St. Mary’s Rummage Sale just around the corner!
submitted by St. Mary’s Parish St. Mary’s Catholic Church will be holding its annual Rummage Sale fundraiser for the parish in August. The Rummage Sale has many wonderful treasures to look through every year — from furniture to clothing, kitchen, and decorations, tools and gardening supplies, a wide variety of books, and much, much more. […]
Would you like to hand out candy at a trunk-or-treat?
by Sara Swanson River Raisin Distillery is starting to plan this year’s Manchester Trunk-or-Treat for Saturday, October 26, 2025, from 1pm to 3pm, on South Elton Street. They are looking for businesses, organizations, and individuals to volunteer to decorate a trunk and pass out candy to trick-or-treaters. Businesses and other organizations are invited to hand […]
WCRC holding virtual meeting on Sharon Valley Road bridge replacement
submitted by Washtenaw County Road Commission The Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) will hold a virtual project information meeting regarding a bridge replacement project on Sharon Valley Road over River Raisin, between Sharon Hollow Road and Meyers Road in Sharon Township. The virtual public meeting will be held via Zoom on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, […]
Farm to Table Dinner on the Farm — tickets going fast
submitted by Matt Pegouskie, 5 Healthy Towns Foundation July 31 is the last day to purchase tickets at a reduced price for the 5 Healthy Towns Foundation annual Farm to Table Fabulous Feast. Full-price tickets will be on sale starting August 1. This year’s event, at beautiful Gee Farms in Stockbridge on Sunday, September 14, […]
This week’s Gazebo Concert features Jean Wilson & Friends
by Sara Swanson This week, Thursday, July 31, at 7pm, the last free Thursday night Gazebo Concert of the season will feature Jean Wilson & Friends bringing jazz and chill vibes. Bring a blanket or chairs. Rain location is Emanuel Church, 324 W Main St (kitty-corner to the park). This Gazebo Concert series is presented […]
4-Corners Protectors gathering planned for this Friday
submitted by Margaret Shaw The next 4-Corners Protectors gathering is Friday, August 1, from 4pm to 6pm, at the corner of Main Street and M-52, as usual during rush hour traffic. It’s important to let your community and neighbors know we will not yield to normalize the slashing of safety nets for ourselves and others. […]
Volunteer workday at Sharon Hills Nature Preserve
submitted by Legacy Land Conservancy Join us on Saturday, August 9, from 10am to noon, to help remove invasive woody species from the Sharon Hills Nature Preserve. Volunteers will cut back shrubs to two-inch stumps and help haul cut plant material. Stumps will be treated by Legacy staff to ensure these hardy invasive plants don’t […]
Friends of the Library Book Donation Day coming up
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Come donate your gently used books to the Friends of the Library Book Sale on Saturday, August 9, between 10am and noon, in the City Room; proceeds benefit the Manchester District Library. Popular fiction and nonfiction books for all ages in good condition are welcome. Parking is available […]
Bingo for all ages at the library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Join staff at the Manchester District Library on the first Thursday of each month for a rousing round of bingo in the Teen Spot at 6:30pm. All ages welcome. Stop by the library or visit the event calendar for information about this and other great programs for all ages at […]
Emanuel Church holding Annual Ice Cream Social
submitted by Chrissy Whitesall, Emanuel Church The city of Manchester is gearing up for a delightful summer tradition as Emanuel Church hosts its Annual Ice Cream Social on Thursday, July 31. Set to take place on the church’s inviting lawn from 4:30pm to 7pm, this beloved event promises an evening of homemade treats, family fun, […]
