Library to host estate planning seminar
submitted by Tamara Denby, Manchester District Library The start of a new year is the perfect time to take a good, long look at a lot of things—especially your finances. Did I hear a groan? Sure, all that estate planning stuff can be intimidating if you don’t know where to start. What’s the difference between […]
Nature photo contest to focus on River Raisin
Calling all photographers! The River Raisin Watershed Council’s Photo Contest is happening now! What do you find beautiful within the River Raisin Watershed? Submit your best photo on any lake, stream or river in the River Raisin Watershed via email to rrwc@lenawee.mi.us Please include a description (where and what). Photos must be high-resolution (over 2400 pixels […]
Blood drive in honor of Cody Simpson
The Manchester High School is hosting a blood drive in honor of Cody Simpson on Thursday January 31 from 1 to 7pm. Simpson, a 2011 graduate of MHS, was involved in a severe car accident in October 2018. Like many others, he needed a blood transfusion after his accident. Sign up to donate blood at https://www.redcrossblood.org/ Sponsor code = […]
Nerf war, chili cook-off, Easter bunny and more – Manchester Sportsman’s Club calendar of events
submitted by Scott Poet, Manchester Sportsman’s Club The Manchester Sportsman’s Club is proud to announce the 2019 calendar of events for January thru April. All the events listed are open for the community to enjoy. For any event listed or future events, please visit www.manchestersportsmanclub.org or our Facebook Page for details. All the events are […]
Ladies Society prepares for 6th Annual Chocolate Potluck
The Manchester Ladies Society is preparing to hold their sixth Annual Chocolate potluck on January 19th, 2019 at 1 pm at the United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall located at 501 Ann Arbor St on the lower level (parking in rear). All women and girls are invited. This event is FREE and is just for fun; it is not […]
Manchester couple to be honored at Conservation District’s annual meeting
Plant Pathologist Dr. David Roberts will present on the “Health of Michigan Urban Forests” at the Washtenaw County Conservation District’s 71st Annual Meeting. The meeting will be held 6 pm Thursday, January 10, 2019, at the Washtenaw County Farm Council Grounds, 5055 Ann Arbor-Saline Road. The public is welcome to attend. The meeting will also include […]
Manchester Library offers a special lineup of events in January
submitted by Tamara Denby, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library is launching 2019 with a bang, offering some great speakers and events in January. Along with the regular weekly offerings, such as Story Time, Coloring, Knit Night, and Family Game Time, the library has booked several guest speakers. At 11 am on Saturday, Jan. […]
Interested in becoming a Master Rain Gardener?
A six-week Master Rain Gardener Certification Class is being planned by the MSU Extension that will help participants design their own rain garden step by step. The class will be held from 9:30 am-12:30 pm on Wednesdays, January 9-February 13, at the MSU Extension Classroom located at 705 N. Zeeb Road, Ann Arbor. The cost for […]
Keep lighting the way–here’s how!
After the past few weeks of reading luminaria articles, are you ready to participate, or are you confused? If your answer is “ready,” then all you will need to get ready are these instructions: Pick up your candle kits in the garage of the Kingsley-Jenter House (302 E. Main Street), starting Friday, December 21st, 10 am – 4 pm; […]
Emanuel Church to present 43rd Annual Live Nativity
Emanuel United Church of Christ will present its 43rd Live Nativity on Thursday and Friday, December 20 & 21 from 7 to 9 pm, in the courtyard between the church and fellowship hall located at 324 West Main Street. Stop by and observe this long standing Manchester tradition which started in 1976. Through the years, these evenings have brought the […]
