Manchester area churches’ 2023 Christmas services
by Sara Swanson With Christmas falling on a Monday this year, most Manchester area churches are holding their Christmas services on Christmas Eve. Here are some of this year’s Christmas Eve services: Bethel UCC, located at 10425 Bethel Church Rd, will have Christmas Eve services at 9:30am, 5pm, and 7:30pm. Community Bible Church, located at […]
Students of the Month, November 2023
submitted by Carla Zygner, MHS Student of the Month coordinator Students at Manchester Junior/Senior High School (MHS) receive Student of the Month awards for promoting a good way of life; for working and getting along with people; for working up to their capacity; for inspiring respect for adults, peer groups, and people in authority; for […]
Luminaria to return on Christmas Eve
submitted by Barry Allen Each year since 1978 the community has turned into a village of lights as the residents of Manchester light their luminaria at sunset on Christmas Eve. The annual luminaria celebration will return this year with the Manchester Lions Club organizing the holiday tradition since taking over the project from the Manchester […]
WCCD celebrates 76 years at upcoming annual meeting
submitted by WCCD Join the Washtenaw County Conservation District (WCCD) in celebrating 76 years of conservation work in Washtenaw County at the Ypsilanti Freighthouse in Ypsilanti (100 Market Pl, Ypsilanti, MI) on Thursday, January 18, 2024, at 5:30pm. The evening will feature a keynote presentation by Naim Edwards, Director of MSU — Detroit Partnership for […]
Walk-in COVID & flu shots now available at Health Department
submitted by Beth Ann Hamilton, MS, Washtenaw County Health Department Walk-ins at the Health Department for flu and COVID-19 vaccines are welcome during clinic hours all through the month of December 2023. People can stop by without an appointment Monday–Friday from 9 to 11am or 1 to 4pm to get vaccinated (555 Towner in Ypsilanti). […]
ALI announces new fee schedule
submitted by Peter Van Hoek, Adult Learners Institute Starting in the Winter/Spring 2024 term, the Adult Learners Institute (ALI) will have a new fee structure. All registration fees are being eliminated. The fee structure for the classes has been minimally increased to make up for the elimination of the registration fees. You will now pay […]
Library to host two paint parties
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library is excited to host Paint Parties To Go for two sessions of painting fun on Wednesday, December 20. Each guided session will be held in the Village Room at 912 City Rd. No previous painting experience is required. The Kids Paint Party begins at […]
Decorate tiny gift boxes at the Library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library On Wednesday, December 13, at 3:30pm, the Manchester District Library will offer a special holiday make and take in the Village Room. Decorate a personalized tiny gift box, perfect to use with that special little gift. All ages are welcome; recommended for ages 13 and under. Stop by […]
Make Christmas ornaments with Hankrajewel
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Make your own personalized ornament at the Manchester District Library (MDL) on Tuesday, December 12, at 6pm in the library’s upstairs lounge on the mezzanine level. Learn metal sculpting techniques from master artist Saadiq, owner and creator of Hankrajewel. Recommended for ages 16+. Advance registration is requested. Sign […]
Public notice: City of Manchester
CITY OF MANCHESTER NOTICE OF ADOPTION ORDINANCE No. 1 LANGUAGE CHANGE AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CITY OF MANCHESTER CODE OF ORDINANCES IN ITS ENTIRETY WITH A WORD CHANGE THE CITY OF MANCHESTER, WASHTENAW COUNTY, MICHIGAN, HEREBY ORDAINS: Section 1. Amendment That the Manchester City Code is hereby amended by changing all references to the […]
