Summer fun continues in August at Manchester District Library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Manchester District Library (MDL) will offer a variety of events and activities for all ages during August. Scavenger Hunt — August 1–31 Are you seeking local adventure? Pick up a Manchester scavenger hunt from the library front desk and let the fun begin! Young Readers Book Club — […]
Manchester UMC Community Picnic
submitted by Jody Sharrow, Manchester United Methodist Church Manchester United Methodist Church invites everyone to our Community Picnic on Thursday, August 18, at Chi-Bro Park. From 4:30 to 7pm we’ll enjoy hot dogs, ice cream, yard games, and more! The picnic and food are completely free with the option to donate to the ministry supporting […]
SUMC Centershot Archery Program
submitted by Sharon United Methodist Church Sharon United Methodist Church invites you to take part in their Centershot Archery Program, Sunday, August 14, to Thursday, August 18, from 6:30 to 8pm for ages 7 and up. Registration fee is $40 per participant. All instructors will be NASP-trained Basic Archery Instructors. Each coach has up to […]
ALI Announces its Fall Kickoff
submitted by Joan Gaughan, Adult Learners Institute Readers familiar with the Adult Learners Institute know that an ALI Kickoff does not require a football or a soccer ball or a helmet, shoulder pads, referees, or linebackers. The only thing required is curiosity and a means of getting to the McKune Room at the Chelsea District […]
Second annual River Rhythm Music and Arts Festival
by Sara Swanson Manchester natives Vic and Susan Mann, along with daughter Stacy Sheets and son-in-law Eric Sheets, are getting ready to hold the second annual River Rhythm Music and Arts Festival the evening of Friday, August 5, through the morning of Sunday, August 7. Taking place alongside the gorgeous River Raisin in Manchester, this […]
Thursday’s Gazebo concert features a world premiere with Aaron Jonah Lewis
by Marsha Chartrand After a one-week break, another great concert is on tap at the Manchester Gazebo in Wurster Park this Thursday night, July 28! Locally renowned banjo artist Aaron Jonah Lewis, who has been a popular guest at several Riverfolk events over the years, will be returning with a beautifully varied concert in two […]
Summer’s first “Passport to Manchester” event coming this weekend
by Marsha Chartrand Passport to Manchester returns this weekend, from 10am to 2pm on Saturday, July 30! “Passport to Manchester” is an initiative to explore and highlight landmarks in and around Manchester, through associated historical, visual, musical performance, and cultural diversity themes. This month’s theme event is African American residents and culture in Manchester and […]
MUMC Outdoor Movie Night: Moana
This August, Manchester United Methodist Church, located at 501 Ann Arbor St, is again 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 first movie of the series is Disney’s Moana (2016) which will be on Friday, August 12, […]
WWRA to host foam collection weekend
submitted by Shawn Personke, Western Washtenaw Recycling Authority Western Washtenaw Recycling Authority (WWRA) will partner with the DART Container Corporation and community volunteers to host a #6 foam recycling weekend on August 5, 6, and 7, 2022. DART will deliver a trailer to the WWRA Chelsea/Manchester Road bin site, across from the Chelsea Fairgrounds. Volunteers […]
County holding ARP Act public input session in Freedom Township
Join county officials on Thursday, July 28, at Freedom Township Hall located at 11508 E Pleasant Lake Rd to learn more and give input on proposals for the next round of American Rescue Plan Act investments. Drop in for just a few minutes, or stay longer if you want. The American Rescue Plan Act was […]
