Kiwanis Club votes to dissolve
At its general meeting held May 22, members of the Manchester Kiwanis Club voted to dissolve the club by September 30, 2019. Reasons cited included declining enrollment, and unsuccessful recruitment of new members to the club. “We currently have only 19 members,” said Anita Herman, a long-time member of Kiwanis. “Five of those are members […]
Local kids get ready for Washtenaw 4-H Fair
For a lot of kids, summer means school is out and there’s plenty of vacation, free time, and fun opportunities to look forward to. For 4-H kids, summer means there’s plenty of hard work ahead to get themselves and their livestock animals ready for the annual 4-H Fair in late July. This year’s fair is […]
Blue Water Ramblers present Americana at gazebo
The Blue Water Ramblers will present a 4th of July Program about Michigan, America and their Life as they visit the Gazebo Concert series at 7:30 pm this Thursday. Yes, there will be a concert on July 4–it will be a great way to wind down your celebration of Independence day following the fireworks on […]
Touch-a-Truck event returns to Manchester Fair
Have you ever wanted to…. • Sit in the driver’s seat of a Fire Engine? • Climb aboard a Tractor? • Explore the inside of a School Bus? Well, put your imagination “in gear” and join us for our annual Touch-A-Truck event at the Manchester Community Fair. This event is perfect for kids of all […]
July events at the Manchester District Library
Submitted by Tamara Denby for MDL Hello, summer! It’s here at last—at least, that’s what the calendar says. Who’s ready for some summertime fun? Lazy, sunshiny days. Fresh air. Vacations. Camping and boating. But that’s not all. The Manchester District Library has books, audiobooks, movies, miscellaneous equipment, and programs that are sure to amp up […]
Ladies Day to offer local ghost stories and more!
Ladies Day, traditionally held on Saturday morning of fair week, is always a popular offering at the Manchester Community Fair and this year will be no exception! Elizabeth Polk, of the Manchester Area Historical Society, will present her recent program on “Ghost stories and haunted houses in and around Manchester” to pique your interest in […]
Farmers Market open Thursday, July 4
Don’t worry about last-minute dinner preps for the Fourth of July–the Manchester Farmers Market will have you covered! Yes, there will be a farmers market on July 4, from 3:30-7 pm. And free American flags will be offered to the first 50 customers. Market manager Laura Wohlgemuth said that since this is the first time […]
Pistol Prodigies Compete at Multiple SASP State Championships
Submitted by Scott Poet, Pistol Prodigies Manchester’s own Pistol Prodigies Youth Pistol and Rifle Team competed at the Wisconsin Scholastic Action Shooting Program’s (SASP) State Championships in Racine, WI June 15-16, and the Michigan SASP State Match June 22-23. For the fourth consecutive year, the Michigan match was held at the St. Joseph County Conservation […]
Old-fashioned wax paper: A bit of “Acorn” news
Submitted by Acorn Farmers Market & Café Board If Acorn is going to sell locally grown food – why are we talking about wax paper? Who uses wax paper anymore when plastic bags that zip shut are so nice and convenient! Well, I was inspired in March when visiting my brother in California. We went […]
Around the fairs in 55 days
Submitted By Cindy Radak, Saline Community Fair The Manchester Community Fair, Chelsea Community Fair, and Saline Community Fair are pleased to present our “Around the Fairs in 55 Days” promotion in 2019. Visit at least two fairs in Washtenaw County, turn in your passport at the Chelsea Community Fair or Saline Community Fair, and you […]
