Tag: Holidays

  • Patriot Day

    NORTHVILLIANS, Last week, we spoke about Labor Day and the dedicated contributions of American workers. This week, we turn our attention to Patriot Day, where we remember those affected by the 9/11 tragedy. Northville has always been a patriotic town, and we will explore some of the patriotic activities that have occurred in our city through time. Regarding 9/11,…

  • Labor Day

    NORTHVILLIANS, In today’s update, I will wind down our summer series on Rivers, Swimming Holes, Parks, and Schools to transition to the coming of FALL, with stories about local Labor Day activities. We’ll look back to see how Northvillians have paid tribute to the achievements of American workers on Labor Day.  AND, how Northvillians have spent this holiday…

  • July 4th

    NORTHVILLIANS, Happy Fourth of July Weekend – we are now in full summer! As we get ready for the holiday festivities, I thought it would be interesting to look back at yesteryear’s Fourth of July celebrations in town. We’ll also look at Patriotism as we talk about our 4th of July parades and memories past. Let’s look at Fourth of July Activities through the Years… Independence Day is…

  • Mother’s Day

    NORTHVILLIANS, You know it’s truly Springtime when Derby Day hits Northville Downs and Mother’s Day follows shortly after. Over the past few weeks, we have celebrated the advent of Spring with Arbor Day and Earth Day activities, along with having our Farmers’ Market OPENING DAY. Later this month (5/27-28), the Chamber will be hosting our…

  • Easter

    NORTHVILLIANS, Easter week is upon us …To some, this is an extremely spiritual time of the year (Holy Week), and to others with young children, it’s all about the Easter Bunny and Easter egg hunts. We will take a look at both, and also see how others around the world celebrate.  Additionally, you may have seen this week, the…

  • St. Patrick’s Day

    NORTHVILLIANS, Happy St. Patrick’s Day! For this one special day, let’s all agree whether SPARTY, WOLVERINE or other, let’s “GO GREEN.” St. Patrick’s Day Info: St. Patrick’s Day Activities in the Ville… See historic Northville Record articles on St. Paddy’s Days around Northville… 1890’s 1912-1914 1920’s 1948 2001 “May your blessings outnumber the Shamrocks that grow&…