Sharon Church’s annual scrap metal drive to include bottles and cans
submitted by Sharon Church We are excited to announce that Sharon Church’s annual scrap metal drive is back! Join us on September 7 and 14, from 9am to 3pm. This event not only supports our local community, but also helps further Sharon Church’s mission work. Bring any unwanted scrap metal — from old appliances to […]
Manchester Cub Scouts holding Information Night
submitted by Jenni Hagood, Cub Scout Pack 421 Manchester’s Cub Scouts Pack will be holding an Information Night at Klager Elementary School on September 12 at 6:30pm in the cafeteria. Klager is located at 405 Ann Arbor St. Boys in grades K through 5th grade are invited to attend. In addition, Cub Scouts now has […]
Pop-up for adult caregivers who need a break coming to Manchester
submitted by Chelsea Senior Center Are you a caregiver? Do you need a break? The Chelsea Senior Center will be holding a pop-up “Ease the Day” adult day program in Manchester on Friday, September 6, at 1pm in the City Building located at 912 City Rd in the Village Room (lower level). The pop-up is […]
River Raisin Watershed Council celebrating turning 50 with a gala
submitted by River Raisin Watershed Council The River Raisin Watershed Council (RRWC) celebrates its 50th birthday this year! Formed in 1974 under the State of Michigan’s Local River Management Act, RRWC has dedicated these many years to improving the health of the River Raisin through engagement with residents, businesses, and partner organizations alike. Now, RRWC […]
WCRC: Lane restrictions on Sharon Hollow Road
submitted by WCRC On Tuesday, September 3, 2024, the Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) will perform drainage work on Sharon Hollow Rd between Washburne Rd and Grass Lake Rd in Sharon Township. The road will not be closed to traffic, but delays are likely due to lane restrictions. WCRC encourages motorists, emergency services, and others […]
Friends of the Library September Book Donation Day coming up
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Come donate your gently used books to the Friends of the Library Book Sale on Saturday, September 14, between 10am and noon, in the Village Room; proceeds benefit the Manchester District Library. Popular fiction and nonfiction books for all ages in good condition are welcome. Parking is available […]
Obituary: James Wayne Kennedy
James Wayne Kennedy, 97, passed away peacefully at his home in Manchester, Mich., surrounded by family on Tuesday, August 27, 2024. He was born on June 14, 1927, in Monett, Mo., to William and Vernie (Smith) Kennedy. He was proud to have served in the U.S. Army. The family would like to give a heartfelt […]
Michelle’s Music offering ukulele lessons this fall at the library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Michelle’s Music will offer weekly group lessons in beginning and continuing ukulele at the Manchester District Library (MDL) September 9 through October 28. Lessons will be held on Mondays in the City Room at 912 City Rd. Beginning Ukulele will be held on Mondays at 3:30pm and Continuing […]
Senior Newsletter THE TRUMPETER — September 2024
The September 2024 edition of Manchester’s Newsletter for Seniors, THE TRUMPETER, is now available. Download it here: Sept2024Trumpeter
M-STEP results reveal struggles for Michigan kids who began school in COVID
by Hannah Dellinger, Chalkbeat Detroit , Isabel Lohman, & Mike Wilkinson (Bridge Michigan) More Michigan third and fourth graders are behind in reading and writing compared to students in the same grades before the pandemic started and last year, newly released state standardized test results show. The results, which provide the first look at state proficiency scores […]
