Upcoming Events

 Sara Swanson

Free movie: SECRET INGREDIENTS

Azure Standard Manchester Drop will host a special screening of the documentary SECRET INGREDIENTS on Sunday, June 23 at 2pm at Emanuel UCC located at 324 W. Main St. While there is no charge, seating is limited. Visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/secret-ingredients-screening-tickets-63162139660 to reserve your spot.  Organizers of the screening shared the following information about the movie: SECRET […]

 Marsha Chartrand

Enjoy this summer’s ice cream socials

submitted by Mary Sue Moore Beginning in June, six area churches will be hosting their ice cream socials. Many delicious food items are offered that might include beef barbecue, hot, or cold, chicken sandwiches, hot dogs, German and American potato salads, coleslaw, baked beans, macaroni & cheese and several beverage options. The meal is then […]

 Sara Swanson

Fairy Festival THIS Thursday

The Manchester Farmers Market will be holding their annual Fairy Festival this Thursday, June 13 from 3:30 to 7 pm, at Chi-Bro Park. Special activities include: Fairy Garden Make and Take from 3:30 to 7 pm (or until supplies run out) Fairy Crafts from 3:30 to 7 pm Fairy Bowling from from 3:30 to 5 […]

 Sara Swanson

MHS Class of ’79 planning 40-year reunion

submitted by Angie Day, MHS Class of 1979 The Manchester High School Class of 1979 is planning its 40th year reunion to be held on Saturday, July 27 starting at 3:00 pm at Kevin Krzyzaniak’s house, located at 10680 Saline-Milan Road, Saline. We will be having a pig roast and are asking people to bring […]

 Marsha Chartrand

Attention MHS Class of 1969

submitted by Paul Heinrich Many of the invitations sent out by the MHS Alumni Association regarding the Annual Alumni Banquet scheduled for June 15 at the High School Commons, have been returned due to the fact they do not contain a PO Box number. We have left copies of the letter and registration form at […]

 Sara Swanson

Goats at the Farmers Market this Thursday

This Thursday, June 6, The Manchester Farmers Market is hosting a Goat Festival courtesy of Mastodon Farms. Farmer Laura will be bringing 10 baby goats and two sweet older goats. Come learn more about farming with goats! Mastodon Farm will also be selling their goats milk soaps. The Manchester Farmers Market is every Thursday through […]

 Sara Swanson

Stewardship Saturday at Watkins Lake

Washtenaw County Parks is holding a Stewardship Saturday, this Saturday, June 8th from 1 to 4 pm at Watkins Lake State Park & County Preserve. Come help the county remove invasive plants like Japanese hedge parsley at Watkins Lake Preserve. No registration or previous experience is necessary. Please wear long pants and closed-toe shoes and […]

 Sara Swanson

Third Thursdays returning with new additions

Downtown Manchester is bringing back 3rd Thursdays this summer! Every third Thursday each month starting in June and running through September, come downtown from 5 to 9 pm to enjoy pop-up artisan and vendor markets, food specials, fun activities, live performers and businesses open late. Like last summer, 3rd Thursday activities are a great way […]

 Sara Swanson

Get Fit Manchester Health Fair at the Farmers Market this week

The Manchester Farmers Market is in full swing every Thursday at Chi Bro Park from 3:30 to 7 pm. In addition to fresh produce, plants, baked goods, and handmade items, this Thursday, May 30, the Manchester Farmers Market is hosting the “Get Fit Manchester” Health Fair. Any business or organization promoting healthy living is welcome […]

 Marsha Chartrand

June events at Manchester District Library

Submitted by Tamara Denby, MDL Summer is just around the corner, and the staff of the Manchester District Library has a great month planned for you! Our new Writer’s Support Group will hold their first meeting on Wed. June 5 at 5pm. The meeting is open to the public and anyone interested in writing is encouraged […]