Read to a dog at the library!
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library (MDL) invites readers ages 6–9 to read to a dog on Wednesday, July 10, with appointments starting at 11am. This is a great opportunity for emerging readers to gain a positive attitude toward books and build self-confidence in their skills by reading to a […]
Public notice: City of Manchester
NOTICE OF ELECTION FOR THE STATE PRIMARY ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 6, 2024 CITY OF MANCHESTER TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF THE CITY OF MANCHESTER: Notice is hereby given that a State Primary Election will be held in the City of Manchester on Tuesday, August 6, 2024. The polls will be open […]
Friends of the Library Book Donation Day
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Come donate your gently used books to the Friends of the Library Book Sale on Saturday, July 13, between 10am and noon, in the City Room; proceeds benefit the Manchester District Library. Popular fiction and nonfiction books for all ages in good condition are welcome. Parking is available […]
Public notice: City of Manchester
NOTICE OF REGISTRATION FOR THE ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 6, 2024 CITY OF MANCHESTER, MICHIGAN TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that any qualified electors of Manchester City who is not already registered, may register to vote at your office of the City Clerk; the office of the […]
Adult book club meeting to discuss upcoming book selections
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Join other members of the Manchester District Library (MDL) Adult Book Club on Wednesday, July 17, to discuss summer reads and nominate books for next season. The meeting will begin at 6pm in the Claire Reck History Room on the lower level of the City Building. All interested […]
Public notice: City of Manchester
CITY OF MANCHESTER PUBLIC NOTICE Public Accuracy Voting Machine Test Notice is hereby given that the Public Accuracy Test for the August 6, 2024 Primary Election has been scheduled for Monday, July 15, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. in the City of Manchester First Floor Conference Room, 912 City Road, Manchester, MI 48158 The Public Accuracy […]
Library Bingo (rescheduled due to holiday)
by submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library’s regularly scheduled Bingo! event has been rescheduled due to the holiday on July 4. This month, join us on Thursday, July 11, at 6:30pm, for a rousing round of bingo with snacks and prizes in the Teen Spot. All ages welcome. Stop by […]
Photo: “Lunch on Us” at Emanuel Church
7-22-24 Correction: The “Lunch on Us” program runs through July 31 not July 30 as stated in the article originally. by Sara Swanson Emanuel United Church of Christ is providing free “Lunch on Us” on Wednesdays through July 31 from 11:30am to 1:30pm. They also have activities for kids and adults during these events. Dine […]
As Alzheimer’s grows, cities work to earn ‘dementia-friendly’ status
by Patricia Anstett (Bridge Michigan) Dementia advocate and caregiver Jim Mangi was surprised to see 50 to 60 people show up each week, even in a small city like Saline when he began his “It’s a Disease, Not a Disgrace” talks in 2019. His goal was to inform people about dementia, a disease including Alzheimer’s, […]
Michigan police agencies are cracking down on speeding in July
by Janelle D. James (Bridge Michigan) Lead-footed drivers beware: The Michigan State Police has partnered with local law enforcement agencies across the state in a month-long crackdown on speeding. Expect to see extra officers on the road throughout July to help cut down the number of speed-related crashes. Over 60 local law enforcement agencies are […]
