Join the homeschooler Valentine Day party at the library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Bring a snack to share and join local homeschooling families at the Manchester District Library (MDL) at 2pm on Friday, February 13, for a Valentine party in the City Room. This fun-filled afternoon will include a valentine card exchange, craft activity, and games. All are welcome. If planning […]
Library offers monthly story time for young homeschoolers
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library On Monday, February 9, Manchester District Library will offer a special story time for young homeschoolers and their caregivers. Join Miss Abby at 11am in the youth area for stories, songs, and crafts while getting to know fellow homeschoolers in the community. More than just a story hour, […]
Learn about the proposed gravel mine adjacent to Watkins Lake State Park and County Preserve
submitted by Linda & Peter Knox, Manchester Voices Indivisible On Tuesday, February 3, 2026, from 6:30 to 8pm at the Kingsley-Jenter House, 302 E Main St, members of Irish Hills Concerned Citizens (IHCC) will be the featured speakers at Manchester Voices Indivisible’s first general meeting this year. IHCC was formed earlier this month to educate […]
Come talk to MCS’s superintendent
by Sara Swanson Curious about how Manchester Community Schools (MCS) will benefit from the CTE millage money? Wondering about the summer construction at Riverside Intermediate? Questions about propane buses? You have the perfect opportunity to get answers this Thursday, January 29, from 5pm to 6pm, in the high school auditorium, 20500 Dutch Dr. MCS superintendent […]
Free tax preparation services available at Manchester Community Resource Center
submitted by Carol Wotring, executive director, Manchester Community Resource Center The Manchester Community Resource Center (CRC) is once again offering free tax preparation help starting February 16 through the VITA program. If your household earned less than $69,000 in 2025, you may qualify for this free service. When you call to make your appointment, CRC […]
Manchester Community Health Fair to kick off a healthy 2026
submitted by Laura Wohlgemuth, Manchester Community Health Fair organizer As the new year begins, many people are setting resolutions focused on one thing: better health. The Manchester Community Health Fair is here to help kick off a fresh and healthy 2026 for residents of all ages. On Saturday, January 31, the City Room beneath the […]
Bingo for all ages at the library!
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Join staff at the Manchester District Library on February 5 for a rousing round of bingo in the Teen Spot at 6:30pm. All ages welcome. Stop by the library or visit the event calendar for information about this and other great programs for all ages at the Manchester District […]
Learn about lichen & how to use a compass 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 […]
New group formed in response to proposed Norvell Township gravel mine, informational meeting scheduled
submitted by Sybil Kolon, Irish Hills Concerned Citizens Irish Hills Concerned Citizens (IHCC), a new nonprofit group formed to protect Watkins Lake State Park and County Preserve, its birds and wildlife, and the rural character of the surrounding region, is hosting an informational meeting to explore the impact of the proposed Norvell Township Gravel Mine. […]
New library reading challenge celebrates the U.S. Semiquincentennial
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Celebrate the United States of America’s 250th birthday with the Manchester District Library. Now through July 4, stop in to sign up for our ”25 for the 250” reading challenge. Read 25 books before Independence Day, mark off each book read on the provided reading log, and return […]
