July Gardening Advice 2017
by Jennifer Fairfield Keeping up with the weeds is only one of the challenges to anyone with gardens this month. Insects and disease are also going to need our attention as July heats up, as will watering. The good news is that there should be lots to eat fresh from the veggie garden this month! […]
2017 Fireworks (photos)
The 2017 Manchester Independence Day fireworks were successfully executed last Monday night. Carr Park, Wurster Park, Kirk Park, Oak Grove cemetery, and parking lots and yards throughout the village were packed with residents and those who drove in from neighboring cities and counties to watch the fireworks paid for by the Manchester Men’s Club. If […]
Town hall meeting on Manchester’s downtown development scheduled
Do you have questions about Manchester vacant storefronts? Do wonder what can be done to bring new businesses to the community and keep them here? Are you interested in what new businesses studies show we could actually support? On Wednesday, August 16th, at 7pm, the Chamber of Commerce and Downtown Development Authority have tentatively scheduled a joint town hall-style meeting at the […]
Laurie Brewis Esq. moves law practice to Manchester
Do you have a will or an end of life/disability plan? While Manchester resident Laurie Brewis, Esq. knows it isn’t always a fun thing to do, she also believes everyone needs one and the peace of mind that comes with it. In fact, she is moving her law practice to Manchester and hopes to use her specialized […]
Manchester’s Pistol Prodigies win state championships, will compete at nationals
submitted by Scott and Lisa Poet of Pistol Prodigies Youth Pistol and Rifle Team The Pistol Prodigies Youth Pistol and Rifle Team competed in the Michigan Scholastic Action Shooting Program (SASP) State Championships in Sturgis, MI Father’s Day weekend. The 3-day match was hosted by the St. Joseph County Conservation and Sportsman Club. 11 teams […]
New event at fair will teach kids the economics of running a farm
The Manchester Community Fair will feature a new “farm” this summer, the River Raisin Farm! The River Raisin Farm is a mock farm that will give kids a hands on opportunity to become farm hands. Fair organizers will set up a number of stations set up to replicate a working farm. People will enter the event and be […]
You can participate in the Fair Parade!
Whether you have an elaborately decorated float or simple streamers tied to your bike, or a horse with a sign on it’s side, as always, everyone is invited to participate in the Fair Parde. This year, the parade is scheduled for Tuesday July 11th. If you are interested in participating, line up on North side of fair grounds on Duncan […]
Cultural Art Strings summer camp memories
submitted by Cultural Art Strings Now in it’s 6th year, Session I of CAS Summer Day Camp finished out its week with a presentation for parents and friends on Friday, June 23 that included small group instrumental demonstrations, large ensemble pieces, advanced chamber music, singing, and artwork displays that tied together the camp theme “My Old […]
Senior Newsletter THE TRUMPETER – July/August 2017
The July/August 2017 edition of Manchester’s Newsletter for Seniors, THE TRUMPETER, is now available. Download it here: JULY -AUGUST TRUMPETER NEWSLETTER 2017 (1)
Manchester Community Resource 4th of July week hours
The Manchester Community Resource Center office and food pantry will be closed for the holiday on Monday July 3rd and Tuesday July 4th. They will, however be open Wednesday from 9am to noon and 1pm to 4pm.
