- Celebrate Manchester! June 4-12
Formerly known as Pride In Manchester, this is the 31st anniversary of the town's weeklong celebration. Free family friendly events and activities all week long! Here’s a few highlights: Historical Society open houses, Flag Day ceremony, barbecue at the Elks Club for veterans, a dance at the Senior Center, live music Downtown, Duck Race at Charter Oak Park, Truck Day at the Lutz, and more!
http://prideinmanchester.townofmanchester.org/CelebrateManch2022.pdf

- Board of Directors
The June Board of Directors’ meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 14, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. The meeting will be conducted both in-person and remotely by means of video conferencing. Individuals may submit email comments to the Board of Directors using [email protected]
Individuals who wish to speak at the meeting, must complete a Request to Speak form by 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting.  Here is a link to the form – https://manchesterct.seamlessdocs.com/f/RequestToSpeak
Individuals can view the meeting live at Silk City TV - http://www.channel16.org/CablecastPublicSite/watch/1?channel=1 or on Cox Communications Channel 16.
The meeting will be available on demand immediately following the meeting - http://www.channel16.org/CablecastPublicSite/?channel=1
For agendas and more information visit: http://bod.townofmanchester.org/

- Conservation Commission
June 8, 2022 Virtual Video Meeting 7:00 P.M.
Any member of the public wishing to participate and/or speak must submit a request to [email protected]
Only individuals requesting to speak will be allowed to join the Zoom meeting and meeting information will be sent to individuals who submit a request. Attendees will need to join the Zoom meeting and will be allowed to speak when directed by the Chairman. Agendas are available online:
http://planning1.townofmanchester.org/index.cfm/boards-and-commissions/conservation-commission/

- Fire Flow Tests – Thursday June 7, at 10AM.  
The Town of Manchester will conduct a fire flow/hydraulic capacity tests, at 425 Broad Street, corner Center St & Broad St Manchester, CT to determine the effects upon the water distribution system.  The hydrant flow test may result in reduced pressure and/or discoloration of the water in the area of 425 Broad Street, corner Center St & Broad St, Manchester, CT.   If water appears discolored, the homeowner should try to avoid using it until it clears.  This will prevent rust and sediment from being brought into the home’s system. If sediment does get into a home’s hot water tank, the homeowner should wait until the water clears and then open the faucet at the bottom of the tank to drain the collected material, which will settle at the bottom. Also, if a load of wash is done during the period of discolored water, the load should be kept wet and done again after the water clears.  Four ounces of cream of tartar should be added to help clean any discoloration of the clothing. It normally takes a few hours for the water to clear in a home.  If water appears discolored for an extended period, the homeowner should call the Water Division at 860-647-3201.

- Sculpture Project Mini-Golf Tournament Fundraiser
The Sculpture Project is excited to offer a fun way for the community to help to raise money for a life-size bronze statue of Elisabeth M. Bennet that will be installed on the lawn of Bennet Academy in June of 2023. They will host a Mini-Golf Tournament on Saturday, June 11 at 10am at Mar-Lea Miniature Golf, 244 Boston Turnpike, Bolton, CT. Shotgun start at 10am and check-in begins at 9am. The ticket price includes: use of ball and putter, trophy for low scores in Junior and Senior Divisions, including a coveted Green Jacket for the winner in each Division, opportunity to compete for the title of “Manchester’s Best Putter “ and Hole in One prize.
After play is over all ticket holders will receive a complimentary lunch at Bobby T’s Hot Dog Cart, located on the Mar-Lea grounds.
The cost is $25.00 for children ages 14 and over and adults. Children 13 and under are $10 and must be accompanied on the course by an adult. Tickets may be purchased in advance by contacting Frank Parseliti, Mini-Golf Tournament Chair at 860-833-8312 or [email protected]   More info at: http://www.manchesterhistory.org/MHS3_SculptureProject.html

- Duck Race
Saturday, June 11, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. Charter Oak Park
The Manchester Lions Club is proud to announce the resumption the Famous Rubber Duck Race (suspended last year due to Covid). This is a fun family event and is a major fundraiser for the Lions Club as all funds are returned to Manchester non-profit organizations.
Cash prizes will be awarded. (1st Place: $1,000, 2nd Place: $500, 3rd Place: $250, 4th Place: $150, 5th Place: $100.)
Tickets: $5 per duck, are available at:
Total Vision, Manchester Parkade,
Highland Park Market in Manchester,
Or contact David at 860-645-6500 / 860-250-1500 / [email protected]

