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May 17, 2018 Judy Williams 0 Community Events, events, News, Stockbridge Area Garden Club,

by Patrice Johnson. Photo credits: Judy Williams Nearly 30 women from the area gathered at...

May 16, 2018 Hope Salyer 3 Business, News, Stockbridge Area Genealogical/Historical Society, Village of Stockbridge News, Village of Stockbridge Police Department,

Article by Bob Castle. Photos by Patrice Johnson The prior edition of the Stockbridge Community...

May 15, 2018 Hope Salyer 0 Announcement, Community Events, News, Stockbridge Community Schools, Stockbridge High School,

Photo Credit: Heather Asquith Photography They are crowned!

May 15, 2018 Hope Salyer 0 column, News, Stockbridge Community News,

by Rose Collison Trees are finally blooming and greening up. Flowers are starting to peek...

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Thank you to the families of deceased veterans who submitted background information about their loved ones...

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Friends of the Leslie Library will host a group family fun night at the Lansing...

May 14, 2018 Hope Salyer 0 Announcement, Community Events, events, News, Stockbridge Community Outreach,

Socks and smiles. Something as simple as a new pair of socks on your feet...

May 14, 2018 Hope Salyer 0 Business, Gregory, News,

by Patrice Johnson “Take care of all your memories. For you cannot relive them.” --Bob...

May 13, 2018 Judy Williams 0 events, News, Stockbridge Community Schools, Stockbridge High School,

by Judy Williams and Patrice Johnson Smiles and high energy ruled the night as prom-goers,...

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The Cardinals of Michigan Center traveled to Stockbridge on May 9 for a non-league soccer...

