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Here you’ll find DIY activities, virtual classes, things to do for kids, and more.
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LFR Program Newsletter
With the holiday season right around the corner, there is no shortage of programs and special events across the Town of Manchester’s Department of Leisure, Family and Recreation. Check out the below program listings for a sampling of the many fall programs and special events available over the coming weeks.
Silk City Fest 2021
Organized by the non-profit ArtFüd, this family friendly, community event offers live music, a creative collection of artists/crafters/makers, local craft beer and cider, food vendors, interactive art, fun and games, make-n-take crafts and more!
Manchester Early Childhood Collaborative Monthly E-newsletter
Want to stay connected to local early childhood happenings in Manchester- preschools, playgroups, family events, and resources for families and providers? Sign-up for the Manchester Early Childhood Collaborative (MECC) monthly e-newsletter! Sign up to stay in touch with MECC!
Manchester Youth Bike Safety Rodeo
A FREE youth bike safety course on Saturday, June 12th just for Manchester residents ages 5 to 12. This hour long course will teach kids everything from proper helmet fitting, bike safety checks, obstacle avoidance, start and stopping, signaling, and much more! Registration required. Presented by Webster Bank, the Hartford Marathon Foundation, Bike Walk Bolton, and the Town of Manchester.
2nd Saturdays
Happy May! The Galleries at WORK_SPACE is pleased to announce another 2nd Saturday for viewing of the gallery. Join us on Saturday 5/8 with featured artist Leslie Prentis, who will be here creating live art onsite! Starting at 10am-2pm!
Get Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable
During this monthly lunchtime networking event, we gather on Zoom to watch and then discuss an interesting video.
Making Something out of Nothing
During this monthly lunchtime networking event, we gather on Zoom to watch and then discuss an interesting video.
Juneteenth: The Art of Independence
June 12 is the official opening of Juneteenth: The Art of Independence which happens to coincide with CT’s Open House Day. Join us onsite to view the exhibit!
POEMZ FROM THE DOME
Join WORK_SPACE in the audience or on the virtual stage for this monthly Poetry Open-Mic Series held via Zoom on the last Friday of the month.
“Kindness Rocks” Rock Painting with Megan Lenzo
Owner and Instructor of Shine Your Light Art invites you to freely express yourself through the whimsical art of rock painting.
An Evening of Improv
In this world of constant change and daily disruptions, the best thing you can do is prepare to be unprepared by enhancing your LISTENING SKILLS!
Virtual Art Workshop: Dynamic Doodling
In this fun, interactive and low-pressure workshop, everyone gets to feel creative regardless of their artistic ability or experience.
Manchester’s Great Egg Hunt
Join in on Manchester’s Great Egg Hunt – An EGGcellent Adventure for the entire community. Learn more and get involved!
Meet the Community “Y” Personal Trainers
Are you still trying to start off your New Year’s resolution? Are you looking for a quiet and safe setting to work out in? Do you have questions on how to start a workout plan? Well, here at the Community Y Fitness Center we can make all of these accommodations for you.