Make-and-take jeweled trees at the library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat The Manchester District Library will host Joy Matthews on Friday, December 6, at 2pm for a make-and-take craft project upcycling old jewelry into unique and beautiful Christmas decorations. Stop by the library or visit the event calendar for information about this and other great programs for all ages at the Manchester District Library […]
Come play bingo at the library!
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat Join the Manchester District Library staff for BINGO! for all ages December 5 at the library. The staff hosts bingo on the first Thursday of each month for a rousing round in the Teen Spot. All ages are welcome. Stop by the library or visit the event calendar for information about this and […]
Guide to 2024 Christmas in the Village
by Sara Swanson Keep up to date on any last-minute additions or changes at https://www.facebook.com/manchestermichristmas. Friday, December 6, 2024 Free Christmas Card Making When: 7am–1pm and 4pm–8pm Where: Millie’s Coffeehouse, 227 E Main St Description: Make Christmas cards for free. There will also be a donation box for collecting warm weather items for veterans (hats, […]
Men’s Club Christmas Tree & Wreath Sale
by Sara Swanson The Manchester Men’s Club announced that they will be holding their Annual Christmas Tree Sale in Chi-Bro Park starting on Friday, November 29. The sale will run from 5pm to 8pm on Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm on Saturday, and noon to 5pm on Sunday. Trees this year will come from […]
Zion Lutheran Church’s Breakfast with St. Nick
submitted by Lillian Diuble, Communications Director for Zion Lutheran Church Join Zion Chelsea-Manchester Church for Breakfast with St. Nick on Saturday, December 7. There will be a jolly good breakfast, photo ops with St. Nick, crafts, horse-drawn wagon rides, and fun for the WHOLE family! There will be two seatings — one at 8:30am and […]
Manchester 2024 Home Holiday Light Display Contest
by Sara Swanson The Downtown Development Authority and Manchester Main Street Project are holding a 2024 Christmas House Decorating Contest! There will be a $100 prize for first place and a $50 prize for second place. Decoration will need to be complete by Friday, December 6, for judging, which will happen on Saturday, December 7, […]
Sheriff-Elect Dyer invites community to swearing-in ceremony
submitted by Alyshia Dyer, Washtenaw County Sheriff-Elect With the general election now complete, Alyshia Dyer has been elected as the next Sheriff of Washtenaw County. She will make history as the first woman and youngest person to serve in this role. Sheriff-Elect Dyer is eager to begin her work in the spirit of community collaboration […]
Make “Frankensporks” at the Library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library IT’S ALIVE! The Manchester District Library (MDL) is bringing sporks to life (but not really) on Wednesday, November 27, at 4:15pm in the Teen Spot. Create your own “Frankenspork” with googly eyes and pipe cleaners, or make an entire multi-utility army! Materials provided; recommended for ages 4+. MDL […]
“Dozens” of harpists to grace Blacksmith Shop this weekend
submitted by Jim Horton Hi, folks, giving a head’s up — if you want a special kind of concert, come over to the Manchester Blacksmith Shop on Friday night, November 15. The concert begins at 7:30pm. The musicians in the Harp Department at Michigan State University are presenting a unique showcase of music on the […]
Preschool to host Chili Cook-Off
submitted by Erica Finnegan The Manchester Cooperative Preschool is proud to share that they are hosting their annual Chili Cook-Off again this year during Christmas in the Village weekend. Join them at the River Raisin Distillery (located at 480 W Main St in Manchester) on December 7, 2024, from 5 to 8pm. The event is […]
