Adult Learners Institute announces its March classes
submitted by Joan Gaughan, Adult Learners Institute While sleet slithers down the window panes and your arthritis wreaks havoc on your joints, Tamara Ekhatib’s second in-person Winter Cooking class on March 4 will help you endure what’s left of winter. Using leftovers to concoct delicious meals will not hasten spring but at least we can […]
Manchester crafter to be featured at Saline Spring Craft Show
submitted by Cheryl Hoeft, Saline Craft Show organizer Over 150 creative craft persons, showcasing their most recent and exceptional work, from throughout Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin will travel to this 27th annual show starting at 8am and running through 3:30pm on Saturday at the Saline Middle School, 7190 N Maple Rd, in Saline. Crafters’ wares will […]
Make macramé plant hangers at the library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library will host Wild Daisy Creative on Friday, February 28, at 11:30am, for a beginner-friendly make-and-take craft project: Macramé Ring Plant Hangers. Attendees will learn four macramé knot styles and go home with their own large decorative plant hanger. This workshop is free of charge […]
We Love Books! Party at the library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library National Library Lovers Month will culminate in a We Love Books! Party at Manchester District Library on Friday, February 28, from 3 to 5pm in the Village Room. Join us for a party at the library, for the library — and for those who participated in our We […]
After-school art program returns in honor of Random Acts of Kindness Week
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library In honor of Random Acts of Kindness Week, Manchester District Library will have supplies to make friendship bracelets, kindness rocks, and seed bombs using native Michigan wildflowers. What can you create to bring joy to someone in your life, or even a total stranger? Find out on Friday, […]
Seasonal tea tasting at the Library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library will host Samantha Musil, owner of local tea company S*TEA*P, for a seasonal tea tasting on Saturday, February 22, at 11am in the Village Room. Participants will sample five seasonally flavored tea blends while learning about various tea types and brewing methods. Recommended for […]
MDL Adult Book Club will discuss the works of Annie Ernaux
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library (MDL) Adult Book Club will meet on Wednesday, February 19, to discuss the works of Annie Ernaux, winner of the 2022 Nobel Prize for Literature. Club members can choose from a selection of available titles. This is the book club’s translated works selection for […]
Bethel UCC to hold fundraiser for member and his family
submitted by Cathy Moore, Bethel Church A spaghetti supper and silent auction fundraiser for Toby St. Charles, who was diagnosed last fall with lymphoblastic leukemia, and his family will be held at Bethel United Church of Christ on Saturday, February 22. Bethel normally holds a Spaghetti Supper fundraiser in February to raise funds for a […]
February Youth Reading Challenge offers prizes from the library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library (MDL) is offering a Youth Reading Challenge during the entire month of February. Participants up to age 12 can complete a bingo-style challenge card that includes reading activities, attending library events, and more to earn prizes. Register and pick up a challenge card at […]
Family History Guild holding after-hours lock-in
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Family History Guild will hold after-hours lock-in research events on the third Saturday of each month through May 2025; the next event will be held on February 15 starting at 2pm. Participants are encouraged to bring a laptop if they are able. These events are open to […]