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January

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			1 Family Storytime (Ages up to 6) 10:30 am-11:00 am 01/01/2025 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/family-storytime-ages-up-to-6-11/2025-01-01/ Family Storytime (Ages up to 6), 10:30 to 11 a.m. at the Stockbridge Library	2	3	4
5	6	7	8 Family Storytime For Babies and Toddlers & Children. 10:30 am-11:00 am 01/08/2025 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/family-storytime-for-babies-and-toddlers-children/2025-01-08/ Family Storytime For Babies and Toddlers & Children. Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and activities to help build early literacy skills. Wednesdays: January 8, 15, 22, 29 and February 5, 12, 19, 26. Fridays: January 10, 17, 24, 31 and February 7, 14, 21, 28. 10:30-11 am Drop-in STEAM Activities 3:00 pm-5:00 pm 01/08/2025 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/drop-in-steam-activities/2025-01-08/ Drop-in STEAM Activities For Children, Tweens, Teens. Join us every Wednesday afternoon for a different hands-on activity. Younger children welcome with adult assistance. January 8, 15, 22, 29 and February 5, 12, 19, 26 3:00-5:00 pm	9 Coffee Chat 10:30 am-11:30 am 01/09/2025 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/coffee-chat-6/2025-01-09/ Coffee Chat For Adults. Connect with other community members on Thursday mornings. Thursdays, January 9, 16, 23, 30 and February 6, 13, 20, 27 10:30-11:30 am Diabetes PATH 11:00 am-12:00 pm 01/09/2025 https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/diabetes-path/2025-01-09/ Tri-County Office on Aging is offering a diabetes workshop called Diabetes PATH that meets via weekly phone calls. It does not require in person meetings or a computer/internet—it just requires a working phone. We will provide all the materials needed to participate and it’s free. The workshop begins Thursday, January 9	10 Family Storytime For Babies and Toddlers & Children. 10:30 am-11:00 am 01/10/2025 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/family-storytime-for-babies-and-toddlers-children/2025-01-10/ Family Storytime For Babies and Toddlers & Children. Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and activities to help build early literacy skills. Wednesdays: January 8, 15, 22, 29 and February 5, 12, 19, 26. Fridays: January 10, 17, 24, 31 and February 7, 14, 21, 28. 10:30-11 am	11
12	13 Fiber Arts with the Flock 1:00 pm-2:00 pm 01/13/2025 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/fiber-arts-with-the-flock-2/2025-01-13/ Fiber Arts with the Flock For Tweens, Teens, Adults. Share, create and learn from fellow fiber arts crafters. Knitting, crochet, cross- stitch or whatever fiber crafts you enjoy are welcome. Second and Fourth Mondays; January 13 & 27 and February 10 & 24 1:00-2:00 pm	14	15 Family Storytime For Babies and Toddlers & Children. 10:30 am-11:00 am 01/15/2025 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/family-storytime-for-babies-and-toddlers-children/2025-01-15/ Family Storytime For Babies and Toddlers & Children. Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and activities to help build early literacy skills. Wednesdays: January 8, 15, 22, 29 and February 5, 12, 19, 26. Fridays: January 10, 17, 24, 31 and February 7, 14, 21, 28. 10:30-11 am Drop-in STEAM Activities 3:00 pm-5:00 pm 01/15/2025 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/drop-in-steam-activities/2025-01-15/ Drop-in STEAM Activities For Children, Tweens, Teens. Join us every Wednesday afternoon for a different hands-on activity. Younger children welcome with adult assistance. January 8, 15, 22, 29 and February 5, 12, 19, 26 3:00-5:00 pm	16 Coffee Chat 10:30 am-11:30 am 01/16/2025 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/coffee-chat-6/2025-01-16/ Coffee Chat For Adults. Connect with other community members on Thursday mornings. Thursdays, January 9, 16, 23, 30 and February 6, 13, 20, 27 10:30-11:30 am Diabetes PATH 11:00 am-12:00 pm 01/16/2025 https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/diabetes-path/2025-01-16/ Tri-County Office on Aging is offering a diabetes workshop called Diabetes PATH that meets via weekly phone calls. It does not require in person meetings or a computer/internet—it just requires a working phone. We will provide all the materials needed to participate and it’s free. The workshop begins Thursday, January 9	17 Family Storytime For Babies and Toddlers & Children. 10:30 am-11:00 am 01/17/2025 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/family-storytime-for-babies-and-toddlers-children/2025-01-17/ Family Storytime For Babies and Toddlers & Children. Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and activities to help build early literacy skills. Wednesdays: January 8, 15, 22, 29 and February 5, 12, 19, 26. Fridays: January 10, 17, 24, 31 and February 7, 14, 21, 28. 10:30-11 am Stockbridge Community Outreach’s Winter & Spring Parent/Child Play & Learn Club 11:00 am-12:00 pm 01/17/2025 305 W Elizabeth St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 305 W Elizabeth St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 305 W Elizabeth St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/stockbridge-community-outreachs-winter-spring-parent-child-play-learn-club/2025-01-17/ Family Movie and Craft Night 4:00 pm-6:00 pm 01/17/2025 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/family-movie-and-craft-night/2025-01-17/ Family Movie and Craft Night Babies and Toddlers, Children, Tweens Come join us as we watch Ice Age and make a fun craft! Movie begins at 4:30. January 17, 4:00-6:00 pm	18 Open House 12:00 pm-2:00 pm 01/18/2025 https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/open-house/2025-01-18/ Escape to your own slice of country paradise! This updated 3-bedroom, 1-bath home sits on 3 gorgeous acres, complete with charming stone accents and a spacious barn. Inside, you’ll find cozy, modern touches that make it feel like home. Outside, soak up stunning views, watch wildlife, or dream big with all that open space. Ready to make the countryside your backyard? This gem is calling your name!
