Wil’s 20th Buddy Walk
Editor’s note: From March 2020 to November 2021, we ran a weekly series called “Stories of Wil,” documenting author Christie Taylor’s experiences raising her son Wil. Taylor’s desire in sharing these stories was to promote an awareness, understanding, and appreciation of the amazing capabilities of individuals with Down syndrome. You can read all of these […]
Imagination Library announces Give Like Dolly Day
submitted by Shannon Brown, Manchester Chapter of the Dolly Parton Imagination Library The Dollywood Foundation along with the Dolly Parton Imagination Library has designated September 25 as Give Like Dolly Day. In recognition of her song “9 to 5” (9/25), September 25 will be a day to give to the children around you. Some of […]
Get spooky with Afterschool Art at the Manchester District Library
submitted by Laura Wohlgemuth, Manchester District Library event coordinator Spooky season has arrived at the Manchester District Library! Kids ages 8 and up are invited to join Afterschool Art: Ghost Portraits on Monday, October 5, from 3:30 to 5pm, in the City Room. Create your own ghostly family portrait, along with other fun and family-friendly […]
4-Corners Protectors gathering this Friday
submitted by Margaret Shaw, gathering organizer Join the 4-Corners Protectors gathering for one hour this Friday, October 2, from 5pm to 6pm. Midterms are only four weeks away, so come encourage the vote that will turn the tide. We must vote out the current regime, stop big corporation money, and build a new government that […]
Obituary: June Mary Faubion
June Mary Faubion, 80, of Manchester, passed away peacefully, at home on Tuesday, September 29, 2026. June’s family and friends will gather Wednesday, October 7th at 10:00 am, with a Memorial Mass to follow at 11:00am, at St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church-Manchester. June’s ashes will be laid to rest at Great Lakes National Cemetery in […]
Continue your journey through the 13 original colonies at the Library
submitted by Laura Wohlgemuth, Manchester District Library event coordinator History comes to life this October at the Manchester District Library as The 13 Original Colonies series continues with four Thursday afternoon programs exploring the people, places, foods, and fascinating stories that helped shape early America. The journey continues with Maryland on October 8, followed by […]
WCRC to resurface Burmeister Rd this week
submitted by Washtenaw County Road Commission On Monday, September 28, 2026, the Washtenaw County Road Commission will perform gravel resurfacing on Burmeister Rd between Lima Center Rd and Schellenberger Rd in Bridgewater Township. The resurfacing work will result in daytime road closures and is expected to take approximately five days to complete. However, all dates […]
Obituary: Gregory Alan Zielinski
Gregory Alan Zielinski, 68, passed away at his home on Monday, September 28, 2026. Gregory’s family and friends will gather from 4pm – 7pm on Thursday, October 1, 2026, with a Vigil Rosary beginning at 7pm at Eineder Funeral Homes – Manchester Chapel. On Friday, October 2, 2026 family and friends will gather from 10am […]
Obituary: Carl F. Brown
Carl F. Brown, age 83, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 24, 2026. He was born on May 11, 1943, in Detroit, MI, to Harry and Vivian (Lagman) Brown. The family moved to the Upper Peninsula (Dollarville) when his dad returned from serving in WWII. Carl remained in the UP until graduation in 1962 when […]
Learn about wildlife rehabilitation at the Eddy Discovery Center
submitted by Patrick Muldoon, Waterloo Natural History Association program coordinator The Eddy Discovery Center has announced its public programs for October 2026, sponsored by the Waterloo Natural History Association. The Gerald E. Eddy Discovery Center is located at 17030 Bush Rd, Chelsea, Mich., just 10 minutes north of Sharon Township, in the Waterloo Recreation Area. […]
