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 […]
Manchester District Library’s holiday hours
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library (MDL) will be closed for the Christmas holiday, Tuesday, December 24, and Wednesday, December 25. Regular hours will resume on Thursday, December 26. MDL will also close for the New Years’ holiday, Tuesday, December 31, and Wednesday, January 1. Regular hours will resume on […]
Emanuel Church invites all children to be in its “no rehearsal“ Christmas pageant
submitted on behalf of Rev. Eugene Blair by Kathy Richardson, Emanuel UCC The message of the church is that the magic and grace of Christmas is with our families and children. We are seeking to share the story and message of Christmas in new ways. So we are calling all families and children for our […]
Holiday music at upcoming winter band concerts
Update from Manchester Community Schools 12-12-24: The Sixth Grade Winter Concert has been rescheduled for Monday, December 16, 2024 at 7pm. by Sara Swanson Looking for some seasonal music to get you in the Christmas spirit? Everyone is invited to the two upcoming school winter concerts. Riverside Intermediate School’s sixth-grade band will be holding their […]
New Year Birding Hike in the Leonard Preserve
from Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation Not much is better than getting some fresh air during a time of fresh starts. Start the year off by enjoying the beauty of our local birds along the charming River Raisin with a birding hike in the Leonard Preserve on Saturday, January 11, 2025, from 8am to 10am, […]
Sugar, Spice, and Everything Nice: a sweet (and savory) make-and-take at the Library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Visit the Manchester District Library (MDL) on Friday, December 20, at 3:30pm for Homemade Holiday: Sugar, Spice, and Everything Nice. Spoil your friends and family (or yourself!) with homemade gifts this holiday season. MDL will provide supplies to make instant hot chocolate spoons and both savory and sweet […]
Sit and stitch with other local crafters at the Library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library On Wednesday, December 18, join Manchester District Library (MDL) staff for a Sit & Stitch session at 4:30pm in the upstairs lounge. Pick up a new crafting skill or spend time on your current project while you chat with other local hobby crafters. The focus projects this month […]
Library to host Christmas Cookie Swap RESCHEDULED
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library will host a Christmas Cookie Swap on Tuesday, December 17, at 6pm in the City Room. (It was originally scheduled for Tuesday, December 10, at 1:30pm.) Bring 3–5 dozen of your own cookies to swap with others in the community. All ages welcome. Stop […]
WCCD holding 77th Annual Celebration
submitted by Dru Mark-Wilson, Washtenaw County Conservation District Commemorate another year of service to our community by attending Washtenaw County Conservation District’s (WCCD) 77th Annual Celebration on January 16, 2025, from 5pm to 8:30pm, at Cobblestone Farm in Ann Arbor (2781 Packard St, Ann Arbor, MI 48108). Attendees will enjoy fine dining, educational experiences, social […]
Holiday Boutique in the Mill this weekend will support Feline Rescue
submitted by Jeanne Spencer, Happy Hearts Feline Rescue Happy Hearts Feline Rescue invites the public to their Holiday Boutique taking place during Christmas in the Village, this Friday, December 6, from 6 to 8pm, and Saturday, December 7, from 10am to 8pm, in the beautifully restored Manchester Mill, located at 201 E Main St. There […]