Tag: Holidays

  • Presidents’ Day

    NORTHVILLIANS, Presidents’ Day 2023 – Last week we had 60-degree days almost setting records, and very soon, we’ll probably have snow again.  You know winter is starting to wind down when we make it to Presidents’ Day. This year, that will be Monday, February 20.  Over the years, we’ve had presidents, governors and many other dignitaries visit Northville around Presidents’ Day and…

  • Valentine’s Day

    NORTHVILLIANS, Valentine’s Day 2023 – It’s that time of the year again, when we slow down and give a Valentine’s Day gift to a spouse, friend, family member, a loved one or even a neighbor. Take a moment to reach out to those you know who would appreciate some Valentine’s Day cheer and let them realize how…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • Christmas

    NORTHVILLIANS, Today, I’m writing briefly about past holiday traditions. My grandparents told stories about Henry Ford (who spent his honeymoon here) and hosted Christmas square dances in the Ville. When in-town electricity hit its stride, Mr. Ford and others supported lighting up the whole town with colorful seasonal lights. Additionally, there were stories of all the…

  • Thanksgiving

    NORTHVILLIANS, It was great to see many of you at the Lighted Parade last weekend, welcoming Santa to town as he rode in on a Fire Truck with the children of the community. In Town Square, we presented him with a proclamation and the keys to the city. The Northville parade was outstanding with 37…