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Tag Archives: history

New Interactive Map Shows Underground Railroad Locations Across Michigan

Farmington/Farmington Hills, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMarch 14, 2023

“It underscores the power of place, connecting people to the outdoors, neighborhoods, structures and history, and encouraging stewardship and care of important historic sites.”

OC Restaurant Quest: Wagon Wheel Lounge in Northville

Northville, Novi, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 19, 2022

Oakland County Times is on a QUEST to enjoy every local restaurant in Oakland County. 

Holly Union Train Depot to Move Come Spring, Fundraising Needed for Next Steps

Fenton, Groveland Twp., Holly, Rose Township, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 7, 2022

Those interested in making a donation or collaborating on fundraising efforts can reach out to Klempp at nklempp@hollyvillage.org.

Oct 20 – Royal Oak Historical Society Annual Dinner

Events, Events, Royal Oak, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherOctober 11, 2022

Join us for the annual dinner!

Memorial Day Memories: Pre-Pandemic Parade Pictures

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, WixomBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 27, 2022

We look back at Memorial Day parades through the years leading up to the pandemic.

Online Group Shares Memories of Frank’s Nursery and Crafts

All Stories, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 23, 2021

In the final decades of the 20th Century, Frank’s Nursery & Crafts stores dotted the Midwest, offering an eclectic, creative space, as their motto said, “where beautiful things begin.”

Memorial Celebrates Holly’s Women, Past and Present

All Stories, Explore!, Groveland Twp., Highland Twp., Holly, Rose Township, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherSeptember 19, 2021

A new memorial at the Village of Holly’s Waterworks Park honors 100 women – from today’s hardworking heroes back though the community’s history.

Exiled to Motown Exhibit Runs Through Oct. 3

All Stories, FerndaleBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherSeptember 1, 2021

As you walk through our self-guided exhibit of exclusive oral histories, paired with vibrant archival photos, documents, and other glimpses into the past, you’ll have a chance to see the vibrant and storied history of Detroit from a whole new angle.

Two Funding Announcements to Help Historic Preservation in Holly

All Stories, Groveland Twp., Holly, Rose Township, Springfield Twp/DavisburgBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 19, 2021

The Holly community is celebrating not one, but two, grant announcements this week for projects that further historic preservation and the creation of community spaces.

As Dream Cruise Nears, History Center Gives Nod to Woodward Avenue’s Past

All Stories, Berkley, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, FerndaleBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 16, 2021

Here is what Oakland County’s road commissioners wrote in 1926…

Museum on Van Hoosen Farm Reopens with New Roof, New Exhibits

All Stories, Explore!, Rochester/Rochester HillsBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 6, 2021

The Museum is now open to the public Fridays and Saturdays from noon until 3:00 p.m.

Exiled to Motown Exhibit Runs Through Oct. 3

All Stories, Ferndale, Pleasant Ridge, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 1, 2021

You’ll have a chance to see the vibrant and storied history of Detroit from a whole new angle.

Neighbors Share Memories of the Main Art Theatre

All Stories, Berkley, Birmingham, Clawson, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Madison Hts., Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak, Troy, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJune 20, 2021

With the closure of the Main Art Theatre in Downtown Royal Oak, these memories have come back for untold numbers of people who found joy, learning, and love inside this place of stories, sound effects, buttered popcorn and silver screen magic.

New York Bagel Celebrates 100 Years 

All Stories, Bloomfield Area Communities, Ferndale, Pleasant Ridge, Reporter Food, SouthfieldBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 20, 2021

In addition, the company has a wholesale side delivering bagels to coffee shops, offices and restaurants as well as Motor City Casino, among other venues in Detroit and the surrounding area.

Flea Market Saturdays Support Oakland History Center in Pontiac

All Stories, PontiacBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 15, 2021

Several tables are staffed by volunteers selling items that were donated to help fund the museum and maintain the historic property. Vintage items, antique furniture, craft supplies, decorative items through many eras, and even clothing mean for some fun shopping options.

Without Annual Luncheon, Holly Washington Club Seeks Donations

All Stories, HollyBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJanuary 29, 2021

Even though the luncheon is cancelled, the Club will still present the scholarship.

Historic Items and Friendly Faces Fill Homestead Show in Holly, Returning Sept. 7

All Stories, HollyBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherApril 8, 2019

Historic Items and Friendly Faces Fill Homestead Show in Holly, Returning Sept. 7 (Crystal A. Proxmire, April 7, 2019) Holly, MI – Twice a year antique vendors from throughout the Midwest gather in Holly for the Early Homestead Show hosted by Dawn and Dick Rossell of Holly Hills Primitives. The event features over 50 vendors…

Heritage and Community Shared at Troy Historic Village

All Stories, TroyBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherApril 8, 2019

Heritage and Community Shared at Troy Historic Village (Padma Kuppa, April 8, 2019) Check out our “Get Involved Guide” for more stories about local organizations. Thank you to Bosco Lounge for sponsoring this series.  Want to contribute a write up of a group you care about?  Message editor@oc115.com with your idea. Troy, MI – I’m…

Holly Community Rallying to Move Historic Train Depot

All Stories, Holly, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJanuary 31, 2019

Holly Community Rallying to Move Historic Train Depot (Crystal A. Proxmire, Jan. 31, 2019) Holly, MI- “We can only look at our beautiful building from afar,” said Village of Holly Assistant Manager and DDA Director Katy Hughes as she explained the desire behind the community’s effort to move the 1886-built Holly Union Depot to a…

Monetizing Sacred Spaces for Purposes of Preservation

All Stories, Pontiac, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherNovember 11, 2018

  Monetizing Sacred Spaces for Purposes of Preservation (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 11, 2018) Pontiac, MI- In a world where religious engagement is down and many churches face the challenges of aging buildings plus the lure of redevelopment dollars, there is one national organization holding on to hope that sacred spaces can remain active with…

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