Zeemo the Yo Yo Man Helps the Manchester District Library Kick Off the Annual Summer Reading Program
Zeemo the Yo Yo Man performed yo yo tricks, explained the science and technique behind yo yo-ing, and wowed the crowd with electrifying physics. At 2pm on Friday, the Village Room was packed to overflowing with kids who had just signed up for the Summer Reading Program at the Library upstairs. Ms. Karen gave an introduction. […]
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 […]
