Fundraiser dinner for Lydia a huge success
by Marsha Chartrand Lydia Bennett is an employee at Frank’s Place, a member of the track team, and was involved in a serious auto vehicle accident in mid-March. “When we were informed of the accident, we knew we wanted to help the family,” said Denise Collins, owner. “Jimi Collins from Frank’s Place and Coach Emily […]
Yes, something is still “brewing” on Main Street
by Marsha Chartrand According to owner Jason Cooper, “We’ve had more than our share of delays,” and they are no longer giving out anticipated opening dates for the new taqueria and microbrewery planned for 120 E Main St this summer, “since I’ve missed every one to this point! “It took 13 months for us to […]
Digital Dislocators are State Finalists!
submitted by Andy Galicki, Manchester Digital Dislocators I don’t know if any of us really know what to say about this weekend, but it truly was an adventure that we will remember forever. The Digital Dislocators competed in the DTE Energy Foundation Division, and even though we experienced a few bumps along the way, when […]
Call for Wellness Projects — Manchester Wellness Coalition
submitted by Ray Berg, Manchester Wellness Coalition If you are passionate about helping Manchester Eat Better, Move More, Connect with Others in Healthy Ways, or Avoiding Unhealthy Substances, the Manchester Wellness Coalition (MWC) would like to hear from you. Beginning April 1, 2024, MWC has a $25,000 budget to support local wellness projects that impact […]
A heartfelt thank you to the CRC volunteers
submitted by Carol Wotring, executive director Manchester Community Resource Center April is National Volunteer Month. And Manchester’s Community Resource Center has some terrific volunteers! I’d like to introduce you to a few of them: Francisca Fernandez wanted to make a difference in our community. She enjoys meeting new people and began volunteering in the food […]
High School Small Business Expo
by Marsha Chartrand As Caife Aspire continues to grow under the leadership of Joe Walsh and Manchester Junior/Senior High School’s young entrepreneurs, last weekend the Small Business Expo made an appearance at Millie’s Coffee House on Main Street. Walsh said that as spring approaches, there will be more expos making pop-up appearances around the community. […]
WCRC: Roadwork this week in the Manchester area
from WCRC Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) will be resurfacing two unpaved roads in the Manchester area this week. In Bridgewater Township, Braun Rd between Clinton Rd and Lima Center Rd will have daytime road closures on April 8 through April 10. In Sharon Township, Sylvan Rd between Grass Lake Rd and Heim Rd will […]
Grow your own vegetables this summer!
submitted by Ruth VanBogelen, Manchester Community Garden The taste of fresh-picked vegetables is amazing and Manchester is very fortunate to have a Community Garden that provides space and water for local residents who: do not get enough sun in their yard don’t have space to garden at their home have a problem with animals eating […]
CRC to open one evening each week
submitted by Carol Wotring, CRC Executive Director To better serve the working families in our community, the Manchester Community Resource Center (CRC) will be open on Tuesdays, 12pm–7pm, beginning Tuesday, April 16. All regular CRC services, including the food pantry, will be available. Our hours on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays will remain the same: 9am–4pm. We are […]
Tea tasting at the library
by Marsha Chartrand Samantha Musil, owner of local tea company S*TEA*P, shared tons of “expert-teas” with attendees at Manchester District Library last Saturday. Five years ago, Samantha Musil left her 20-year career in Campus Activities at the University of Michigan to care for her one-year-old daughter, and to pursue her passion for learning about tea. […]
