Manchester men invited to audition for Adrian men's chorus
Chiaroscuro, a community men’s chorus continuing to celebrate its fifth anniversary year, will begin its September membership drive for any men interested in singing with the chorus this season. During rehearsal, guests will join in the singing of four-part men's choral selections so that they can enjoy and experience the unique sound and camaraderie that […]
Fun Run at Watkins Lake!
This fall will mark two years since Watkins Lake became Michigan's 103rd State Park and first joint state park/county nature preserve. Situated in both Norvell Township in Jackson County and Manchester Township in Washtenaw County, it has two large areas of land connected by a disused rail bed that has been converted into a trail. This September, that trail […]
Bridgewater Township monastery holding Romanian-American festival
Two years ago the Romanian Orthodox monastery located on Sheridan Rd. in Bridgewater Township suffered a devastating fire, burning everything to the ground. This weekend they will be opening their doors to the public for a Romanian-American Festival! On Saturday September 1st and Sunday September 2nd, from 2 to 10 pm each day, everyone is […]
Women's clothing swap and home business meet & greet scheduled for September
The Moms of Manchester (MOM) are holding a Home Business Meet and Greet AND Women’s Clothing Swap at the Manchester Farmers Market in Chi Bro Park on Thursday, September 27, from 3:30-7pm. Manchester Farmers Market manager and Manchester mom, Laura Wohlgemuth stated, "There is so much talent that many of us find we struggle to […]
Manchester District Library launches exciting new programs in September
submitted by Tamara Denby Nights are getting cooler. The kids are heading back in school. Summer is winding down. And the staff at the Manchester District Library is ready for some early autumn fun! Beginning September 1, the library will be celebrating National Library Card Sign-up Month. And, of course, celebrating involves prizes for signing […]
Limited tickets available for Farm To Table Feast!
With just a few weeks to go until the Farm to Table Fabulous Feast, there are only about 20 tickets left for this great event. Get your tickets now! Tickets, $50 per person, are available online at https://farm2table_manchester.eventbrite.com/ or at River Raisin Antiques on Main St. in Manchester. This is the 3rd year of this event which was […]
Open House at all schools August 28
It's almost time to get back to school! Administrators and Staff are starting to report today, August 20, to begin preparations for the 2018-19 school year. Here are the latest updates from the Manchester Community Schools district administration office: PowerSchool is now open with Middle School and High School schedules. If you need assistance with signing into […]
Sharon Mills holding history-focused open house
Interested in local history? The county will be holding an open house at Sharon Mills on Sunday, August 26th from 1 to 4 pm. Learn about the mill’s varied uses over time with a focus on Henry Ford’s influence. The mill, which is a State Historic Site, is a located within a Washtenaw County Park […]
Tour the Consumers Energy pumping station
Have you ever wondered about the large industrial-looking building on Pleasant Lake Road just west of Freedom Township hall and Fredonia Grocery? It is the Consumers Energy Freedom pumping station and if you have ever wanted to get a closer look, now is your chance. Consumers Energy, which will be participating in the Safety Planning Seminar on […]
SASHA Farm to hold Benefit Cruise on September 15
SASHA Farm Animal Sanctuary will host its first ever Benefit Cruise on Saturday, September 15, from 5:45-9 pm on the Diamond Belle Riverboat. Join them for an unforgettable evening and help the SASHA Farm animal residents at the same time! This very special event offers you the opportunity to cruise the Detroit River while watching the sun set […]
