Late summer birding in the Leonard Preserve
Enjoy one of the last days of summer by spending the morning listening and looking for birds in the Leonard Preserve with with Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation’s Kelsey Dehring on the morning of Saturday, September 11th from 8 to 10 am. Stroll along rivers, forests, and fields in search of warblers before they migrate […]
In-person or online balance class for seniors
submitted by Joyce Williams, National Kidney Foundation of Michigan The National Institutes of Health say that falls are the leading cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries in people 65 and older. The National Kidney Foundation of Michigan (NKFM) is hosting four “A Matter of Balance” workshops online to help older adults reduce the fear of […]
3rd Thursday event this week!
3rd Thursday returns this week! This Thursday, August 19th from 5 to 8 pm, come hang out in downtown Manchester for entertainment, food, shopping, kid activities, and more! From 5 to 8 pm, spend time downtown enjoying live classic rock by Lead Foot on the Mill porch and belly dancing performances. Shop the vendors market […]
Historical Society holding garage sale
The Manchester Area Historical society is having a fundraising garage sale this Thursday, August 19th from 5 to 8 pm during the August 3rd Thursday event. The sale will be in the garage and outside of the Kingsley-Jenter House at 302 E Main St, and most items will be sold for a donation to the […]
Ahead of the Curve program to add community calendar for Washtenaw County Caregivers
submitted by Rachael Dawson-Baglien, Ahead of the Curve Project Manager Launched in 2019, Ahead of the Curve is an innovative new web-based program by Catholic Social Services of Washtenaw County that aims to make Washtenaw County a caregiver-friendly community. The goal is to help traditional caregivers and community members identify at-risk, isolated older adults and […]
August features craft projects, free comics and student headphone donation drive at Manchester District Library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Join Manchester District Library (MDL) for the final month of summer programs. MDL staff will make appearances all over town, online, and at Village building for an exciting roster of events. Student Headphone Drive Ongoing through September 17 | in support of Manchester Community Schools Students use headphones […]
Tractor Poker Run
Do you like tractors, playing cards, and having fun? Manchester residents Wayne Parks, Steve Sommers, and Bruce Sommers have organized the 2021 Tractor Poker Run in Britton, Michigan coming up Saturday, August 14th. The event will include prizes, drawings, and food. All proceeds will go to charity. Last year they had 25 tractors! For more […]
Manchester Community Fair returns next week!
Originally scheduled to be held August 18-22, 2020 and postponed for a year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the 76th Manchester Community Fair is finally here! Next week, from August 10th through August 14th, the Manchester Community Fair returns to Alumni Memorial Field located at the corner of Wolverine St. and Vernon St. in the […]
Manchester United Methodist Church’s Absolutely Free Ice Cream Social
Last week, we reported that Emanuel Church’s Ice Cream Social this coming Thursday would be Manchester’s last ice cream social of the season. We were incorrect! There’s a surprise addition coming late to the 2021 ice cream social lineup as Manchester United Methodist Church offers a fresh take on a beloved classic. On Thursday, August […]
Book Donation Days return to the Manchester District Library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Manchester District Library (MDL) is excited to announce that Friends of the Library Book Donation Days are back starting in August. On the first Saturday of the month, Donation Days are held in the Village Room on the lower level of the Village Office building at 912 City […]
