Public forum on future of Alumni Field scheduled
by Sara Swanson In 2016, Manchester Community Schools began holding meetings to determine how best to allocate the shrinking student body among the four buildings owned by the district in order to cut costs and more efficiently use the spaces. Also discussed at the time was the future of Alumni Memorial Athletic Field, the entrance […]
It’s time to Adopt-a-Family for Christmas
submitted by Mary Sue Moore, Manchester Family Service Manchester Family Service, Inc. (MFS) exists to provide aid to many families and individuals in the community. As the holiday season approaches, we seek ways to brighten their lives through our annual Christmas projects. Our popular “Christmas Adopt-a-Family” continues this year! Organizations, local businesses, and families or […]
The Winner of the e-bike is Ticket #65!
submitted by Anita Herman Halloween night in the Village of Manchester was full of excitement, hundreds of costumed beggars of all ages, fun activities, and plenty of tasty treats. From 5 to 7pm, the entire community was abuzz with a chorus of voices saying, “Hey, neighbor,“ “Happy Halloween!,“ “Trick or treat,“ and “Thank you.“ At […]
Shakespeare Club meets
submitted by Joan Gaughan, The Shakespeare Club On September 27, the Shakespeare Club of Manchester opened its 2022–23 season with lunch at the Over the Edge restaurant. The main business of the Club was to catch up on the events in each member’s life during the summer. Rosemary Whelan gave an update on the condition […]
Christmas in the Village Lighted Parade
The Manchester Christmas in the Village Lighted Parade is scheduled this year for Friday, December 2, kicking off the 2022 Christmas in the Village event. Organizations, teams, businesses, and individuals are invited to light up their vehicles, their animals, or a float, or to gather a group to walk the parade route. To participate, line […]
Don’t be alone on Thanksgiving! Free Thanksgiving meal at Chelsea Hospital
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 bringing back their 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 […]
SUMC invites community to help pack meals for the hungry
submitted by Sharon United Methodist Church Sharon United Methodist Church (SUMC) invites the community to join them for a meal-packing event on November 15 at 7pm at the Fellowship Hall located at 19890 Pleasant Lake Rd, Manchester, north of the Sanctuary building. Come join an assembly line of volunteers and help fill bags of rice […]
Three fall nature hikes: birding, family scavenger hunt, and fitness!
by Sara Swanson Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation will be offering three hikes in the Manchester area next weekend, all led by county naturalist Kelsey Dehring. All hikes are free of charge but must be registered for in advance. The first hike will be fall-birding themed and will take place Saturday, November 19, from 8 […]
MDL supports Manchester Community Resource Center with Holiday Drive
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Manchester District Library (MDL) invites the community to join them in supporting the Manchester Community Resource Center (CRC) during their annual holiday. This year, the theme is (Everything But the) Kitchen Sink, and MDL is accepting donations of new cooking tools and supplies through December 30. All contributions […]
Acorn’s Fall Photo Contest winners!
submitted by Laura Wohlgemuth, Acorn Farmers’ Market & Café Event Coordinator Thank you to all of those who participated in Acorn’s Fall Photo Contest. The judges shared that they enjoyed each of the photos, especially how every photo showed a different aspect of the beauty of autumn here in Manchester. Although each photograph focused on […]
