Manchester Art Association is presenting Manchester Sights and Landmarks Exhibit, Oct. 1 through 21 at Town Hall, 41 Center St. during Town Hall hours. www.manchesterart.org
Time:
7:30am
Location:
Hearing Room at Lincoln Center
Description:
The October 1, 2009 Redevelopment Meeting will be held in the Hearing Room at Lincoln Center.
Agendas and minutes are posted on the Planning Dept. website, below.
Time:
4:30pm
Location:
Lincoln Center Hearing Room, 494 Main St
Description:
A special meeting has been scheduled for April 30th.
The Cheney Brothers National Historic District Commission will meet this evening at 4:30 PM in the Lincoln Center Hearing Room, 494 Main Street.
Minutes are posted online.
Time:
5:00pm
Location:
Lincoln Center, 494 Main St
Description:
Small Business Nights will take place every Thursday night (with the exception of holidays) from 5:00 to 8:00 PM on the second floor of the Lincoln Center, 494 Main Street.
These Thursday evenings are set aside to help small business owners plan for and navigate any government relations related to land, building, and space needs.
Representatives from the Planning and Zoning, and Building Departments will be on hand to answer questions.
Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments also are accepted by calling 647-3044
Time:
6:00pm
Location:
Manchester Memorial Hospital
Description:
A Manchester Road Race Workshop is scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 1, 2009, 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Manchester Memorial Hospital. This is a free, comprehensive information session beneficial for all runners and walkers participating in this year's Manchester Road Race. This evening will include running-related presentations from :
Registered dietitian Michelle Sisk, RD, CD-N
Physical therapists Troy McDonough, MSPT, CSCS and Sylvia Bruno PT and Podiatric Surgeon Donna Boccelli, DPM. Also included will be informational tables and the opportunity to register for the Manchester Road Race and purchase T-Shirts.
Please call to register at 1.888.299.3676
Time:
6:30pm - 9:30pm
Description:
Please note: this class has reached maximum enrollment!
The Manchester C.E.R.T. (Community Emergency Response Team) is looking for new members.
What is CERT? It’s a team of over 100 individual citizens trained to help the Town in case of an emergecncy when all other responders are either tied up or unable to respond. The team is comprised of 5 major sub teams, Communications Team (ham radio operators), Shelter Management Team (operates the emergency shelters in Town), the EOC (Emergency Operations Center) Support Team, the Search and Rescue Team (goes out on Case Mountain to help find lost or hurt persons on Case Mountain) and Fire/Police, who assist the Police and Fire departments at accident scenes and other emergency scenes by controlling traffic and making the area safe for the responders to operate. Also, the team learns how to take care of their family and neighbors during a weather related emergency.
What do I have to do to become a team member? It’s easy: just register for the training class. The class goes for 8 Thursday nights from 6:30 PM to about 9:30 each night, beginning on September 3.
If you are interested in taking the class or want more information, please contact Donald Janelle (team coordinator) at 860-647-5259 anytime during business hours. If no one answers, please leave a message and your call will be returned as quickly as possible.
Time:
7:00pm
Location:
Borders Books & Music in Manchester, 59 Pavilions Drive,
Description:
Child Adoption Resource Association (CARA) plans to hold monthly adoption informational sessions, Adoption: How to get Started! at the Borders Books & Music in Manchester, 59 Pavilions Drive,
on the first Thursday of each month beginning on May 7 from 7:00 to 8:00 PM.
The Child Adoption Resource Association is a non-profit full service adoption agency located in New London serving all of Connecticut. CARA offers free state-wide informational sessions for people interested in finding out more about adoption.
The meeetings will be held at Borders Books & Music in Manchester on the first Thursday of every month.
A Child Adoption Resource Association social worker will explain different types of adoption and offer a step-by-step outline to adopting a child.
Adopting a child from Connecticut state foster care through Project Connecticut’s Child, a grant funded low cost adoption program, will be discussed, as well as international and domestic infant adoption.
Participants will leave with a folder of resources to help guide families, couples, or individuals wishing to adopt.
For more information go www.adoptacarakid.org or 860-444-0553 or to schedule a one on one adoption inquiry meeting at the Child Adoption Resource Association offices in New London.
Registration is required!
Time:
7:00pm
Location:
41 center Street, Manchester Room
Description:
The October 5th Building Committee Meeting has been rescheduled for Thursday, October 1, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. at the Conference Room located at the Manchester Preschool Center.
Any questions, please contact Chris Till at 647-3145.
Agendas and Minutes are available in the Town Clerk's office.
Time:
7:00pm
Location:
Lincoln Center, 494 Main Street
Description:
A listening session to discuss a project of Growing Manchester, Creating a Farm Friendly and Garden Abundant Community will take place on October 1, 7:00 p.m. in the Hearing Room, Lincoln Center, 494 Main Street. Love Dirt? Give your feedback on a proposed action plan for 2010 to promote and preserve farms and community gardens. Listen, comment, and then volunteer to help make the vision a reality.
For more information, contact Matthew Bordeaux
Environmental Planner/Wetlands Agent for the
Town of Manchester, (860) 647-3288 or
e-mail: mbordeaux@ci.manchester.ct.us
Time:
7:00pm
Location:
160 Spruce Street
Description:
There will be a meeting of the Spruce Street Block Watch at 7:00 PM at Nathan Hale School.
Time:
9:00am
Location:
Senior Center, 549 East Middle Turnpike.
Description:
The Senior Center Advisory Committee meeting will be held at 9 a.m. in the library of the Senior Center, 549 East Middle Turnpike.
Time:
10:00am
Location:
Manchester Country Club, 305 S. Main St.
Description:
Visiting Nurse & Health Services of CT, Inc. is hosting its 6th Annual Golf Classic at the Manchester Country Club, 305 S. Main St., Manchester, CT on Friday Oct. 2, 2009. Registration is from 10:00 -10:45 am with an 11:00 am shotgun start. Cost per player is $140 and $560 for a foursome. Proceeds will benefit VNHSC Patient Care Fund.To reserve your foursome please contact Amber Wasielewski, 860-870-2304.
Time:
5:00pm
Location:
American Legion Post 102, 20 American Legion Drive
Description:
Don't forget our ongoing event, Fish Night, held every Friday from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at American Legion Post 102, 20 American Legion Drive. Come and dine on a delicious Fish Dinner. The menu includes flounder, scallops, shrimp and other seafood dishes. We have also expanded our hamburg menu with more options including chicken patties, kelly dogs and hot dogs. Take out is available. We are located just off Main Street (Rt 83) across from the Hospital. For directions or information call (860) 646-7961, e-mail chuck@legionpost102.org or visit legionpost102.org. Function rooms are also available for rent. Additionally, we have an
Open Pool Table on Wednesday Nights from 5:00 PM to 8:00 pm. Stop by and test your skills. For more information on these and other events visit legionpost102.org. For additional information contact: Charles Bruder, American Legion Post 102 Adjutant, 37 St James St., Manchester, CT 06040 or call (860) 647-9203 or email chuck@legionpost102.org.
Location:
Downtown Manchester
Description:
Downtown Scarecrow Display & Contest produced by Manchester Art Association will be held from Oct. 3 through 30. Stroll Main Street and enjoy playful, fun and creative scarecrows created by members of MAA and the Manchester community.
It is not too late to create your own scarecrow for display during Fall Fest. We found fun clothes & accessories at the Church Mouse Thrift Shoppe, 46 Purnell Place. We combined these with some “retired” clothing from our own closets to create Main-ard, Char-Main and Ger-Main - the Downtown District scarecrows. They are in place at the gateway garden located at the intersection of Main and Center Streets. Contact the District office at 645-2101 for a contest registration form and details. We also have some tips on readily available materials you can use to stuff your scarecrow or go to www.manchesterart.org
Time:
8:00am
Location:
Forest St. Parking lot
Description:
There will be a Farmer's Market beginning Sat., July 11 and continuing every Sat. through Oct. 31 at the Forest St. Parking lot from 8:00 am -
12:30 pm.
Time:
8:00am
Location:
Olive Tree Banquet Facility, 16 Brainard Place
Description:
Rummage & Bake Sale by World Wide Lighthouse Missions on Oct. 3, 8 AM to 2:30 PM at the Olive Tree Banquet Facility, 16 Brainard Place. www.fgichurch.org
Time:
9:00am
Description:
The Manchester Recreation Department is sponsoring a Baby Boomer Hiking Club.
Join our six week hiking club and Step Up To Health, meet new friends, get some fresh air and exercise and experience the beautiful trails located right in your own backyard. We will hike a variety of trails located in the Manchester/Vernon/Bolton area. Geared for beginners, but everyone is welcome. All hikes will be one hour long start to finish. Hikes will be conducted on Saturdays beginning October 3 and concluding November 7 from 9:00 - 10:15 a.m. Fee is $24.00 for residents and $30.00 for non-
residents.
Registration is ongoing at the Center Springs Recreation Department Office, Community “Y” Recreation Center, Mahoney Recreation Center and Town Hall Customer Service Center.
Please contact Karen Dinnie, Recreation Supervisor at 647-3164 for further details.
Time:
9:30am
Location:
Manchester Community Collge
Description:
Join us on Saturday, October 3, 2009, on the beautiful campus of Manchester Community College for the Kristen DeBonee Annual 5K (3.l miles) or l Mile "Fun Walk" Walk 'n' Roll for the benefit of Communitas and the MCC Institute on Disability and Community Inclusion.
We invite Walk 'n' Rollers with disabilities and their family and friends - as well as groups, which include children and adults with disabilities, to this event. This non-competitive fun event takes place on the paved greenways on the campus of MCC.
The festivities begin between 9:30 & 10:00 a.m. with registration ($5) in the MCC Arts, Sciences and Technology Lobby. The Walk 'n' Roll begins at l0:00 a.m. Refreshments and prize drawings complete the activities of the morning. The donation supports the work of Communitas (a 50l c 3) on behalf of the MCC Institute on Disability and Community Inclusion. Funds are used to bring the words and works of talented people with disabilities into sharper focus. The main goal is to reduce, and ultimately eliminate, negative attitudes and stereotypes concerning children and adults with disabilities.
Please join us in celebrating the spectacular season of autumn in New England while raising the necessary dollars to affect change.
For more information please contact Joan Jakiela 860-512-2705 or email her at: jjakiela@mcc.commnet.edu
Time:
5:00pm
Location:
Cheney Hall, 177 Hartford Road, Manchester
Description:
MARC, Inc. of Manchester is pleased to announce that the Tri-County Board of Realtors is holding a Fashion Show on Saturday, October 3, 2009 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Cheney Hall, 177 Hartford Road, Manchester to benefit the MARC Capital Campaign. The fashion show will showcase fall clothing collections from Coldwater Creek that will be modeled by members from the Tri-County Board of Realtors and individuals served by MARC.
Teresa LaBarbera, Pinpoint Traffic Reporter from WFSB Channel 3 will make a special guest appearance at the event. Throughout the evening, attendees will also enjoy cheese, fruit and vegetable platters from Highland Park Market, burger sliders from Corey’s Catsup & Mustard, pizza from Mulberry Street and made-from-scratch desserts from Brown Sugar Catering.
Tickets for the event are $20.00 each and can be purchased by calling Carol at the Tri-County Board of Realtors Office between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. at (860) 646-2450. A limited number of tickets will also be available at
the door.
Time:
9:00am
Location:
Front lawn of MHS (on Middle Turnpike East)
Description:
Manchester High School Girls Volleyball will hold a Mum Sale - Fundraiser on Sunday October 4, 9am -4pm or until we sell out! on the front lawn of MHS (on Middle Turnpike East).
If you buy mums in the fall, please purchase them from us! Decorate your house, apartment, condo or classroom and help support the MHS Girls Volleyball Team!
Each plant is $6 OR 3 for $15
Spread the word! Hope to see you there!
