More to love at the Chicken Broil
Volunteers are still needed for the multitude of tasks that are part of the annual Chicken Broil. There is a job for everyone, according to co-chair Mike Tindall. “Anyone who lives in the Manchester area should consider this article an invitation to work at the broil,” he said. “People always say they would like to […]
A taste of country music at this week’s gazebo concert
This Thursday at the gazebo in Manchester’s “Village Green,” Wurster Park, join us to welcome TJ Thomas and Kentucky Strait. Kentucky Strait was formed 21 years ago by band leader TJ Thomas and consists of four full-time members, led by TJ Thomas on Guitar and Vocals; Ron Stewart-Bass Guitar/Vocals; Bud Merglewski-Piano/Vocals; and Lyle Cantley-Drummer/Vocals. TJ Thomas […]
Second writing workshop at the Manchester District Library
Due to overwhelming response to the first workshop in June, the Manchester District Library is hosting a second writing workshop on Tuesday, July 12, from 2-3pm. Have you ever wanted to write a book or a script, but you didn’t know where to begin? If you’re interested in taking your writing to the next level, […]
Free Movie: Kung Fu Panda 3
On Tuesday, July 12, at 2 pm, the Manchester District Library will be showing the movie Kung Fu Panda 3, in which Po and the Furious Five face off against two different threats: one supernatural, and one much closer to home. The movie is rated PG.
Manchester Heritage Day THIS Thursday
This Thursday, the Manchester Area Historical Society will host “Manchester Heritage Day” as part of this summer’s “Make it Manchester Thursdays.” Manchester Heritage Day will take place on Thursday, July 7 from 3 to 7 pm, at both the Manchester Area Historical Society’s Kingsley-Jenter House located at 302 E. Main and right up the street at the John […]
Community Update on Watkins Lake State Park at next Chamber of Commerce meeting
The public is invited to attend the upcoming Chamber of Commerce meeting and learn about the new park in a presentation titled Watkins Lake State Park and County Preserve – An Update on the New Park, Public Input Sessions, Potential Commercial Impact to Manchester, and Shared-Use Trail Extension. The meeting will be held Monday, July 11 at noon at the […]
Gazebo concert series continues the tradition with Shari Kane and Dave Steele
Thursday nights are magical in Manchester this summer–and every summer! And while the 63rd annual Manchester Chicken Broil is certainly the grand-daddy of all Thursday events each year, another long running tradition is now in its 28th year–the Manchester Gazebo Concert series in Wurster Park. Last week’s concert with Brad Phillips and Jacob Warren was pretty much […]
Exhale Yoga: New Manchester business opens June 30th
Exhale Yoga Studio opens June 30th, with a ribbon cutting and open house from 5-6pm. Exhale, operated by Anna Deevers, will be the most recent in a surge of new businesses to open in Manchester this summer. Located in the old Manchester Bakery, Exhale Yoga will offer over 20 classes a week. Anna, who has been […]
Washtenaw Co. offering additional HIV testing hours this week
National HIV Testing Day is Monday, June 27. Washtenaw County is providing walk-in testing and appointments throughout the week. Call 734-544-6840 to schedule an appointment or stop in at 555 Towner Street in Ypsilanti during the additional walk-in times: Wednesday, June 29 from 9 am to 4 pm Thursday, June 30 from 9 am to […]
Zion Lutheran Ice Cream Social
This Wednesday, June 22nd, Zion Lutheran will be holding their annual ice cream social from 5 to 8 pm at the church, located at 3050 S. Fletcher Rd. Meals will be $5/person and include a hot dog or BBQ sandwich, choice of one side dish, a drink, and ice cream and cake. Items may also […]
