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May Crowning Event – May 3, 2015

Posted on 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

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Eighth Annual Pilgrimage & Swieconka – April 11, 2015

Posted on 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

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Fourth Annual Easter Basket Social – March 8, 2015

Posted on 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

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Ninth Annual Opłatek – December 28, 2014

Posted on 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

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WSDPAHS Member Anthony (“Tony”) Pakula: A Man Of Many Talents

Posted on September 26, 2014

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

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Sixth Annual Summer Event: Summer Solstice Festival & Wianki – June 21, 2014

Posted on June 21, 2014

SUMMER SOLSTICE FESTIVAL & WIANKI ON JUNE 21 WEST SIDE DETROIT POLISH AMERICAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY CELEBRATED THE LONGEST DAY OF THE YEAR WITH ITS SUMMER SOLSTICE FESTIVAL & WIANKI ON JUNE 21! By Laurie A. Gomulka Photos by Laurie … [Read more...] about Sixth Annual Summer Event: Summer Solstice Festival & Wianki – June 21, 2014

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Third Annual Easter Basket Social – March 29, 2014

Posted on March 29, 2014

WSDPAHS's THIRD ANNUAL EASTER BASKET SOCIAL, LUNCHEON, & PISANKI WORKSHOP ON SATURDAY, MARCH 29, WAS A HUGE SUCCESS! By Laurie A. Gomulka The folks at the American Polish Cultural Center in Troy never disappoint, and this luncheon was no … [Read more...] about Third Annual Easter Basket Social – March 29, 2014

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Fifth Annual Summer Event: First Annual Polish Park Picnic Party – July 27, 2013

Posted on July 27, 2013

A Midsummer Night's Polka Party By Laurie A. Gomulka As summer draws slowly to an end, the West Side Detroit Polish American Historical Society reflects with fond memories on the event that will live on in many hearts for years to come: its … [Read more...] about Fifth Annual Summer Event: First Annual Polish Park Picnic Party – July 27, 2013

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Fifth Annual All Saints’/All Souls’ Pilgrimage, Prayer Service & Wypominki – November 3, 2012

Posted on November 3, 2012

Fifth Annual All Saints'-All Souls' Pilgrimage, Prayer Service & Wypominki (Remembering) Saturday, November 3, 2012 – Holy Cross Cemetery, Detroit We were once again blessed with clear, sunshiny skies and a crisp autumn day for this annual … [Read more...] about Fifth Annual All Saints’/All Souls’ Pilgrimage, Prayer Service & Wypominki – November 3, 2012

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Fifth Annual Pilgrimage & Swieconka – April 14, 2012

Posted on April 14, 2012

Saturday, April 14, 2012 By Laurie A. Gomulka Although the crowd in attendance was smaller than in years' past, many felt that this was the Society's best pilgrimage yet! Approximately 40 pilgrims began the journey at noon at The Church of the Divine … [Read more...] about Fifth Annual Pilgrimage & Swieconka – April 14, 2012

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