Time:
1:00pm
Location:
First Congregational Church, 837 Main St., East Hartford
Description:
There will be a Blood Drive today at the First Congregational Church, 837 Main St., East Hartford, 1:30 - 6:15 pm.
To schedule your appointment Call 1-800-GIVE LIFE!
www.bloodct.org ( http://www.bloodct.org/ )
Time:
1:30pm
Location:
First Congregational Church, 695 Hartford Tpke., Vernon/Rockville
Description:
There will be a Blood Drive today at the First Congregational Church, 695 Hartford Tpke., Vernon/Rockville, 1:30 - 6:15 pm.
To schedule your appointment Call 1-800-GIVE LIFE!
www.bloodct.org ( http://www.bloodct.org/ )
Time:
6:00pm
Location:
Rockville General Hospital
Description:
Orthopedic surgeon Kenneth Alleyne, MD. will talk ao the topic of Oh My Aching Knees! on Monday, October 5, 6-7:30 p.m. at Rockville General Hospital. Is knee pain starting to slow you down? Come learn about the latest techniques to keep your knees healthy as well as minimally invasive treatment techniques to help keep them moving.
Time:
7:00pm
Location:
Howroyd Room of the Manchester Public Library, 586 Main Street
Description:
The Manchester Public Library is pleased to present a special FREE, one-hour lecture, The Raven – The Inspiration for one of Edgar Allen Poe's most famous poems, on Monday, October 5, 7:00 p.m.in the Howroyd Room of the Manchester Public Library, 586 Main Street. Kasha Breau, a licensed wildlife rehabilitator from the Connecticut Audubon Society, will share her passion for this majestic bird – its mythology, habitat, and rehabilitation efforts.
No registration is required.
For more information call Reference/Adult Services at 860-645-0821 or go to (http://library.townofmanchester.org).
The Program is made possible by the Big Read, an initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with the Institute of Museum and Library Services designed to revitalize the role of literature in American culture.
Time:
7:00pm
Description:
The Planning and Zoning Commission will have a meeting today at 7:00 PM in the Lincoln Center Hearing Room, 494 Main St.
At combined public hearings/business meetings, the public hearing portion will begin at 7:00PM and the business meeting will follow immediately after the hearings are closed.
Agendas and Minutes are posted online.
Time:
8:30am
Location:
Ikon 655 Winding Brook Drive Glastonbury
Description:
To schedule your appointment Call 1-800-GIVE LIFE!
www.bloodct.org ( http://www.bloodct.org/ )
IKON Glastonbury 8:30am-1:15pm
Time:
12:00pm
Description:
A Veteran's benefits counselor will be at the Weiss Center conference room every Tuesday from noon-3pm. Call 729-3163 for more info. on Tuesdays only. All other times please call 860-872-6433.
The Weiss Center is located at 479 Main St. in Manchester. Park in rear of building.
Use the parking lot entrance. Follow signs to veteran's counselor.
There is an elevator located at this entrance.
This is for all veterans, regardless of branch of service, combat or non-combat.
Time:
3:00pm
Location:
Manchester Town Hall Lobby,41 Center Street
Description:
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
The focus of breast cancer awareness is to spread the message that “early detection of breast cancer, followed by prompt treatment, saves lives”. On October 6, 2009, the annual Nancy K. Pilver Breast Cancer Awareness Wreath Ceremony will take place at the Manchester Town Hall at 3:00 PM. Nancy K. Pilver was a tireless supporter and advocate for breast cancer awareness and research.
The Dedication Ceremony is a show of commitment and support to Manchester residents and their families who have endured the hardships of breast cancer and to offer hope, strength, and encouragement to the many women, men and their families who are affected by breast cancer every day. Mayor Louis A. Spadaccini will issue a Breast Cancer Awareness Proclamation. Guest speakers include: Governor M Jodi Rell, Senator Mary Ann Handley and Linda Yankowski, Nancy’s daughter.
Time:
7:00pm
Location:
Hearing Room at Lincoln Center, 494 Main St., Manchester
Description:
One regular meeting of the Manchester Board of Directors will be held this month: Oct. 13 at 7:00 p.m. in the Hearing Room at Lincoln Center, 494 Main St., Manchester. Special meetings will be held at such time and places as determined by the Board of Directors.
Agendas and Minutes are posted online.
Time:
8:10am
Location:
Goodwin College 745 Burnside Ave., East Hartford
Description:
There will be a Blood Drive today at Goodwin College 745 Burnside Ave., East Hartford, 8:15 am - 5:30 pm.
To schedule your appointment Call 1-800-GIVE LIFE!
www.bloodct.org ( http://www.bloodct.org/ )
Time:
2:00pm - 6:00pm
Location:
MCC Band Shell
Description:
The MCC Farmers Market will be held every Wednesday, beginning July 1
and continue through October 21.
The Farmers' Market features various
fresh and organic items, including vegetables, fruits, herbs, a variety
of plants, beeswax candles, soaps, honey, goat's milk, goat's cheese and
a live performance from C-Minus.
Time: 2 p.m.-6 p.m.
Location: The MCC Band Shell
Free and open to the public
For more information, email apaterna@mcc.commnet.edu
Time:
3:30pm
Location:
Waddell Elementary School
Description:
Waddell Elementary School's PTA After School
Enrichment program begins Wed., Oct. 7 3:30-4:30. The PTA is seeking volunteers for five classes once per week, Wednesdays 3:30-4:30 October 7 - November 4. Consider sharing your time and talent with Waddell students in a group setting after school. To learn more contact waddellpta@gmail.com or visit www.waddellpta.qlubb.com.
Time:
5:00pm
Location:
South United Methodist Church, 1226 Main Street, Manchester
Description:
The Nurturing Families Network at Eastern Connecticut Health Network (ECHN) will run a free 10-week Dads’ Group at the South United Methodist Church, 1226 Main Street, Manchester, on Wednesday nights from 5 to 7:30 p.m. beginning October 7.
The importance of dad's role within the family unit is so often underestimated. Come and learn why you are so important to your children. A light dinner will be served. Childcare is available. If you would like more information about the program or wish to register, please call 860.646.1222, Ext. 2457.
Time:
5:30pm
Location:
Lutz Children’s Museum
Description:
CLASS ENROLLMENT IS FULL: The Oct. 7 workshop designed especially for Parents of Preschoolers at the Lutz Children’s Museum is full. There are still openings in the Dec. 2 class.
Dinner is at 5:30—6:00 pm with the Workshop from 6:00—7:30. The program on October 7 is Beyond Praise and Punishment: Effective Discipline with Young Children by Ruth Ettenberg Freeman, LCSW. Over the past 20 years, Ruth has used her insight and knowledge to teach positive parenting skills to hundreds of parents from all walks of life. This program will provide skills and approaches for effective discipline techniques. Participants will learn how to respond to misbehavior
without hurting children's self-worth or parent-child relationships.
All programs are FREE and childcare is available during the workshop. To register for one or all programs, please call Sharon Kozey at 647-5269 or email skozey@ci.manchester.ct.us Registration is open to Manchester residents only until one week prior to the event.Please provide your name and the number of children and adults attending.
Location:
Historic Downtown Manchester CT
Description:
The Silk
City Flick Fest is an independent endeavor designed to
showcase the best in independent and student films. Beginning
Oct. 8 with an opening gala, the SCFF will include special
screenings, panel discussions and live demonstrations
throughout a four-day weekend of community involvement and
family fun. 10 percent of all proceeds from the Flick Fest will
be donated directly to MARC, Inc.
For additional information about, to submit your film or to
become a sponsor, please visit us online, or call us at 860-646-
6400. Full details available online.
Tickets can now be purchased online at: http://www.silkcityflickfest.com/sales.cfm
Time:
8:00am
Location:
Directors Room, Lincoln Center, 494 Main St.
Description:
The Manchester Economic Development Commission meeting for Oct. 8 has been cancelled. Next regularly scheduled meeting is Nov. 12 at 8am in the Lincoln Center Directors Room.
Minutes are posted online.
Time:
1:00pm
Location:
Crestfield Rehabilitation Center and Fenwood Manor, 565 Vernon St. Manchester
Description:
Crestfield Rehabilitation Center and Fenwood Manor
will sponsor a Community Health Fair on Thursday Oct. 8th, 1:00 pm — 4:00 pm at 565 Vernon St. Manchester. The Fair will feature:
• Free Health Screenings - Cholesterol, Glucose,
Blood Pressure, and Balance Testing
• Flu Vaccines provided by VNA HealthCare
Medicare, Medicaid and Insurance accepted
• Free Seminar - 4:00 pm “Knowledge is Power”-
Breast Cancer Awareness provided by
New England Home Care
• Free Chair Massages provided by Prossage
• Cake Cutting Ceremony by Mayor Louis Spadaccini
at 1:15pm
• Children’s corner
• Appetizers refreshments provided
. Free Raffle Prizes
Please call Kelly with any questions at (860) 643-5151,
Or email KRametta@ManchesterCrestfield.com
Time:
1:30pm
Location:
ST James Church 896 Main ST Manchester
Description:
To schedule your appointment Call 1-800-GIVE LIFE!
www.bloodct.org ( http://www.bloodct.org/ )
St. James Church 1:30pm-6:45pm
Time:
5:00pm
Location:
Lincoln Center, 494 Main St
Description:
Small Business Nights will take place every Thursday night (with the exception of holidays) from 5:00 to 8:00 PM on the second floor of the Lincoln Center, 494 Main Street.
These Thursday evenings are set aside to help small business owners plan for and navigate any government relations related to land, building, and space needs.
Representatives from the Planning and Zoning, and Building Departments will be on hand to answer questions.
Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments also are accepted by calling 647-3044
Time:
6:00pm
Location:
Court House Plus, Vernon
Description:
Registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator Nina Milone, RD, CD-N, CDE. will speak on
Diabetes – Overview, Prevention & Treatment on Thurs., Oct. 8, 6-7 p.m. at Court House Plus, Vernon. Learn ways to prevent the onset of diabetes and ways to manage the complications after diagnosis.
Time:
6:00pm
Description:
Waddell Elementary School PTA Meeting will be held on Thurs., Oct. 8, 6:00 pm in the library at Waddell, 163 Broad Street. Special guest speakers this month include representatives from Girl Scouts, and Boy Scouts! Learn about the great opportunities for your children. Free refreshments and child care. For more information email waddellpta@gmail.com or visit www.waddellpta.qlubb.com.
Time:
6:30pm
Location:
Town Hall 41 Center Street Law Library
Description:
Arts Commission meetings in the Law Library, 2nd Thursday of the month at 6:30 pm.
No July or August meeting.
Agendas and Minutes are available in the Town Clerk's office.
Time:
6:30pm - 9:30pm
Description:
Please note: this class has reached maximum enrollment!
The Manchester C.E.R.T. (Community Emergency Response Team) is looking for new members.
What is CERT? It’s a team of over 100 individual citizens trained to help the Town in case of an emergecncy when all other responders are either tied up or unable to respond. The team is comprised of 5 major sub teams, Communications Team (ham radio operators), Shelter Management Team (operates the emergency shelters in Town), the EOC (Emergency Operations Center) Support Team, the Search and Rescue Team (goes out on Case Mountain to help find lost or hurt persons on Case Mountain) and Fire/Police, who assist the Police and Fire departments at accident scenes and other emergency scenes by controlling traffic and making the area safe for the responders to operate. Also, the team learns how to take care of their family and neighbors during a weather related emergency.
What do I have to do to become a team member? It’s easy: just register for the training class. The class goes for 8 Thursday nights from 6:30 PM to about 9:30 each night, beginning on September 3.
If you are interested in taking the class or want more information, please contact Donald Janelle (team coordinator) at 860-647-5259 anytime during business hours. If no one answers, please leave a message and your call will be returned as quickly as possible.
Time:
7:00pm
Location:
Lutz Museum 247 South Main Street
Description:
Meets 2nd Thursday of the month at 7pm at the Lutz Museum.
