Homeschool Game Day at the MDL
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Wear green and bring a green snack to share and join local homeschooling families at the Manchester District Library at 3pm on Tuesday, March 11, for Game Day in the City Room. This fun-filled afternoon will include St. Patrick’s Day–themed games and laughter. All are welcome. Stop by […]
St. Mary’s Catholic Church Lenten fish fries returning for 2025
submitted by Ray Berg St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Manchester, is excited to announce that its delicious fish fry dinners are back this year—DRIVE THRU/TAKE-OUT only. Enjoy a delicious fish dinner each Friday in Lent (March 7 through April 11), with the exception of Good Friday (April 18), from 4 to 7pm. The menu includes beer-battered, […]
Manchester Track and Field team planning can-and-bottle drive
by Sara Swanson The Manchester High School Track and Field team is holding a can-and-bottle drive at the gazebo in Wurster Park on Main Street on Saturday, March 15, from 9am to noon. Proceeds will go toward new equipment for the team, including new pole vault poles.
Story Time, Bingo!, Mario Kart & more at the Library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Many of the most popular Manchester District Library (MDL) programs are ongoing in March. These include: Family Story Time | Tuesdays at 11am: As spring approaches, Family Story Time continues with Miss Abby, Mr. Joe, and special guest readers presenting stories, music, and hands-on activities. MDL hosts this […]
Adult Learners Institute announces its March classes
submitted by Joan Gaughan, Adult Learners Institute While sleet slithers down the window panes and your arthritis wreaks havoc on your joints, Tamara Ekhatib’s second in-person Winter Cooking class on March 4 will help you endure what’s left of winter. Using leftovers to concoct delicious meals will not hasten spring but at least we can […]
Manchester crafter to be featured at Saline Spring Craft Show
submitted by Cheryl Hoeft, Saline Craft Show organizer Over 150 creative craft persons, showcasing their most recent and exceptional work, from throughout Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin will travel to this 27th annual show starting at 8am and running through 3:30pm on Saturday at the Saline Middle School, 7190 N Maple Rd, in Saline. Crafters’ wares will […]
Make macramé plant hangers at the library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library will host Wild Daisy Creative on Friday, February 28, at 11:30am, for a beginner-friendly make-and-take craft project: Macramé Ring Plant Hangers. Attendees will learn four macramé knot styles and go home with their own large decorative plant hanger. This workshop is free of charge […]
We Love Books! Party at the library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library National Library Lovers Month will culminate in a We Love Books! Party at Manchester District Library on Friday, February 28, from 3 to 5pm in the Village Room. Join us for a party at the library, for the library — and for those who participated in our We […]
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 […]
