Manchester Community YYC

Seniors can join us for some drop-in games on Tuesday April 7 in the Manchester Community Space, during our monthly Calgary Housing/Community Social Work Coffee Connect office hour at 2-3pm.

Looking to sport a new hairdo? Well Delmar College is coming back to Manchester on April 27, to offer FREE haircuts! We have four time slots available (please give yourself some extra time as haircuts are done by students). Book your appointment today!

It may not feel like garden season with all this snow, but spring is just around the corner! 🌱

Join us for a FREE, fun, and interactive workshop designed to get you excited for growing season. You’ll create your own little plant to take home and watch it grow.

Registration required.

Arusha, one of our Manchester community partner organizations, will be hosting an Earth Hour event on March 28 at the Central Library. Join them as they host a fun event starting at 6pm.

✨ We have TWO upcoming Manchester community events on the way! Join us at the Seed Starting event March 24 or the Movie Night on March 30. Both events are free. Details below 👇

Did you know?

The Community Social Work program offers Neighbourhood Grants of up to $1,000 to support community‑led neighbourhood projects where we are located.

We’re hosting a Neighbourhood Grant Information Night for our Indigenous community members and neighbours who want to learn more, ask questions, or explore ideas.

Register to join us at the Sunalta Community Association on March 19 at 5:30pm. Dinner & Childminding provided.

Join Calgary Housing for a conversation and discussion around Senior Housing needs on Thursday March 12 at 1pm, in the Manchester Community Space (5757 2nd St SW).

Nothing says spring like spring cleaning and what can help you declutter? A Community Yard Sale! Pending on interest we will host an event in May. If you are interested in having a table, please email Natalie at [email protected].

Household Lending Library is back! Save money and share resources! Borrow useful household items from your community instead of buying things you only need once. It’s free, easy, and helps neighbours support each other.

Join us on March 11 to learn more and to sign-up using Calgary Dollars. There will be light snacks and refreshments in the Manchester Tower lobby - Enter through the Fresh Routes Market from 6-7:30pm 💛

Join us for a Family Friendly movie night next week on March 6, hosted by Ladies in the Family Foundation. Popcorn, hotdogs and candy provided.

Check out some Manchester community resources and events happening this month and in March. From Baby Language groups, to tax support, sewing and an Art Workshop with the Ladies in the Family Foundation (LIFF).

Sharing some great opportunities happening outside of Manchester—open to anyone who may be interested.