Washtenaw County 4-H Program Open House
submitted by Jenny Speyer, 4-H Program Instructor, Washtenaw County Millions of young people across the country will be celebrating National 4-H Week, an annual celebration of 4-H during the first full week of October. This year’s 4-H Week theme is Beyond Ready. 4-H has helped millions of youth pave a path forward. We’re ready to […]
Free well water testing
submitted by John Scaramucci, Washtenaw County Conservation District The Washtenaw County Conservation District and students from Eastern Michigan University will be testing well water samples on Saturday, October 5, from 9am to 3pm, at Room 2304, 705 N Zeeb Rd. Some of the tests that will be run include nitrate/nitrite, pH, turbidity, and more. This […]
After school science program focusing on bees!
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library On the back lawn of the City Building, the Manchester District Library will host Janet from Tucker Farms for After School Science: All About Bees on Friday, September 20, 2024. Learn about pollinators, honeybees, and the beekeeper who cares for them. Get to know why they are so […]
Library hosts Chelsea ATA for adult self-defense class
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library On Tuesday, September 17, 2024, the Manchester District Library will host Songahm Taekwondo (Chelsea ATA) for an adult self-defense class. Learn empowering self-defense techniques in a safe environment with an ATA Martial Arts–certified instructor from 6 to 8pm in the Village Room (lower level). Recommended for ages 12+. […]
Make your own sock puppet at the Library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Stop by Manchester District Library’s Upstairs Lounge at 3pm on Friday, September 20, to create your own sock puppet and come up with a story showcasing what makes your puppet special. Will your sock become a beautiful princess, a fire-breathing dragon, or something else completely? Socks and decoration […]
Adult Book Club meeting to discuss ‘Anne of Green Gables’
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library (MDL) Adult Book Club will meet to discuss Anne of Green Gables by L. M. Montgomery on Wednesday, September 18. This is the book club’s Young Adult / Classic selection for the year. Copies of the book are available for on-demand checkout from the […]
New tween book club holding first meeting
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Readers ages 11–14 are invited to the Manchester District Library to read and discuss Beyond the Bright Sea by Lauren Wolk, winner of the 2018 Scott O’Dell Award for Historical Fiction. The T(w)een Book Club will meet on Thursdays at 4:30pm in the Teen Spot, September 19 through […]
5th Annual Manchester Haunted Walk
submitted by Pat Sahakian The Manchester Area Historical Society is hosting the 5th Manchester Haunted Walk on Saturday, October 19, at 7:30pm, led by local actress and playwright Breeda Miller. The walk will feature the spooky side of Manchester history. Tickets are $20 presale or $25 at the door. Tickets go on sale Wednesday, September […]
Final List of September Adult Learners Institute classes
submitted by Joan Gaughan, Adult Learners Institute As mentioned in the August 28 issue of the Mirror, the Manchester District Library now takes its place among the sites in which Adult Learners Institute (ALI) is offering its popular classes. Established by Henry Ford and housing both the library and the village offices, the building is […]
Sharon Church’s annual scrap metal drive to include bottles and cans
submitted by Sharon Church We are excited to announce that Sharon Church’s annual scrap metal drive is back! Join us on September 7 and 14, from 9am to 3pm. This event not only supports our local community, but also helps further Sharon Church’s mission work. Bring any unwanted scrap metal — from old appliances to […]
