Celebrate Manchester’s Cultural Spirit with the Downtown Butterfly Stroll on May 11th

The Town of Manchester, recently recognized as a Cultural District by Connecticut's Office of the Arts, will celebrate this status on May 11th during the 2nd Saturday Downtown 'Open House.' The event will include butterfly hunts, flower collecting, dining, shopping, and live music, suitable for families and friends.

The celebration will also feature the Annual Butterfly Stroll and Floral Bouquet Building, along with other activities like WORK_SPACE events and Sidewalk Chalk Art. These activities are designed to highlight Manchester's creativity and offer fun for all ages. The Market at 11115 Main will present a selection of local goods and crafts.

Local businesses including Silk City Coffee, Perennial, The Little Bird Clay Company, Mulberry Street Pizza, and The Main Course will participate, offering special deals and activities that align with the day's theme.

For convenience, free parking is available in municipal lots East and West of Main Street. For more information, contact Stacey Zackin, the WORK_SPACE Manager, at 860.647.6029 or szackin@manchesterct.gov.

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