Winter - Spring Events 2012
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Open Houses - 2nd Sunday 1-4 pm, Orchard Lake Museum, 3951 Orchard Lake Rd.
March 11 - Scottish & West Bloomfield Heritage
April 8 - Closed for Easter
Underground Railroad - Wednesday, February 29, 7-9 p.m.
West Bloomfield Main Library Meeting Room, 4600 Walnut Lake Road
Metro-Detroiters will share their knowledge of local history about the Underground Railroad: Bruce McIntrye on his Orchard Lake house; Hildy Corbett on the Macomb County entry point Beacon Tree in Shelby Township; Susie DiPace on the Washington Township underground stop at the1860 Andrus Octagon House. No charge.
Drop Spindle 101 - Saturday, March 10, 10:30 a.m-noon
Schulak Farm, 6889 West Maple Road
Participants will prepare sheep’s wool and turn it into yarn using a low-whorl drop spindle. Along the way, you will hear history and trivia involving this ancient craft. For ages 12 and older. Class limited to 8 participants. Instructor: DuAnne Sonneville Reservations by Monday, March 5 to Carole, 313.929.3543.$5, free to GWBHS & Time Travelers members.
Fire House History - Wednesday, March 28, 7-8:30 p.m
Orchard Lake Museum, 3951 Orchard Lake Road
Please join us for a look back at our early fire department.Retired Fire Chief Dan Miller will share memorable stories and history of how the Tri-City Fire Department was founded and grew. $5, free to GWBHS & Time Travelers members.
Friends of Apple Island Spring Forum: Chief PontiacTuesday, - April 18, 7-9 p.m.
Orchard Lake Community Church Presbyterian, 5171 Commerce Road
Presented by archaeologist Dr. David Brose.
Apple Island: Update on the status of this National Historic Place nomination.
Chief Pontiac: This controversial Ottawa leader challenged British rule in the Midwest 250 years ago. He led a rebellion that failed to oust the British from Fort Detroit in 1763. Legend has it he was buried on Apple Island after assassination in 1769. Who was he? Why the controversy? $5, free to GWBHS & Time Travelers members.
Spring Wild Flower Walk - Sunday, April 22, 2-3 p.m. Orchard Lake Nature Sanctuary, Pontiac Trail west of Old Orchard Trail
Join Naturalist Carol Fink for a guided tour. Walk through rolling terrain and explore the breathtaking spring flowers. No charge.
Events co-sponsored with West Bloomfield Library, West Bloomfield Parks & Recreation, and Orchard Lake Nature Sanctuary