1 in 4 older Michiganders lack enough friends. That’s a health concern
by Robin Erb (Bridge Michigan) Many have outlived their spouses, siblings and best friends. For others, physical disabilities keep them tethered at home — isolated from the social activities of the past. One in three older Americans feel a lack of companionship “some of the time” or “often,” while 1 in 10 older Americans could […]
Michigan House GOP leader on FOIA reform: ‘Don’t get your hopes up’
by Jordyn Hermani (Bridge Michigan) LANSING — Michigan remains one of only two states that fully exempts the governor and lawmakers from public records requests, and new House leadership appears uninterested in immediately changing that. House Speaker Matt Hall, R-Richland Township, told reporters during a Thursday roundtable that expanding the state’s Freedom of Information Act […]
The Phoenix that rose from the ashes and flew again
by Colleen A. Schoenfeld Ever heard a familiar, yet strangely different plane sound, and looked to the sky in curiosity and wondered if you stepped into a time warp as you watch what appears to be a WWII bomber flying overhead? Don’t worry, you’re still in the present and likely your glasses still work. Manchester […]
Winter birding hike in the Spike Preserve in Sharon Township
from Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation In the crisp morning air, we’ll gaze upon nuthatches foraging, spot a hawk soaring overhead looking for a meal, and enjoy many other daily routines of winter birds with a winter birding hike in the Clark & Avis Spike Preserve on Saturday, February 22, 2025, from 8 to 10am, […]
Family History Guild resumes 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 first event will be held on January 18 starting at 2pm. These events are open to all community members interested in genealogical research, and Manchester District Library […]
Chef Keegan to teach sourdough starter workshop
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library (MDL) will host Chef Keegan of The Lakehouse Bakery on Thursday, January 16, at 6pm for a sourdough starter workshop. Learn all about artisan bread-making hands-on, and make your own sourdough starter to take home. Materials provided; all ages welcome. Advance registration is required. […]
Adult Book Club meets to discuss ‘Shakespeare: The Man Who Pays the Rent‘
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library (MDL) Adult Book Club will meet to discuss Shakespeare: The Man Who Pays the Rent by Dame Judi Dench on Wednesday, January 15. This is the book club’s biography selection for the year. Copies of the book are available for on-demand checkout from the […]
Manchester District Library invites local stuffed toys to a sleepover
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library (MDL) invites all local stuffed toys for a special sleepover event January 14–15. Do teddy bears dream of cotton-ball sheep? Let’s find out! Favorite humans can bring a stuffed toy to the library between 10am and 8pm Tuesday and let their furry friend spend […]
Valentine Make & Take at the library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library will offer a Valentine Make & Take crafting program on Friday, January 17, at 3pm in the City Room. Participants can create a unique Valentine design on a ceramic tile complete with easel for display. All ages welcome. Stop by the library or visit […]
January 2025 Gardening Advice
by Jennifer Fairfield, Garden Mill This year, I am resolving to spend more time in my gardens. While that may seem like an easy New Year’s resolution for me to keep, it’s not as easy as it sounds. There always seems to be something else that needs to be done that keeps me from getting […]
