Photo: “Lunch on Us” at Emanuel Church
7-22-24 Correction: The “Lunch on Us” program runs through July 31 not July 30 as stated in the article originally. by Sara Swanson Emanuel United Church of Christ is providing free “Lunch on Us” on Wednesdays through July 31 from 11:30am to 1:30pm. They also have activities for kids and adults during these events. Dine […]
Gazebo hosts Gemini for midsummer reading festival
by Marsha Chartrand The always-popular family band Gemini visited the Gazebo last Thursday as part of the Manchester District Library’s Summer Reading Program reading party. A definite festival atmosphere prevailed in Wurster Park, with free ice cream for all, a bubble table, free kids’ books, and, of course, plenty of dancing to the lively world […]
Photos: Fun at the Fairy Festival
by Sara Swanson Last Thursday the Fairy Festival and Farmers Market were moved to Manchester United Methodist Church’s Fellowship Hall because of the high temperatures. Fairy Garden making and a free dance lesson were just two of the fun activities!
Photos: K–6th grade MCS Art Show, a red carpet event!
courtesy of Manchester Community Schools The Manchester District Library hosted the 2023–2024 Manchester Community Schools’ Young 5s–6th Grade Student Art Show this year from May 6 through May 12. There was a red carpet, themed main-event celebration on the evening of May 10. Photos courtesy of Manchester Community Schools.
MAYS Opening Day 2024 (photos)
submitted by MAYS Board Manchester Area Youth Sports (MAYS) enjoyed a beautiful morning for their Opening Day Ceremonies on Saturday, April 27. Player introductions were made by Lisa Mesko, who also coordinated the event. MAYS has over 150 participants this spring, ranging from T-ballers to 14u (ages 13 & 14) baseball and softball teams. A […]
New/refurbished mailbox at the post office (photos)
submitted by Linda Mussio On Monday, April 1, the Manchester Post Office swapped out their old mailbox for a new/refurbished mailbox.
Photos: Spring workday leaves parks sparkling
by Marsha Chartrand The Manchester Parks Commission organized and carried out a cleanup of Carr, Kirk, and Chi-Bro parks on Saturday, March 16. Several commissioners and a few volunteers spent a couple of hours enjoying the beautiful morning while filling trash bags. Among those participating included Commissioner Kindra Weid and husband Ben; Commissioner Pat Vailliencourt […]