- The James “Dutch” Fogarty Independence Day Celebration provides people of all ages and backgrounds an opportunity to gather and celebrate our nation’s freedom and honor the men and women of our armed forces.  This year’s celebration will be held on Saturday, June 25, 2022 (rain date is Sunday, June 26, 2022) on the grounds of Manchester Community College at the Bicentennial Band Shell.  The day’s festivities will begin around 4:00PM and include a variety of food, organized activities for children and live music. Local sensation Whiskey Boulevard will begin their musical set at 5 pm and we are thrilled to have Savage Brothers headline this year’s music presentation beginning at 7:15 PM. The evening will conclude with a spectacular display of fireworks beginning at approximately 9:30PM.  We are also happy to announce the return of our famous “Chicken BBQ” Dinner this year. Tickets for the event are now on sale at Town Hall Customer Service, Mon.-Fri. 8:30-4:30. The $15 ticket includes ½ chicken, coleslaw, roll, baked potato, watermelon, beverage. BBQ is from 5:30-7pm.
We would like to invite you to become a sponsor of the 37th Annual James “Dutch” Fogarty Independence Day Celebration.  If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact Erin O’Neil, at (860) 922-6805, Molly Devanney at (860) 338-1612 or Marty Shea at (860) 202-1773.  

- Juneteenth Freedom Day Commemoration
On June 18, Manchester will be hosting its second annual Juneteenth Freedom Day Commemoration at Leisure Labs at the Mahoney Center. From 4 PM to 7 PM, join your neighbors in a celebration of Juneteenth, Black History, and culture. A collaboration between the Town of Manchester’s Department of Leisure, Family, and Recreation and its community partners. This year’s event will feature thoughtful speakers, live music, poetry readings, a black-owned food & vendor market, family activities, and more! Juneteenth celebrates June 19, 1865, the day that Union soldiers marched into Galveston, Texas, and enforced the Emancipation Proclamation, ending slavery in Texas. This came nearly three years after President Abraham Lincoln had proclaimed that they: “Shall be then, thenceforward, and forever, free.”

- Manchester Youth Service Bureau Presents:
7th and 8th grade Social
Please join us for a night of fun and celebration. Food, music, games, activities and prizes will be provided
Date: Friday June 10, 2022 from 5:00pm-8:00 pm at Manchester Youth Service Bureau- 63 Linden Street Manchester CT 06040.
RSVP or for information please contact Tasha Weston at (860)-647-5215 or [email protected]

- Threads & Strings
Join us for a day of weaving and music! Sunday June 12th, 12 - 4pm at Cheney Homestead Museum, 106 Hartford Rd, Manchester CT.
Threads - Weavers from the Hartford Artisans Weaving Center will demonstrate weaving skills and historical techniques, and make progress on the Electa Cheney 1825 reproduction flannel. Spinners will demonstrate wool and linen spinning. Also, rug braiding will be demonstrated. Visitors will have an opportunity to try their own hands on loom and wheel!
Strings - The Connecticut Guitar Ensemble and harpist Haley Hewitt will perform, along with a local mandolin and guitar duo.
Learning Opportunities: Find out about local weaving, spinning, rug braiding & musical learning opportunities, and sign up for Summer painting, drawing & sculpture classes at https://cheneyhomesteadarts.org/
Tour the 1785 Homestead, gardens, 1751 Keeney Schoolhouse and learn about Manchester, the Cheney family and Early American life.  Donations Appreciated!

- POLISH FOOD SALE at St. John's Polish National Catholic Church (23 Golway St., Manchester CT) on Saturdays June 11 & 25 from 9am to 12pm. Delicious handmade pierogi: potato&cheese, cabbage&kielbasa, sauerkraut&mushrooms - $12 per dozen (12). Golabki (stuffed cabbage rolls) - $14 per tray (4-5 pcs.). Selection of homemade Polish soups - $10 per 32oz. Traditional Kielbasa & Easter White Kielbasa - $8 per pack, Bigos (Polish Hunter's Stew) - $14 per 32oz., Pierniki (Chocolate covered Ginger bread) - $5 and natural Polish Honeys - $12 per jar. No preorders - just come in & get what you want! Check our full menu here: www.saintjohnspncc.org/pierogi-sale.

- Make A Powerful Impact! Blood donations are critically important at this time of year. Give by June 30 & get a $5 e-gift card, plus a chance to win a VIP trip for two to Memphis and Graceland!
Upcoming Manchester blood drives include:
June 10 from 11:00am -4:00pm at Buckland Hills Mall, 194 Buckland Hills Dr.
June 16 from 9:00am-6:30pm at North United Methodist Church, 300 Parker Street.
June 20 from 11:00am -5:00pm at Manchester Church of Christ, 595 Tolland Turnpike.
June 23 from 10:00am -3:00pm at Buckland Hills Mall, 194 Buckland Hills Dr.
For more info and to schedule your appointment, call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit us online to find drives in nearby towns:  
http://www.redcrossblood.org

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