For more information call: 643-5388
Location:
Historic Downtown Manchester CT
Description:
The Silk
City Flick Fest is an independent endeavor designed to
showcase the best in independent and student films. Beginning
Oct. 8 with an opening gala, the SCFF will include special
screenings, panel discussions and live demonstrations
throughout a four-day weekend of community involvement and
family fun. 10 percent of all proceeds from the Flick Fest will
be donated directly to MARC, Inc.
For additional information about, to submit your film or to
become a sponsor, please visit us online, or call us at 860-646-
6400. Full details available online.
Tickets can now be purchased online at: http://www.silkcityflickfest.com/sales.cfm
Time:
5:00pm
Location:
American Legion Post 102, 20 American Legion Drive
Description:
Don't forget our ongoing event, Fish Night, held every Friday from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at American Legion Post 102, 20 American Legion Drive. Come and dine on a delicious Fish Dinner. The menu includes flounder, scallops, shrimp and other seafood dishes. We have also expanded our hamburg menu with more options including chicken patties, kelly dogs and hot dogs. Take out is available. We are located just off Main Street (Rt 83) across from the Hospital. For directions or information call (860) 646-7961, e-mail chuck@legionpost102.org or visit legionpost102.org. Function rooms are also available for rent. Additionally, we have an
Open Pool Table on Wednesday Nights from 5:00 PM to 8:00 pm. Stop by and test your skills. For more information on these and other events visit legionpost102.org. For additional information contact: Charles Bruder, American Legion Post 102 Adjutant, 37 St James St., Manchester, CT 06040 or call (860) 647-9203 or email chuck@legionpost102.org.
Location:
Historic Downtown Manchester CT
Description:
The Silk
City Flick Fest is an independent endeavor designed to
showcase the best in independent and student films. Beginning
Oct. 8 with an opening gala, the SCFF will include special
screenings, panel discussions and live demonstrations
throughout a four-day weekend of community involvement and
family fun. 10 percent of all proceeds from the Flick Fest will
be donated directly to MARC, Inc.
For additional information about, to submit your film or to
become a sponsor, please visit us online, or call us at 860-646-
6400. Full details available online.
Tickets can now be purchased online at: http://www.silkcityflickfest.com/sales.cfm
Description:
Baby Boomers: Kayak Nature Tour At Great Island
A great fall excursion. Connecticut Coastal Kayaking, LLC in conjunction with the Recreation Department will provide a three hour/four mile kayaking excursion at Great Island. Explore the salt marsh, islands and the river ecosystem with a certified kayak instructor and environmental interpreter. No previous experience is required and all equipment is provided. We will convoy or car-pool to location from Community Y Recreation Center, 78 North Main Street at 10:30 a.m. Tour is 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Confirmation of departure time and directions will be mailed to all those registered.
Ages: 41 and older
Meets: Sat, 10/10
Fee: $80/$85. (nr) per person
For more information call Recreation Supervisor, Karen Gubbins at 647-3210.
Time:
8:00am
Location:
Forest St. Parking lot
Description:
There will be a Farmer's Market beginning Sat., July 11 and continuing every Sat. through Oct. 31 at the Forest St. Parking lot from 8:00 am -
12:30 pm.
Time:
9:00am
Description:
The Manchester Recreation Department is sponsoring a Baby Boomer Hiking Club.
Join our six week hiking club and Step Up To Health, meet new friends, get some fresh air and exercise and experience the beautiful trails located right in your own backyard. We will hike a variety of trails located in the Manchester/Vernon/Bolton area. Geared for beginners, but everyone is welcome. All hikes will be one hour long start to finish. Hikes will be conducted on Saturdays beginning October 3 and concluding November 7 from 9:00 - 10:15 a.m. Fee is $24.00 for residents and $30.00 for non-
residents.
Registration is ongoing at the Center Springs Recreation Department Office, Community “Y” Recreation Center, Mahoney Recreation Center and Town Hall Customer Service Center.
Please contact Karen Dinnie, Recreation Supervisor at 647-3164 for further details.
Time:
9:00am
Location:
Laurel Marsh, across from Cheney Tech School
Description:
"Source to Sea"
Connecticut River Watershed Council
The Hockanum River Clean-Up is scheduled for Saturday October 10th at 9AM
Laurel Marsh, across from Cheney Technical School.
Bring Canoe or Kayak, Paddle AND personal flotation device, water and snack. We will bring work gloves and trash bags.
Hockanum River Watershed Association
860-402-9908 or email Hikethehockanum@aol.com
Time:
9:00am
Location:
Stanley Jablonski Public Works Complex, 40 Moody Road, Enfield
Description:
There will be Paper shredding & Electronics recycling on Saturday, Oct. 10, in Enfield, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Stanley Jablonski Public Works Complex, 40 Moody Road. Bring your broken, unwanted or obsolete TVs, VCRs, computers, cell phones and other electronic devices to one of these collections and help keep electronics out of the waste stream. Best of all, there is no fee for this service. CRRA is now offering a new service at its residential electronics recycling collections -- paper shredding. Bring your boxes of old papers, canceled checks, bills, records and other materials -- especially those that could enable someone to steal your identity -- to our electronics collections. They'll be safely shredded and recycled, conserving natural resources and protecting your identity. This collection is for residents of Mid-Connecticut Project towns only, which includes Manchester. You can find additional dates, locations and info on the CRRA website www.crra.org
Time:
10:00am
Location:
Center Park
Description:
The Manchester Art Association, Inc is proud to be a part of The Silk City Art -Fest, Sat Oct 10, 2009. Center Park , located in historic downtown Manchester will be place to relax, enjoy the music and take in some fantastic art displays. The art displays will open at 10am, perfect next stop after enjoying some breakfast at one of the many downtown eateries.
This event will run from 10am until 6pm. The rain date will be Saturday October 10th.
The Manchester Art Association has been bringing artists and community together since 1950. Several galleries are located in Manchester helping to bring color, design and conversations to the community.
Several of the members of the MAA members will be showcased throughout the Silk City Flick Fest Film Festival at various locations:
Town Hall - exhibit of Manchester Landmarks and Familiar Places
Cheney Hall - located in the Silk Room - local photographer Christopher Rakoczy
Marc, Inc - located in the parkade off Broad St - various MAA members - celebration of color, light and forms
Hilliard Mills - Hilliard St - Elaine McMahon - amazing one of a kind creations - pressed botanical designs
Manchester Memorial Hospital - various MAA artists fall exhibit - photography, mixed media, acrylic, German paper cuts, etchings
Manchester Community College - Hans Weiss Newspace Gallery
Time:
12:00pm
Location:
MCC Bandshell
Description:
The Silk City Flick Fest is teaming up with Spotlight on Connecticut and www.EntertainmentCT.com to present the Silk City Music Fest.
Part of the four day Flick Fest, the Music Fest is a free event that will feature some of Connecticut’s best original musicians.
On Saturday, October 10, from noon to 6 p.m. local performers will fill the Manchester Community College Bandshell with music.
A great way to bring Connecticut musicians together, the Silk City Music Fest will provide a platform for musicians to showcase their talent in front of an audience filled with filmmakers scouting out music for future films.
Many of the musicians to be featured are winners of the Local Music Spotlight Contest sponsored by www.CTLIVEMusic.com
The Local Music Spotlight Contest highlights three Connecticut musicians each month
and allows site visitors to listen to and vote for their favorites.
As part of the www.EntertainmentCT.com family, www.CTLIVEMusic.com has been working with local musicians for the past five years to increase the exposure of the large amount of great original music right here in Connecticut.
CTLIVEMusic.com will also provide musical entertainment for the Silk City Flick Fest throughout the four-day
weekend at Center Park and other locations.
Rain Date for the Music Fest is October 11.
Up to date info including schedule of music and location info is available at www.SilkCityMusicFest.com
Time:
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Location:
MusicMakers Academy 517 Hartford Road
Description:
Are you a Poet? The Wit and Wisdom Writers Club of Manchester a branch of the Connecticut Poetry Society is an active poetry club in Manchester. It is now looking for area poets who would be interested in attending monthly meetings at the MusicMakers Academy, 517 Hartford Road, Manchester, Connecticut.
Meetings are held on the second Saturday of each month 1-4PM open to all interested poets and writers.
For more information about this exciting club, please contact Emerson Gilmore President, Wit and Wisdom Writers Club, 533-1253 or egil3@yahoo.com or Charles Gilbert, Past President, 647-7348 or CGilbert66@aol.com
Time:
6:00pm
Location:
Manchester Country Club 305 South Main Street
Description:
Manchester High School Class of 1969 40th Reunion
Date: October 10, 2009
Time: 6:00 to Midnight
Place: Manchester Country Club
305 South Main Street
Manchester
Questions regarding the Class Reunion can be directed to
1969MHS@gmail.com
Location:
Historic Downtown Manchester CT
Description:
The Silk
City Flick Fest is an independent endeavor designed to
showcase the best in independent and student films. Beginning
Oct. 8 with an opening gala, the SCFF will include special
screenings, panel discussions and live demonstrations
throughout a four-day weekend of community involvement and
family fun. 10 percent of all proceeds from the Flick Fest will
be donated directly to MARC, Inc.
For additional information about, to submit your film or to
become a sponsor, please visit us online, or call us at 860-646-
6400. Full details available online.
Tickets can now be purchased online at: http://www.silkcityflickfest.com/sales.cfm
Time:
8:00am - 11:00am
Location:
VFW 608 East Center Stret
Description:
A VFW Breakfast is Schudules for the Second Sunday of every month at 608 East Canter St. in Manchester. A $6.00 donation is requested for an ALL YOU CAN EAT meal which includes pancakes, eggs, sausage, and home fries. Breakfast is served from 8:00 to 11:00 AM.
Location: 608 East Center Street
Time:
12:00pm - 4:00pm
Location:
Lutz Children's Museum 247 South Main Street
Description:
Lutz Children's Museum - FREE
For: Shelby Mustangs, Shelby Cobras, Ford GT 40s, Panterrs's Sunbeam Tigers, Griffith Sportscars,and other high performance Ford powered cars.
For more information:
Jim Vansicklin 836-6827
Gene Koss 716-2657
Mark Cecere 539-2516
Time:
1:00pm
Location:
138 Main Street
Description:
Manchester Fire Department Open House – All are Welcome to Attend!
The Manchester Fire Department 8th Utilities District is holding an open house on October 11th from 1pm-4pm. The event will be held at Headquarters on 138 Main Street. All are welcome and encouraged to attend. There will be information tables on Fire Prevention, the Fire Marshal’s Office, and Personnel as well as informal tours of the station and equipment. Attendees can practice using fire extinguishers using the Department’s fire secured pit as well as view an extrication demonstration. Light refreshments will be served. For more information please contact Fire Headquarters at (860)643-7373.
Description:
The Town of Manchester offices will be closed on Monday October 12, 2009 for Columbus Day. Trash will be collected on the regular schedule.
Description:
Both the Mary Cheney and Whiton Libraries will be closed on October 12, 2009 for Columbus Day.
Location:
Cheney Hall, 177 Hartford Rd
Description:
Picasso at the Lapin Agile by Steve Martin, will be presented as a free play reading at Little Theatre of Manchester at Cheney Hall on Tuesday, October 13 as part of the Evenings @ 7 series.
Directed by Tom Goodin, this brilliantly funny play by comedian Steve Martin tells the story of a chance meeting of Picasso with Albert Einstein.
The men are in the 20's, sitting in a bar and on the verge of ideas, theories and events that will shape their worlds.
The cast includes Michael Goodin and Doug Nyback as Einstein and Picasso respectively and some of the people they meet including Jared Towler, Debi
Freund, Albert Geeter, Alyssa Goodin, Katie Goodin, Doug Stoyer and John Goodin.
