One-day bike, walk, or run event fundraiser in Chelsea to raise money for SRSLY
submitted by Alex Duranczyk, SRSLY SRSLY Coalition and Chelsea Hospital are coming together to host Pedal for Prevention, a special one-day event to kick off the summer season and to help support teens struggling with substance abuse. The event will be held from 8am to noon on Saturday, June 11, beginning at the Lyndon Township […]
An off-the-trail hike at Sharon Short Hills
Join guest naturalist Faye Stoner for a hike to visit the far western portions of the Sharon Short Hills Preserve located at 6700 Hashley Road on Saturday, June 4, from 10am to noon. You will talk about geology, botany, birds, and stewardship as you explore “off the trail” to enjoy this lovely area. Note: terrain […]
Attention, golfers: We need you!
submitted by Anita Herman The Manchester Community Resource Center and the Manchester Chamber of Commerce are teaming up again for their annual golf outing to raise money to provide services to the local community. However, this event cannot succeed without golfers! The 18th Annual Fundraiser Golf Outing will be held on Saturday, June 11, 2022, […]
Fairy Festival at Acorn’s outdoor market is this Thursday
submitted by Laura Wohlgemuth Don’t miss this week’s special events at the Acorn Farmers‘ Market & Café Outdoor Market this Thursday, June 2, from 3-6 pm. The highlight of this month’s event is, of course, the Fairy Festival. A variety of special guests are expected, including Dance With Heart Studios, the Adiska Tooth Fairy, Horning […]
Summer Reading and much more at Manchester District Library
submitted by Manchester District Library Manchester District Library (MDL) will offer a variety of events and activities for all ages during June, including the launch of the 2022 Summer Reading program. Library staff have been hard at work creating programs and decorations that embrace this year’s Oceans of Possibilities Summer Reading Program theme. There will […]
Free plants for participating in the Fairy Garden Contest
submitted by Manchester Farmers Market The Manchester Farmers Market is offering 10 FREE PLANTS (while supplies last) to anyone who enters their address in The Manchester Fairy Garden Contest. These plants are offered courtesy of the Manchester High School Greenhouse Sale and Acorn Farmers’ Market & Café. Email farmersmarket48158@gmail.com if you’d like to claim your 10 […]
Memorial Day service set for 11am Monday on Main Street Bridge
by Marsha Chartrand It will be a smaller celebration, perhaps, than in years past, but this year’s Memorial Day will once again be observed with traditional respect and with gratitude to our veterans starting promptly at 11am on Monday, May 30, on the Main Street Bridge. American Legion Post #117 Commander Lester Koch has let […]
Senior naturalist snake hike in Brauer Preserve
Snakes are one of the most misunderstood animals on the planet, inspiring fear instead of the love they deserve. Michigan is home to 18 different species of these secretive reptiles, only one of which is venomous. Seniors, age 55 and older, are invited to join naturalist Elle Bogle for an afternoon hike on Wednesday, May […]
Fairy Festival at Acorn and Fairy Garden Contest
Submitted by Manchester Farmers Market The Manchester Fairy Garden Contest is back by popular demand, hosted by Acorn! To enter, create a fairy garden that is displayed in your front yard to contribute toward The Manchester Fairy Garden Tour. Once you’ve created your fairy garden, submit your name and address to farmersmarket48158@gmail.com. We will use […]
Uke Jam at Acorn
submitted by Manchester Farmers Market Come join us at Acorn Farmers’ Market & Café this Sunday, May 29, from 1 to 3pm, for ukulele fun! Uke Jam will share their talent and expertise by not only entertaining us with their ukulele playing, but also offering to share their knowledge with beginners of all ages! Come […]
