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 […]
Make valentines for seniors with the Manchester District Library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Stop by the Manchester District Library (MDL) to make a valentine card or two for local seniors. Gather with other participants on Monday, February 10, from 3 to 4:30pm, in the upstairs lounge space or drop by at your convenience anytime during open hours February 11–13 to make […]
Join local homeschooler Valentine’s Day Party
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Bring a snack to share and join local homeschooling families at the Manchester District Library at 3pm on Tuesday, February 11, for Valentine Party in the Village Room. This fun-filled afternoon will include a valentine card exchange, craft activity, and games. All are welcome. Stop by the library […]
The Adult Learners Institute offers travel alternatives for February
submitted by Joan Gaughan, Adult Learners Institute If you think getting stuck in a snowbank in Michigan is bad, you might want to consider being Stuck in Tibet with John Diekis on Wednesday, February 19, from 1pm to 3pm, at the Chelsea Senior Center. Mr. Diekis will take you either in-person or by Zoom on […]
Community Bible Church brings suicide prevention training to Manchester
by Sara Swanson According to the CDC, suicide is the 11th leading cause of death in the U.S. While it may seem overwhelming and hopeless, Community Bible Church wants you to know that there is something you can do: educate yourself. And they are providing the community an opportunity to do just that. Community Bible […]
