Excessive high temperatures are predicted Tuesday, 7/15 through Friday, 7/18, this week. In addition to 90+ degree temperatures, very humid conditions may push the heat index up to at least 100 degrees each day. Residents are advised to please take proper precautions. If you are at risk from the heat, call 860-645-5500 for assistance.
Failure to pay any tax that is due by August 1, 2025 will cause the tax to become delinquent and subject to interest at the rate of 1.5% per month, back to the original due date of July 1, 2025. The Town of Manchester mailed the tax bills for the October 1, 2024 Grand List on June 20, 2025.
Landfill and Transfer Station Hours will change on July 1st 2025. Please visit the Sanitation page for more information on these changes.
Artificial Intelligence Comes to Barbershop Music on January 20, 2024
The Silk City Chorus, part of the Manchester CT Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society, is proud to announce our Annual Show. Titled BARBER-FICIAL INTELLIGENCE, the show this year will return to Bailey Auditorium at Manchester High School. Join us as we introduce a master of artificial intelligence to the magic of four part harmony.
The chorus will share the stage with “Barbie” a unique digital database seeking to learn all there is to know about four part harmony. Also performing is our fellow chorus of mixed voices, MOSAIC. Several world class guest groups will also join us. Most exciting is MIDTOWN, the current gold medal champions of the Barbershop Harmony Society. DESTINATION, the current champions of the Northeast District of the Barbershop Harmony Society will also appear. Finally, a special magical act ALEXANDER THE OK, will add to the fun.
There are two shows on Saturday January 20 at 1.30 PM and 7.30 PM. Unreserved general admission is $25.00. Reserved seating close to the stage is $35.00. Secondary Reserved Seating is $30.00 Manchester High School is located at 134 Middle Turnpike East, Manchester, CT, 06040.
Afterglow to follow ($19.00, must be purchased in advance) at Urban Lodge Brewing, 47 Purnell Place, Manchester, CT, 06040.
For tickets, go to www.manchesterchorus.com/annualshow or call 860-310-4900.