CHAIR-ity Trail auction to benefit the Ladder Community Center

August 13, 2025

SHELBY — St. Stephens Lutheran Church is hosting a CHAIR-ity Trail fundraiser for the Ladder Community Center. 

The chairs will be brought to the Shelby Fruit Festival for an auction event Saturday, Aug. 16, at 2 p.m. at the Shelby Township Community Park.

“The CHAIR-ity Trail is a vibrant, walkable and ‘photo-worthy’ fundraiser featuring hand-painted Adirondack chairs on display at 12 local businesses,” states a press release from the Ladder. “Each chair is a one-of-a-kind work of art, decorated by local artists and inspired volunteers. From whimsical to breathtaking, bold to hilarious, every chair has a story to tell. To access the CHAIR-ity trail map, visit www.ststephensshelby.org & and scroll to the CHAIR-ity section. Visit them all, snap a selfie and vote for your favorite on Facebook.

“Auction proceeds benefit the Ladder, which provides a year-round safe space for youth and adults. In addition, the Ladder’s meal program provides food by donation for the adults in our community. Your support helps the Ladder serve Oceana County, so that our community thrives.”

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