Luther C. Klager Elementary School celebrated Grandparents’ Day
submitted by Melissa Yekulis On Tuesday, November 26, Luther C. Klager Elementary School was surrounded by the love of grandparents on Grandparents’ Day. Children in all grade levels had the opportunity to invite their grandparents or other special adults to come and spend time together in the school. They started with family photos in the gym, then […]
Holiday Boutique in the Mill this weekend will support Feline Rescue
submitted by Jeanne Spencer, Happy Hearts Feline Rescue Happy Hearts Feline Rescue invites the public to their Holiday Boutique taking place during Christmas in the Village, this Friday, December 6, from 6 to 8pm, and Saturday, December 7, from 10am to 8pm, in the beautifully restored Manchester Mill, located at 201 E Main St. There […]
‘King Lear’ at the Shakespeare Club
submitted by Joan Gaughan, Shakespeare Club Due to the author’s lapse, there were three mistakes in the November 4 issue of the Mirror’s account of the Club’s activities. In Linda Breight’s presentation on New Zealand, although Australians no doubt love the little twerp, too, the kiwi was identified as Australia’s beloved bird, rather than New […]
MHS names November 2024 Students of the Month
submitted by Carla Zygner, MHS Student of the Month coordinator Manchester Junior/Senior High school is brimming with exceptional students. The students of the month for November are seventh grader Lillian Coe, Freshman Elias Finnegan, Sophomore Max Harvey, Junior Lucy Baran, and Senior Rebecca Clark. Lillian Coe helps others when they need it and does her […]
Get Moving this winter at Chelsea Senior Center
Editor’s note: Did you know that the Chelsea Senior Center serves the greater Chelsea area, including Manchester? While Manchester’s Senior Center is under construction, check out the activities and amenities for seniors just up the road. submitted by Sharon Kegerreis, Chelsea Senior Center Cold and wet weather that changes in a minute and adds to […]
Emanuel Church prepares for 49th annual Live Nativity
submitted by Kelly Blaine, Emanuel Church Celebrate Christmas with Emanuel Church as we present our 49th annual Live Nativity Thursday and Friday, December 19 and 20, from 7 to 9pm. The Christmas story is silently retold in the courtyard between the church and the fellowship hall at 324 W Main St. We invite members of […]
Obituary: Ann “Nee” Stephanie Poley
Ann “Nee” Stephanie Poley passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on December 1, 2024, at Michigan Medicine in Ann Arbor at the age of 82. Ann was born in St. Louis, Missouri on February 19, 1942, and lived in Chelsea, Michigan. Ann was the daughter of Stephen Harvey and Lucille (McHenry) Nicholson. There are […]
Obituary: Barbara Stoll
Barbara Stoll of North Bend, WA. passed away on Tuesday November 19th, 2024 at the age of 77 after losing her battle with cancer. Barbara was born on March 11, 1947 in Tecumseh, MI. and grew up in the nearby town of Manchester with her parents Frank and Florence Tomko, her sisters Pat and Linda […]
Library hosting S*TEA*P for a holiday tea tasting
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat The Manchester District Library will host Samantha Musil, owner of local tea company S*TEA*P, for a holiday tea tasting on Thursday, December 12, at 4pm in the Village Room. Participants will sample five seasonally flavored tea blends while learning about various tea types and brewing methods. Recommended for ages 14+. Advance […]
Guide to 2024 Christmas in the Village
by Sara Swanson Keep up to date on any last-minute additions or changes at https://www.facebook.com/manchestermichristmas. Friday, December 6, 2024 Free Christmas Card Making When: 7am–1pm and 4pm–8pm Where: Millie’s Coffeehouse, 227 E Main St Description: Make Christmas cards for free. There will also be a donation box for collecting warm weather items for veterans (hats, […]