Community Corner
Get Out: Remembering 9/11 in the Community
There's something for everyone in and around West Bloomfield this weekend, including 9/11 remembrance events.
It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the extended weekend. West Bloomfield Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time. Check our picks for the activities to hit and events to attend in the area.
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When: Saturday at 10 a.m.
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Why go: I must admit the beauty, size and uniqueness of dahlias has always made them one of my favorite flowers. Dahlias date back to 1615 where they were first discovered in Mexico. Today Orchard Mall will be filled with hundreds of dahlias in every size, color, and variety for the Southeastern Michigan Dahlia Societies' 59th annual juried show. You will have a chance to see these beauties in a wide assortment of arrangements and displays. If you are interested in growing them in your own garden, experts will be on hand to answer your questions.
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When: Saturday at 6:30 p.m.
Why go: Tonight is the opening night of this new photography exhibit that commemorates Holocaust survivors. Through personal tragedy the Sylvan Lake photographer, Monni Must, set out on a journey to photograph, interview, and learn from the Holocaust survivors. The exhibit comes from her second book Living Witnesses 2 which features over 300 survivors of the world. A glance at the photos show survivors living life now, while objects and scenes make you remember a time in history that should never be forgotten.
Why go: The Greater West Bloomfield Historical Society is hosting a special family day today with educational fun events. There are activities for both adults and children including digging for buried artifacts, running a three-legged race, talking with reenactors from the past, learning about how chores were done in the past, trying drop spinning, or creating an arts and crafts project.
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When: Sunday at 2 p.m.
Why go: If you can remember back 10 years, you will recall how Americans came together after the 9/11 terrorists attacks. On the 10th anniversary of this tragedy this patriotic event should bring the citizens of our community together again. There will be a dedication ceremony of the steel artifact from the World Trade Center. The Fire Honor Guard and Elected officials will also be there to remember, recognize and honor. Lest we never forget another important part of history.
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Where:
When: Sunday at 9 p.m.
Why go: This 3K/5K community walk is to support the Auxiliary for Jewish Senior Life, which supports programs and services for older adults. Registration will begin at 9 a.m. Warm-up and the program will start at 9:30 a.m. and the walk will begin at 10 a.m. Afterwards there will be a petting zoo, face painting, carnival games, prizes and more.
