SUMC Annual Scrap Metal Drive
submitted by Pastor Peter Harris, Sharon United Methodist Church Scrap drives have become expected at Sharon UMC by our community. We regularly are asked about the next date for a scrap drive. In the past, our scrap drives have funded mission trips to Haiti, beans and rice packaging for Haiti, Clean Water for the city […]
New story time features begin in October at Manchester District Library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Changes are coming to the story time offerings at Manchester District Library this October. First, regular Tuesday Story Time will move indoors beginning on October 5. Ms. Stacia will host stories, songs, and activities recommended for ages 3 to 8 in the children’s area of the library at […]
Manchester Township Fire Department: Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety
submitted by Jeff Mann, Manchester Township Fire Department The Manchester Township Fire Department is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) —the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week for more than 90 years — to promote this year’s Fire Prevention WeekTM campaign, “Learn the Sounds of Fire SafetyTM.” This year’s campaign, October 3-9, works […]
Basketball coaches' clinic set for Oct. 9
Manchester High School Varsity basketball coach Zach Neal announces an opportunity for coaches at all levels (and from all districts) to participate in a clinic on Oct. 9 to improve their coaching skills and support a good cause. The clinic will be hosted by Manchester High School, 20500 Dutch Drive. The PKD Foundation is a […]
SUMC to host GriefShare: Surviving the Holidays
submitted by Pastor Peter Harris, Sharon United Methodist Church GriefShare: Surviving the Holidays is a helpful, encouraging seminar for people facing the holidays after a loved one’s death. The seminar is four consecutive weeks and will be held October 28, November 4, 11, and 18 at 7 pm at Sharon United Methodist Church fellowship hall. […]
Manchester Haunted Walk
submitted by Pat Sahakian The Manchester Area Historical Society is hosting a Manchester Haunted Walk on Saturday, October 16th at 7:30 pm led by local actress and playwright Breeda Miller. The walk will feature the spooky side of Manchester history. Tickets are $15.00 presale or $20.00 at the door. Tickets are on sale as of […]
Tickets on sale for Mrs. Kelly’s Journey Home
Tickets are now on sale for the world premier of Manchester’s own Breeda Kelly Miller’s one-woman show! Miller has created a theatrical experience that combines love, roots, and a sense of connection. Mrs. Kelly’s Journey Home is an original work, written and performed as a one-woman show by Miller and directed by Brian Cox. The […]
Final Passport event includes a special fund-raiser for Riverfolk
There’s nothing like Michigan in the fall. Fresh apples and cider are the perfect accompaniment to the turning of the leaves. Tour the historic Alber Orchard and Cider Mill this Saturday to learn about cider production, and enjoy a presentation on the Bethel Church Road area settlement and Native American trails provided by the Manchester […]
Freedom township board invites public to safety event
In 2017, Freedom Township formed a committee headed up by Freedom Township Planning Commissioner, Matt Little, with the goal of creating an emergency preparedness plan tailored for the township. Little and his team worked to create a detailed plan of action for the township to better prepare for possible challenges and emergencies that might occur […]
Final Third Thursday event of the season this week
Come downtown this Thursday evening for the last 3rd Thursday event of the season! This Thursday, September 16th from 5 to 8 pm, come enjoy entertainment, food, shopping, kid activities, and more! Spend time downtown enjoying live rockabilly music by John Louis Good and the Rose City Troubadours on the Mill porch, belly dancing performances […]
