Senior Citizens Council looking for local handypeople for minor home repairs
by Sara Swanson We reported last fall that the Manchester Senior Citizens Council is able to fund minor home repairs using Washtenaw County senior millage funding. They are looking for licensed and insured local handypeople to work with. Please leave a message at the Manchester Senior Center at 734-212-3080 for Barry Osterbur, who oversees the […]
Last Thursday Gazebo Concert moved indoors
submitted by Brenda Bancroft Last Thursday Gazebo Concert took a quick detour from the gazebo to the lower level of Emanuel Church due to the extreme heat, but the music and good company carried right on. Brad Frey returned to the series alongside Gino, treating the crowd to an easygoing set that kept things lively […]
Obituary: Naomi Ruth Hasselbach
Naomi Ruth Hasselbach, age 81, passed away peacefully in her sleep Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at Chelsea Hospital. Daughter of Cecil and Gladys Clouse, Naomi was born July 27, 1944, in Monroe, Michigan. Naomi, known to those closest to her as 鈥淥ma,鈥 devoted her life to caring for those she loved, always putting the needs […]
Announcement: Bruce and Grace Clark celebrate 70th wedding anniversary
submitted by the Clark family Bruce and Grace Clark from Manchester are celebrating their 70th wedding anniversary on July 7. 鈥淗appy 70th Anniversary! From your loving family.鈥
Obituary: Beverly Ann Bross
Beverly Ann Bross, age 90, of Chelsea, Mich., passed away peacefully on July 6, 2026, at the Chelsea Retirement Community. Beverly was born on March 10, 1936, in Ann Arbor, Mich., the daughter of Jacob and Mary (Helps) Nagel. On December 23, 1971, she married William H. Bross Jr. at Zion Lutheran Church in Chelsea. […]
Adopt one kitten, get one free right now at HSHV
submitted by Humane Society of Huron Valley Kitten season is in full swing, and the Humane Society of Huron Valley (HSHV) is overflowing with playful, curious kittens looking for homes. To help more find families, HSHV is offering an Adopt One, Get One Free special on kittens for a limited time. Families who adopt one […]
Presentation on current scams & frauds targeting seniors
submitted by Holly McDermott, Manchester Senior Center director Join us for an important community-safety presentation on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at 10am, at the Manchester Senior Citizens Center, 912 City Rd, for an informative presentation on the latest scams and fraud schemes targeting our community by Sergeant Joel Gebauer of the Washtenaw County Sheriff Office. […]
Teens invited to join graphic novel club at the library
submitted by Laura Wohlgemuth, Manchester District Library event coordinator Young readers who love comics, manga, and illustrated stories are invited to join the Graphic Novel Club, a casual weekly book club for ages 10 to 17. The club meets on Fridays from 3:15 to 4pm in the Upstairs Lounge. Each week, participants will read and […]
Chalk the Walk Ice Cream Social at the Library
submitted by Laura Wohlgemuth, Manchester District Library event coordinator The Manchester District Library will host a Chalk the Walk Ice Cream Social on Monday, July 13, from noon to 1pm, in the City Room under the Manchester District Library. Community members are invited to cool off with ice cream during the summer heat while helping […]
