Don’t be alone on Thanksgiving! Chelsea Hospital holding free Thanksgiving meal
by Sara Swanson Are you going to be alone on Thanksgiving? Nobody should have to spend it alone and that is why Chelsea Hospital is holding a free Thanksgiving meal for those in the community, including residents of Manchester, who are alone or cannot afford one. This will be held in the Chelsea Hospital dining […]
Obituary: Aileen Alannah (Murphy) Zsenyuk
Aileen Alannah (Murphy) Zsenyuk passed away on October 23. An Irish celebration of life and luncheon for family and friends will be held on November 9, at noon, at Manchester Mill on the Water, 201 E Main St, Manchester. Aileen was born on August 7, 1936, in Detroit to George Harold Murphy and Ethel Dorothy […]
Make a sweater pumpkin at the Library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library will host Joy Matthews on Wednesday, November 6, at 3pm for a make-and-take craft project sponsored by Worth Repeating. Attendees will learn how to upcycle old sweaters into an adorable seasonal pumpkin decoration. Materials provided; sweaters generously donated by Worth Repeating. All ages welcome; […]
Journey to Nature Journaling: Fall Leaves
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library On Tuesday, November 5, the Manchester District Library (MDL) will hold the final session of Journey to Nature Journaling: Fall Leaves. Whether you attended the previous session or not, all are welcome to come learn about the art of nature journaling, which explores the power of writing to […]
Make a macrame plant holder at the library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library will host Wild Daisy Creative on Friday, November 8, at 2pm for a beginner-friendly make-and-take craft project: Macrame Plant Hangers. Attendees will learn four macrame knot styles and go home with their own large decorative plant hanger. This workshop is free of charge and […]
T(w)een book club starts November/December book discussion
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Readers ages 11–14 are invited to the Manchester District Library to read and discuss A Journey To the New World: The Diary of Remember Patience Whipple, Mayflower 1620 by Newbery Honor Author Kathryn Lasky. The T(w)een Book Club will meet on Thursdays at 4:30pm in the Teen Spot […]
Public notice: City of Manchester
Job Posting Position: DPW Laborer/Backup Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator The City of Manchester is currently accepting applications for a full time DPW Laborer/Backup Water/Wastewater Operator. Candidates must possess strong communication skills, ability to work with the public in a professional manner regarding sensitive situations, ability to obtain D3 S3 licensing from the State of Michigan […]
Bingo for all ages at the library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Join staff at the Manchester District Library on Thursday, November 7, and the first Thursday of each month for a rousing round of bingo at 6:30pm in the Teen Spot. All ages welcome. Stop by the library or visit the event calendar for information about this and other great programs […]
Public notice: Freedom Township
Freedom Township Board 11508 Pleasant Lake Road, Manchester, MI 48158 SYNOPSIS OF MEETING MINUTES October 8, 2024, Regular Board Meeting Held in person at the Freedom Town Hall Meeting called to order at 8:02pm Members present: Lindemann, Bristle, Layher, Huehl, Schaible absent-none 17 public in attendance. The board heard public comments, communications received, and […]
Michigan Supreme Court majority up for grabs as 4 candidates seek 2 seats
by Lauren Gibbons (Bridge Michigan) The power dynamic of the state’s highest court is on the line in the 2024 general election as four candidates with diverse legal and political backgrounds compete for two open Michigan Supreme Court seats. State Supreme Court seats are technically nonpartisan, and candidates are not included in a straight-party ticket […]
