WWRA Receives Grants, Plans November Foam Collection Weekend
Submitted by Shawn Personke, WWRA PR/Outreach Consultant Western Washtenaw Recycling Authority (WWRA) was awarded two environmental improvement grants from the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) and the Recycling Partnership. The first grant provided $458,370 to purchase robotic sorting equipment and a new truck to increase processing and collection capacity. The new […]
2021 Manchester Halloween activities
Although Halloween festivities haven’t fully returned to pre-pandemic levels, Manchester welcomes back some of the seasonal regulars to their usual locations this year and has added some new ones! Martinrea, located at 706 Parr Street, along with their vendors, will be hosting a Trunk or Treat from 4 to 6 pm on Friday, October 22nd. […]
Witches Night Out event set for Saturday
Something “wicked” is coming your way. A “Witches Night Out” event is planned for Saturday, October 23 from 6-9 pm in downtown Manchester. The evening will include spooky treats, shopping, drinking, dining, games, raffles, and in-store specials. Goodie bags with discounts, business information, and raffle tickets will be provided to the first 75 participants! Look […]
National Bison Day hike in Leonard Preserve
On National Bison Day, Saturday, November 6th from 2 to 4 pm, Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation is honoring one of the most majestic beasts to roam the land with a 2-mile hike through its native and ancient home — the tallgrass prairie of the Leonard Preserve. The hike will be led by Shawn Severance. […]
Free flu shot clinic at Emanuel Church
Michigan Medicine will be holding a free flu shot clinic on Friday, October 29th, from 11 am to 3 pm at Emanuel United Church of Christ located at 324 West Main Street. The vaccine is available for adults, 19 years and older. For more information, contact Community Health Services at (734) 998-2156.
Help Shape the Future: Transportation Improvement Program Development
The Washtenaw Area Transportation Study (WATS) invites the public to help “Shape the Future” for a safer, more inclusive, and sustainable transportation system. WATS is asking the public to review and provide feedback on transportation projects being considered for federal funding. You can view candidate projects and provide feedback on the website at miwats.org/shapethefuture. WATS […]
No-cost online Matter of Balance starts November 1
The National Institutes of Health say that falls are the leading cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries in people 65 and older. The National Kidney Foundation of Michigan (NKFM) is hosting another A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns about Falls workshop online to help older adults prevent falls and reduce the fear of falling. This workshop can […]
It’s time for a grand opening party at the Manchester Market
Submitted by Kenny Frost on behalf of Acorn and the team at Manchester Market The team at the Acorn Farmers’ Market & Cafe would like to extend its gratitude to the Manchester community for making our soft opening a success. By announcing only to the local community via social media and the Manchester Mirror, we […]
Washtenaw County Farm Bureau trick-or-treat event
Washtenaw County Farm Bureau is hosting a FREE Trick-or-Treat style event on Tuesday, October 19, 2021 from 6 to 7:30 pm at the Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds — Building D, located at 5055 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd. in Ann Arbor. Enjoy Michigan Agriculture Products instead of traditional Trick-or-Treat candy. Families and kids 12 and under are […]
Wheels N Reels: Halloween Drive-Up Movie
submitted by Alex Duranczyk, SRSLY Manchester Wheels N’ Reels outdoor, drive-up movie is back again with the Halloween classic “The Nightmare Before Christmas” on Saturday, October 16 at Chelsea Fairgrounds! The movie starts at 7:30 p.m, but gates open at 6:30 p.m., so grab your friends, family, a lawn chair or two, and get there […]
