. Once again we are partnering with the
Stockbridge Area Senior Center to provide Valentine cards to area seniors receiving
Meals on Wheels services. We will have supplies out so you can create cards that we
will donate to the senior center. You can make extras to give to family and friends.
Feb. 1 to 8 during open hours.

Keep Calm and Carry Yarn (Teens & Adults)

1:00 pm-2:00 pm

02/03/2023

Capital Area District Library - Stockbridge Library

134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA

Meet with fellow fiber crafters, show off your projects and learn from each other.
Fridays, Feb. 3 & 17 • 1–2 p.m.

Livingston Link-Up Invites Professionals To Come Meet Their Fellow Public Service Providers

4:00 pm-6:30 pm

02/03/2023

Community Church in Brighton

7526 Grand River Ave, Brighton, MI 48114, USA


For Immediate Release January 18, 2023 HOWELL, Mich. – The Livingston Link-Up invites business professionals, medical personnel, care providers, and those who assist residents in need to their free event Friday, February 3^rd from 4 – 6:30 p.m. at 2\|42 Community Church in Brighton (7526 Grand River Ave.) This is the perfect opportunity for professionals and organizations to meet up with the people and groups working on local issues. Your referrals, insights, volunteerism, and financial support might be the missing link in solving some of our shared community challenges! “This event provides an opportunity for Livingston County agencies and organizations to network and build relationships that will last beyond the event and lead to collaboration across sectors which further supports our residents in need,” said Amy Johnston, the Community Collaborative Planner for the Livingston County Human Services Collaborative Body. Register here https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07ejhhqx8dd0227936&oseq=&c=&ch to save your spot for the event. The deadline to register is January 25^th, so be sure to sign up today. This networking event is sponsored by the Bank of Ann Arbor Livingston and The Livingston County United Way.

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Make a Valentine for Seniors (All Ages)
All day
02/04/2023
Capital Area District Library - Stockbridge Library
134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA

https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/make-a-valentine-for-seniors-all-ages/
Brighten someone’s day with a Valentine card. Once again we are partnering with the
Stockbridge Area Senior Center to provide Valentine cards to area seniors receiving
Meals on Wheels services. We will have supplies out so you can create cards that we
will donate to the senior center. You can make extras to give to family and friends.
Feb. 1 to 8 during open hours.

ABBOTT & FILLMORE AGENCY—FULL SERVICE SINCE 1946

School bond goals and rationale. Your vote matters.

Stockbridge Community Calendar

Staff Spotlight: Biology and physics teacher Abby Nicholson can even make the quadratic formula fun!

Rural Perspectives: Walkingsticks difficult to see high up in the trees

Coach Clyde Whitaker’s T-ball team holds its first practice of the summer

SHS Class of 2018 graduation: Youth cross bridge to a promising future

Death Notice

Obituary: Edward Peter Grumelot

STOCKBRIDGE HS VIDEO PROJECT WINS MIPA SPECIAL PROJECTS CONTEST

Trail advocates celebrate local improvements and rename trail after philanthropist

Death Notice

Stockbridge High School Varsity Softball beat Ladywood High School 7-2

Police Blotter

Superintendent Heidrich selected as finalist for superintendent position in Cedar Springs

ANIMAL TRACKS

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention—Tues/Thurs

RELAX Alternatives to Anger Jan 10-31

Make a Valentine for Seniors (All Ages)

Family Storytime (Ages up to 6)

Family Story Time

Mortgage 101: How Much Home Can You Afford?

Make a Valentine for Seniors (All Ages)

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention—Tues/Thurs

SLEEP: Sleep Education for Everyone

Coffee Chat (Adults)

Guiding Principles for Highly Successful Parenting Webinar Series

Preserving MI Harvest- Beans, Beans and More Beans

Preserving MI Harvest- Beans, Beans and More Beans

Mindfulness for Wellbeing

Art vs Science Drop-in Lab (Ages 8 & up)

Make a Valentine for Seniors (All Ages)

Keep Calm and Carry Yarn (Teens & Adults)

Livingston Link-Up Invites Professionals To Come Meet Their Fellow Public Service Providers

For Immediate Release

January 18, 2023

Make a Valentine for Seniors (All Ages)