5th–8th-grade bands hold Spring Concert
by Colleen McKenney On May 19, 2026, at 7pm, the 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade students performed their Spring Concert for the Manchester community at the MHS Auditorium. Led by Director Jenna Kezelian with special guest conductor Mr. S., students showcased solo pieces as well as ensembles, including many classics and favorites. Eighth grader William […]
MCS 2026 Art Show (photos)
by Sara Swanson Manchester Community Schools held their Annual Young 5s–12th Grade Art Show on Thursday, May 7, from 6pm to 8pm, at the Manchester District Library. This year’s had a farm theme! Riverside Intermediate and Jr/Sr High School Art Teacher, Bella Push stated, “This year’s art show was incredible. I am very grateful that […]
Klager’s bike-to-school day! (photos)
by Sara Swanson On Wednesday, May 6, Luther C. Klager with support from many facets of the community held its annual bike-to-school day. Organizer Ann Arwin reports that it was well attended and the weather was perfect!
Windy start to new Sunday Farmers Market!
by Sara Swanson It was a windy start to the brand new Sunday Farmers Market last weekend! While still holding the long-running market on Adrian Street will still occur every Thursday from 3pm to 6pm, this new market is running every Sunday from 10am to 2pm. The MacDonald Brothers provided live entertainment from noon to […]
Photos: 2026 Manchester Community Health Fair
by Colleen Schoenfeld The 2026 Manchester Community Health Fair was held on Saturday, January 31, from 11am to 1pm, in the Village Room. Vendor tables included: Manchester Lion’s Club, SRSLY Manchester, TOPS, Manchester Farmer’s Market, Manchester Market with Smiling Jim’s organic spices, MDHHS Environmental Health, Our Family Friend, Faster Way (weight loss coaching), Health Yourself […]
Cub Scouts hold annual Pinewood Derby
by Marsha Chartrand Ready… Set… GO! The Manchester Cub Scouts held the Pinewood Derby, an annual tradition, on Saturday, January 24, this year at Emanuel Church. Cars are made by each Scout from a small block of wood, with carving and custom paint jobs. They are then raced in “heats,” including two to four cars, […]
