Volunteers needed for Farm to Table Dinner
submitted by Matt Pegouskie, Regional Planning Manager, 5 Healthy Towns Foundation If you have ever attended the volunteer-run Farm to Table event in the past, you know how satisfying it is to experience a local venue hosting local farmers and local chefs, all bringing their produce and skills to serve a fine dinner to area […]
Manchester residents invited to performance of “A Joyride in Memory Care“
Editor’s note: Once again, Dementia Friendly Saline has reached out specifically to invite Manchester residents to attend an event in a neighboring community. This performance is part of a broader effort to foster dementia-friendly spaces where caregivers, families, and community members in our area can connect with, learn from, and honor the experiences of those […]
August’s Memory Café at Bethel Church
submitted by Della Smith, Memory Café at Bethel Every fourth Wednesday of the month until October 2025, from 1 to 3pm, Bethel Church UCC will hold a Memory Café. A Memory Café is a social opportunity for people with dementia or memory difficulties and their caregivers (this is not a drop-off event; caregivers must stay) […]
Manchester Talks — again! Make your voices heard
submitted by Peter Knox, Manchester Voices Indivisible Let’s keep talking! After the success of our Flag Day event highlighting community organizations, more Manchester Talks! are in the works. Help spark conversation around issues important to our area in this moment. Manchester Voices Indivisible holds monthly general meetings for new members every third Thursday evening. Join […]
Zion Church Night of Worship, fundraiser for Lasting Smiles — Uganda
submitted by Zion Chelsea-Manchester Zion Lutheran Church is holding a night of worship on Sunday, August 24. It begins with a meal/fundraiser for Lasting Smiles — Uganda at 5pm, followed by worship and presentation at 6:15pm. The whole community is invited. Lasting Smiles was founded in 2016 in Kyajja, one of the poorest communities in […]
Zion Church — free popsicles in Carr Park!
submitted by Zion Chelsea-Manchester Zion Lutheran Church will be giving away free popsicles in Carr Park on Tuesday, August 26, at 6:30pm. Stop by and get a free popsicle! Carr Park is located at 600 W Main St. Zion Church is located at 3050 S Fletcher Rd. Questions? Call Zion at 734-475-8064 or email zionchelsea@gmail.com. […]
Watkins Lake State Park Open House!
submitted by Sybil Kolon, Friends of Watkins Lake State Park The newly formed Friends of Watkins Lake State Park (FoWL) invites you to an open house being held Sunday, August 24, from 2 to 4pm, at Watkins Lake State Park and County Preserve. Come celebrate with us and enjoy the unique attributes of the Park […]
Benefit dinner for Jeff Sangster
submitted by Cassidy Forbes If you know Jeff Sangster, you most likely find yourself associating him with one of the following: soccer, dirt bikes, his love for his community, his pride in his family, or his devotion to his faith. He’s certainly never faltered in dedicating himself to what he loves. And while he has […]
Alber Orchard holding yoga and puppies fundraiser for the Jackson County Animal Shelter
by Sara Swanson Alber Orchard & Cider Mill is partnering with Jackson County Animal Shelter and Zion Well Yoga Studio on Yoga in the Orchard: Paws, Poses & Peace, a fundraiser for the animal shelter. The orchard states, “Get ready to downward dog with some adorable puppies while supporting a great cause. This event is […]
Sharon Church hosting a conference for women
submitted by Darlene Schaffer, Sharon Church Ellen Harbin is returning to Manchester this year for a conference for women on September 20, from 8am breakfast until 3pm. “STAND Whole” is a day of encouragement, fellowship, and music. Invite a friend and come together! Treat yourself to this mini retreat from the usual and be refreshed […]
