The Extreme Hot Weather Protocol will be activated at 11AM on Tuesday, July 14, and remain in effect through 5:00 PM on Thursday, July 16, this week. During this period, temperatures are expected to reach into the mid-to-high 90s, with the heat index surpassing 100 degrees at times.
Due to staffing shortages in the Building Inspection Division, permit processing and inspection scheduling may be delayed. To monitor your permit status, visit the Online Permit Portal or call 860-647-3052. We appreciate your patience and apologize for any inconvenience.
The Town of Manchester mailed the tax bills for the October 1, 2025 Grand List on June 22, 2026. The first installment of taxes on the Grand List of October 1, 2025 are due and payable on July 1, 2026. Failure to pay any tax that is due by August 3, 2026 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, 2026.
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.