First Gazebo Concert Marks the Beginning of Summer
This summer marks the twenty-sixth year of Summer Concerts at the gazebo in Wurster Park. As is tradition, the first concert of the year was specifically geared for the kids. Guy Louis did not disappoint. “Where’s my Band!” were the first words out of his mouth as he gathered all the willing kids to the gazebo stairs. Louis passed […]
High School Band Awards
A few weeks ago the Manchester High School Band had their spring concert and awards ceremony. We wanted to take a moment to share who the award recipients were with our readers. The winners of the awards are as follows: Director’s Award for Band (8th Grade) – Megan Jacobs – Percussion – Cozette Cecconie […]
Results from Last Sunday’s Canoe Race!
Last week, the River Raisin was filled with canoes and kayaks, as boaters of all ages competed in the 48th Annual Canoe Race. Nearly 100 boaters braved the chilly waters under sunny skies, racing the rapid river in record times. “With high, spring time water levels the river was running especially fast this year,’ said […]
First Farmers Market of the Season
The Manchester Farmers Market opened for the season Thursday with 17 vendors and featured flats of vegetable and flower plants, hanging baskets, pottery, jewelry, farm fresh eggs, german pretzels, needlework, cookies, pies, fresh bread, and orchids! The Manchester Farmers Market is open every Thursday at 4pm, May – October on Adrian street. Next week […]
Klager Boys Escort Their Moms to the Dance
The Klager Elementary Mother/Son Dance was held on Friday night. This year’s theme was “Superheroes and Supermoms”, but the dress requirement was simply come as you are. Many chose to make it a dressy night on the town, and others…well, others took advantage of the theme to have a little fun! In addition to […]
Butterflies and Earthworms at Library Storytime!
Wednesday morning at the library, preschool storytime got hands-on with butterflies and earthworms. Ms. Karen read butterfly and earthworm stories, then the children went outside and released the butterflies who have called the library home for the past few months. The children returned inside to investigate earthworms and then released them as well. Finally, […]
Manchester High School Celebrates Prom Night!
Prom night for Manchester High School was Saturday, May 3. Mary Bortmas, from Unforgettable Photos, was on hand to photograph this beautiful event. Photos from the day can be viewed and purchased on her website here. Click on the “View Your Event” tab and choose “Manchester HS Prom”. These previews are only available through May 11, […]
Fiddler on the Roof…Bravo! Bravo!
After months of hard work, Manchester High School’s Drama Club held three performances of Fiddler on the Roof this weekend. The shows were phenomenal. Bravo to the cast, crew, volunteers, and all the people that pulled this show together. It was truly wonderful.
