The Manchester Police Department is issuing an Snow Emergency Parking Ban in advance of a significant winter storm forecasted for this weekend and into early next week.The parking ban will take effect at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 22, and will remain in effect until 6:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 24.
Trash and recycling curbside collection will not occur on Monday, 2/23. The normal collection schedule will be pushed back 1 day all week. Residents should keep their trash and recycling bins away from the streets and sidewalks until after snow cleanup has been completed.
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.