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  • Groundhog Day

    NORTHVILLIANS, As you all know, February 2nd is Groundhog Day. It’s an observance but not a public holiday in the United States. Groundhogs in the area, including Woody at the Howell Nature Center, have historically been monitored during a ceremonial event that informs us if we’ll have an early end to winter.  The well-known Punxsutawney Phil in…

  • Black History Month

    NORTHVILLIANS, Over the last two weeks, our theme has centered around equality and freedom, touching on MLK Day and the Underground Railroad. This week, in preparation for Black History Month celebrations in our community, I will highlight some historic Northville events surrounding this month-long commemoration.    Black History Month was created to focus attention on…

  • Underground Railroad

    NORTHVILLIANS, Last week we spoke of MLK Day. We recognized Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the impact he had on America and our lives. This week, we will go back in time and talk about Northville’s part in the Underground Railroad, a true path to freedom that ran through our community. As you may…

  • MLK Day

    NORTHVILLIANS, MLK Day 2023 is quickly approaching. Accordingly, this week I wanted to honor this extremely important individual in our American landscape, Doctor Martin Luther King Jr., who truly had an impact on all of our lives. I feel encouraged by all the engagement from our community citizens, which we celebrated in last week’s note, Dreams, as…

  • 2022 in Review

    NORTHVILLIANS, Welcome to 2023 … It’s going to be a great year for the Ville! This week I wanted to slow down and talk about 2022 and the initiatives we’ve been involved with as Northvillians. As always, I encourage you to share your time & talents on Northville Community projects for the benefit of all…

  • New Year’s

    NORTHVILLIANS, Happy Pre-New Year! As we ready for 2023, I wish you all THE BEST in what the New Year will bring. I encourage you to continue to share your time & talents with those in need in our community. In this week’s letter, I’ll highlight some of the New Year’s activities from yesteryear. These bring to…