Here's what's new in Manchester:
-Manchester Next!
The next phase of the Manchester Next project will offer several interesting and engaging opportunities to provide your input as we plan the future of the Town together. Some key dates:
Monday May16th through Thursday May 19th: The Town’s consultant partner TPUDC will be in town for their week-long
“Planapalooza” process where they conduct multiple public workshops and meetings. All are welcome to attend.
The Planapalooza process ( https://tinyurl.com/4cmsuush )
consists of two major pieces:
-Public Opening Presentation/Hands-on Workshop (Monday 5/16) and the closing Work-in-Progress Presentation (Thursday 5/19); both of these sessions will take place at the Manchester High School cafeteria from 6-8pm.
-Open Studio & Technical Meetings: These will take place throughout the day during the entire week at WORK_SPACE (903 Main Street); WORK_SPACE is open to the public and residents should feel free to stop by to see the TPUDC team working during Open Studio. For those interested in the various Technical Meetings, please see schedule for specific times and dates.
Additional project information can be found at https://yourvoicemattersmanchesterct.com/manchesternext
Please reach out to the Planning Department at (860) 647-3044 if you have any questions. We hope to see you at some point during Planapalooza week!
-Celebrate National Public Works Week at these community events!
Monday, May 16th: Touch-a-Truck, 10am-12pm at Whiton Branch Library – 100 North Main St. Get an up-close look at vehicles like a loader and 10-wheeler from the Town of Manchester’s Public Works Department! Rain date May 17th.
Wed. May 18th: Touch-a-Truck, Games and Give-aways! 9am-12pm at Public Works, 321 Olcott St.
Each booth will include activities regarding each division within Manchester Public Works Department.
Find us on Facebook!
https://www.facebook.com/Manchester-Public-Works-Department-105283352016830/
-Community Clean Up and Shred Event May 21
With the great success of the Community Clean up and Shred event that took place last November, The Public Works – Sanitation Department is excited to host another Community Clean Up and Shred event at the Transfer Station.
This event provides the residents of Manchester an opportunity to clean out their unwanted household goods at no cost.
The Community Clean Up and Shred event will take place at the Public Works Transfer Station, 311 Olcott St., on Saturday, May 21, 2022. The clean-up event hours will be 7:30 – 3:00 PM. The shred event hours will be 9:00 – 12:00PM (or until full).
This event is for Manchester residents only and a valid Manchester identification is required to participate in the event.
Due to the expected turnout and the limited space in the transfer station, the use of box trucks of any size will not be permitted. Residents can still rent a van or pick-up truck from the rental locations. The use of any commercially branded or style vehicle or trailer will not be permitted for this event and will not be able to participate in the event. For complete details on this event, please visit:
https://ecode360.com/documents/MA2034/public/654149427.pdf
-The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on May 18, 2022 at 7:00 p.m., both virtually and in person in the Lincoln Center Hearing Room, 494 Main Street, Manchester, Connecticut.
Public hearing notices, agendas, meeting packets, actions and minutes can be found at: http://planning1.townofmanchester.org/index.cfm/boards-and-commissions/zoning-board-of-appeals/
To request Zoom login information to attend virtually, fill out the form at https://manct.us/7
For more information, contact the Planning Department: 860-647-3044 or pzccomments@manchesterct.gov
-Manchester Trade Fair May 31, 2022
Ever wonder how to break into a trade? Find out by attending the 1st Annual Trade/Construction Career Fair at Manchester High School from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM!
Registered Apprenticeship Programs & Unionized Trade Readiness Programs exist! Industry experts will be in attendance to explain numerous employment/apprenticeship opportunities that are available as a result of the Bowers Elementary School Construction Project Labor Agreement.
Manchester High School Cafeteria; Please use the MHS Brookfield Street parking lot/entrance. View details here:
https://ecode360.com/documents/MA2034/public/659304315.pdf
-Charter Revision Commission
Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Meeting at 7:00 PM on Monday, May 23rd.
The meeting will be held in the Town Hall, Manchester Room, along with a Zoom Conference Option. More information can be found on the Town’s Charter Revision Commission webpage http://bod.townofmanchester.org/index.cfm/charter-revision-commission/
-Veteran’s Advisory Committee
The Town of Manchester Veteran’s Advisory Committee meets monthly to discuss issues of related to veterans and their families. The meetings are open to the public and we encourage participation.
Meeting schedule: 3rd Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m.
at Manchester Senior Center cafeteria, 549 Middle Turnpike East, Manchester CT.
Minutes and agendas can be found here: http://bod.townofmanchester.org/index.cfm/boards-and-commissions/veteran-s-advisory-committee/
Questions can be directed to: Joel Cox, Director of Human Services, 860-647-3091 or jcox@manchesterct.gov
-Sustainability Commission
The next meeting is scheduled for May 18th, 2022, held via Zoom at 6:30pm. Contact Courtney Lindberg at clindberg@manchesterct.gov for information on joining the zoom meeting.
-NAMI In Their Own Voice
Manchester Public Library Monday May 23rd, 2022 at 6:30PM.
In honor of National Mental Health Awareness Month, join members of NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Health) as they recount their personal experiences of living with mental health conditions. Their open and honest stories allow for a deeper understanding of mental health conditions and dispel stereotypes and misconceptions. You will hear what happened to them, how they got into recovery, and how they are doing now. No registration required for this free event for adults.
http://library.townofmanchester.org
-Children’s Programs at the Library
Sing Me a Fairy Tale: What Really Happened to the Three Little Pigs – Wednesday, May 18th, 6:30pm at Whiton Branch Library.
Preschool Play Dough Party Tuesday, May 24th, 10:30-11:15am at Mary Cheney Library – 586 Main St.
For more information call the Children’s Room at 860-645-0577.
http://library.townofmanchester.org
-Lunchtime Lecture: Over The River And Through The Woods
Wed, May 18th at Noon, Cheney Hall, 177 Hartford Rd. Manchester
Over the River and Through the Woods is a warm-hearted, boisterously funny, and touching story about intergenerational relationships, deep familial love, and the inevitable little heartbreaks that occur as time passes and children grow. Joe DiPietro’s intimate family comedy featuring a mature cast is a beloved staple of theaters across the United States. In accordance with the new CDC guidelines, masks are no longer required (but strongly recommended) for all patrons. Individuals should wear a mask based on their personal preferences and risk level.
Visit https://www.cheneyhall.org/covid-19 for the latest information on Covid Protocols.
Free and open to the public and no reservations required, Lunchtime Lectures offer an opportunity to learn about LTM’s productions, providing insights into the creative process, background information about the play, its production history and the playwright, and much more about theatre and the arts. So grab those lunch bags, and join the discussion in an informal lecture-style with an opportunity to ask questions after the chat.
-Make A Powerful Impact! Blood donations are critically important this spring. Give by May 19 & get a $10 e-gift card + a chance to win a travel trailer camper, powered by Suburban Propane. Upcoming Manchester blood drives include:
May 27 from 11:00am -4:00pm at Buckland Hills Mall, 194 Buckland Hills Dr.
May 31 from 7:30am -1:00pm at Manchester Memorial Hospital, 71 Haynes Street.
June 2 from 1:30pm-6:30pm at North United Methodist Church, 300 Parker Street.
For more info and to schedule your appointment, call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit us online to find drives in nearby towns:
http://www.redcrossblood.org
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