Safe Routes to School Sponsors 2 Bike Events: Bike Rodeo and Upcoming Bike to School Day
Despite the extreme cold and wind, the morning of April 26, families braved the weather to participate in Manchester's Safe Routes to School first bicycle rodeo. The children learned different safety skills at skill stations set up for the morning's event. The Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society gave each child a new bike helmet, Aberdeen Bike […]
Welcome Warm Weather With Charity and BBQ
by Ben Knauss of the Men's Club Spring is finally here and the return of community outdoor events. Manchester Men's Club is kicking off the season with its annual Ribs and Blues event on Saturday, May 17 from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. at Carr Park on West Main Street in Manchester. This year's event will feature […]
Celebrity Server Night - Tuesday, May 6th
Come on out and support the Manchester Community Schools Foundation (MCSF) this Tuesday night, May 6th. The "celebrities" are, of course, our local teachers and principals!! Each of them is dedicating their time to raise funds for the MCSF. Please be generous if you are able; 100% of the funds generated from tips benefit our children […]
Kiwanis Club to Launch 48th Annual River Raisin Canoe and Kayak Race
by Cindy Kenney of Kiwanis of Manchester The 48th annual River Raisin Canoe and Kayak Race, sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Manchester, is set for Sunday May 18th. This eleven class race begins at noon at the Fellows Bridge on Sharon Valley Road and ends at the bridge in the Village of Manchester. Race categories […]
9th Annual High School Art Show Set for May 10
by Anne Buckalew Held each Spring at the Manchester District Library, the first Annual Manchester High School Student Art Show was an event imagined and sponsored by Riverfolk whose mission is “to engage the community in music and arts experiences which nurture creativity and promote cultural diversity”. Now in its ninth year, the show has become […]
Riverfolk Raising Money for Matching Funds Grant with Silent Auction and Party
Manchester’s Riverfolk Music and Arts Organization has been selected as one of 50 nonprofit organizations in Washtenaw County to participate in a 24 hour fundraising opportunity called Give Local Ann Arbor Area. It’s a national day of giving that, in our area, is organized by the Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation (AAACF). Their mission is […]
Detroit Lions vs Manchester Faculty and Staff basketball game May 2nd @7 PM.
Do not miss this event! Get your tickets and bring the whole family for a fun night at Manchester High School. The Detroit Lions will play basketball against the Manchester Community Schools celebrities. Here’s a hint…it’s not really all about basketball. It’s all about the kids. Tickets are just $10 per person and are available […]
Manchester Middle School 2nd Annual 5K Walk/Run
Registration is open for the upcoming May 8th, 5K Walk/Run. The 5K will start at 3:30pm at the Manchester Middle School playground at 710 E. Main Street, as well as finish there. Students, parents, and friends are all welcome to register and participate. The route consists entirely of sidewalks. This 5K is a fundraiser for […]
FORE!!! Annual Fundraiser Golf Outing Ahead!
The 11th Annual Fundraiser Golf Outing hosted by the Community Resource Center and the Manchester Area Chamber of Commerce is set for Saturday, June 7, 2014. This “fun”draising event will be held at Hills’ Heart of the Lakes Golf Course in Brooklyn, MI. The day includes 18 holes of golf with a cart, Par 3 challenges, silent […]
Instructional Football for Ages 4-6 years
Registration is open for the next instructional sports program! Instructional Football starts on May 6th and is open for all youth ages 4-6 years old. The program will be held in the Klager gym, moving outdoors if weather permits. The instructional sports series is contracted through the Community Ed program and run by Jeremy Hodges. […]
