Manchester Community Schools Foundation steps into gap left by declining organizations
As older Manchester organizations are facing declining membership and disbandment, a newer organization is stepping up. The Manchester Community Schools Foundation (MCSF), a 501(c)3 non-profit founded in 2001, has a healthy membership with stable numbers and was selected recently by the Manchester Civic Club as a successor for administrating Student of the Month and T.E.A.M. […]
Local children’s author delights attendees at library event
Jennifer Carson, 1993 Manchester High School graduate and parent of a current MHS student, was the star attraction of the “take your child to the library” day at the Manchester District Library on Saturday. Carson is the author of two middle grade books, the first of which, Hapenny Magick, she read a chapter from, and […]
Contra dance to return to Manchester
In 2015 Manchester residents were introduced to contra dance, and over the next year had the opportunity to attend monthly dances put on by a group called Dance! Manchester to live music in Emanuel Church’s gym. The dances halted for good in 2016. But in good news for contra dance lovers, Carol Palms of the […]
Walkers receive incentive prizes to add interest
There are many good reasons to walk to school: it’s healthier, it is more energy-efficient, and it’s definitely fun! (Especially when you walk to school with a large group of kids, teachers, and community members). But sometimes it’s hard for kids to be able to understand that big picture and see these sometimes elusive ideas. So, to encourage this […]
Unsightly building, now demolished, had historic roots
You may have thought it was just an old garage. Most people did. What many did not know, however, is that the run-down building that used to stand at the southwest corner of Duncan and Macomb Streets was once a part of a large group of businesses owned by local resident Allen Schaffer, who also owned Schaffer Lumber locations […]
Excitement for the walk to school group!
Last Wednesday was the Hot Cocoa Run, where walkers were rewarded with cups of hot cocoa, marshmallows, and candy canes when they reached Klager at the top of the hill! About 65 people enjoyed the treats, including teachers, parents, and other volunteers. This will be another exciting week for the most reliable walkers, as they […]
It’s snowing again …
… and the Village of Manchester reminds residents and business property owners alike that shoveling that snow is mandatory. Village ordinance requires that sidewalks must be cleared within six hours of a fresh snowfall in the business district, and within 24 hours in residential areas. In early January, 61 homes were cited for snow removal […]
Local church to set aside time for study and prayer
Pastor Gary Page of the Victory Baptist Church in Manchester believes the promise from James 4:8–“Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you.” He thinks that coming closer to God is what our world needs in these days. So, he has been working for some time now on helping people do just that, […]
Wellness Coalition looking for ideas to make Manchester healthier
The Manchester Wellness Coalition and 5 Healthy Towns is looking for ideas for new interventions to improve wellness in Manchester. Interventions need to help people move more, eat better, connect with others and/or avoid unhealthy substances. Interventions can be a partnership between the Manchester Wellness Coalition and a civic or non-profit organization or completely independent of existing programs. Do […]
Middle School building to reopen & house 3rd – 6th grades
On Friday afternoon, many families were surprised to get a letter from Manchester Community Schools shortly before school let out for the weekend. The letter informed them that a new building configuration had been decided upon at a special board meeting, held on Tuesday January 16th. The letter stated that the dormant former middle school […]
