Upcoming Events

 Sara Swanson

Registration forms, raffle tickets & more for 52nd Annual Canoe & Kayak Race!

submitted by Sybil Kolon On Sunday, May 20, the Annual Manchester Canoe/Kayak Race will continue, sponsored by Kiwanis of Manchester. The race started in April 1967 as part of the Centennial celebration of the founding of the Village of Manchester. From 1967 to 1987 the race included row boats! Kayaks were added in 1994. It has been held […]

 Marsha Chartrand

Fourth Annual "Out of the Darkness" Walk set for May 20

submitted by Megan Linski, walk coordinator The Manchester High School Out of the Darkness Campus Walk is set for this year on Sunday, May 20, at Carr Park. Registration begins at 2 pm, and the walk will start at 3 pm. The walk fights suicide by raising money for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention […]

 Sara Swanson

Historical Society Meeting and Village Green Tour – Thursday May 10

submitted by Ray Berg, President of Manchester Historical Society The next Manchester Area Historical Society general meeting is Thursday, May 10, 7:00 pm. For this month, we will meet at the Gazebo in Wurster Park on Main Street at 7:00 pm, where we will take a walking tour around the "Village Green." We will stop at each building […]

 Sara Swanson

First Farmers Market of season to feature Mothers Day Tea

The Manchester Farmers Market will start of its 2018 season on May 10th. In addition to plants, crafts, baked goods and produce for sale, the Farmers Market will be hosting a complimentary Mother’s Tea Featuring Iceni tea and Flo’s Bakery. The Mother’s Tea will start at 3:30 pm and continue while supplies last. There will also be […]

 Marsha Chartrand

Placemaking presentation open to community

The Manchester Downtown Development Authority (DDA) invites you to attend a public meeting/presentation on "Placemaking," which will be held Wednesday evening, May 16, 7:30 pm in the Village Room, Manchester Village Offices. Join the DDA, the Chamber of Commerce, the Manchester Area Historical Society, and other community organizations for an inspiring presentation by Gil White, Placemaking Consultant for the Michigan Realtors. […]

 Marsha Chartrand

Gearing up for Bike to School Wednesday

As the weather improves, the number of bicycles joining the Walk to School program is growing, too! This Wednesday, May 9, is National Bike to School Day. Klager teacher and Walk to School coordinator Kathy O'Mara is looking forward to a record-breaking participation this week! The weather is predicted to be great, and the enthusiasm […]

 Sara Swanson

15th Annual Manchester Golf Outing

by Ray Berg, Manchester Area Chamber of Commerce The 15th Annual Manchester Golf Outing Fundraiser will be held on Saturday, June 2, at Hills' Heart of the Lakes Golf Course in Brooklyn. This event is sponsored jointly by the Manchester Community Resource Center and the Manchester Area Chamber of Commerce. This annual fundraiser combines fun and […]

 Marsha Chartrand

Walk to School warming up!

Last week's walks to school showed an increase in participation with nearly 50 walkers each day and lots of new kids joining the crew. And a growing number of kids are getting to the point of earning a t-shirt, along with other prizes, for their regular participation! Teacher Kathy O'Mara is looking forward to next […]

 Sara Swanson

MCSF celebrity server night at Frank's Place & Dairy Queen

Manchester’s teachers and administrators are getting ready for the annual Celebrity Server Night, a Manchester tradition for more than 15 years. On Tuesday, May 1st from 4 to 8 pm, Manchester Community Schools teachers and staff will put on aprons and work alongside regular staff at the Dairy Queen and Frank’s Place. All tips and gratuities collected […]

 Sara Swanson

Library hosts local author of Caregiver Coffeebreak

submitted by Tamara Denby, Manchester District Library  Are you a caregiver to a sick or disabled parent, spouse, or child? On Saturday, May 5th from 11 am to 1 pm, the Manchester District Library will be hosting a special guest, Breeda Miller, on the main floor of the Library, 912 City Rd. Miller is a public […]