“Mobile Winter Farms Market” to begin this week in Manchester
If you are mourning the end of farmers market season or wondering how many days until your garden is done for the winter and you’ll have to switch over to grocery store veggies trucked in from great distances, we’ve got exciting news. The Chelsea Farmers Market, a program of St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea, is offering […]
Manchester Community School Foundation’s 2nd Annual Family Trivia Night
submitted by Theresa Herron Families and friends from near and far gathered Saturday night at the Freedom Township Hall, to vie for a coveted “TRIVIA NIGHT CHAMPION” t-shirt. The Manchester Community Schools Foundation hosted their second annual Family Trivia Night, to raise money for grants and program support for the school district. Prior to the event, students across the school […]
Pre-vote and post-vote pray sanctuary to be open on Tuesday
On Tuesday, November 8, the sanctuary of Sharon United Methodist Church (UMC) will be open from 7 am to 7 pm, to those wanting to pray, seek peace and/or collect their thoughts before and after voting. A formal prayer service will be held from 12:15 to 1 pm. This service will be led by Pastor […]
Halloween 2016 – caramel apples, pumpkin bowling, trick-or-treating
Manchester was full of local and out-of-town trick-or-treaters last Monday night. Barry Allen of the Manchester Lions Club, thought that they had over 200 kids participate in pumpkin bowling, but stated, “nobody kept track.” Elizabeth Beaudoin of the Manchester Chamber of Commerce stated, “It just left you with a really good feeling at the […]
American Legion Auxiliary to host Veterans Day Lunch
The Manchester American Legion Auxiliary will be hosting a Veterans Day lunch on Sunday, November 13 at The Legacy Events Center located at 207 East Duncan Street. Please bring a dish to pass and your own table service. Lunch will begin at 1 pm. All Veterans and their families are invited.
Chamber of Commerce looking for special volunteer for Christmas in the Village
The Chamber of Commerce is looking for a person willing to serve as “Chief of the Elves,” for a few hours on the evening of Friday, December 2 in the lighted parade and to greet children on the Manchester Mill porch afterwards. Ray Berg of the Chamber stated, “Chief of the Elves also goes by […]
Obituary: Edward Haller
His Legacy… Haller, Edward Ernest, age 78 passed away October 29, 2016 at Chelsea Retirement Community. Ed was born on May 23, 1938 in Eastpointe, MI the son of Albert K. and Pauline (Bauhammer) Haller. He was employed with Kroger in the Deli Dept. until his retirement. Ed enjoyed spending his free time watching TV […]
Staff Picks of October/November New Books at the Manchester District Library
submitted by Mireille Prusak Books recommended by Donna: Title: Pirate Author: Clive Cussler & Robin Burcell This, the third installment in the Sam and Remi Fargo Adventure series, does not disappoint. There are many plot twists and much travel, but it all ends well. Many traps are set, but the duo applies all their strengths to […]
Klager Halloween 2016 costume parade (photos)
Klager Elementary celebrated Halloween with a costume parade around the circle drive so family members could come watch.
