Photos: Brewery Open House a success despite weather

The headliner band was “Wilson Thickett,” a local bluegrass quartet.

photos and captions by Marsha Chartrand

It seems that even cold and rain in the spring is no deterrent to Manchester when it comes to music, freshly brewed beer, and tacos on the streets of downtown. Manchester Brewing’s block party on Sunday was an unqualified success, according to Jason Cooper, owner. It was a beehive of activity, as staff were kept running to get food, drinks, and clear tables as quickly as they were open. It was a great day for people watching (and listening) as you could run into someone you knew — not only from Manchester, but Chelsea, Ann Arbor, Dexter, and more — every time you turned around.

Life is booming already in Manchester this spring; watch for more events coming throughout the summer!

Inside the microbrewery located at 122 E Main St, it was standing room only, and the bar was filled almost to the back door.

Cooking up some delicious tacos outside.

More “standing room only” photos from inside.

May 4 was the block party at Manchester Brewing Company.

There were crowds outside as well; the tent reached across the street and was still filled with people welcoming the Brewery and Taqueria.

by Marsha Chartrand

Marsha Johnson Chartrand, a founder, writer, and copy editor with the Manchester Mirror, is a 50-year resident of Manchester. She has a long history of volunteer and community involvement.