Bringing world music to downtown Manchester
A kanun (middle-Eastern harp) is more than an instrument--it is a piece of history. And Ara Topouzian is trying to keep that history alive. Through a combination of storytelling and sharing the beautiful and haunting music of middle-Eastern Armenians (part of what is now Turkey), Ara and his band mates--Jerry Gerjekian on drums and Tom […]
Ash Wednesday is this week
submitted by St. Mary Church, Manchester This week, Wednesday, Feb. 26 is known as Ash Wednesday because of the long tradition of beginning Lent by having ashes imposed on the forehead in the sign of the cross. It is not at all uncommon to see your friends and neighbors that day with dark smudges of […]
Spring Bible study set at Victory Baptist Church
Submitted by Pastor Gary Page Victory Baptist Church announces its Spring Bible Study, a thirteen-week study and examination of the gospel of Jesus Christ according to Matthew, beginning Sunday, March 8. The study will examine and try to answer such questions as: Who exactly is this man who claims that all authority has been given […]
Update: Manchester K-8th talent show postponed
2-27-20 Update: Due to illnesses and conflicts, the talent show is being rescheduled. Come see our community's talented kids! Students from Manchester Community School's kindergarten through 8th grade are performing a talent show on Friday, February 28 at 6 pm in the Riverside Intermediate School cafeteria. The public is invited to attend and there is […]
Obituary: Norman Oscar Walz
Norman Oscar Walz, age 87, of Brooklyn (formerly of Manchester), passed away peacefully Saturday, February 22, 2020, with loving family by his side. He was born May 28, 1932, in Jackson, Mich., to Oscar and Daisy Walz. Norm began his legacy at a young age. He served in the Korean War; and became a one-of-a-kind […]
Manchester Underground presenting Annie Palmer, Kari Holmes, and Shannon Lee
In celebration of Women's History Month, Manchester Underground presents a panel of amazing singer songwriters on March 21st to share the stage on the lower level of the Shoppes of Alber Mill, located at 201 East Main Street. Annie Palmer, Kari Holmes, and Shannon Lee will take turns performing songs and discussing the importance, history […]
American 1 contributed over $1 Million to its communities in 2019
submitted by American 1 Credit Union American 1 has been putting community first through sponsorships, donations, major gifts, and volunteer efforts since they were founded in 1950. “We want to create a lasting impact in the communities we serve,” said Martha Fuerstenau, President/CEO of American 1. “American 1 and our Board of Directors are passionate […]
State warns of scammers posing as health officials in Washtenaw
from Washtenaw County Sheriff Office Telephone scammers are posing as human services officials and attempting to steal personal information from unsuspecting Michigan residents, warns Attorney General Dana Nessel, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Director Robert Gordon and the Michigan State Police. Officials have received multiple complaints from residents who have been contacted […]
Public Notice: Bridgewater, Freedom, Manchester and Sharon Townships
NOTICE OF ELECTION FOR THE PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, MARCH 10, 2020 BRIDGEWATER, FREEDOM, MANCHESTER, AND SHARON TOWNSHIP, MICHIGAN TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF BRIDGEWATER, FREEDOM, MANCHESTER, AND SHARON TOWNSHIPS: Notice is hereby given that a Primary election will be held in Bridgewater, Freedom, Manchester, and Sharon Townships on Tuesday, March […]
