Southern Michigan Rug Hookrafters celebrate their 50th anniversary
submitted by Patricia Sahakian The Southern Michigan Hookrafters Guild is celebrating its 50th anniversary with special events each month. As part of our Anniversary Celebration, the Guild is exhibiting its members rugs at the Manchester District Library during the month of November. A free class for those interested in learning the craft will be held […]
Acorn takes a pause
by Marsha Chartrand On Wednesday evening, the Acorn Farmers’ Market & Café board of directors met and made a difficult decision. “We’re taking a pause as of close of business on Saturday, November 12,“ explained board member Ginny Johnson. “We’ll take some time to re-evaluate and during that time we will try to determine what […]
Food Gatherers’ USDA grant will benefit Manchester, Milan programs
by Marsha Chartrand The Manchester Community Resource Center (CRC) is partnering with Aid in Milan and Food Gatherers of Washtenaw County in a program that will help increase food access for rural community members. Food Gatherers, the food bank and food rescue serving Washtenaw County, recently secured an $85,000 “Reach and Resiliency“ grant from The […]
It’s time to Adopt-a-Family for Christmas
submitted by Mary Sue Moore, Manchester Family Service Manchester Family Service, Inc. (MFS) exists to provide aid to many families and individuals in the community. As the holiday season approaches, we seek ways to brighten their lives through our annual Christmas projects. Our popular “Christmas Adopt-a-Family” continues this year! Organizations, local businesses, and families or […]
The Winner of the e-bike is Ticket #65!
submitted by Anita Herman Halloween night in the Village of Manchester was full of excitement, hundreds of costumed beggars of all ages, fun activities, and plenty of tasty treats. From 5 to 7pm, the entire community was abuzz with a chorus of voices saying, “Hey, neighbor,“ “Happy Halloween!,“ “Trick or treat,“ and “Thank you.“ At […]
Shakespeare Club meets
submitted by Joan Gaughan, The Shakespeare Club On September 27, the Shakespeare Club of Manchester opened its 2022–23 season with lunch at the Over the Edge restaurant. The main business of the Club was to catch up on the events in each member’s life during the summer. Rosemary Whelan gave an update on the condition […]
MDL supports Manchester Community Resource Center with Holiday Drive
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Manchester District Library (MDL) invites the community to join them in supporting the Manchester Community Resource Center (CRC) during their annual holiday. This year, the theme is (Everything But the) Kitchen Sink, and MDL is accepting donations of new cooking tools and supplies through December 30. All contributions […]
Park signs project completed
by Marsha Chartrand “The Manchester Parks Commission wants to publicly thank Jeff Tervo for his craftsmanship on Manchester’s new park signs,“ said Commissioner Kindra Weid. The long-awaited final installation of the last two signs in the project occurred in mid-October. “We think Jeff did a great job, and they look very professional,“ Weid continued. Tervo, […]
New trees to provide more shade and beauty in the village
by Marsha Chartrand For the second year in a row, the Village of Manchester has been awarded a grant as part of the 2022 Consumers Energy Community Street and Boulevard Tree Planting Grant Program. This year’s grant was for a total of $3,000, an increase of $500 over last year’s funding. These funds were used […]
Biggby project will not continue
by Marsha Chartrand After many months of deliberations and numerous site plan revisions, the developers of the property at 327 W Main St, who had planned to open a Biggby Coffee business at the location, have notified the village that they will not continue to pursue their application. “For Sale“ signs appeared in the windows […]