LTM presents the Evenings @ 7 series as a means of both entertainment and also to vette plays for future mainstage productions at Cheney Hall.
Refreshments will be available, donations will be gladly accepted. For more information, contact, Cheney Hall, 177 Hartford Road, Manchester, CT,
860-647-9824. Box Office: Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., www.cheneyhall.org
Time:
9:30am - 10:15am
Location:
Manchester and Bolton
Description:
Mobile Foodshare 2009
Manchester & Bolton
Tuesdays
9:30am – 10:15am
September 15 - the parking lot across from St. Bridget Church
(80 Main St.)
September 29 - Municipal parking lot on Birch St.
October 13 – United Methodist Church of Bolton
10 41 Boston Tpke. (Rte. 44), Bolton
October 27 – Squire Village – Queens Court parking lot
(off Spencer St.)
For low income households.
You must be present to pick up food for your household ONLY
Please bring your own bags or boxes.
Time:
12:00pm
Description:
A Veteran's benefits counselor will be at the Weiss Center conference room every Tuesday from noon-3pm. Call 729-3163 for more info. on Tuesdays only. All other times please call 860-872-6433.
The Weiss Center is located at 479 Main St. in Manchester. Park in rear of building.
Use the parking lot entrance. Follow signs to veteran's counselor.
There is an elevator located at this entrance.
This is for all veterans, regardless of branch of service, combat or non-combat.
Time:
7:00pm
Location:
Hearing Room at Lincoln Center, 494 Main St., Manchester
Description:
The regular meeting of the Manchester Board of Directors will be held this evening at 7:00 p.m. in the Hearing Room at Lincoln Center, 494 Main St., Manchester. Special meetings will be held at such time and places as determined by the Board of Directors.
Agendas and Minutes are posted online.
Time:
8:00am
Location:
Vernon Manor, 180 Regan Road , Vernon
Description:
There will be a Blood Drive today at Vernon Manor, 180 Regan Road , Vernon, 8:00 am - 12:45 pm. To schedule your appointment Call 1-800-GIVE LIFE!
www.bloodct.org ( http://www.bloodct.org/ )
Time:
11:00am
Location:
Sr. Center Library
Description:
The next Sr. Center Newcomer’s meeting open to those 60 and over, will be held on Wednesday, October 14th at 11:00 a.m. in the Sr. Center Library. Members will receive introductions to programs and tour the facility. We ask that you please register with the office ahead of time so we can properly prepare for your visit. 647-3211.
Time:
2:00pm - 6:00pm
Location:
MCC Band Shell
Description:
The MCC Farmers Market will be held every Wednesday, beginning July 1
and continue through October 21.
The Farmers' Market features various
fresh and organic items, including vegetables, fruits, herbs, a variety
of plants, beeswax candles, soaps, honey, goat's milk, goat's cheese and
a live performance from C-Minus.
Time: 2 p.m.-6 p.m.
Location: The MCC Band Shell
Free and open to the public
For more information, email apaterna@mcc.commnet.edu
Time:
3:30pm
Location:
Waddell Elementary School
Description:
Waddell Elementary School's PTA After School
Enrichment program continues today, Wed., Oct. 14, 3:30-4:30. The PTA is seeking volunteers for five classes once per week, Wednesdays 3:30-4:30 October 7 - November 4. Consider sharing your time and talent with Waddell students in a group setting after school. To learn more contact waddellpta@gmail.com or visit www.waddellpta.qlubb.com.
Time:
5:00pm
Location:
South United Methodist Church, 1226 Main Street, Manchester
Description:
The Nurturing Families Network at Eastern Connecticut Health Network (ECHN) will run a free 10-week Dads’ Group at the South United Methodist Church, 1226 Main Street, Manchester, on Wednesday nights from 5 to 7:30 p.m. beginning October 7.
The importance of dad's role within the family unit is so often underestimated. Come and learn why you are so important to your children. A light dinner will be served. Childcare is available. If you would like more information about the program or wish to register, please call 860.646.1222, Ext. 2457.
Time:
5:10pm
Description:
There will be a meeting of the Cheney Hall Foundation today at 5:15 PM at Cheney Hall, 177 Hartford Road.
Note: August meeting may be cancelled due to vacation schedules.
Time:
6:30pm
Location:
Manchester Senior Center
Description:
A combination Block Watch meeting will be held on the second Wednesday of each month at the Manchester Senior Center at 6:30 pm. The Manchester Police Department would like to notify all residents that due to the recent success of the Town Watch event, the following block watches throughout Manchester are being combined, effective June 2009.
· Meadowbrook Area
· Waddell Area
· Strant Street Area
· St. John Area
· West Side Area
· Bunce Drive Area
. Green Manor Area
We welcome new members to join our current members to learn about their respective neighborhoods in town.
Spruce Street will continue to hold their own meetings on the 1st (first) Thursday of each month at 7 pm at Nathan Hale School in the cafeteria.
For more information, please contact Officer Stacey L. Forish, Community Relations, 860-645-5568 or forishs@ci.manchester.ct.us.
Time:
7:00pm
Location:
Lincoln Center, 494 Main St.
Description:
The Manchester Board of Education will meet this evening at 7:00 p.m. in Lincoln Center, 494 Main St.
Time:
7:00pm
Description:
The Housing Authority will have the Board of Commissioners meeting today at 7:00 PM in the administrative office of the Housing Authority, 24 Bluefield Drive.
Minutes are posted online.
Time:
7:00pm
Description:
The Commission for Elderly Services and People with Disabilities will have a meeting today at 7:00 PM at the Senior Center, 549 East Middle Turnpike.
Agendas and Minutes are available in the Town Clerk's office.
Meeting today in the Weiss Center Conference Room at 6:30pm.
Minutes are posted online.
Time:
7:30am
Location:
Manchester Town Hall 41 Center Street
Description:
Meetings will be held in the Manchester Room or Law Library of the Town Hall at 7:30 am.
Agendas and minutes are posted on the Planning Dept. website, below.
Time:
9:00am
Location:
Senior Center, 549 East Middle Turnpike
Description:
Manchester Health
Department
Seasonal Flu Vaccination Clinics
Manchester residents only
October 15: 9:00 - 11:30 am @ Senior Center, 549 E. Middle Tpke.
Medicare Part B, HealthNet, ConnectiCare and Anthem Blue Cross are accepted. MUST bring insurance card with you.
The fee for flu vaccine will be $25.00 and fees may be scaled according to income for Manchester residents. For Information
Call 647-3173
Time:
5:00pm
Location:
History Center, 175 Pine Street
Description:
The Manchester Historical Society is holding a Book and Tag Sale on Friday, October 16, from 9 to 6; Saturday, October 17, from 9 to 4 at the History Center, 175 Pine Street, corner of Forest St. PREVIEW with $5 admission fee on Thursday, October 15, from 5 to 9 p.m. Free admission on Friday and Saturday.
Tag Sale items are needed. Donors may bring donations of good saleable items Monday through Friday from 9 to noon, and Saturdays or other times by appointment by calling Tag Sale manager Terry Parla at 860-643-1823, now through October 12, except holidays. We are seeking books, small furniture, household goods, china, sports items, children’s toys, games, and items both useful and decorative. We also need donations of sturdy card tables and other folding tables for ongoing use at events and meetings. No clothing or computer equipment, please. And remember to come and shop at the sale. Shopping hours are listed on the web site _www.manchesterhistory.org_
(http://www.manchesterhistory.org/)
Time:
5:00pm
Location:
Lincoln Center, 494 Main St
Description:
Small Business Nights will take place every Thursday night (with the exception of holidays) from 5:00 to 8:00 PM on the second floor of the Lincoln Center, 494 Main Street.
These Thursday evenings are set aside to help small business owners plan for and navigate any government relations related to land, building, and space needs.
Representatives from the Planning and Zoning, and Building Departments will be on hand to answer questions.
Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments also are accepted by calling 647-3044
Time:
6:00pm
Location:
Rockville General Hospital Board Room
Description:
General surgeon Laureen Forgione-Rubino, MD will present Leg Health — Treatments for Varicose Veins on Thursday, October 15, 6-7:30 p.m. at Rockville General Hospital Board Room. Dr. Rubino will explain the latest techniques to treat varicose veins, including a one-day procedure that will have you on your feet in hours.
Time:
6:00pm
Location:
Waddell Elementary School
Description:
Waddell Elementary School's Fitness Night will take place Thurs., Oct. 15 from 6 - 8 pm. Join us for fun family exercise, demonstrations and games. Register to win prizes, and spend a great night out with the family. For more information email
waddellpta@gmail.com or visit www.waddellpta.qlubb.com.
Time:
6:30pm - 9:30pm
Description:
Please note: this class has reached maximum enrollment!
The Manchester C.E.R.T. (Community Emergency Response Team) is looking for new members.
What is CERT? It’s a team of over 100 individual citizens trained to help the Town in case of an emergecncy when all other responders are either tied up or unable to respond. The team is comprised of 5 major sub teams, Communications Team (ham radio operators), Shelter Management Team (operates the emergency shelters in Town), the EOC (Emergency Operations Center) Support Team, the Search and Rescue Team (goes out on Case Mountain to help find lost or hurt persons on Case Mountain) and Fire/Police, who assist the Police and Fire departments at accident scenes and other emergency scenes by controlling traffic and making the area safe for the responders to operate. Also, the team learns how to take care of their family and neighbors during a weather related emergency.
What do I have to do to become a team member? It’s easy: just register for the training class. The class goes for 8 Thursday nights from 6:30 PM to about 9:30 each night, beginning on September 3.
If you are interested in taking the class or want more information, please contact Donald Janelle (team coordinator) at 860-647-5259 anytime during business hours. If no one answers, please leave a message and your call will be returned as quickly as possible.
Time:
7:00pm
Location:
Manchester History Center 175 Pine Street
Description:
Manchester Land Conservation Trust
Meetings
The Board of Directors typically meets on the third Thursday of each month at the Manchester History Center in the old Cheney Mill district on the corner of Pine Street and Forest Street at 7pm. The public is always welcome to attend.
June meeting will be on June 11, and there is no meeting held in July or August.
http://www.manchesterlandtrust.org
643-1823
Time:
7:00pm
Location:
The Lodge at Center Springs Park, 39 Lodge Drive
Description:
The meetings are held the third Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the Lodge in Center Springs Paek, 39 Lodge Drive.
There will be no meetings July August and December.
Minutes are posted online.
Location:
Mountain Laurel, 1177 Hebron Ave in Glastonbury
Description:
There will be a Blood Drive today from 1:00 until 5:45 PM at Mountain Laurel, 177 Nebron Ave in Glastonbury.
Please Contact the American Red Cross at 1-8-- GIVE LIFE to Schedule an appointment.
Time:
9:00am
Location:
History Center, 175 Pine Street
Description:
The Manchester Historical Society is holding a Book and Tag Sale on Friday, October 16, from 9 to 6; Saturday, October 17, from 9 to 4 at the History Center, 175 Pine Street, corner of Forest St. PREVIEW with $5 admission fee on Thursday, October 15, from 5 to 9 p.m. Free admission on Friday and Saturday.
Tag Sale items are needed. Donors may bring donations of good saleable items Monday through Friday from 9 to noon, and Saturdays or other times by appointment by calling Tag Sale manager Terry Parla at 860-643-1823, now through October 12, except holidays. We are seeking books, small furniture, household goods, china, sports items, children’s toys, games, and items both useful and decorative. We also need donations of sturdy card tables and other folding tables for ongoing use at events and meetings. No clothing or computer equipment, please. And remember to come and shop at the sale. Shopping hours are listed on the web site _www.manchesterhistory.org_
(http://www.manchesterhistory.org/)
Time:
11:00am
Location:
Lowe Building, Manchester Community College
Description:
Senator Mary Ann Handley presents “The 4th District Senior Health Fair” on Friday, October 16, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm at the Lowe Building, Manchester Community College. In support of this event, the Manchester Senior Center and the Manchester Health Department will provide transportation from the Manchester Senior Center and Orford Village to MCC.
