WCCD Annual Fall Tree & Native Plant Sale
submitted by Doug Reith, Resource Coordinator, Washtenaw County’s Conservation District (WCCD) While the early blooms of spring remind us to plant in the cool moist soils, fall is a great opportunity to plant native plants. The soil and temperatures of September and October provide conditions for better root establishment ahead of the springtime weeds. Get […]
August’s Third Thursday features “cruise night“
by Marsha Chartrand Are you looking for something fun to do this Thursday afternoon, August 18? From 5pm to 8pm, join your friends and neighbors — including those friends and neighbors you haven’t met yet — downtown on Adrian Street at the Third Thursday event, which will include live music and entertainment, vendors, hayrides, kids’ […]
Library, bike shop join for disc golf program
by Marsha Chartrand On Saturday, August 20, from 10am to 11am, join the staff from Sharon Valley Bicycle Shoppe as they teach you how to play disc golf at the new course in Chi-Bro park. The Manchester District Library is co-sponsoring this program to help promote the new disc golf course at Chi-Bro Park on […]
Passport to Manchester 2022 second event — Saturday, August 20
submitted by Ray Berg, Manchester Area Historical Society Please join us for our second Passport to Manchester event on Saturday, August 20, from 10am to 2pm! This program Is jointly sponsored by the Riverfolk Music and Arts Organization and the Manchester Area Historical Society. It provides a mix of historical presentations and period music, both […]
Does it get any better than FREE chocolate at Acorn?
submitted by Acorn Farmers’ Market & Café Come join Acorn Farmers’ Market & Café this Saturday, August 20, for FREE samples of some amazing chocolate! Mindo Chocolate Makers will be there with their delicious chocolate samples from 10am to 1pm. When asked to share a little more about their company, Mindo Chocolate Makers replied, “Mindo […]
MUMC Outdoor Movie Night: The Sandlot
This August, Manchester United Methodist Church, located at 501 Ann Arbor St, has been hosting Outdoor Movie Nights. For three weeks, they’ll be showing free family-friendly movies on a big screen in their parking lot, behind the church, next to Klager Elementary. The third and last movie in the series is 20th Century Fox’s The […]
Manchester Jr/Sr High 7th Grade Link Crew orientation and welcome this week
submitted by Brad Bezeau, Superintendent, Manchester Community Schools The Manchester Jr/Sr High School Link Crew orientation and welcome will take place on Friday, August 19, from 10am to 1pm, beginning in the high school Commons. Lunch will be provided to all of our seventh grade attendees, and participants should wear comfortable clothing and shoes for […]
Manchester Community Fair offers events for everyone
Manchester’s 77th annual Community Fair is this week and everyone in the family can enjoy the events that are offered this year! There are plenty of traditional events as well as newer events that have become popular in recent years. Don’t miss out on the fun. Daily admission to the fair is $7 per person, […]
Chamber to host euchre tournament at fair
submitted by MACC board The Manchester Area Chamber of Commerce (MACC) will be holding a euchre tournament on August 12 at the Manchester Community Fair. It’s just $10 per person to participate, and the top two winners will receive half of the entry fees. The tournament will start at 8pm Friday at the Alumni Field […]
County holding Henry Ford–focused open house at Sharon Mills
Interested in local history? The county will be holding an open house at Sharon Mills on Sunday, August 28, from 1 to 4pm. Learn about the mill’s varied uses over time, with a focus on Henry Ford’s influence. A docent will be present to share information, answer questions, and demonstrate the operation of the […]
