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
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
Sixth Annual Summer Event: Summer Solstice Festival & Wianki – 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
Third Annual Easter Basket Social – 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
Fifth Annual Summer Event: First Annual Polish Park Picnic Party – 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
Fifth Annual All Saints’/All Souls’ Pilgrimage, Prayer Service & Wypominki – 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
Fifth Annual Pilgrimage & Swieconka – 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
First Annual Easter Basket Social – March 10, 2012
Society holds Polish Easter Basket Social & Luncheon Fundraiser Saturday, March 10, 2012 By Laurie A. Gomulka Of all our beautiful Polish customs and traditions, the ones surrounding Easter seem to hold the most meaning and to stand out most … [Read more...] about First Annual Easter Basket Social – March 10, 2012
Fourth Annual All Saints’/All Souls’ Pilgrimage, Prayer Service & Wypominki – October 29, 2011
WSDPAHS HOLDS FOURTH ANNUAL ALL SAINTS' AND ALL SOULS' DAY PILGRIMAGE, PRAYER SERVICE & WYPOMINKI (NAMING) - MT. CARMEL CEMETERY, WYANDOTTE, MICHIGAN SATURDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2011 Story and Photos by Laurie A. Gomulka The Society has been … [Read more...] about Fourth Annual All Saints’/All Souls’ Pilgrimage, Prayer Service & Wypominki – October 29, 2011
Third Summer Social Event: ’60s Polish Wedding Party – June 25, 2011
WSDPAHS's Third Annual Summer Social Event: '60s Polish Wedding Party Jeszcze Raz (“One More Time”)! Saturday Evening, June 25, 2011 American Legion Carl E. Stitt Post 232 - Dearborn Heights, MI Was a Smashing Success By Laurie A. … [Read more...] about Third Summer Social Event: ’60s Polish Wedding Party – June 25, 2011