Toys for Tots collection continues this week
You can help put toys under a child’s Christmas tree, right here in Manchester. The Manchester Township Fire Department and the Dutchmen Firefighters Association are running their annual Toys for Tots campaign. They are collecting toys until Friday, December 17th. As usual, all the toys collected will remain in the Manchester area. Bring your new, […]
MUMC holding Longest Night Service
The holiday season, beginning in late November and continuing through New Year, is considered by most to be one of joyous celebration. Most people gather with family and friends to share meals and gifts, and it is seen as a happy time of year. But it isn’t happy for everyone. Christmas and the holiday season […]
HSHV offers FREE cat & dog adoptions with “Home for the Pawlidays”
submitted by Humane Society of Huron Valley Dozens of deserving dogs and cats at the Humane Society of Huron Valley (HSHV) hope to get a home this holiday. And HSHV is waiving the adoption fees for those who qualify. Alonzo, Bailey, Cassius, Cliff, Cody, Diamond, Julius, Junie, Linden, Magnolia, Norm, Panda, Ren, Vala, Wheatly and Willow: […]
Christmas carol sing along
submitted by Kelly Blaine, Emanuel Church The Manchester community is invited to join the Christmas Carol Sing Along being hosted at Emanuel Church Wednesday, December 8 starting at 7:30 pm. Gather your friends and join us in the beautifully decorated sanctuary and feel the magic of the season come alive as we sing Christmas Carols.
School winter holiday band concerts
Looking for some seasonal music to get you in the Christmas spirit? Everyone is invited to the two upcoming school winter concerts. Riverside Intermediate School’s fifth and sixth-grade bands and will be holding their winter concert this Thursday, December 9th at 7 pm in the High School Auditorium. The Manchester High School winter concert will […]
Ballet Chelsea presents its 24th annual production of The Nutcracker
Ballet Chelsea will bring the magic of the holiday season to life with The Nutcracker, December 11 at 2 pm and 7 pm, and December 12 at 2 pm. This annual production will be held at the George E. Potter Center in Jackson. The performance will feature dazzling scenery, beautiful costume designs, and the colorful characters you adore. […]
Guide to 2021 Christmas in the Village
Manchester Christmas in the Village 2021 Schedule of Events Friday December 3rd Residential Lighting Contest goes live for voting Where: Residences in the Manchester area Description: Find the list and map of the 13 participating residences at https://bit.ly/2021ManchesterLightingEntries and vote for the community favorite at https://www.facebook.com/manchestermichristmas. Voting will be open through Saturday. $100 Prize to […]
Senior Citizens’ luncheon is back!
Riverside Intermediate School would like to extend an invitation to all Senior Citizens in the Manchester community to have lunch with the third and fourth-grade students on Wednesday, December 8, beginning at 11 am. The students promise an entertaining musical performance by the children, followed by a “yummy” turkey dinner, and pie. Lunch will be […]
“Christmas at Happy Hearts”
submitted by Jeanne Spencer, Happy Hearts Feline Rescue Are you in the market for some fun, practical, and useful holiday gifts that will suit just about everyone on your list? How about trying some tasty treats or shopping for special Christmas decorations? All of these and more will be found at the Holiday Bazaar at Happy […]
Clinton Library paleontology event a success; more events coming up!
In addition to using the Manchester District Library, Manchester and Bridgewater Township residents can get a library card for free to check out materials from the Clinton Township Library. Additionally, Manchester and Bridgewater residents are welcome to attend all library events at the Clinton Township Library. The Clinton Township Library is located at 100 Brown […]






