James Costa is the Neighborhoods & Families Coordinator for the Department of Leisure, Family, and Recreation. He began working with the division during his sophomore year at Manchester High School, and he is now a UConn graduate with degrees in Journalism & Film Studies.
Fun Fact #1: I won my car in a raffle during Manchester High School’s Project Graduation.
Fun Fact #2: My all-time favorite movies are All That Heaven Allows, Punch-Drunk Love & Twin Peaks: The Return.
This September will see two large scale, free Town of Manchester community events: the Hispanic Heritage Day Celebration and Lights in the Sky – A Drone Show Event.
From leagues and tournaments, an afternoon at the driving range or a Sunday morning round of golf, the Manchester Country Club has offerings for those of all ages and abilities.
Find department programs and event happening from August 14th through the 27th!
Each August, communities across the nation join together in commemoration of National Black Business Month.
Find programs and activities offered by the Department of LFR from July 31 through August 13! Get involved with all there is to offer!
Throughout Manchester and dozens of other New England towns, you might have seen pint-sized libraries installed in front of schools, public greenspaces and community centers.
Find programs and activities offered by the Department of LFR from July 17 through the 30th!
These past few weeks have been brutal. First, we were dealt near-daily flash flood warnings, jeopardizing summer plans on a nightly basis.
It is with heavy hearts that we write of the passing of Darryl Thames, the Town of Manchester’s Clerk, who will be remembered as a loving husband & grandfather, committed public servant and a friend to all.
Find activities and events offered by the Department of Leisure, Family, and Recreation from July 3 to July 16.
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