Manchester hosting Ford Village Industries “Farm to Factory” Tour
Manchester still holds a special piece of Henry Ford history–in fact, it holds two. The Manchester area is home to two of the about 20 “Village Industries” Ford built in rural communities in south-east Michigan during the 1920s and 30s. On Sunday, July 28th, from 1 to 4 pm, the Manchester Area Historical Society and […]
11th Annual Run Manchester
The 11th Annual Run Manchester will be held Saturday, August 3rd. The 5k/10k race will start at 8 am on the Main Street Bridge. You can register at https://runsignup.com/runmanchester before the day of the race for $30 for the 5K and $35 for the 10K. Sign up by July 22nd to be guaranteed a Run Manchester t-shirt. […]
Victory Baptist Church to hold one-day Vacation Bible Camp
Children ages kindergarten through 8th grade are invited to attend Vacation Bible “Camp Victory” from Saturday, July 20, from 10 am to 10 pm. This is a one-day camp and campers will not be spending the night, but our staff is working hard to make this a true camp experience with nature walks, campfire songs, […]
Local kids get ready for Washtenaw 4-H Fair
For a lot of kids, summer means school is out and there’s plenty of vacation, free time, and fun opportunities to look forward to. For 4-H kids, summer means there’s plenty of hard work ahead to get themselves and their livestock animals ready for the annual 4-H Fair in late July. This year’s fair is […]
Blue Water Ramblers present Americana at gazebo
The Blue Water Ramblers will present a 4th of July Program about Michigan, America and their Life as they visit the Gazebo Concert series at 7:30 pm this Thursday. Yes, there will be a concert on July 4–it will be a great way to wind down your celebration of Independence day following the fireworks on […]
Touch-a-Truck event returns to Manchester Fair
Have you ever wanted to…. • Sit in the driver’s seat of a Fire Engine? • Climb aboard a Tractor? • Explore the inside of a School Bus? Well, put your imagination “in gear” and join us for our annual Touch-A-Truck event at the Manchester Community Fair. This event is perfect for kids of all […]
July events at the Manchester District Library
Submitted by Tamara Denby for MDL Hello, summer! It’s here at last—at least, that’s what the calendar says. Who’s ready for some summertime fun? Lazy, sunshiny days. Fresh air. Vacations. Camping and boating. But that’s not all. The Manchester District Library has books, audiobooks, movies, miscellaneous equipment, and programs that are sure to amp up […]
Ladies Day to offer local ghost stories and more!
Ladies Day, traditionally held on Saturday morning of fair week, is always a popular offering at the Manchester Community Fair and this year will be no exception! Elizabeth Polk, of the Manchester Area Historical Society, will present her recent program on “Ghost stories and haunted houses in and around Manchester” to pique your interest in […]
Farmers Market open Thursday, July 4
Don’t worry about last-minute dinner preps for the Fourth of July–the Manchester Farmers Market will have you covered! Yes, there will be a farmers market on July 4, from 3:30-7 pm. And free American flags will be offered to the first 50 customers. Market manager Laura Wohlgemuth said that since this is the first time […]
Around the fairs in 55 days
Submitted By Cindy Radak, Saline Community Fair The Manchester Community Fair, Chelsea Community Fair, and Saline Community Fair are pleased to present our “Around the Fairs in 55 Days” promotion in 2019. Visit at least two fairs in Washtenaw County, turn in your passport at the Chelsea Community Fair or Saline Community Fair, and you […]
