Stockbridge Community News

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...
Get involved with SRSLY

SRSLY (text language for “seriously”) is a coalition of community members and partners working together...
The Open Air Market of Stockbridge is on the township square on October 10

During October, we are open from 4 to 6:30 p.m. ITEMS: vegetables, organic produce, herbs,...
Active Aging: Introducing ‘What’s Your Take?’ October’s featured member is Mary Schwark

by Stacey Mason The Stockbridge Area Senior Center is now regularly spotlighting a senior center...
Adiska Family Dental—Accepting New Patients

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

April 27, 2018 Hope Salyer 0 Sports, Stockbridge Community Schools, Stockbridge High School,

by Bruce Wm. Brown The Stockbridge girls varsity soccer team marked its third home season...

April 27, 2018 Hope Salyer 0 Meeting Minutes, Village of Stockbridge News,

VILLAGE OF STOCKBRIDGE Council Meeting 305 W. Elizabeth Street, Room #112 April 9, 2018 at 7:00pm...

April 26, 2018 Hope Salyer 0 News,

by Patrice Johnson Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades announced its Spring 2018 scorecard of patient safety...

April 26, 2018 Hope Salyer 0 News, Stockbridge Community Schools, Stockbridge High School,

Article and photos by Amy Haggerty Lissa Avis once walked the halls and studied in the classrooms...

April 25, 2018 Hope Salyer 0 News,

by Patrice Johnson Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades announced April 24 that St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea...

April 25, 2018 Hope Salyer 0 events, History, News, Stockbridge Township, Uncategorized,

by Ron Kaiser and Patrice Johnson One can only imagine the anguish of John and...

April 24, 2018 Hope Salyer 0 Announcement, Heritage Elementary School, News, Stockbridge Community Schools, Uncategorized,

By Cindy Lance Although only in sixth grade, Coco Cesarz is taking the lead in...

April 24, 2018 Hope Salyer 0 News, Stockbridge Area Educational Foundation,

by Bruce Wm. Brown The March evening at Heritage School ran late. Then constant...

April 23, 2018 Hope Salyer 0 News, Stockbridge,

By Patrice Johnson The stakes of the bloody Civil War couldn’t have been higher. If...

April 23, 2018 Hope Salyer 0 Community Events, News,

From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday, April 22, about a dozen volunteers gathered at Beckwith...

< 2023 >

February 05 - February 11

05
Make a Valentine for Seniors (All Ages)
All day
02/05/2023
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.
06
Make a Valentine for Seniors (All Ages)
All day
02/06/2023
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.
07
Make a Valentine for Seniors (All Ages)
12:00 am
02/07/2023
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
02/07/2023
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.
Sons of American Legion Meetings
7:00 pm-8:00 pm
02/07/2023
American Legion Mackinder Glenn
830 S Clinton St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA

https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/sons-of-american-legion-meetings/
Sons of American Legion Meetings: Stockbridge. Post 510. 1st Tuesday every month. 7pm
08
Blind Date with a Book (All Ages)
12:00 am
02/08/2023
Capital Area District Library - Stockbridge Library
134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA

https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/blind-date-with-a-book-all-ages/
You can’t judge a book by its cover. Really. Choose a wrapped book and besides
finding your next great read, you might win a prize. Randomly chosen books will include
a coupon for an instant prize and all will have an entry for a drawing. Books are on
display until February 22, but entry forms for the drawing can be turned in until the end
of the month.
Feb. 8 to 22 during open hours.
Make a Valentine for Seniors (All Ages)
12:00 am
02/08/2023
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.
Valentine’s Day Storytime (Ages up to 6)
10:30 am-11:00 am
02/08/2023
Capital Area District Library - Stockbridge Library
134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA

https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/valentines-day-storytime-ages-up-to-6/
Join a special storytime celebrating the holiday of love and friendship with stories,
songs, and a craft.
Wednesday, Feb. 8 • 10:30-11 a.m.
Family Storytime (Ages up to 6)
10:30 am-11:00 am
02/08/2023
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
02/08/2023
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
09
Blind Date with a Book (All Ages)
12:00 am
02/09/2023
Capital Area District Library - Stockbridge Library
134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA

https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/blind-date-with-a-book-all-ages/
You can’t judge a book by its cover. Really. Choose a wrapped book and besides
finding your next great read, you might win a prize. Randomly chosen books will include
a coupon for an instant prize and all will have an entry for a drawing. Books are on
display until February 22, but entry forms for the drawing can be turned in until the end
of the month.
Feb. 8 to 22 during open hours.
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention—Tues/Thurs
7:00 am-8:00 am
02/09/2023
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
02/09/2023
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
02/09/2023
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.
Mindfulness for Wellbeing
7:00 pm-9:00 pm
02/09/2023
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.
10
Blind Date with a Book (All Ages)
All day
02/10/2023
Capital Area District Library - Stockbridge Library
134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA

https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/blind-date-with-a-book-all-ages/
You can’t judge a book by its cover. Really. Choose a wrapped book and besides
finding your next great read, you might win a prize. Randomly chosen books will include
a coupon for an instant prize and all will have an entry for a drawing. Books are on
display until February 22, but entry forms for the drawing can be turned in until the end
of the month.
Feb. 8 to 22 during open hours.
11
Blind Date with a Book (All Ages)
12:00 am
02/11/2023
Capital Area District Library - Stockbridge Library
134 Wood St, Stockbridge, MI 49285, USA

https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/blind-date-with-a-book-all-ages/
You can’t judge a book by its cover. Really. Choose a wrapped book and besides
finding your next great read, you might win a prize. Randomly chosen books will include
a coupon for an instant prize and all will have an entry for a drawing. Books are on
display until February 22, but entry forms for the drawing can be turned in until the end
of the month.
Feb. 8 to 22 during open hours.
Chicken Supper at the Plainfield United Methodist Church
5:00 pm-7:00 pm
02/11/2023
Plainfield United methodist Church
17845 M-36, Gregory, MI 48137, USA

https://stockbridgecommunitynews.com/event/chicken-supper-at-the-plainfield-united-methodist-church-3-2/
Saturday, Feb 11th
Chicken Supper at the Plainfield United Methodist Church, 5 pm – ?
17845 M-36, Gregory, MI 48137
Takeouts only. Freewill donation. All are welcome.

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

Get involved with SRSLY

The Open Air Market of Stockbridge is on the township square on October 10

Active Aging: Introducing ‘What’s Your Take?’ October’s featured member is Mary Schwark

Adiska Family Dental—Accepting New Patients

Stockbridge girls varsity soccer beats Cheryl Stockwell Academy 6-1

VILLAGE OF STOCKBRIDGE Council Meeting 305 W. Elizabeth Street, Room #112 April 9, 2018 at 7:00pm UNAPPROVED Minutes

Area hospitals score (mostly) well in patient safety ratings

Staff Spotlight for May: Lissa Avis inspires hard work and success

St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea and UM Health System receive “A” grades for patient safety.

Five Bowdish Brothers troop off to the Civil War: Not all return

Student of the Month for May: Coco Cesarz takes the lead

Scholarship Awards: The end game of SAEF’s Festival of Tables

Memorial Day: Rooted in the kindness of two Michigan girls

Volunteers spring clean Beckwith Preserve

Make a Valentine for Seniors (All Ages)

Make a Valentine for Seniors (All Ages)

Make a Valentine for Seniors (All Ages)

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention—Tues/Thurs

Sons of American Legion Meetings

Blind Date with a Book (All Ages)

Make a Valentine for Seniors (All Ages)

Valentine’s Day Storytime (Ages up to 6)

Family Storytime (Ages up to 6)

Family Story Time

Blind Date with a Book (All Ages)

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention—Tues/Thurs

SLEEP: Sleep Education for Everyone

Coffee Chat (Adults)

Mindfulness for Wellbeing

Blind Date with a Book (All Ages)

Blind Date with a Book (All Ages)

Chicken Supper at the Plainfield United Methodist Church