19	20	21 Third Tuesday Book Discussion Group 12:30 pm-1:30 pm 01/21/2025 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/third-tuesday-book-discussion-group/2025-01-21/ Third Tuesday Book Discussion Group For Adults. Read the chosen book of the month and join the discussion. This group meets at the Stockbridge Area Senior Center, 219 Elm Street, Stockbridge. January 21, Tom Lake by Anne Patchett February 18, The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBride 12:30-1:30 pm	22 Family Storytime For Babies and Toddlers & Children. 10:30 am-11:00 am 01/22/2025 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/family-storytime-for-babies-and-toddlers-children/2025-01-22/ Family Storytime For Babies and Toddlers & Children. Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and activities to help build early literacy skills. Wednesdays: January 8, 15, 22, 29 and February 5, 12, 19, 26. Fridays: January 10, 17, 24, 31 and February 7, 14, 21, 28. 10:30-11 am Drop-in STEAM Activities 3:00 pm-5:00 pm 01/22/2025 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/drop-in-steam-activities/2025-01-22/ Drop-in STEAM Activities For Children, Tweens, Teens. Join us every Wednesday afternoon for a different hands-on activity. Younger children welcome with adult assistance. January 8, 15, 22, 29 and February 5, 12, 19, 26 3:00-5:00 pm	23 Coffee Chat 10:30 am-11:30 am 01/23/2025 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/coffee-chat-6/2025-01-23/ Coffee Chat For Adults. Connect with other community members on Thursday mornings. Thursdays, January 9, 16, 23, 30 and February 6, 13, 20, 27 10:30-11:30 am Diabetes PATH 11:00 am-12:00 pm 01/23/2025 https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/diabetes-path/2025-01-23/ Tri-County Office on Aging is offering a diabetes workshop called Diabetes PATH that meets via weekly phone calls. It does not require in person meetings or a computer/internet—it just requires a working phone. We will provide all the materials needed to participate and it’s free. The workshop begins Thursday, January 9	24 Family Storytime For Babies and Toddlers & Children. 10:30 am-11:00 am 01/24/2025 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/family-storytime-for-babies-and-toddlers-children/2025-01-24/ Family Storytime For Babies and Toddlers & Children. Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and activities to help build early literacy skills. Wednesdays: January 8, 15, 22, 29 and February 5, 12, 19, 26. Fridays: January 10, 17, 24, 31 and February 7, 14, 21, 28. 10:30-11 am Stockbridge Community Outreach’s Winter & Spring Parent/Child Play & Learn Club 11:00 am-12:00 pm 01/24/2025 305 W Elizabeth St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 305 W Elizabeth St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 305 W Elizabeth St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/stockbridge-community-outreachs-winter-spring-parent-child-play-learn-club/2025-01-24/	25
26	27 Fiber Arts with the Flock 1:00 pm-2:00 pm 01/27/2025 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/fiber-arts-with-the-flock-2/2025-01-27/ Fiber Arts with the Flock For Tweens, Teens, Adults. Share, create and learn from fellow fiber arts crafters. Knitting, crochet, cross- stitch or whatever fiber crafts you enjoy are welcome. Second and Fourth Mondays; January 13 & 27 and February 10 & 24 1:00-2:00 pm	28	29 Family Storytime For Babies and Toddlers & Children. 10:30 am-11:00 am 01/29/2025 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/family-storytime-for-babies-and-toddlers-children/2025-01-29/ Family Storytime For Babies and Toddlers & Children. Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and activities to help build early literacy skills. Wednesdays: January 8, 15, 22, 29 and February 5, 12, 19, 26. Fridays: January 10, 17, 24, 31 and February 7, 14, 21, 28. 10:30-11 am Drop-in STEAM Activities 3:00 pm-5:00 pm 01/29/2025 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/drop-in-steam-activities/2025-01-29/ Drop-in STEAM Activities For Children, Tweens, Teens. Join us every Wednesday afternoon for a different hands-on activity. Younger children welcome with adult assistance. January 8, 15, 22, 29 and February 5, 12, 19, 26 3:00-5:00 pm	30 Coffee Chat 10:30 am-11:30 am 01/30/2025 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/coffee-chat-6/2025-01-30/ Coffee Chat For Adults. Connect with other community members on Thursday mornings. Thursdays, January 9, 16, 23, 30 and February 6, 13, 20, 27 10:30-11:30 am Diabetes PATH 11:00 am-12:00 pm 01/30/2025 https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/diabetes-path/2025-01-30/ Tri-County Office on Aging is offering a diabetes workshop called Diabetes PATH that meets via weekly phone calls. It does not require in person meetings or a computer/internet—it just requires a working phone. We will provide all the materials needed to participate and it’s free. The workshop begins Thursday, January 9	31 Family Storytime For Babies and Toddlers & Children. 10:30 am-11:00 am 01/31/2025 Capital Area District Library – Stockbridge Library 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/family-storytime-for-babies-and-toddlers-children/2025-01-31/ Family Storytime For Babies and Toddlers & Children. Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and activities to help build early literacy skills. Wednesdays: January 8, 15, 22, 29 and February 5, 12, 19, 26. Fridays: January 10, 17, 24, 31 and February 7, 14, 21, 28. 10:30-11 am Stockbridge Community Outreach’s Winter & Spring Parent/Child Play & Learn Club 11:00 am-12:00 pm 01/31/2025 305 W Elizabeth St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 305 W Elizabeth St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA 305 W Elizabeth St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/stockbridge-community-outreachs-winter-spring-parent-child-play-learn-club/2025-01-31/