Nico Arias is a Recreation Supervisor with the Department of Leisure, Family and Recreation. He oversees management and execution of Better Manchester Magazine and Better Manchester Online as well as numerous other marketing and communication initiatives for the division and department. He enjoys hiking, camping and all things outdoors.
Fact #1: Can complete a rubix cube.
Fact #2: Loves PIZZA.
I have always found magic fascinating. How did they do that? How does the trick work? If you are like me, now is your chance to learn a few tricks to amaze your family members!
These are unprecedented and difficult times for all. After several weeks of consultation with local and state authorities, the Cruisin’ on Main Street Planning Committee has made the difficult decision to postpone “Cruisin’ on Main Street 2020” due to the ongoing pandemic. We are heartbroken; however, the health and safety of our audience, sponsors and vendors, car enthusiasts, first responders, staff and volunteers are of the utmost importance to us. We felt that this was the only acceptable way forward.
Why are there so many dishes?
How did it get this way?
Good thing nobody is visiting or they might not want to stay.
Why are there so many dishes?
Don’t they know there’s other work to do?
Patron self- registration is available for Manchester residents. This temporary card will allow a resident to register for access to online materials.
It’s hard to ignore that things have been pretty tough lately, but the real story is how people are coming together in support of one another. At the local level it can be easy to miss all of the work that is going on behind the scenes of the current relief efforts, but for certain there is an army of individuals selflessly donating their time and effort to take care of their neighbors.
One sure way to boost your mood is to practice an attitude of gratitude. Psychology Today lists 7 scientifically proven benefits of gratitude, including improved psychological health and better sleep.
Over the last several decades, uttering the term “grounded” within families often brings up feelings of fear, unease, sadness, or even anger. Why? The phrase “you’re grounded” evokes mental images or memories of a punitive nature when as a child or young adult, your independence was restricted.
Based on the recommendation of the Permanent Memorial Day committee, General Manager Shanley confirmed that the Town of Manchester has canceled this year’s Memorial Day parade, ceremony, and associated public events.
In 2008, the Manchester Board of Directors prompted the development of the Manchester Youth Commission. Close to 12 years later, the Commission is stronger than ever. “The Manchester Youth Commission is a diverse group of youth collaborating with local government in an effort to create open communication in the decision making process, making it possible to strengthen the community through the voice of the youth.”
How did I never know about salt painting? Easy to do with just a few items you probably have around the house.
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