Ace Hardware holding grand opening
4-22-2024 Editor's note: The Grand Opening dates changed after the publication of this article. The original version of this article stated the opening was April 26 through April 28. It is now scheduled for May 10 through May 12 and the article has been updated to reflect that. by Colleen Schoenfeld As most are aware, […]
Come out to the Loved One and Me dance this weekend!
by Marsha Chartrand It used to be known as the “Daddy and Daughter” or “Mother and Son” dance. But in the interest of including all kinds of families, the DECA fundraiser has been changed to be known as the “Loved One and Me.” These loved ones can be grandparents, aunts, uncles, moms and dads, or […]
Library hosting Young 5s through 6th grade MCS Art Show
by Sara Swanson Manchester District Library, located at 912 City Rd, will be hosting 2023–2024 Manchester Community Schools’ Young 5s–6th Grade Student Art Show this year from May 6 through May 12. There will be a main event celebration on May 10 from 6pm to 8pm. Art teacher Isabella Lehrer explained that the Young 5s–6th […]
Help plant trees at Sharon Mills Park!
by Sara Swanson Washtenaw County Parks is planting trees—lots of trees!—at parks and preserves throughout Washtenaw County. Next week they will be coming to Sharon Mills in the Manchester area and they need volunteers to help them plant. They will be planting trees (lots of oaks) and a few shrubs to create habitat, sequester carbon […]
Clinton Summerfest coming soon; antique tractor show to be featured
by Marsha Chartrand The Clinton Summerfest and Antique Tractor Show committee is looking forward to bringing its 15th annual free event coming up on June 8, running from 9am to 4pm. “We are very excited to continue this tradition and provide a free family-oriented festival for the Clinton community and the surrounding areas,” said John […]
Celebrate May Day with tea towels at the MDL
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Celebrate May Day with a make-and-take spring craft project at the Manchester District Library (MDL). Use fake flowers to stamp tea towels at 3:30pm on Wednesday, May 1, in the Village Room. Perfect to make for yourself or as a gift! All ages welcome. Stop by the library […]
Join ocean-themed group mosaic project at the Library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Stop by the Manchester District Library (MDL) anytime between 3pm and 5pm on Tuesday, April 30, to create your small piece of the larger mosaic wall art. Your art will be on display throughout the months of May and June, and will be yours to take home on […]
Bingo for all ages at the Library, May 2
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Join staff at the Manchester District Library (MDL) on the first Thursday of each month at 6:30pm for a rousing round of bingo with snacks and prizes in the Teen Spot. All ages welcome. Stop by the library or visit the event calendar for information about this and other great […]
Adult Learners Institute’s term ends with local history and football
submitted by Joan Gaughan, Adult Learners Institute For almost two decades, Grace Shackman’s classes have explored the history of Washtenaw County’s cities and small towns using the houses, libraries, schools, hospitals, banks and businesses, downtowns, even streets and roads. As the name of her class, Potpourri of Finds and Thoughts of 50 Years of Researching […]
Time to register for the 58th Annual Manchester Canoe & Kayak Race
submitted by Manchester Canoe & Kayak Race organizers Registration is open for the 58th Annual Manchester Canoe & Kayak Race! It will take place, as is tradition, on the third Sunday in May, which this year is Sunday, May 19. We hope you will join us again. You can register online at https://manchester.revtrak.net/canoe-kayak-race/#/v/CANOEKAYAK-RACE-REGISTRATION or print […]
