Manchester Wellness Coalition hosting Community Nature Reset Walk
by Sara Swanson The Manchester Wellness Coalition is hosting a free, relaxing group walk on Tuesday, May 26, at 11am. All are welcome. Meet at Chi-Bro Park, 209 Ann Arbor St. Support your physical and mental well-being!
State Rep. Rheingans holding Manchester constitute happy hour
by Sara Swanson State Rep. Carrie Rheingans is coming to Manchester this Friday, May 15, from 4:30pm – 6pm for a constitute happy hour and will be at Over the Edge Sports Bar located at 230 E. Main St. for a casual conversation about things happening in Lansing and in our community. She states that […]
Moth Night at Iron Creek Preserve
by Sara Swanson Last summer we reported on a nighttime mothing event at Iron Creek Preserve located at 11703 Noggles Rd in Manchester Township. This summer the event will be held on Thursday, June 18, from 9pm to 11pm, and opened up to public participation. If this is something you are interested in, register early […]
4-Corners Protectors gathering this Friday
submitted by Margaret Shaw, gathering organizer This Friday, May 15, from 5 to 6pm, is Manchester’s next opportunity for non-violent protest. Join us the first and third Friday of each month at the 4-Corners (intersection of M-52 and Main Street) in Manchester to use your freedom of speech. Bring your own messages or just show […]
Make DIY slime at the library!
submitted by Laura Wohlgemuth, Manchester District Library Event Coordinator Join us at the Manchester District Library for an ooey-gooey good time and make a custom slime creation to take home on Monday, May 18, from 3:30pm to 5pm, in the City Room. All ages are welcome. Stop by the library or visit the event calendar […]
“The rise of AI: understanding ChatGPT and its impact” class at the library
submitted by Laura Wohlgemuth, Manchester District Library Event Coordinator The Adult Learners Institute (ALI) invites curious minds to explore the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence in its upcoming course Artificial Intelligence & ChatGPT, led by instructor Steve Daut. Held over two Thursdays, May 21 and May 28, from 10am to noon, the class will […]
Reminder: MCS Y5-12 farm life–themed Art Show THIS Thursday
Editors’ note: We ran an article about the upcoming MCS annual spring art show at the library a couple of weeks ago. This is a special reminder article written by a Riverside student! submitted by Ellen B, 6th grader, Riverside Intermediate School Manchester Community School District’s 3–12 art teacher, Isabella Push, has once again outdone […]
Stamp Out Hunger, the post office’s food drive, is coming up!
Editors’ note: Manchester residents, if you only have a post office box and not delivery you can still participate! The Manchester post office has put out orange bags to pick up in the lobby and a box to collect donations in. Bring in shelf-stable items to the post office by the end of the business […]
Friends of the Manchester District Library announce 2026 Book Donation Days
submitted by Brenda Bancroft, used book sale coordinator The Friends of the Manchester District Library are inviting community members to support local literacy efforts through their 2026 Book Donation Days. These monthly events help replenish the Friends’ book sale inventory, with all proceeds benefiting library programs, resources, and community activities. Book Donation Days will take […]
Perennials, garden, and yard art sale in Freedom Township
from Pleasant Lake Property Owners Association The residents of Freedom Township, especially those living on Pleasant Lake, have held a yard/plant sale for more than 15 years. The funds raised from the sale help to support protections for Pleasant Lake. The annual perennials sale includes plants, garden supplies, and yard décor—a little something for anyone […]
