Major Frank A. (Balcerkiewicz) Balcer (December 9, 1889 – November 26, 1965) A Born Leader It would almost be easier to say what Major Frank A. Balcer was not than to try and list all the things that he was and what he achieved during his … [Read more...] about Major Frank A. (Balcerkiewicz) Balcer – A Born Leader
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Fifth Annual Easter Basket Social – March 12, 2016
On Saturday, March 12, the Society held its Fifth Annual Easter Basket Social at the American Polish Cultural Center in Troy. It turned out to be a very popular event again this year, with 65 people attending and 55 (including six enthusiastic … [Read more...] about Fifth Annual Easter Basket Social – March 12, 2016
Tenth Annual Opłatek and Grand Gala Heritage Room Exhibit – December 27, 2015
West Side Detroit Polish American Historical Society Holds Tenth Annual Opłatek and Grand Gala Heritage Room Exhibit and Honors Polish Press on Sunday, December 27, 2015: St. Colette Catholic Church, Livonia. For the tenth Christmas season in a … [Read more...] about Tenth Annual Opłatek and Grand Gala Heritage Room Exhibit – December 27, 2015
Eighth Annual All Saints’/All Souls’ Pilgrimage, Prayer Service & Wypominki – October 31, 2015
West Side Detroit Polish American Historical Society Holds Eighth Annual All Saints’/All Souls’ Pilgrimage, Prayer Service & Wypominki (Naming): St. Hedwig Cemetery, Dearborn Hts. on Saturday, October 31, 2015. We gathered once again on … [Read more...] about Eighth Annual All Saints’/All Souls’ Pilgrimage, Prayer Service & Wypominki – October 31, 2015
Seventh Summer Event: Assumption at Holy Cross Cemetery – August 15, 2015
West Side Detroit Polish American Historical Society Celebrates Assumption At Holy Cross Cemetery & Revives An Old Custom Of Blessing Herbs And Other Garden Items On Saturday, August 15, 2015. It was a very hot summer day, but the sun was … [Read more...] about Seventh Summer Event: Assumption at Holy Cross Cemetery – August 15, 2015
May Crowning Event – May 3, 2015
West Side Detroit Polish American Historical Society Holds May Crowning & “Meet The Muralist” Dennis Orlowski Ice Cream Social Reception - Sunday, May 3, 2015 - St. Colette Parish, Livonia. In early February, the West Side Detroit Polish … [Read more...] about May Crowning Event – May 3, 2015
Eighth Annual Pilgrimage & Swieconka – April 11, 2015
West Side Detroit Polish American Historical Society's Eighth Annual Pilgrimage & Swieconka On Saturday, April 11, 2015, Was A Huge Success! The West Side Detroit Polish American Historical Society was once again blessed with a gloriously … [Read more...] about Eighth Annual Pilgrimage & Swieconka – April 11, 2015
Fourth Annual Easter Basket Social – March 8, 2015
Society's Fourth Annual Easter Basket Social & Luncheon Was A Huge Success! This year marked the Society's fourth year holding our Easter Basket Social, luncheon, and pisanki workshop. A hint of spring was in the air as the brutally cold … [Read more...] about Fourth Annual Easter Basket Social – March 8, 2015
Ninth Annual Opłatek – December 28, 2014
Presentation Chapel (formerly Motherhouse), 36800 Schoolcraft Rd. at Levan, Livonia, MI 48152: 2:00 – 5:00 p.m.; Honoring the Felician Sisters on their 140th Anniversary in North America; performance by andkolędy sing-along with Filarets Choirs … [Read more...] about Ninth Annual Opłatek – December 28, 2014
WSDPAHS Member Anthony (“Tony”) Pakula: A Man Of Many Talents
When asked to sum himself up in three words, Tony Pakula responds, “quiet, involved, and social.” To that, one must add, “hard working.” The first thing you learn about Tony Pakula when you begin talking with him is that he began working-and working … [Read more...] about WSDPAHS Member Anthony (“Tony”) Pakula: A Man Of Many Talents