New mountain bike trails complete!
by Sara Swanson Christian Burrell, coach of the Manchester Jr/Sr High School’s mountain bike team and architect of the new mountain bike trails in the city, announced last week that most of the new trails, proposed and begun in April, are complete. He added the caveat that some re-routing and reinforcement of side hills are […]
MCS receives grant to incorporate more locally sourced food into school lunches
submitted by Melanie Tran, Groundwork Center for Resilient Communities Manchester Community Schools is one of 251 grantees that have been awarded 10 Cents a Meal for Michigan’s Kids and Farms funding for the 2024–2025 program year. They were awarded $2,813. The state-funded program provides schools (and other organizations participating in USDA Child Nutrition programs) with […]
Emanuel Church invites all children to be in its “no rehearsal“ Christmas pageant
submitted on behalf of Rev. Eugene Blair by Kathy Richardson, Emanuel UCC The message of the church is that the magic and grace of Christmas is with our families and children. We are seeking to share the story and message of Christmas in new ways. So we are calling all families and children for our […]
Fire Department collecting Toys for Tots
submitted by Jeff Mann, Manchester Township Fire Department The fire department is starting its 21st year collecting toys in Manchester. In the past 20 years we have collected just over 7,000 items that have been distributed to area children. Many of the items will be used for the Kid’s Christmas, which is coordinated by the […]
Holiday music at upcoming winter band concerts
Update from Manchester Community Schools 12-12-24: The Sixth Grade Winter Concert has been rescheduled for Monday, December 16, 2024 at 7pm. by Sara Swanson Looking for some seasonal music to get you in the Christmas spirit? Everyone is invited to the two upcoming school winter concerts. Riverside Intermediate School’s sixth-grade band will be holding their […]
New Year Birding Hike in the Leonard Preserve
from Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation Not much is better than getting some fresh air during a time of fresh starts. Start the year off by enjoying the beauty of our local birds along the charming River Raisin with a birding hike in the Leonard Preserve on Saturday, January 11, 2025, from 8am to 10am, […]
Christmas in the Village House Decorating Contest winners announced
by Sara Swanson Christmas in the Village organizers announced the winners of the 2024 Christmas in the Village House decorating contest Monday morning. The first place winners who will receive $100 are the residents of 207 Clinton St. Second place, which comes with an award of $50 went to 421 Riverside. Congratulations to both!
Sugar, Spice, and Everything Nice: a sweet (and savory) make-and-take at the Library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Visit the Manchester District Library (MDL) on Friday, December 20, at 3:30pm for Homemade Holiday: Sugar, Spice, and Everything Nice. Spoil your friends and family (or yourself!) with homemade gifts this holiday season. MDL will provide supplies to make instant hot chocolate spoons and both savory and sweet […]
