Sharon Church holding “Messy Church — Listening to God”
submitted by Darlene Schaffer, Sharon Church Sharon Church will host “Messy Church – Listening to God” on Wednesday, May 13, from 5:30pm to 7pm, at 19980 W Pleasant Lake Rd, Manchester. Messy Church is a recurring, all-ages gathering that brings the community together for a shared meal, hands-on creative activities, music, and a brief, family-friendly […]
Make metal-stamped jewelry at the library
submitted by Laura Wohlgemuth, Manchester District Library Event Coordinator Design your own custom jewelry at an upcoming workshop hosted by Wild Daisy Creative at the Manchester District Library on Monday, May 4, in the City Room, with a flexible drop-in format from 6pm to 7pm. Stop in at any time during the hour to craft […]
Bingo! for all ages at the Library
submitted by Laura Wohlgemuth, Manchester District Library, Event Coordinator Join staff at the Manchester District Library on the first Thursday of each month for a rousing round of bingo in the Teen Spot at 6:30pm. In May, Bingo will be held on Thursday, May 7. All ages are welcome. Stop by the library or visit […]
Make a DIY “no sew” T-shirt bag at the library
submitted by Laura Wohlgemuth, Manchester District Library Event Coordinator Join the Manchester District Library for Afterschool Art on Monday, May 4, from 3:30pm to 5pm, in the City Room. Do you have old T-shirts taking up space in your drawers or closet? Put them to use by turning them into a tote bag. Make a […]
Preparations for 60th Canoe Race underway
by Marsha Chartrand It’s almost here … time to get ready for the 2026 Canoe and Kayak Race on Sunday, May 17. The Manchester Men’s Club is coordinating the event; check in from 10 to 11am at Fellows’ Bridge on Sharon Valley Road between M-52 and Sharon Hollow. Free parking is available at this site, […]
Klager Elementary to host community-wide Bike to School Day celebration
submitted by Ann Arwin, event organizer Manchester families, students, and community members are invited to kick off the school day in an active and festive way at Klager Elementary’s Annual Bike to School Day on Wednesday, May 6. Participants should gather at 7am at Chi-Bro Park for music, bubbles, and a brief welcome and thank-you […]
Manchester Wellness Coalition holding meet & great — free pizza & giveaways!
submitted by Matt Pegouskie, 5 Healthy Towns Foundation Free food and some fun! Manchester Wellness Coalition (MWC) cordially invites anyone living within the Manchester Community School District region to join us for a meet and greet on Tuesday, April 28, at 5:30pm, in the Manchester Senior Center located at 912 City Rd; park in the […]
Memory Café to be held this Wednesday
submitted by Della Smith, Bethel Memory Cafe’s organizer The Bethel Memory Café’s first meeting on March 25 was great. The Manchester Senior Center was a beautiful location for our meeting. The program by Kathy Fusilier about Fusilier Farms was fascinating. Did you know they were the site of the very first corn maze in Michigan? […]
MCS Annual Spring Art Show
by Sara Swanson Manchester Community Schools will be holding their Annual Young 5s–12th Grade Art Show on Thursday, May 7, from 6pm to 8pm, at the Manchester District Library. Student creations from both art and STEM classes will be on display. Students in grades 3rd through 12th have personally curated the show, selecting the artwork […]
Make a DIY kite at the library
submitted by Laura Wohlgemuth, Manchester District Library Event Coordinator Join Manchester District Library for After School Art on Monday, April 27, at 3:30pm, in the City Room. Create and decorate your own kite, then head outside to see it soar. Celebrate the season with a fun, hands-on activity perfect for a spring afternoon! All ages […]