For information about transportation, please call the Senior Center, 647-3211. For information about the event, please call Joshua Wojcik at Sen. Handley's Office, 240-0441.
Time:
5:00pm
Location:
American Legion Post 102, 20 American Legion Drive
Description:
Don't forget our ongoing event, Fish Night, held every Friday from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at American Legion Post 102, 20 American Legion Drive. Come and dine on a delicious Fish Dinner. The menu includes flounder, scallops, shrimp and other seafood dishes. We have also expanded our hamburg menu with more options including chicken patties, kelly dogs and hot dogs. Take out is available. We are located just off Main Street (Rt 83) across from the Hospital. For directions or information call (860) 646-7961, e-mail chuck@legionpost102.org or visit legionpost102.org. Function rooms are also available for rent. Additionally, we have an
Open Pool Table on Wednesday Nights from 5:00 PM to 8:00 pm. Stop by and test your skills. For more information on these and other events visit legionpost102.org. For additional information contact: Charles Bruder, American Legion Post 102 Adjutant, 37 St James St., Manchester, CT 06040 or call (860) 647-9203 or email chuck@legionpost102.org.
Time:
5:30pm
Location:
Lutz Children's Museum, 247 South Main Street
Description:
Lutz Children's Museum is holding their first ever public reading event for young poets on Friday Oct. 16 at 5:30 PM. Students are
invited to perform original poetry or read a selection by their favorite poet or author. Friends, family, and members of the general public are welcome to attend this free performance. Light refreshments will be served.
Interested performers should contact Laura Diller at (ldiller@lutzmuseum.org) or 860-643-0949 x.12 for additional details or visit the Website http://www.lutzmuseum.org/
Time:
7:00pm
Location:
Manchester Country Club, 305 Main Street
Description:
The 6th Annual Silent and Live Auction benefiting the Community Child Guidance Clinic will take place on Friday, October 16, 7:00 p.m. at the Manchester Country Club, 305 Main Street. The Clinic, a non-profit agency, serves fourteen towns in eastern Connecticut providing support to children and their families through a variety of programs such as sexual abuse treatment, family preservation, and divorcing parent classes as well as an autism assessment program.
The Auction, is a major fund raising event for the Clinic. More than 100 items will be offered for bidding including a Blu-ray player, golf foursomes with cart, a collection of fine wines, gift certificates from area restaurants and gift baskets.
Admission is $25 per person and includes wine, hors d’oeuvres, coffee and dessert. Tickets can be purchased by calling the Clinic at 643-2101 or sending a check made out to CCGC, 317 North Main Street, Manchester, CT 06042.
Time:
8:00am
Location:
Forest St. Parking lot
Description:
There will be a Farmer's Market beginning Sat., July 11 and continuing every Sat. through Oct. 31 at the Forest St. Parking lot from 8:00 am -
12:30 pm.
Time:
8:00am
Location:
Manchester Landfill, Olcott St.
Description:
Manchester is the home of a regional center for household hazardous waste collection. This center, built with grant funding from the Department of Environmental Protection, is operated by the Capitol Region East Operating Committee (CREOC) adjacent to the Manchester Landfill on Olcott Street. Residents of Glastonbury, Hebron, Marlborough, Somers, Stafford, and Vernon are also able to use the Center.
TIME: 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
LOCATION: Olcott Street, Manchester (Exit 1 from 384, follow Spencer Street for 0.9 miles. Turn left on Olcott Street. Follow signs to Facility.) The Household Hazardous Waste Center is located adjacent to the Town Landfill.
Bring a DRIVER’S LICENSE, TAX BILL OR CAR REGISTRATION to prove residency. This is your opportunity to safely dispose of oil and lead based paints, stains, acids, automotive fluids, insecticides, herbicides, fertilizers, chemicals, household cleaning products, and other hazardous materials which may have accumulated at your home, in your basement, or garage. PLEASE LEAVE ALL MATERIALS IN ORIGINAL CONTAINERS.
DO NOT BRING latex paint, waste oil, or antifreeze. These are NOT hazardous waste. They can be brought to the Landfill for recycling.
MERCURY THERMOMETER EXCHANGE At each collection mercury medical thermometers will be collected and exchanged for non-mercury digital units (while supplies last). HELP KEEP MERCURY OUT OF OUR ENVIRONMENT AND EXCHANGE YOUR MERCURY THERMOMETER!
FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL- 860-647-3248 or visit the website.
Collection dates for 2009: April 4 & 18, May 16, Sept. 12 & 26, Oct. 17.
Time:
9:00am
Description:
The Manchester Recreation Department is sponsoring a Baby Boomer Hiking Club.
Join our six week hiking club and Step Up To Health, meet new friends, get some fresh air and exercise and experience the beautiful trails located right in your own backyard. We will hike a variety of trails located in the Manchester/Vernon/Bolton area. Geared for beginners, but everyone is welcome. All hikes will be one hour long start to finish. Hikes will be conducted on Saturdays beginning October 3 and concluding November 7 from 9:00 - 10:15 a.m. Fee is $24.00 for residents and $30.00 for non-
residents.
Registration is ongoing at the Center Springs Recreation Department Office, Community “Y” Recreation Center, Mahoney Recreation Center and Town Hall Customer Service Center.
Please contact Karen Dinnie, Recreation Supervisor at 647-3164 for further details.
Time:
9:00am
Location:
History Center, 175 Pine Street
Description:
The Manchester Historical Society is holding a Book and Tag Sale on Friday, October 16, from 9 to 6; Saturday, October 17, from 9 to 4 at the History Center, 175 Pine Street, corner of Forest St. PREVIEW with $5 admission fee on Thursday, October 15, from 5 to 9 p.m. Free admission on Friday and Saturday.
Tag Sale items are needed. Donors may bring donations of good saleable items Monday through Friday from 9 to noon, and Saturdays or other times by appointment by calling Tag Sale manager Terry Parla at 860-643-1823, now through October 12, except holidays. We are seeking books, small furniture, household goods, china, sports items, children’s toys, games, and items both useful and decorative. We also need donations of sturdy card tables and other folding tables for ongoing use at events and meetings. No clothing or computer equipment, please. And remember to come and shop at the sale. Shopping hours are listed on the web site _www.manchesterhistory.org_
(http://www.manchesterhistory.org/)
Time:
10:00am
Location:
Weiss Center, 479 Main St.
Description:
The Registrar's of Voters Office will be open for
voter registration sessions on Saturday 10/17/09 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m and on Tuesday 10/27/09 from 8 a.m - 8 p.m.
Tuesday, October 27th is the last day to register to be able to vote in the Municipal Election, this must be done in person at the Registrars Office, by 8:00 p.m.
The Registrar is located in the Weiss Center, 479 Main St. and can be reached at 647-3025 or go to http://www.townofmanchester.org/registrar/
Time:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Location:
Old 8th District Firehouse corner of Hilliard & Main St
Description:
DOGTOBERFEST!
Your dog's talents put to the test. Fun and games for every mutt. Win the prize for best kiss or waggle butt. Fido dressed in droughlish best to try & win the costume contest at DOGTOBERFEST!
Sponsored by Manchester Dog Owners Group, Inc Saturday, October 17, 2009 1pm-3pm Old 8th Utilities Firehouse Corner of Main & Hilliard St
Admission: $5 MDOG Members, $7 Non-Members Visit www.MDOGCT.com for more info
Time:
6:00pm
Location:
Mary Cheney Library, 586 Main St. Manchester.
Description:
Manchester Advisory Library Board is meeting one half hour earlier than usual this evening - 6:00 pm in the Howroyd Room at Mary Cheney Library, 586 Main St. Manchester.
Time:
7:00pm
Location:
Lincoln Center, 494 Main St.
Description:
On Monday, Oct. 19th, the Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce will hold its biannual Debate for candidates running for the Town's Board of Directors in Lincoln Center (494 Main St.) at 7:00 p.m. The Debate is open to all candidates on this November's ballot for the Town's Board. The Debate is open to the public and will be shown live on Channel 16. It will also be replayed prior to the November election. For those not living in the television viewing area, the debate can be watched on demand through the Town's website (www.townofmanchester.org).
Time:
7:00pm
Description:
CANCELLATION/RESCHEDULED MEETING NOTICE
OF
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
The scheduled meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission for Monday, October 19, 2009 at 7:00 PM in the Lincoln Center Hearing Room has been cancelled and rescheduled for Tuesday, October 20, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. in the Lincoln Center Hearing Room.
Description:
Registration Cut-off Dates
Tuesday, October 20th - Last day that Mailed-in Voter Registration cards can be postmarked.
Tuesday, October 27th - Last day to register to be able to vote in the Municipal Election, this must be done in person at the Registrars Office, by 8:00 p.m.
You Must be 18 years old by Election Day to be able to vote.
You can obtain Voter Registration Applications by contacting the Registrars Office at 647-3025, or via the Secretary of the States website (link on our front page). All completed forms should be mailed to: Registrars of Voters, 479 Main Street, PO Box 191, Manchester, CT 06045-0191.
Absentee Ballot Applications can obtained from the Town Clerk's office in Town Hall, 647-3037.
Location:
168 Bolton Center Rd
Description:
There will be a Blood Drive today from 1:30 until 6:15 PM at the Bolton Volunteer Fire Department, 168 Bolton Center Rd.
Please contact the American Red Cross at 1-800-GIVE LIFE to Schedule and appointment.
Description:
Manchester Health
Department
Seasonal Flu Vaccination Clinics
Manchester residents only
October 20:
Mayfair Gardens, 211 N. Main St., 9:00 - 10:00;
Spencer Village, Pascal Lane, 10:30 - 11:30;
West Hill Gardens, 24 Bluefield Drive, 1:15 - 2:15
Medicare Part B, HealthNet, ConnectiCare and Anthem Blue Cross are accepted. MUST bring insurance card with you.
The fee for flu vaccine will be $25.00 and fees may be scaled according to income for Manchester residents. For Information
Call 647-3173
Time:
12:00pm
Description:
A Veteran's benefits counselor will be at the Weiss Center conference room every Tuesday from noon-3pm. Call 729-3163 for more info. on Tuesdays only. All other times please call 860-872-6433.
The Weiss Center is located at 479 Main St. in Manchester. Park in rear of building.
Use the parking lot entrance. Follow signs to veteran's counselor.
There is an elevator located at this entrance.
This is for all veterans, regardless of branch of service, combat or non-combat.
Time:
6:00pm
Location:
Manchester Memorial Hospital
Description:
Maxillofacial surgeons Joel Rosenlicht, DMD and Ryaz Ansari, DDS. will present Open Up and Say…Ahhh
on Tuesday, October 20, 6-7:30 p.m. at Manchester Memorial Hospital. Comprehensive discussion to address dental implants, wisdom teeth discomfort, snoring, facial trauma and other oral health topics.
Time:
6:00pm
Location:
Manchester Memorial Hospital
Description:
Melanie Osley, RN, BSN, MBA, CPHRM, CPHQ, DFASHRM. will present a Patient “Boot Camp” on Tuesday, October 20, 6-8:30 p.m. at Manchester Memorial Hospital. Learn how to organize your medical information, maximize your interaction with your healthcare provider and advocate for a positive healthcare experience for you and your loved ones. How to interpret hospital rankings and scores will also be covered.
Time:
7:00pm
Description:
CANCELLATION/RESCHEDULED MEETING NOTICE
OF
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
The scheduled meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission for Monday, October 19, 2009 at 7:00 PM in the Lincoln Center Hearing Room has been cancelled and rescheduled for Tuesday, October 20, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. in the Lincoln Center Hearing Room.
Time:
7:30pm
Location:
Lincoln Center Director's Room 494 Main Street
Description:
Conservation Commission Meeting
Description: Regular monthly meetings will be held the third Tuesday of each month (no meetings in July and August).
