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.

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.”

The Mahoney Recreation Center was looking forward to hosting the Community Youth Art Initiative and the popular “Things” art exhibition this May. Unfortunately as a result of the disruption to the regular school schedule and our junior artists, we will be unable to hold the event this year as planned.

The popular event scheduled for May 9th at Salter’s Pond would have been the 43rd Annual Fishing Derby held by the Manchester Recreation Department in collaboration with the Manchester Lion’s Club.

After discussion by the Celebration Manchester Committee (formerly Pride In Manchester Week) a decision was made by the group to cancel this year’s event scheduled June 6th through June 13th due to the Coronavirus Pandemic.

To our friends, families and neighbors – thank you – we are working to flatten the curve together. We hope to see you in our parks soon but until then, play the video ? and stay safe!

After much discussion the difficult decision was made to forgo all June dates for the popular Spruce Street Community Market.

On April 14, a new sculpture by the late David Hayes was unveiled in Center Springs Park. The totem sculpture is the perfect addition to the daffodil fields.