Sara Swanson

Letter to the Editor: Walberg silent on issue of Trump

September 8, 2018 President Trump starts a trade war that punishes America’s farmers. Trump loosens air quality standards for coal-fired power plants, which will cause the premature deaths of an estimated 1,400 Americans annually. He demands our attorney general target Trump’s political rivals. He implements immigration policies that destroy families and scar children for life. […]

 Sara Swanson

Dredging of mill pond nears completion

The dredging of the mill pond on the north side of the Main Street bridge and dam is nearing completion this weekend. Depths are being checked this weekend and the Village projects that the remaining amount of riverbed to be cleared will be removed this week. The dredging is the first step in the creation of […]

 Sara Swanson

Manchester Equestrian starts season with a commanding win…

On August 26 the Manchester Equestrian Team returned to their winning ways from last season and won their opening meet at the Lenawee County Fairgrounds in Adrian. This year’s team, made up of senior Julia Johnson, juniors Megan Reppert and Bailey Elliott and sophomores Carli Kerns and Brooklyn Lyos, made it known that although this […]

 Sara Swanson

Autumnal Equinox stargazing and storytelling at Watkins Lake

On Friday, September 21st, celebrate the Autumnal Equinox with an evening of stargazing and storytelling at beautiful Watkins Lake State Park. Washtenaw County’s Sarah Felder is excited to host an exploration of our local skyscape with stories from Ojibwe, Greek, Roman and Arabic traditions. As this is a nighttime event, please wear warm clothing and […]

 Sara Swanson

Corn Roast at the Manchester Farmers Market

On September 13th, from 3:30 to 7 pm, the Manchester Farmers Market (located in Chi Bro Park every Thursday afternoon and evening through October) will be giving each Farmers Market attendee complimentary roasted corn on the cob. The corn has been grown by Richard Weisenreder and will be prepared by Dawna Stockwell. Stockwell’s will also […]

 Sara Swanson

Art Kettle opening reception

The Art Kettle, Manchester’s new Community Cultural Center and Artist Residency located at 121 West Main Street, will hold an opening reception this Sunday, September 9th from 1pm to 3pm. This free event will feature food, music and an art show, Manchester Ties, which includes painting, sculpture, ceramics, print making, collage, and mixed media works by local […]

 Sara Swanson

Renovations reveal name from the past

The removal of the Frank’s Place sign as part of their renovations revealed the shadows of the old “Exchange Place” sign underneath. Exchange Place, when owned by Don Limpert in the early 1980s, was like a mini mall with several small offices and businesses, including Jon Hardenbergh’s photography shop and the original Village Hair Forum. […]

 Sara Swanson

Freedom Childcare Center/ Preschool holding open house

Freedom Childcare Center located at 8753 Pleasant Lake Road is hosting an Open House on Thursday, September 13th, from 6:30-8 pm. This open house is for any family seeking quality childcare for children age birth through preschool, as they offer a quality-rated preschool program. For more information call 734-997-9116.

 Sara Swanson

Manchester men invited to audition for Adrian men’s chorus

Chiaroscuro, a community men’s chorus continuing to celebrate its fifth anniversary year, will begin its September membership drive for any men interested in singing with the chorus this season. During rehearsal, guests will join in the singing of four-part men’s choral selections so that they can enjoy and experience the unique sound and camaraderie that […]

 Sara Swanson

Letter to the Editor: DAR to Present Famous Ladies Tea II

August 26, 2018 Good Afternoon, We thought some of your readers might be interested in our Famous Ladies Tea II. The first one was a rousing success. The Lucy Wolcott Barnum Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution will host Famous Ladies Tea II on Sunday, October 14, at 2 p.m. at the Governor […]