All meetings will be held at 7:30 pm in the Lincoln Center Director's Room.
Location: Lincoln Center Director's Room 494 Main Street.
Agendas and Minutes are available in the Town Clerk's office.
Time:
7:30pm
Location:
Town Hall Law Library 41 Center Street
Description:
Meetings start at 7:30pm and are held in the Town Hall Law Library at 41 Center Street.
No meeting for July, August and December
Time:
10:00am
Location:
Greene Moving and Storage, 5 Glen Road, Manchester
Description:
In accordance with Section 47a – 42c of the Connecticut General Statutes, property obtained by the Town of Manchester through evictions shall be auctioned. The auction of three properties will be held at the Town’s storage facility at Greene Moving and Storage, 5 Glen Road, Manchester on Wednesday, October 21, 2009 @ 10:00 a.m.
Time:
2:00pm - 6:00pm
Location:
MCC Band Shell
Description:
The MCC Farmers Market will be held every Wednesday, beginning July 1
and continue through October 21.
The Farmers' Market features various
fresh and organic items, including vegetables, fruits, herbs, a variety
of plants, beeswax candles, soaps, honey, goat's milk, goat's cheese and
a live performance from C-Minus.
Time: 2 p.m.-6 p.m.
Location: The MCC Band Shell
Free and open to the public
For more information, email apaterna@mcc.commnet.edu
Time:
3:30pm
Location:
Waddell Elementary School
Description:
Waddell Elementary School's PTA After School
Enrichment program continues today, Wed., Oct. 21, 3:30-4:30. The PTA is seeking volunteers for five classes once per week, Wednesdays 3:30-4:30 October 7 - November 4. Consider sharing your time and talent with Waddell students in a group setting after school. To learn more contact waddellpta@gmail.com or visit www.waddellpta.qlubb.com.
Time:
4:00pm
Location:
Manchester Memorial Hospital
Description:
Registered dietitian Michelle Sisk, RD, CD-N. will present Go Whole Grains! on Wednesday, October 21, 4-5 p.m. at Manchester Memorial Hospital. The daily recommendations, dietary guidelines and health benefits of consuming whole grains will be discussed as well as tips to help you incorporate whole grains into meals for better health and weight management.
Time:
4:30pm
Location:
Lincoln Center 494 Main Street
Description:
The Building Reuse Committee, having fulfilled its charge of the Board of Directors, has cancelled the remainder of its meetings for the year.
Time:
5:00pm
Location:
South United Methodist Church, 1226 Main Street, Manchester
Description:
The Nurturing Families Network at Eastern Connecticut Health Network (ECHN) will run a free 10-week Dads’ Group at the South United Methodist Church, 1226 Main Street, Manchester, on Wednesday nights from 5 to 7:30 p.m. beginning October 7.
The importance of dad's role within the family unit is so often underestimated. Come and learn why you are so important to your children. A light dinner will be served. Childcare is available. If you would like more information about the program or wish to register, please call 860.646.1222, Ext. 2457.
Time:
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Location:
Lutz Children's Museum, 247 South Main Street
Description:
Sponsored by:
Manchester School Readiness Council
With funding from:
The William Casper Graustein Memorial Fund
Parents
of Preschoolers
Please join us for an exciting workshop
designed especially for you!
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Lutz Children’s Museum
5:30—6:00 pm Dinner, 6:00—7:30 Workshop
To register call Sharon Kozey
at 647-5269
or email
skozey@ci.manchester.ct.us
This educational and informative workshop will explain the development
of fine motor skills, discuss proper writing tools for preschoolers, and
provide examples of simple and inexpensive toys, games and home activities
that you can use to foster motor development in your child.
by Leslie Wolfenden, OTR/L. Leslie, a registered and licensed occupational therapist with
over 25 years of experience, works in the Special Education Department at Manchester
Public Schools evaluating and providing services to children between the ages of 3-21.
Registration is open to Manchester residents only until one week prior to the event.
Please provide your name and the number of children and adults attending
Getting Little Hands and Bodies Ready for School
Time:
6:30pm
Description:
There will be a Block Watch meeting at the Manchester Senior Center
at 6:30PM.
Time:
7:00pm
Location:
Chamber of Commerce Office, 20 Hartford Road
Description:
The Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce, in conjunction with the Town of Manchester, and the Redevelopment Agency, will conduct an informational presentation of the Redevelopment Plan for Broad Street and the Parkade at the Chamber Office, 20 Hartford Road, Manchester, at 7 pm, on Wednesday, October 21. Representatives from the Town of Manchester and the Redevelopment Agency will be in attendance. Questions and answers will follow the presentation. The presentation is free of charge and open to Chamber members, Manchester residents and business people. Chamber membership is not required to attend. However, reservations are required as space is limited. Please RSVP to Amy Belske, at the Chamber, 860 646 2223 or amy@manchestrchamber.com.
Time:
7:00pm
Location:
71 Haynes Street
Description:
Meetings for the 2010 Relay. All meetings will be held at Manchester Memorial Hospital in Conference Room E on Wednesday evenings at 7pm.
Relay For Life is a celebration: a unique, challenging, and fun way to raise money and awareness of cancer in Manchester on June 4-5. Relay For Life is the signature activity for the American Cancer Society. More than just a fundraiser, this event brings together families and friends of cancer patients to celebrate those who have survived cancer and to remember those who have passed away.
For more information, please contact Amy Angelo
b37aange@ci.manchester.ct.us
646.3809 or 682.3187 or visit:
http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR?pg=entry&fr_id=23304
Time:
7:00pm
Location:
Lincoln Center Hearing Room, 494 Main Street
Description:
Will meet in the Hearing Room of the Lincoln Center, 494 Main Street, at 7:00 p.m.
A business meeting will follow the close of the public hearings.
Agendas and Minutes are posted online.
Location:
St. James Church, 896 Main St
Description:
There will be a Blood Drive today from 1:30 until 6:45 PM at St. James Church, 896 Main Street in Manchester.
Please contact the American Red Cross at 1-800-Give Life to schedule an appointment.
Time:
12:00pm
Location:
South United Methodist Church, 1226 Main St in Cooper Hall
Description:
Manchester Community Services Council will hold its Oct. Luncheon on Oct. 22, noon to 1:30 pm at South United Methodist Church, 1226 Main St in Cooper Hall. Lindsay McQuillen, MSW, Regional Manager for the CHOICES Program will speak about how the program assists older adults and other people on Medicare understand their coverage and health care options. CHOICES also offers a number of free programs, community outreach, as well as information and referral services on a wide variety of topics.
Lunch is prepared by Highland Park Market. Orders should be given to Heather Wlochowski at heatherw@ci.manchester.ct.us or 647-5215 by Tuesday, Oct. 20. The cost for lunch of meatless Baked Ziti with salad and roll is $8.00.
Time:
1:00pm
Location:
Senior Center, 549 East Middle Turnpike
Description:
The Manchester Senior Center will be hosting a “Meet the Candidates” program on Thursday, October 22d at 1:00 P.M. at the Senior Center, 549 East Middle Turnpike. All candidates on the Manchester ballot who are running for Board of Directors and the office of Town Clerk have been invited to attend. There will be a question and answer session following the presentations. Please join us to become a better-informed Manchester voter.
Time:
4:00pm
Location:
Manchester Town Hall ,Law Library, 41 Center Street
Description:
Will meet in the Law Library of the Town Hall on the second floor at 41 Center Street.
Agendas and Minutes are posted online.
Time:
5:00pm
Location:
Lincoln Center, 494 Main St
Description:
Small Business Nights will take place every Thursday night (with the exception of holidays) from 5:00 to 8:00 PM on the second floor of the Lincoln Center, 494 Main Street.
These Thursday evenings are set aside to help small business owners plan for and navigate any government relations related to land, building, and space needs.
Representatives from the Planning and Zoning, and Building Departments will be on hand to answer questions.
Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments also are accepted by calling 647-3044
Time:
6:30pm - 9:30pm
Description:
Please note: this class has reached maximum enrollment!
The Manchester C.E.R.T. (Community Emergency Response Team) is looking for new members.
What is CERT? It’s a team of over 100 individual citizens trained to help the Town in case of an emergecncy when all other responders are either tied up or unable to respond. The team is comprised of 5 major sub teams, Communications Team (ham radio operators), Shelter Management Team (operates the emergency shelters in Town), the EOC (Emergency Operations Center) Support Team, the Search and Rescue Team (goes out on Case Mountain to help find lost or hurt persons on Case Mountain) and Fire/Police, who assist the Police and Fire departments at accident scenes and other emergency scenes by controlling traffic and making the area safe for the responders to operate. Also, the team learns how to take care of their family and neighbors during a weather related emergency.
What do I have to do to become a team member? It’s easy: just register for the training class. The class goes for 8 Thursday nights from 6:30 PM to about 9:30 each night, beginning on September 3.
If you are interested in taking the class or want more information, please contact Donald Janelle (team coordinator) at 860-647-5259 anytime during business hours. If no one answers, please leave a message and your call will be returned as quickly as possible.
Time:
7:00pm
Location:
The Arbor's 403 West Center Street
Description:
Monthly meetings the 4th Thursday of each month at the Arbor's at 7 pm. Except for November and December because of holidays it will be on the third Thursday.
Time:
7:00pm
Location:
11 Center St
Description:
Nami of Manchester (the National Alliance on Mental Illness) is presenting an educational meeting at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2009, at Center Congregational Church, 11 Center Street, Manchester,CT. Kerry Tedford Coles, Outreach Coordinator for PLAN of Connecticut, INC, will talk about Special Needs Trusts. These trusts can provide peace of mind for people with disabilities and the people who love them. The public is welcome to attend this meeting. Please RSVP to Mary at 860-645-9563, if you plan to attend.
Location:
Manchester High School Bailey Auditorium
Description:
The Manchester Silk City Chorus is hosting the 2009 Northeastern District
Fall Convention of the Barbershop Harmony Society on Friday, October 23rd
and Saturday, October 24th. The convention will feature the top 16 choruses
and 26 quartets from New England, Quebec, eastern New York and the Canadian
Maritime provinces. The contests are scheduled for 6:00PM on Friday
(quartet semifinals), 11:00AM on Saturday (chorus finals), and 7:00PM
(quartet finals) on Saturday night at Bailey Auditorium, Manchester High
School. Open to public, fee charged.
Time:
9:00am
Location:
History Center, 175 Pine Street, corner of Forest Street
Description:
The Manchester Historical Society's Tag Sale has been extended by popular demand to Friday and Saturday, October 23 and 24 from 9 to 4 at the History Center, 175 Pine Street, corner of Forest Street. The tag sale manager, Terry Parla, decided to re-open the popular tag sale for two more days, and says, "No reasonable offer refused." The 5,000-square-foot display area has books, small furniture, household goods, framed artwork, china, toys, and items both useful and
decorative. Although much was sold in the first days of the tag sale, much remains, and the public is invited to come shop and socialize in the vintage building, which is on the National Register of Historic Places in the heart of
the Cheney Brothers National Historic Landmark District. The former Cheney Machine Shop, an amazing building, has wonderful photographs and artifacts. Parking is available along Pleasant Street.
Time:
4:10pm
Location:
Parade starts Purnell Place/Game, Memorial Stadium, MHS
Description:
Annual Homecoming Parade steps off from Purnell Place at 4:15 p.m. on Friday, October 23rd. Parade will proceed up Main Street, East Center Street and onto Brookfield Street. A reviewing stand will be stationed on Brookfield Street between Middle Tpke and Durkin Street. Awards presentation will follow the parade in the Brookfield Street parking lot.
Homecoming Football Game is scheduled for 7 p.m. on Friday, October 23rd in Memorial Stadium. Crowning of this year's Homecoming King and Queen along with a performance from the MHS Marching Band is scheduled for halftime of the game. Admission is $3 for students and $5 for adults.
