Library Summer Reading Program Kick-off
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library This year, Manchester District Library (MDL) will hold their annual Summer Reading Program Kick-Off event in the Village Room on Friday, June 7. The 2024 Summer Reading Program theme is Adventure Begins at Your Library and will offer reading goals and prizes for all ages through July 20. […]
Friends of the Library book donation day
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Come donate your gently-used books to the Friends of the Library Book Sale on Saturday, June 8 between 10am and noon in the Village Room; proceeds benefit the Manchester District Library (MDL). Popular fiction and non-fiction books for all ages in good condition are welcome. Parking is available […]
Games & Family Story time at the Manchester District Library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Manchester District Library (MDL) popular weekly gaming event Mario Monday will become Wario Wednesday on June 3. At 5pm each Wednesday, drop into the Village Room to go head-to-head with other racers in Mario Kart or face off against Mario and other gaming legends in Super Smash Bros. […]
Renew your mind and body: additional yoga classes coming to Millie’s Coffeehouse
by Laurie Brewis When the noise of everyday life can sometimes feel overwhelming, Millie’s Coffeehouse is growing its yoga offerings to provide a sanctuary for relaxation and well-being. The yoga teachers with Exhale Yoga and Sage Dog Yoga have teamed up to increase the opportunities for the community to enjoy the balance, peace, and rejuvenation […]
Memorial Day Ceremony planned
by Sara Swanson Although there will not be a parade, there will be a Memorial Day Ceremony in Manchester this year. The ceremony will take place at Oak Grove Cemetery on Monday, May 27th at 11am and will include the marching band performing service songs and the Navy Hymn, a wreath laying ceremony, and a […]
MASCC fundraising meatloaf dinner
from MASCC Manchester Area Senior Citizens Council (MASCC) is holding a fundraising meatloaf dinner on Wednesday, May 29, from 4pm to 7pm (or until it is done) at 501 Ann Arbor St. For $15 the menu includes meatloaf, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, coleslaw, dessert, and beverages including coffee, iced tea, lemonade, water, and […]
Track team to host youth Track Camp!
submitted by Michael Coltre, Manchester Flying Dutchmen Track and Field program coach The Manchester High School Track and Field team will be hosting a Youth Track and Field Camp this June! The Camp will be held June 10, 12, and 13 at the Manchester Athletic Complex on the Track. This will be a Monday, Wednesday, […]
Farmers Market starts up this week!
by Sara Swanson After 10 years in alternate locations, including Carr Park, 327 W Main, and in front of the Manchester Market at 455 W Main, the Manchester Farmers Market is returning to its downtown location on Adrian Street this Thursday! The Farmers Market will run every Thursday from 3pm to 6pm through October 17. […]
Plant Sales and Gardening at Manchester Community Schools
submitted by Ruth VanBogelen Two student-run plant sales are happening in Manchester this year. Most in Manchester know about the very popular Manchester High School Plant Sale that started last Saturday, May 11, and continues this week on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 3–6 pm, at the high school. But did you know that the Klager […]
PLPOA annual perennials, garden, and yard art sale
from Pleasant Lake Property Owners Association (PLPOA) The residents of Freedom Township, especially those living on Pleasant Lake, have held a yard/plant sale for over 15 years. The funds raised from the sale help to support protections for Pleasant Lake. The annual perennials sale includes plants, garden supplies, and yard décor — a little something […]
