Silver Club Memory Programs returning to Manchester for another Caregiver “Lunch and Learn”
submitted by Sarah Weiss, Silver Club Memory Programs Are you a family caregiver looking for support and a well-deserved break? Are you a neighbor helping care for your neighbor, or a friend taking care of a friend? Looking for respite care for a loved one with memory loss? Join Silver Club Memory Programs on Thursday, […]
Manchester District Library announces 2026 recurring events calendar
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Happy New Year from the staff at the Manchester District Library (MDL)! Family Story Time will continue in its regular weekly time slot — Tuesdays at 11am. Miss Abby and special guest readers will offer a variety of stories, music, and hands-on activities. Recommended for preschool ages with […]
Annual luminaria celebration on track for Christmas Eve
submitted by Barry Allen, Manchester Lions Club Each year since the 1960s, the community has turned into a village of lights as the residents of Manchester light their luminaria at sunset on Christmas Eve. The annual luminaria celebration will return this year with the Manchester Lions Club organizing the holiday tradition since taking over the […]
Free Christmas meal at Chelsea Hospital
by Sara Swanson Are you going to be alone on Christmas? Nobody should have to spend it alone and that is why Chelsea Hospital is hosting a free meal for those in the community, including residents of Manchester, who are alone or cannot afford one. This will be held in the Chelsea Hospital dining room […]
Local health professionals invited to participate in the Manchester Community Health Fair
submitted by Laura Wohlgemuth, Manchester District Library Calling all health-related businesses and organizations! With the new year come New Year’s resolutions; and top of that list is HEALTH. The Manchester District Library (MDL) would love to invite all of our local health professionals to participate in the Manchester Community Health Fair. On Saturday, January 31, […]
Last 4-Corners Protectors gathering of the year planned for this Friday
submitted by Margaret Shaw, gathering organizer This Friday, December 19, is our last 4-Corners Protecters gathering of 2025. Join us from 4pm to 5pm for a peaceful message of good will to all people and our earth. To honor the holiday season celebrated in different ways by people of hope and faith, come dressed with […]
2025 Manchester-area Christmas church services
by Sara Swanson This year’s local church services include: Bethel UCC, located at 10425 Bethel Church Rd, will have a Christmas Eve candlelight service with Holy Communion at 5pm and 7:30pm on Christmas Eve. Community Bible Church, located at 8400 Sharon Hollow Rd, will have a candlelight Christmas Eve service on December 24 at 6pm. […]
Manchester District Library holiday hours
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library (MDL) will be closed for the Christmas holiday Wednesday, December 24, and Thursday, December 25. Regular hours will resume on Friday, December 26, 2025. The library will also close for the New Year holiday Wednesday, December 31, and Thursday, January 1. Regular hours will […]
CRC holiday closure information
from Manchester Community Resource Center The Manchester Community Resource Center will be closed from Wednesday, December 24, through Friday, January 2, so our staff and volunteers can spend time with their families. If you need emergency food during this time, we’ve got you covered. Visit the Manchester District Library to pick up bags of non-perishable […]
Manchester UMC offering Blue Christmas Service for anyone struggling with the holidays
submitted by Pastor Susan Hitts, Manchester United Methodist Church The holiday season can be a difficult time for many, especially for those carrying grief, loneliness, or heavy memories. To provide a place of comfort and reflection, Manchester United Methodist Church will host a Blue Christmas Service on Wednesday, December 17, at 11:30am. The service is […]