Time:
5:00pm
Location:
American Legion Post 102, 20 American Legion Drive
Description:
Don't forget our ongoing event, Fish Night, held every Friday from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at American Legion Post 102, 20 American Legion Drive. Come and dine on a delicious Fish Dinner. The menu includes flounder, scallops, shrimp and other seafood dishes. We have also expanded our hamburg menu with more options including chicken patties, kelly dogs and hot dogs. Take out is available. We are located just off Main Street (Rt 83) across from the Hospital. For directions or information call (860) 646-7961, e-mail chuck@legionpost102.org or visit legionpost102.org. Function rooms are also available for rent. Additionally, we have an
Open Pool Table on Wednesday Nights from 5:00 PM to 8:00 pm. Stop by and test your skills. For more information on these and other events visit legionpost102.org. For additional information contact: Charles Bruder, American Legion Post 102 Adjutant, 37 St James St., Manchester, CT 06040 or call (860) 647-9203 or email chuck@legionpost102.org.
Time:
7:00pm
Location:
SBM Charitable Foundation Auditorium
Description:
On Friday, October 23 the MCC International Film Festival will present The Drummer (Hong Kong/Taiwan), 7 pm in the SBM Charitable Foundation Auditorium. Sid (played by Jackie
Chan’s son Jaycee), the rebellious son of a controlling and savage crime boss in Hong Kong, has to flee to Taiwan upon enraging his father’s
adversary. Hiding out in the mountains, Sid discovers a group of Zen drummers whose mesmerizing art piques his interest, and he requests to join them. Immersed in the world of Zen drumming, Sid morphs into a firm and
focused young man. His independence from the crime life and his father is profoundly challenged, however, when a twist of fate awaits him back home in Hong Kong and forces him to choose between loyalty to his family and his
newfound faith in himself.
There will be a brief discussion along with dessert after the film. There is free admission and the event is open to the public. Contact either Evelyn
Angry-Smith (512-2874) or Bob Kagan (512-2687) with questions.
http://mccfilmseries.blogspot.com/
Location:
Lowe Building and MCC Bandshell
Description:
The MCC Farmers’ Market features local farmers throughout the region and will be held in the Lowe Building and MCC Bandshell. A variety of fresh and organic items will be available for sale, including vegetables, fruits, herbs, a variety of plants, beeswax candles, soaps, honey, goat's milk and goat's cheese.
For more information on the MCC Farmers’ Market, contact Dr. Andrew Paterna at (860) 512-2708.
Location:
Manchester High School Bailey Auditorium
Description:
The Manchester Silk City Chorus is hosting the 2009 Northeastern District
Fall Convention of the Barbershop Harmony Society on Friday, October 23rd
and Saturday, October 24th. The convention will feature the top 16 choruses
and 26 quartets from New England, Quebec, eastern New York and the Canadian
Maritime provinces. The contests are scheduled for 6:00PM on Friday
(quartet semifinals), 11:00AM on Saturday (chorus finals), and 7:00PM
(quartet finals) on Saturday night at Bailey Auditorium, Manchester High
School. Open to public, fee charged.
Time:
8:00am
Location:
Forest St. Parking lot
Description:
There will be a Farmer's Market beginning Sat., July 11 and continuing every Sat. through Oct. 31 at the Forest St. Parking lot from 8:00 am -
12:30 pm.
Time:
8:00am
Location:
Applebee's of Manchester, 191 Deming Street
Description:
The MHS Robotics team is hosting a Flapjack Fundraiser October 24th, 8am to 10am at Applebee's of Manchester, 191 Deming Street. The Team is gearing up for another successful year! Tickets are $7.00 pp and must be bought prior to October 19th.
Please contact Chris Prytko, b11prytk@ci.manchester.ct.us for tickets.
Time:
9:00am
Description:
The Manchester Recreation Department is sponsoring a Baby Boomer Hiking Club.
Join our six week hiking club and Step Up To Health, meet new friends, get some fresh air and exercise and experience the beautiful trails located right in your own backyard. We will hike a variety of trails located in the Manchester/Vernon/Bolton area. Geared for beginners, but everyone is welcome. All hikes will be one hour long start to finish. Hikes will be conducted on Saturdays beginning October 3 and concluding November 7 from 9:00 - 10:15 a.m. Fee is $24.00 for residents and $30.00 for non-
residents.
Registration is ongoing at the Center Springs Recreation Department Office, Community “Y” Recreation Center, Mahoney Recreation Center and Town Hall Customer Service Center.
Please contact Karen Dinnie, Recreation Supervisor at 647-3164 for further details.
Time:
9:00am
Location:
History Center, 175 Pine Street, corner of Forest Street
Description:
The Manchester Historical Society's Tag Sale has been extended by popular demand to Friday and Saturday, October 23 and 24 from 9 to 4 at the History Center, 175 Pine Street, corner of Forest Street. The tag sale manager, Terry Parla, decided to re-open the popular tag sale for two more days, and says, "No reasonable offer refused." The 5,000-square-foot display area has books, small furniture, household goods, framed artwork, china, toys, and items both useful and
decorative. Although much was sold in the first days of the tag sale, much remains, and the public is invited to come shop and socialize in the vintage building, which is on the National Register of Historic Places in the heart of
the Cheney Brothers National Historic Landmark District. The former Cheney Machine Shop, an amazing building, has wonderful photographs and artifacts. Parking is available along Pleasant Street.
Time:
10:00am
Location:
Lowe Building, MCC Campus
Description:
Saturday, Oct. 24 will also feature the MCC Craft Fair, to be held in Lowe Building from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. which attracts crafters from throughout the region. The Craft Fair is free and will feature hand-made crafts, including clothing, furniture, jewelry and other original items.
The Craft Fair is sponsored by the MCC Alumni Association and the Manchester Art Association.
For more information on the MCC Craft Fair, contact Audrey Letizia at (860) 512-2906.
Time:
10:30am
Location:
Downtown Main St. Manchester CT
Description:
Halloween Happenings: A Safe Downtown Manchester Trick-or-Treat. Saturday, Oct. 24, 2009.
The Mary Cheney Library, 586 Main St., will host a magic show with magician “Danny Magic” from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM.
The following activities will take place from 11:30 AM to 1 PM:
The Manchester Arts Commission will host Chalk the Walk, in Center Park. Children and adults ate invited to create Fall themed chalk drawings on the sidewalks of Center Park. Chalk provided.
Children are invited to trick-or-treat downtown businesses with a Welcome Trick-or-Treaters sign displayed. No early birds please.
Children’s Pumpkin Decorating will take place in front of the Manchester Antiques Marketplace, 811 Main St. Quantities limited. First come, first served.
There will be no Costume Parade this year. All events are rain or shine except the chalk drawing. For info call the Downtown Manchester Special Services District at (860) 645-2101 or visit www.downtownmanchester.org
Time:
10:30am
Location:
Mary Cheney Library 586 Main Street
Description:
The Town of Manchester will be hosting a Main Street full of Haunted Happenings on Saturday, October 24, 2009.
Join us at the Mary Cheney Library Building as we welcome Magician Danny Magic and his eerily fun magic show! He will begin promptly at 10:30, so make sure you are on time! We hope to see you there!
For more information, call 860-645-0577 or visit http://library.townofmanchester.org.
Time:
11:00am
Location:
Lowe Building, MCC
Description:
Manchester Community College and Foodshare are joining forces to take a stand against hunger with the 12th annual Foodshare Empty Bowls Project, beginning at 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 24 at the Lowe Building on the MCC Campus. Admission is $15, and includes a handmade pottery bowl and a meal of unlimited soups and breads, desserts and beverages prepared by MCC culinary arts students and area restaurants. The pottery bowls are donated by MCC art students, local ceramic artists, community crafters and area schools.
Proceeds from the Empty Bowls Project will benefit Foodshare and its mission to educate and involve the community in finding real, long-term solutions to the problems of poverty and hunger. With every $10 raised by the Empty Bowls Project, Foodshare can distribute $100 worth of food to those people who experience “empty bowls” each year.
For more information on the annual Foodshare Empty Bowls Project and to purchase tickets, contact Linda Coons at (860) 512-2772.
Time:
4:00pm
Location:
Cheney Hall, 177 Hartford Road
Description:
Signature Music Man artist Steve Morse and bassist Dave LaRue will be conducting a free guitar and bass seminar at the elegant Cheney Hall, located at 177 Hartford Road in Manchester, Connecticut on Saturday, October 24th at 4:00pm. Seminar highlights will include tips on technique, live demonstrations and a question and answer period. This event is sponsored by DuBaldo Music Center and Ernie Ball/Music Man.
Steve Morse is founder of both the Dixie Dregs and the Steve Morse Band, plus lead guitarist for Deep Purple. He also played lead guitar for Kansas.
Dave LaRue is the bass player for the Dixie Dregs and the Steve Morse Band, and has also been the touring bassist for Joe Satriani and John Petrucci, among others.
For more information, please click on the following link:
http://www.dubaldomusic.com/MorseLaRue.php
Time:
5:00pm
Location:
AMERICAN LEGION POST 102
Description:
The Public is invited to a Legion Riders Spaghetti dinner to be held at the AMERICAN LEGION POST 102, October 24, 2009, 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. The menu will be spaghetti, meatballs, salad, Italian bread, coffee, tea & dessert. There will be raffles and a fifty-fifty drawing. Benefit is for the Legion. We support our Vets! Tickets are $8.00 at the door or $7.00 in advance. For tickets see Don or Fred at the Legion or Jim, Dave & Pam will also be selling tickets. For more information call Dave at 860-546-9496.
Time:
1:00pm
Location:
The Colonnade Banquet & Conference Center, 2941 Main Street, Glastonbury
Description:
ECHN’s annual women’s event in support of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Celebrating a Special You – Breast Cancer Awareness Event will take place on Sunday, October 25, 1 p.m.,at The Colonnade Banquet & Conference Center, 2941 Main Street, Glastonbury. The cost is $25/person. Pre-registration required.
Time:
6:00pm
Location:
Manchester Memorial Hospital
Description:
Orthopedic surgeon Kenneth Alleyne, MD. will present The Shoulder Owner’s Guide on Monday, October 26, 6-7:30 p.m. at Manchester Memorial Hospital. Come learn about techniques to maintain a healthy shoulder for work and play as well as the treatment options to manage common shoulder pain including non-operative and minimally invasive procedures for rotator cuff and ligament injuries.
Time:
7:00pm
Location:
Lincoln Center, 494 Main St.
Description:
The Manchester Board of Education meeting for Oct. 26 has been cancelled.
Time:
7:00pm
Location:
Howroyd Room of the Manchester Public Library, 586 Main Street
Description:
The Manchester Public Library is pleased to present a special FREE, one-hour lecture, Edgar Allan Poe – His Writing Life, on Monday, October 26 at 7:00 p.m. in the Howroyd Room of the Manchester Public Library, 586 Main Street. In the persona of Poe himself, actor Lou Harmon from the Trail of Terror will read from the master's work while providing an intimate glimpse into the life of the writer many consider the founder of the horror and suspense genres. This lecture is in conjunction with the Monthly Adult Book Group. The Adult Book Group is reading "Great Tales & Poems of Edgar Allan Poe".
No registration is required. For more information call Reference/Adult Services at 860-645-0821 or go to (http://library.townofmanchester.org).
The Program is made possible by the Big Read, an initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with the Institute of Museum and Library Services designed to revitalize the role of literature in American culture.
Time:
7:00pm
Location:
Bailey Auditorium, Manchester High School.
Description:
The Manchester High School Counseling Department is hosting its annual Financial Aid Night on Monday, October 26, 2009 at 7:00 PM in Bailey Auditorium at Manchester High School.
Description:
The Policy Briefing Meeting scheduled for Tues., Oct. 27 at 8:00 a.m. has been cancelled.
