MUMC holds monthly Readers’ Tea
by Sara Swanson Are you an avid book reader? Would you like to discuss books with other readers? Maybe you are just looking for some good recommendations? On the fourth Wednesday of the month, Manchester United Methodist Church located at 501 Ann Arbor St, hosts a Readers’ Tea at 11am where people come and discuss […]
Washtenaw County 4-H Youth Show welcomes the public
submitted by Melissa Gillespie, MSU Extension Support Staff Washtenaw County Visit the Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, located at 5055 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd, July 20–July 26, for the 2025 Washtenaw County 4-H Youth Show. This family-friendly, no-cost, public event showcases 4-H Youth Development and the interesting opportunities available to Washtenaw County youth. 4-H is a community […]
August 2 event for veterans set at WCC
submitted by Washtenaw Community College Veterans, active-duty personnel, military-connected families, and the National Guard are invited to the 2025 Washtenaw County Vet Fest on Saturday, August 2, for a day of food, fun, and resources on the campus of Washtenaw Community College (WCC). The fourth annual event is organized by WCC Wadhams Veterans Center in […]
This week’s Gazebo Concert features Rust Belt Revival
by Sara Swanson This week the free Thursday night Gazebo Concerts return after taking a week off for Independence Day fireworks. This Thursday, July 10, at 7pm, Rust Belt Revival out of Ohio will be bringing back the classics from John Mellencamp and Pink Floyd to Neil Young and Prince. Bring a blanket or chairs. […]
MUMC Grief Support Group open to everyone
by Sara Swanson Are you experiencing grief? Manchester United Methodist Church, located at 501 Ann Arbor St, is hosting a Grief Support Group for people grieving loved ones, pets, divorce, or just any changes in life on the first and third Wednesdays of the month at 11:30am. The group is facilitated by Angie Adiska, an […]
Senior Day at the Farmers Market this week
by Sara Swanson This week, on Thursday, July 10, is Senior Day at the Manchester Farmers Market. Several services that provide support for seniors in the area will be at the market, reaching out and signing up seniors for their programs, including the Manchester Senior Center, Chelsea Hospital with Senior Market Bucks, the Community Resource […]
Evening geology hike at the Leonard Preserve
by Sara Swanson Leonard Preserve is home to multiple types of prairies, including dry sand prairie, tallgrass prairie and restored prairie, each with a different soil profile. Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation (WCPARC) invites you to go beneath the surface of the prairie to explore the complex mosaic of soils that the melting glaciers left […]
Community Bible Church holding Beyond AWANA this summer
by Sara Swanson Community Bible Church isn’t holding Vacation Bible School this year but is continuing its Beyond AWANA program. Beyond AWANA runs Wednesdays from 5:30pm to 8pm and includes dinner, a Bible lesson, outdoor games, crafts, and worship. It is appropriate for ages 3 to 19. Community Bible Church is located at 8400 Sharon […]
‘the Manchester Mirror‘ holding an open house at the Farmers Market
By Sara Swanson and Marsha Chartrand In February, the Manchester Mirror held our first ever “open house” at the Manchester District Library. We are holding our second on Thursday, July 17, at the Manchester Farmers Market on Adrian Street from 3pm to 6pm. Are you interested in volunteering? Do you have an idea for a […]
Paper Quilling at the library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Manchester District Library will offer a Paper Quilling activity on Wednesday, July 16, at noon in the Village Room. Turn ordinary strips of paper into extraordinary works of art! This is a very beginner-friendly craft with limitless potential for creativity. Materials provided; recommended for ages 7+. Stop by […]
