The Great Klager Race and bubble fun!
by Melissa Yekulis, Luther C. Klager Elementary School The final week of school arrived, and the students of Luther C. Klager Elementary School were treated to a variety of daily special events. Events kicked off Monday morning with The Great Klager Race and Bubble Day. At 9am, children lined up around the front loop in anticipation […]
Learn about and handle Michigan snakes at the Eddy Discovery Center
submitted by Patrick Muldoon, Waterloo Natural History Association Program Coordinator Discover the outdoor world at the Eddy Discovery Center in the Waterloo Recreation Area! 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. This month they will be […]
Manchester District Library kicks off the Summer Reading Program with a free family concert
submitted by Laura Wohlgemuth, Manchester District Library event coordinator The Manchester District Library is inviting families to dig into a summer of reading, discovery, and adventure with its 2026 Summer Reading Program, “Unearth a Story.” The season begins with a free Summer Reading Kick-Off Party on Thursday, June 18, from 6pm to 8pm, at Wurster […]
Annual Manchester Fairy Festival returns with free fairy fun
submitted by Laura Wohlgemuth, Manchester District Library event coordinator Fairies, crafts, stories, music, and magic will fill the air when the Manchester District Library hosts the Annual Manchester Fairy Festival on Saturday, June 20, from 11am to 2pm, in the City Room (located on the lower level beneath the Manchester District Library 912 City Road). […]
Chelsea Hospital asking Manchester residents to take 2026 community health needs survey
by Sara Swanson Chelsea Hospital is asking Manchester-area residents to take the time to complete the 2026 community health needs survey. Your answers help shape our local health services. It will take 10 to 15 minutes to complete. Participants must be 18 years of age or older and will be entered into a drawing for […]
Manchester District Library hosts Daddy Daughter Hairdo Day
submitted by Laura Wohlgemuth, Manchester District Library event coordinator Manchester District Library (MDL) is holding a Daddy Daughter Hairdo Day on Tuesday, June 16, from 6pm to 7pm. Presented in partnership with Sereniti Organic Spalon, this hands-on workshop invites fathers and daughters to spend an evening together learning practical hairstyling techniques from professional hairstylist Cara […]
Make dinosaur crafts at the Manchester District Library
submitted by Laura Wohlgemuth, Manchester District Library event coordinator Join the Manchester District Library for a dino-filled afternoon of creativity on Monday, June 15, from 3:30pm to 5pm, in the City Room. Create an assortment of dinosaur-themed crafts and accessories. Stop by the library or visit the event calendar for information about this and other […]
Kippnick completes professional-level research project at WPI
submitted by Worcester Polytechnic Institute Manchester High School graduate Logan Kippnick, a member of the class of 2027 who is majoring in computer science and robotics engineering at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), was a member of a student team that recently completed a professional-level research-driven project titled “Developing an App Framework to Foster Collaborative Skills.” […]
WCRC: roadwork in our area this week
submitted by Washtenaw County Road Commission On Thursday, June 4, 2026, Hayes Rd between Heim Rd and Old US-12 in Sharon and Sylvan townships will close for a culvert replacement. This is expected to take one day. On Monday, June 8, 2026, the Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) will begin performing drainage work on Boetger […]
Obituary: Terry Michael Ahrens
Terry Michael Ahrens, 68, of Michigan passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. Terry’s family and friends will gather Monday, June 8, 2026, from 10am to 11am, at Eineder Funeral Homes — Manchester Chapel. His funeral service will be held at 11am with burial of ashes at Oak Grove Cemetery. Pastor Rod Walker to officiate. […]
