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.
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Barbershop and Irish Music Celebrate Together on Stage
The Silk City Chorus, part of the Manchester CT Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society, is proud to announce our 2025 Annual Show. Titled “A PINT O BARBERSHOP”, the show will once again be staged at Manchester High School's Bailey Auditorium. Join us as we celebrate the joys of Barbershop Harmony and the rich traditions of Celtic Music.
The chorus will share the stage with THE JOLLY BEGGARS, a unique band who will bring us the spirit of Irish Music. Also performing is our fellow chorus of mixed voices, MOSAIC. Two world class guest groups will also join us. Most exciting is FIRST TAKE , the current silver medalists of the Barbershop Harmony Society. Directly from Dublin, Ireland we are hosting LADY BARBALADE, a 2024 semi-finalist quartet who will fill our hearts with the spirit of Ireland. DESTINATION, the 2023 champions of the Northeast District of the Barbershop Harmony Society will also appear.
There are two shows on Saturday January 18 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 ($18.00, 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.