Mr. Bruce R. Smith of the National Society Sons of the American Revolution is expected to attend the Rooks County Historical Society’s April 26th Celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary. Smith is Chairman of the SAR High School essay contest and will explain the various academic opportunities for students of all grade levels. Other SAR academic opportunities are available for social studies instructors will also be discussed.

Join the Damar Knights of Columbus for their annual Pancake Feed this Sunday, April 26th, at the Damar Community Center, 106 Main Street. The event runs from 5:00 p.m.

What began nearly 30 years ago as Plainville’s Garage Sale Saturday—and grew into the popular Plainville Area-Wide Garage Sales—is making a comeback, bigger and better than ever. This year, it’s getting a fresh new name and an expanded reach: welcome to the Rooks County Treasure Trail! The event will be held over the weekend of Friday, May 1, and Saturday, May 2.

Solutions North Bank of Stockton will host a retirement party for their employee, Diane Voss, this Friday, April 24th, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. They invite the community to join them in celebrating her many years of dedicated service.

Follow the Yellow Brick Road to the Plainville High School Auditorium on Monday, April 27th for the K-6 Spring Concert at 7:00 p.m.! This year's theme is 'The Wizard of Oz: A Musical Trip Down the Yellow Brick Road.'

The City of Stockton is making spring cleaning easier this year. The annual city-wide cleanup — available to all residents within city limits — takes place the week of April 27 through May 1. Trash will be collected on each resident’s regularly scheduled pickup day, with additional city trucks running the same routes to haul away larger items, including furniture, tree branches, appliances (note: Freon must be drained from refrigerators prior to pickup), yard waste, and tires (limit of five per household).

The Rooks County Health Center (RCH) will hold its Annual Meeting and Board of Trustees election on Friday, May 1, 2026, at the hospital in Plainville. The Annual Meeting will take place at 6:30 p.m., with Board Elections happening from 12:00 p.m.

This Saturday, April 25th, Plainville High School will host its much-anticipated prom night, and this year’s theme is sure to turn heads. Stepping back in time to the jazz age, the 'Roaring ‘20s Masquerade' promises an evening of elegance, mystery, and celebration.

Make plans to gather at the table at 6:00 p.m. for a meal and fellowship at the Methodist Women's Night of Worship (NOW) this Saturday, April 25th, at the Stockton Methodist Church (204 North Elm Street).