Jared Throneberry honored with MSBOA Emeritus Status
submitted by Jenna Kezelian, Manchester Jr/Sr High School Music Director Every year the Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association (MSBOA) selects recently retired teachers to be honored with Emeritus Status from the organization. This year, former music director at Manchester Community Schools, Jared Throneberry, was among those honored with this prestigious award. Candidates must be […]
Manchester Senior Lunches switching to using in-county caterers
by Sara Swanson The Washtenaw County Office of Community and Economic Development (OCED) announced last week that it is in the process of moving all Home Delivered and Senior Café Meal programs to local caterers that provide meals made within Washtenaw County beginning this month. In Manchester, Senior Café Meals are facilitated by the Manchester […]
Manchester Community Health Fair to become a yearly event
submitted by Laura Wohlgemuth, Manchester District Library Event Coordinator The Manchester District Library would like to extend a big thank you to the Manchester community and all of our health fair participants for joining us at the Manchester Community Health Fair of 2025. On Saturday, January 25, the Village Room under the Manchester District Library turned […]
February Youth Reading Challenge offers prizes from the library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library (MDL) is offering a Youth Reading Challenge during the entire month of February. Participants up to age 12 can complete a bingo-style challenge card that includes reading activities, attending library events, and more to earn prizes. Register and pick up a challenge card at […]
Family History Guild holding after-hours lock-in
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Family History Guild will hold after-hours lock-in research events on the third Saturday of each month through May 2025; the next event will be held on February 15 starting at 2pm. Participants are encouraged to bring a laptop if they are able. These events are open to […]
Make valentines for seniors with the Manchester District Library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Stop by the Manchester District Library (MDL) to make a valentine card or two for local seniors. Gather with other participants on Monday, February 10, from 3 to 4:30pm, in the upstairs lounge space or drop by at your convenience anytime during open hours February 11–13 to make […]
Join local homeschooler Valentine’s Day Party
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Bring a snack to share and join local homeschooling families at the Manchester District Library at 3pm on Tuesday, February 11, for Valentine Party in the Village Room. This fun-filled afternoon will include a valentine card exchange, craft activity, and games. All are welcome. Stop by the library […]
The Adult Learners Institute offers travel alternatives for February
submitted by Joan Gaughan, Adult Learners Institute If you think getting stuck in a snowbank in Michigan is bad, you might want to consider being Stuck in Tibet with John Diekis on Wednesday, February 19, from 1pm to 3pm, at the Chelsea Senior Center. Mr. Diekis will take you either in-person or by Zoom on […]
February 2025 Gardening Advice
by Jennifer Fairfield, Garden Mill Well, I didn’t get my wished-for “January Thaw” this year, so my daffodils are still not planted. But I’m not giving up hope. Those daffodils have been living in a box in my garage, where it’s been cold enough to give them the chilling time they need, so I am […]
Elizabeth “Liz” Ann (Hosmer) Wallace
Elizabeth “Liz” Ann (Hosmer) Wallace, born on February 12, 1955, in Tecumseh, Mich., passed away peacefully on February 3, 2025, in Chelsea, Mich. She was just 69 years young. Liz was a remarkable woman who lived with grace, kindness, and an indomitable spirit. She dedicated herself to her family and community, leaving a lasting impression […]
