First annual pickleball tournament benefits mental health in Manchester
by Marsha Chartrand A year ago, the Manchester pickleball courts were pretty much just plans on a drafting board. Now, they have hosted their first-ever tournament — hopefully the first of many. Carson Horky, a junior at Manchester Junior/Senior High School, organized the event as a fundraiser for a worthy cause — Mental Health Awareness […]
CRC has funds to help with basic needs
submitted by Carol Wotring, Director, Community Resource Center The United Way of Washtenaw County has awarded the Community Resource Center with a Consumers Energy Foundation Grant to help with the basic needs of Manchester-area residents who meet the ALICE profile. ALICE stands for Asset Limited, Income Constrained, and Employed. Grant funds must be used for […]
Senior Market Bucks are back for another season!
by Marsha Chartrand The Senior Market Bucks program is returning for summer 2023! A registration event will be held on Thursday, June 1, from 3 to 5pm, the first two hours of the Manchester Farmers Market in Chi-Bro Park. Coupon booklets will be available while supplies last. Senior Market Bucks is available to those who […]
Dingell, Walberg lead Michigan delegation in urging FDA to address chemotherapy drug shortages
by Marsha Chartrand Representatives Debbie Dingell (D-MI) and Tim Walberg (R-MI) last Thursday led the Michigan Congressional delegation in sending a bipartisan letter to Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner Dr. Robert Califf to urge the Administration to take immediate action to mitigate the effects of the nationwide shortage of chemotherapy medications. Every member of […]
Library’s summer reading program kicks off June 9
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library This year, Manchester District Library (MDL) will hold its annual Summer Reading Program (SRP) Kick-Off event at Chi-Bro Park on Friday, June 9. The 2023 Summer Reading Program theme is “All Together Now” and will offer challenges and prizes for all ages through July 24. Drop by between […]
Friends to hold Book Donation Day June 10 at Village Room
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Come donate your gently used books to the Friends of the Library Book Sale on Saturday, June 10, between 10am and noon in the Village Room; proceeds benefit the Manchester District Library (MDL). The Village Room is located on the lower level of 912 City Road and can […]
Junior Equestrian team earns third place finish in May 20 meet
submitted by Manchester Equestrian Team The Manchester Junior Equestrian Team had their meet May 20 at the Lenawee County Fairgrounds. The team went up against tough competition and earned a close third-place finish out of eight teams. The girls worked hard for several weeks to get ready for their meet. Team members Amelia Harris and […]
Make-and-take fairy garden teacups set for June 5
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Join us at the Manchester District Library (MDL) to make your own tea cup and saucer miniature fairy garden on Monday, June 5. This make-and-take workshop will begin in the Village Room located on the lower level, at 4pm. Recommended for ages 16+; younger ages are welcome with […]
Dessert through the Decades samples the ’80s, June 7
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library (MDL) Dessert Through the Decades series continues with the 1980s on Wednesday, June 7, at 4pm in the Village Room. Chef Keegan of Lakehouse Bakery will share desserts and fun facts from the decade, as well as a treat for everyone to share. All […]
Obituary: Betty Jane Gulliver
Betty Jane Gulliver, 77, of Clarklake (and Palmetto, Florida) passed away from cancer, March 25, 2023, at Manatee Memorial, Bradenton, Florida. Betty’s family and friends will gather for visitation Thursday, June 1, 2023, from 4 to 7pm at Eineder Funeral Homes — Brooklyn Chapel and Friday, June 2, 2023, from 10 to 11am at Brooklyn […]
