Adult Learners Institute’s term ends with local history and football
submitted by Joan Gaughan, Adult Learners Institute For almost two decades, Grace Shackman’s classes have explored the history of Washtenaw County’s cities and small towns using the houses, libraries, schools, hospitals, banks and businesses, downtowns, even streets and roads. As the name of her class, Potpourri of Finds and Thoughts of 50 Years of Researching […]
Time to register for the 58th Annual Manchester Canoe & Kayak Race
submitted by Manchester Canoe & Kayak Race organizers Registration is open for the 58th Annual Manchester Canoe & Kayak Race! It will take place, as is tradition, on the third Sunday in May, which this year is Sunday, May 19. We hope you will join us again. You can register online at https://manchester.revtrak.net/canoe-kayak-race/#/v/CANOEKAYAK-RACE-REGISTRATION or print […]
Come fishing with the Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts
by Sara Swanson Come fishing with the Manchester Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts. Everyone is invited to go fishing with the scouts on Sunday, April 21, from 3pm to 6pm on the boardwalk in the River Raisin Park (behind Ollie’s/Over the Edge). Bring your own fishing gear if you have it, or you can use […]
Meet up with other birders along the River Raisin
by Sara Swanson The River Raisin Watershed Council organizes events throughout the River Raisin watershed. This spring and summer they are organizing birding meet-ups with one scheduled for Manchester! All bird enthusiasts — from seasoned birders to curious beginners — are invited to join other River Raisin birders for a casual get-together to spot and […]
Build a wren house at the Library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library On Saturday, April 27, Manchester District Library (MDL) will host Devon Stace for a workshop about how to build your own wren house. The presentation will begin at 10:30am in the Village Room. Materials will be provided. Recommended for ages 6+. Advance registration is requested and space is […]
Learn to spring clean naturally at the MDL
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Manchester District Library (MDL) will offer a Natural Spring Cleaning presentation on Monday, April 22, at 6pm in the upstairs lounge. In this workshop, learn about healthy and natural ways to get spring cleaning done without the use of chemicals. Participants will make and take home a bottle […]
MUMC Rummage, Plant, and Garden Sale
Manchester United Methodist Church, located at 501 Ann Arbor St, is holding a rummage sale on Friday, April 26, from 8am to 6pm, and Saturday, April 27, from 9am to 3pm. There will be tons of treasures to shop for with a $3 per bag sale on Saturday.
MDL Adult Book Club to discuss ‘IDENTITY‘
from Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library (MDL) Adult Book Club will meet to discuss IDENTITY by Nora Roberts on Wednesday, April 17. This is the book club’s Thriller selection for the season. Copies of the book are available for on-demand checkout from the library. The meeting will begin at 6pm in the Claire […]
Come play Pictionary at the library
from Manchester District Library Join the Manchester District Library for group Pictionary on Tuesday, April 16, from 3:30pm to 4:30pm in the Village Room (located on the lower level). Group Pictionary allows everyone to play every turn. Whether it’s a stick figure or a three-dimensional drawing, this game of Pictionary is for you! All ages […]
Canasta at the Library
from Manchester District Library Join the Manchester District Library in the upstairs lounge for a fun and friendly card game of canasta on Thursday, April 18, at 4:30pm. Open to both experienced players and folks looking to learn. All ages welcome.
