Community invited to Fire Chief Bill Scully’s retirement celebration
by Marsha Chartrand A Community Retirement Celebration for Fire Chief Bill Scully is being planned for 1pm to 3pm on Sunday, April 13, at the Manchester Township Fire Department, 275 S Macomb St, Manchester. All are welcome! Scully, who has served a total of 40 years on the department, follows in the footsteps of his […]
Timberdoodle Tumble hike in the Leonard Preserve
by Sara Swanson Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation (WCPARC) states, “As the sunsets over open fields experience the delightful aerial display of the American Woodcock, or timberdoodle as some call it. During spring nights the males perform an elaborate routine to impress females, providing a quirky sign of spring that you don’t want to miss!” […]
Spring peepers hike at the Waterloo Recreation Area
submitted by Patrick Muldoon, Waterloo Natural History Association Program Coordinator Discover the outdoor world at the Eddy Discovery Center in the Waterloo Recreation Area! The Gerald E. Eddy Discovery Center is located at 17030 Bush Rd, Chelsea, Mich., just 10 minutes north of Sharon Township, in the Waterloo Recreation Area. One public program will be […]
Library plans special PJs & Pancakes family story time
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library is planning a very special edition of the weekly Family Story Time on Tuesday, March 25. Join us and get super snuggly; you don’t even have to change out of your pajamas! Bring a stuffed friend to join as we get cozy in the […]
Carnival is coming to Klager! Fun for all ages!
submitted by Melissa Yekulis The Manchester community is cordially invited to join the Klager community for Carnival! Carnival is a fundraiser for Klager’s Leader in Me initiative. This cash-only event will be taking place at Luther C. Klager Elementary School on Friday, March 14, from 5:30 to 7:30pm. Game and prize tickets are 25¢ each. […]
Manchester to host first Washtenaw County Monthly Veterans Coffee Hour
submitted by Brian Martin, Washtenaw County Department of Veterans Affairs The Washtenaw County Department of Veterans Affairs is proud to announce the launch of a Monthly Veterans Coffee Hour, an initiative aimed at strengthening connections among local veterans while providing access to vital resources. The first gathering will take place on April 3, 2025, from […]
Emanuel invites community to Free Lenten Dinner and Prayer Service
submitted by Chrissy Whitesall, Emanuel UCC Emanuel United Church of Christ (UCC) is inviting the community to a Free Lenten Dinner and Prayer Service in their fellowship hall on Wednesday, March 19, with dinner from 4:30pm to 6pm and the prayer service from 6pm to 6:30pm. The meal will include sauerkraut, kniffles, and pork. There […]
Bethel UCC hosting Lenten Brunch
submitted by Susan Mann, Bethel United Church of Christ Bethel United Church of Christ and the Women of Bethel are inviting community members to a Lenten Brunch on Wednesday, April 16, at 11:30am, at Bethel Church located at 10425 Bethel Church Rd. RSVP by April 2 by texting or calling 734-323-9284.
Historical Society of Clinton featuring Deconstructing the Past presentation
submitted by the Historical Society of Clinton Join the Historical Society of Clinton for a presentation that will trace the history of an 80-acre parcel of land near the eastern edge of the Irish Hills in the southwest corner of Manchester Township. The future Iron Creek Preserve features a section of Iron Creek near Noggles Road. […]
Manchester teens invited to 5HF ice skating & pizza party
submitted by Matt Pegouskie, 5HF Winter blues got you down and looking for something fun to do? Let’s meet up at the rink and carve up the ice! Ice skating is a great way to have a good time while also staying active, and 5 Healthy Towns Foundation (5HF) has teamed up with Chelsea State […]
