4-Corners Protectors gathering this Friday
submitted by Margaret Shaw, gathering organizer Peaceful protest is more urgent than ever. It is essential to promote peace by example but not weakness. We are not weak; together we’re showing our neighbors and current admin we will not accept violence and harm that has become the norm. We Americans, all of us, are better […]
Chelsea Hospital offering youth mental-health first-aid training
by Sara Swanson Chelsea Hospital is offering a free youth mental-health first-aid virtual training to teach participants how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance-use challenges among youth. You’ll build skills and confidence you need to support youth in your community. Learners complete a two-hour, self-paced online course and participate […]
Learn about Michigan’s imperiled species in winter at the Eddy Discovery Center
submitted by Patrick Muldoon, Waterloo Natural History Association Program Coordinator Discover the outdoor world at the Eddy Discovery Center in the Waterloo Recreation Area! The Gerald E. Eddy Discovery Center is located at 17030 Bush Rd, Chelsea, Mich., just 10 minutes north of Sharon Township, in the Waterloo Recreation Area. The Waterloo Natural History Association […]
Free native-plants workshop for cash-crop farmers
by Sara Swanson Washtenaw County Conservation District is offering a workshop, Incorporating Native Plants in Michigan Farms, on February 18, from 10am to 2pm, at the Washtenaw County Conservation District offices located at 705 N Zeeb Rd., #201, in Ann Arbor. This workshop is open to row/cash-crop farmers in Michigan at no cost. Explore practical […]
Retiring MAHS president, Ray Berg, to be honored at meeting this week
submitted by Caroline Lange, Treasurer, Manchester Area Historical Society The Manchester Area Historical Society invites everyone to come join in our January 8, 2026, meeting at the historic Kingsley-Jenter House, 302 E Main St, at 7pm. This meeting will be honoring our retiring president, Ray Berg. Also, bring your old artifacts to share or inquire […]
Community fundraiser planned to support Manchester graduate Donna Jordan
submitted by Sherry Green The Manchester community is coming together to support one of its own with a Recovery Benefit Dinner for Donna Jordan, to be held on Saturday, January 10, 2026, from 3pm to 6pm, at the Manchester Sportsman Club, located at 8501 Grossman Rd. Donna Jordan, a 1980 graduate of Manchester High School, […]
4-Corners Protectors gatherings starting up for 2026
submitted by Margaret Shaw, gathering organizer We will continue to voice our opposition to cruelty, corruption, and the dismantling of democracy on the first Friday and third Friday of each month during 2026. Join us at the 4-corners, the corner of Main Street and M-52, from 4pm to 5pm, to peacefully gather to stand in […]
Silver Club Memory Programs returning to Manchester for another Caregiver “Lunch and Learn”
submitted by Sarah Weiss, Silver Club Memory Programs Are you a family caregiver looking for support and a well-deserved break? Are you a neighbor helping care for your neighbor, or a friend taking care of a friend? Looking for respite care for a loved one with memory loss? Join Silver Club Memory Programs on Thursday, […]
Manchester District Library announces 2026 recurring events calendar
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Happy New Year from the staff at the Manchester District Library (MDL)! Family Story Time will continue in its regular weekly time slot — Tuesdays at 11am. Miss Abby and special guest readers will offer a variety of stories, music, and hands-on activities. Recommended for preschool ages with […]
Annual luminaria celebration on track for Christmas Eve
submitted by Barry Allen, Manchester Lions Club Each year since the 1960s, 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 […]
