#HappyThings
Social distancing and self-isolation can be frustrating, boring, and lonely at times. This feeling is normal, it’s something we are all experiencing. Now is the time to find new ways of connecting, sharing, and lifting each other up.
We are asking YOU Manchester community, to spread a little bit of joy and share the things that make you happy. Maybe it’s the happiness your pet shows when you give them attention or that homemade morning cup of coffee that gets you through most of your day.
Let’s join together and help each other feel a little less frustrated and a little more at peace.
Where do we start? Send in a picture of your happy moment to us and we will share it to the community as a reminder that we are all in this together.
Our #HappyThings Gallery
Painted Turtle taking in some fresh air on a log at Oak Grove. Nature makes me happy and though we have to maintain social distancing, nature enjoys the company. By Joe Svelnys
The lighting was perfect that it looks like this guy is flying! He’s the famous koi of Porter Reservoir. By Marinda Reynolds
My beautiful Magnolia Tree is brightening up my neighborhood! By Susan Malo
Upper Case Pond, owned by the Manchester Land Trust By Susan Barlow
Begonias blossoms By Pam Blass
More time to create in my studio! By Christiane O'Brien
Having grandkids is the best! By Pam Brannick
It’s important to smile and hug our love ones. We are all in this together! By Calvin Harris
Baking makes me happy. Let's hope I don't gain the corona 19, though! By Kerri Pedersen
COVID 19 Home "Barber Shop" with Trash Bag smock! by Mark Allen
Spring is here! By Jaime Mailloux
Robins in the yard By Christiane O'Brien
Coming in for a landing - Center Springs By Christiane O'Brien
Connecting With Nature By Elizabeth MacDonald
plants and flowers blooming ❣️ By Melanie
Birds outside my window By Christiane O'Brien
Guy's been growing 😀 Happy Earth Day! By Alyssa Saynganthone
Oliver By Biff Toth
Weeping Cherry in Bloom By Shannon Burke
Easter Sunday Social Distancing with daughter, Tracy! By Julie Smith
kids playing, fresh air and sunshine ☀️ By Melanie Vassilopoulos
Manchester Public Works showing support to healthcare workers on the frontlines. By Garth McDonough
My boys, Sammy (tabby) and Macky!??
Happy when baking (and eating) apple crisp. Cup of coffee in a favorite cup. By Susan Barlow
My 4 dogs make me happy By Kelli Mullaney
Spring is here! By Jaime Mailloux
Cat Naps Bring Me Joy By Elizabeth MacDonald
Chalk - Sidewalks - Hopeful Messages By Christiane O'Brien
Family and nature ♥️ By Melanie Vassilopoulos
This doorstep present of a beautiful canvas and fragrant dried eucalyptus from my Mom for my "quarantine birthday" a couple of weeks ago. By Melanie Vassilopoulos
Spring Flowers by Annette Peck
Family time without the hectic schedules. By Denise Noesi-Pinnix
When you get to work from home and have occasional assistance! By Alysia McDowell
By Donna Olander
Following Footsteps By Elizabeth MacDonald
Spending time with loved ones! By Alysia McDowell
By Sreda Nessa
Showing Appreciation - Priceless! By Alysia McDowell
Out for a Walk! By Marie Tripler
Birds outside my window. By Christiane O'Brien
Working from home has its challenges, but having a cat sleep on your feet while working certainly is a plus! (I'm a librarian at Manchester Public Library working from home) By Valerie Kerr
Facetiming with my grandkids - this is Robert ? By Kris Fournier
Our 18 year old kitty, Thor, sleeping peacefully. By Doreen Petrozza
My morning coffee. By Nichole Taggart
My favorite part of staying home is being with my dogs! By Austyn
A walk on the Cheney Rail Trail. By J Stone
A pretty sunset. By Judy
By Marc Toth
Spring Flowers by Annette Peck
The lighting was perfect that it looks like this guy is flying! He’s the famous koi of Porter Reservoir. By Marinda Reynolds
Little Libraries - Books - Sharing By Christiane O'Brien
Our daughter Sienna with our foster fur baby getting some much needed fresh air and exercise. By Sandy Dubiel
Thank you Gracie for reminding us to go for walks, play, nap and not to take every moment too seriously. By Stacey Zackin
By Sreda Nessa
Alex & Jocelyn wedding was livestreamed 4/4/2020 - this makes me happy!! By Patti LaForest
Drinking my coffee in a mug instead of a to go cup makes me happy By Nichole H
Picture of me and my cat. She brightens up every day for me and I don't know what I would do without her. By Alex Ranniello
Playing Catch! By Kelly
Class outside on a nice day! By Julie Smith
By Donna Olander
Staying at home means I've had the time to pick up an old hobby, drawing. Here's a sketch I'm working on of my grandson, Peirce. By Kim Lord
Daffodils in Center Springs Park by Karen Freund
Right here in Manchester, Connecticut, a city of village charm. Case Mountain, accessible from Spring St. and Birch Mountain Road. By Susan Barlow
Caffination and Literary Companions By Elizabeth MacDonald
By Donna Olander
Coronavirus can’t stop Spring from blooming ? By Linda Myers
Watching as daylight fades into the night at Globe Hollow Reservoir. By Ralph Bragg
By Donna Olander
Observing, listen to, and photographing Birds always brings me delight, wonderment, and gratitude. By Leslie Manna
Mum by MaryElla Anderson
Artists from WORK_SPACE and Imagine Main Street have been chalk bombing Downtown restaurants to bring awareness to the hardworking owners and their efforts to provide great take-out. By Lynn Sottile
My kids make me happy and we help each other get through the days. Today we had a spur of the moment silly string fight! By Kimberli Williams
Having grandkids is the best! By Pam Brannick
Great Grandmas, Babies and Birthdays by Christiane O'Brien
Teenie Tiny Baby Turtles By Elizabeth MacDonald
Birds outside my window. By Christiane O'Brien
A walk in the Park - Center Springs By Christiane O'Brien
By Donna Olander
Waiting and watching from my 2nd floor porch to see this spring's 1st litter of Squirrels in my Black Maple Tree; By Leslie Manna
Coming in for a landing - Center Springs By Christiane O'Brien
Hanging Out Together in the Sun After a Hard Day of School. By Christy Driscoll
Had to celebrate our daughter’s birthday via video chat but she promised to save a piece of cake in the freezer. By Donna Powell.
Spring swing By Kathleen McGuire
My grandsons in their super hero face protection!!! By Marie Karnolt
Thankfully working from home with my little lovebird (Blue). By Nancy
Otis and Cali By Christaine O'Brien
Observing, listen to, and photographing Birds always brings me delight, wonderment, and gratitude. By Leslie Manna
My boys, Sammy (tabby) and Macky!??
Thank you!!!!!!!!!!!! By Christiane O'Brien
Swollen brook after rain yesterday! By Julie Smith
Having grandkids is the best! By Pam Brannick
Walks around Porter Reservoir with our 4 week-old in beautiful weather make us so happy! By Carina
Having grandkids is the best! By Pam Brannick
Carefully watching over as Isaiah creates a masterpiece at the pickup for Urban Lodge! By Christiane O'Brien
Joe practicing social distancing By Lynn Sottile