Time:
8:00am
Location:
Heritage Place, 945 Main St., 1st Floor, Room 204
Description:
Have Coffee with the Cops on Tuesday, Oct. 27 at 8 AM. Heritage Place, 945 Main St., 1st Floor, Room 204. Come and chat with our Downtown Sergeant, John Wilson as well as Community Relations Officer, Stacy Forish.
Time:
8:00am
Location:
Weiss Center, 479 Main St.
Description:
The Registrar's of Voters Office will be open for a
voter registration session on Tuesday 10/27/09 from 8 a.m - 8 p.m. The Registrar is located in the Weiss Center, 479 Main St. and can be reached at 647-3025 or go to http://www.townofmanchester.org/registrar/
Tuesday, October 27th - Last day to register to be able to vote in the Municipal Election, this must be done in person at the Registrars Office, by 8:00 p.m.
You Must be 18 years old by Election Day to be able to vote.
You can obtain Voter Registration Applications by contacting the Registrars Office at 647-3025, or via the Secretary of the States website (link on our front page). All completed forms should be mailed to: Registrars of Voters, 479 Main Street, PO Box 191, Manchester, CT 06045-0191.
Absentee Ballot Applications can obtained from the Town Clerk's office in Town Hall, 647-3037.
Time:
9:30am - 10:15am
Location:
Manchester and Bolton
Description:
Mobile Foodshare 2009
Manchester & Bolton
Tuesdays
9:30am – 10:15am
September 15 - the parking lot across from St. Bridget Church
(80 Main St.)
September 29 - Municipal parking lot on Birch St.
October 13 – United Methodist Church of Bolton
10 41 Boston Tpke. (Rte. 44), Bolton
October 27 – Squire Village – Queens Court parking lot
(off Spencer St.)
For low income households.
You must be present to pick up food for your household ONLY
Please bring your own bags or boxes.
Time:
12:00pm
Description:
A Veteran's benefits counselor will be at the Weiss Center conference room every Tuesday from noon-3pm. Call 729-3163 for more info. on Tuesdays only. All other times please call 860-872-6433.
The Weiss Center is located at 479 Main St. in Manchester. Park in rear of building.
Use the parking lot entrance. Follow signs to veteran's counselor.
There is an elevator located at this entrance.
This is for all veterans, regardless of branch of service, combat or non-combat.
Time:
7:00pm
Location:
Hearing Room, Lincoln Center, 494 Main Street
Description:
A special meeting of the Board of Directors will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 27, in the Hearing Room, Lincoln Center, 494 Main Street, Manchester, to discuss the following:
Agenda Item
1. Public comment regarding one year golf course management agreement.
2. Discuss and act on waiving bid requirement and entering into a one year management agreement for the golf course with the Country Club to end November 2010.
3. Direct subcommittee to develop a process/timeline for public input and the subsequent development of a Request for Proposal for the management of the golf course beginning November, 2010.
Time:
9:00am
Location:
Army Navy Club, 1090 Main St
Description:
Manchester Health
Department
Seasonal Flu Vaccination Clinics
Manchester residents only
October 28: 9:00 - 11:30 am @ Army Navy Club, 1090 Main St.
Medicare Part B, HealthNet, ConnectiCare and Anthem Blue Cross are accepted. MUST bring insurance card with you.
The fee for flu vaccine will be $25.00 and fees may be scaled according to income for Manchester residents. For Information
Call 647-3173
Time:
9:00am
Location:
Manchester Memorial Hospital Pulmonary Lab
Description:
Paulette DeRocco, RRT. will conduct a Lung Health Screening on Wednesday, October 28, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at Manchester Memorial Hospital Pulmonary Lab. A simple, painless lung functioning screening that yields information about lung health. Participants will receive an uninterpreted copy of their results to share with their primary care physician. Appointment required.
Time:
3:30pm
Location:
Waddell Elementary School
Description:
Waddell Elementary School's PTA After School
Enrichment program continues today, Wed., Oct. 28, 3:30-4:30. The PTA is seeking volunteers for five classes once per week, Wednesdays 3:30-4:30 October 7 - November 4. Consider sharing your time and talent with Waddell students in a group setting after school. To learn more contact waddellpta@gmail.com or visit www.waddellpta.qlubb.com.
Time:
5:00pm
Location:
South United Methodist Church, 1226 Main Street, Manchester
Description:
The Nurturing Families Network at Eastern Connecticut Health Network (ECHN) will run a free 10-week Dads’ Group at the South United Methodist Church, 1226 Main Street, Manchester, on Wednesday nights from 5 to 7:30 p.m. beginning October 7.
The importance of dad's role within the family unit is so often underestimated. Come and learn why you are so important to your children. A light dinner will be served. Childcare is available. If you would like more information about the program or wish to register, please call 860.646.1222, Ext. 2457.
Time:
7:30pm
Location:
Directors Room of Lincoln Center, 494 Main St
Description:
The Hockanum River Watershed Association will meet today at 7:30 pm in the Directors Room of Lincoln Center, 494 Main St., Manchester.
Location:
Lutz Children's Museum, 247 South Main St
Description:
Costume Parties This Thursday & Friday at the Lutz Children's Museum.
Toddlers and Preschoolers are invited to a costume party complete with seasonal games, crafts, and stories. Preregistration is required. Call now to attend in this popular event!
Lutz Children's Museum
247 South Main Street
Manchester, CT 06040
860-643-0949
www.lutzmuseum.org
Time:
5:00pm
Location:
Lincoln Center, 494 Main St
Description:
Small Business Nights will take place every Thursday night (with the exception of holidays) from 5:00 to 8:00 PM on the second floor of the Lincoln Center, 494 Main Street.
These Thursday evenings are set aside to help small business owners plan for and navigate any government relations related to land, building, and space needs.
Representatives from the Planning and Zoning, and Building Departments will be on hand to answer questions.
Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments also are accepted by calling 647-3044
Time:
6:00pm
Location:
Manchester Community College
Description:
Art Exhibit: Art/Work
What: Manchester Community College Hans Weiss Newspace Gallery presents “Art/Work”
Who: “Art/Work” will feature work by the graphic design and multimedia faculty at MCC. The exhibit will feature work by Susan Brereton, Rachael Ghani, Laurie Grace, Ed Hogan, Mark Judge, Patricia Nelson, Maura O’Connor, Kathleen Curran-Smits, Haruna Sumani, Richard Thomas and Mike Toti. The exhibit will showcase their creative work in both commercial and artistic practice.
When: An artist’s reception will be held on Thursday, October 29 at 6 p.m.
The exhibition runs October 29 – December 8
Gallery Hours: Monday – Friday, 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.;
Saturday, 12 noon - 5 p.m.; closed on Sunday
Where: Manchester Community College
Hans Weiss Newspace Gallery
Great Path
Manchester, CT
For more information, contact Maura O’Connor at moconnor@mcc.commnet.edu.
~ This event is free and open to the public ~
Students of any age who possess the desire to pursue higher education are welcome at Manchester Community College. MCC is proud of its academic excellence, new facilities, flexible schedules, small classes, low tuition and faculty with both academic and “real world” credentials. The College offers over 60 programs, transfer options, financial aid and scholarships, as well as access to baccalaureate degrees through guaranteed admissions programs with several universities. MCC is situated on a park-like campus and is easily accessible from I-84.
Location:
Lutz Children's Museum, 247 South Main St
Description:
Costume Parties This Thursday & Friday at the Lutz Children's Museum.
Toddlers and Preschoolers are invited to a costume party complete with seasonal games, crafts, and stories. Preregistration is required. Call now to attend in this popular event!
Lutz Children's Museum
247 South Main Street
Manchester, CT 06040
860-643-0949
www.lutzmuseum.org
Time:
1:30pm
Location:
St James Church 2584 Main St Glastonbury
Description:
There will be a Blood Drive today from 1:30 until 6:15 PM at St. James Church, 2584 Main St in Glastonbury.
Please Contact the American Red Cross at 1-800-GIVE LIFE to schedule an appointment.
Time:
5:00pm
Location:
American Legion Post 102, 20 American Legion Drive
Description:
Don't forget our ongoing event, Fish Night, held every Friday from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at American Legion Post 102, 20 American Legion Drive. Come and dine on a delicious Fish Dinner. The menu includes flounder, scallops, shrimp and other seafood dishes. We have also expanded our hamburg menu with more options including chicken patties, kelly dogs and hot dogs. Take out is available. We are located just off Main Street (Rt 83) across from the Hospital. For directions or information call (860) 646-7961, e-mail chuck@legionpost102.org or visit legionpost102.org. Function rooms are also available for rent. Additionally, we have an
Open Pool Table on Wednesday Nights from 5:00 PM to 8:00 pm. Stop by and test your skills. For more information on these and other events visit legionpost102.org. For additional information contact: Charles Bruder, American Legion Post 102 Adjutant, 37 St James St., Manchester, CT 06040 or call (860) 647-9203 or email chuck@legionpost102.org.
Time:
8:00am
Location:
Forest St. Parking lot
Description:
There will be a Farmer's Market beginning Sat., July 11 and continuing every Sat. through Oct. 31 at the Forest St. Parking lot from 8:00 am -
12:30 pm.
Time:
9:00am
Description:
The Manchester Recreation Department is sponsoring a Baby Boomer Hiking Club.
Join our six week hiking club and Step Up To Health, meet new friends, get some fresh air and exercise and experience the beautiful trails located right in your own backyard. We will hike a variety of trails located in the Manchester/Vernon/Bolton area. Geared for beginners, but everyone is welcome. All hikes will be one hour long start to finish. Hikes will be conducted on Saturdays beginning October 3 and concluding November 7 from 9:00 - 10:15 a.m. Fee is $24.00 for residents and $30.00 for non-
residents.
Registration is ongoing at the Center Springs Recreation Department Office, Community “Y” Recreation Center, Mahoney Recreation Center and Town Hall Customer Service Center.
Please contact Karen Dinnie, Recreation Supervisor at 647-3164 for further details.
Time:
9:00am
Location:
Town Hall, 41 Center St
Description:
The Town Clerk's office will be open from 9:00 am until 12:00 noon on Saturday, October 31st 2009 to anyone needing to vote by Absentee Ballot.
Qualifications for voting by Absentee Ballot are:
*Manchester resident who is currently registered to vote
*unable to vote at polls due to a disability or illness
*Being absent from town Tuesday, November 3, during the hours that polls are open (6:00am to 8:00 pm)
*being an active member og the military service
*Having duties as an election official at a polling place other than your own during the hours that the polls are open
*Having religious tenets that forbid secular activity on the day of the election.
For more information please call the Town Clerks Office at (860)647-3037
Time:
10:30am
Description:
Manchester Dog Owners Group (MDOG) Halloween Hike this Saturday, Oct. 31 at 10:30am Spring Street Lot. Come hike with your dog; people without dogs welcome too (must like dogs). If you can't make this hike but are interested in future ones E-mail us at mdoghikes@yahoo.com with your full name and E-mail address.
Time:
1:00pm
Location:
No. end Main St. behind Farr’s Sporting Goods, 2 Main St.
Description:
There will be a free Cheney Railroad history walk, Saturday, October 31, 1 p.m. meeting at the
North End of Main Street, behind Farr’s Sporting Goods, 2 Main Street. Hikers will have an easy, but bumpy, walk along the former railroad, built in 1869 to connect the Cheney Silk Mills to the main rail line in the North End. At 2.5 miles, it was the longest private railroad in the United States. Children are especially welcome, and will receive a vintage Pennsylvania Railroad
patch. We will hike along the one-mile portion owned by the Manchester Land Conservation Trust, and possibly farther south to Center Springs Park, which will take about 1-3/4 hours round trip. Phone hike leader Susan Barlow (860-643-9776) if questions. There are no restrooms along the route. Important to park at the nearby shopping plaza or Eighth Utilities office building. No dogs, please. Extreme weather cancels.
Manchester Sights and Landmarks Exhibit 
