September-October Newsletter
"The Roaring 20's"
The Roaring 20's will be the theme of the 18th annual History Fair on Saturday,
September 20 from 10 AM to 4 PM at the Grand Pacific House Museum in downtown
New Baltimore.
Included will be historical displays and exhibits, an historic pub crawl at 2 PM, the
return of the Veteran's Wall, storytelling with Miss Beth, a baking contest, bake sale,
refreshments and the always popular return of the "Speakeasy." Live entertainment
will feature the New Baltimore Interfaith Choir, Banjo Dan and Tony Accordian and
Tom Smith on saxophone.
New this year is a "Lock-up" at the old city jail (behind the Museum). Magician
Roland James with his amazing Birds of Paradise will perform at 11 AM. The always
popular antique/crafts and community yard sale will be located on the sidewalks on
Washington Street. Spaces can be rented for $10. For vendor information, call (586)
725-9319. More details and the application form are available on the Society's
website. Information will also be in The Voice.
Other Special Events
Other special events include the annual cemetery walk through New Haven
Centennial Cemetery on September 28. We will meet at the New Haven Train Depot
on Victoria Street near Main St. and the railroad tracks at 1 PM. From there, we will
proceed to the cemetery on an "old-fashioned" hayride to the cemetery. After the
walk, the restored train depot will be open for refreshments and tours.
Also, the Holiday Warm-up and Candlelight "Ghost" Tour of downtown New
Baltimore will be held on November 21 at 7 PM at the Museum.
The Christmas Open House will be December 6.
Fall also means the resumption of the Society's monthly programs beginning in
September. Open to the public, the programs take place the third Thursday of the
month at 7 PM at the First Congregational Church Youth Building at 36223 Alfred
Street.
The Society will also represent New Baltimore at the Bath City Festival in Mt.
Clemens, for which volunteers are needed.
We will be a sponsor for the New Baltimore Lion's Club Car Show in September.
In October, we will participate in Make a Difference Day.
News briefs
Welcome new members:
Joe and Shirley Morobito of Warren
David and Rebecca Richmond of Macomb
Michael White, Ricky Tepatti, and Mary Kennedy, all of New Baltimore
The Society continues to open the Grand Pacific House Museum on Wednesdays and
Saturdays from 12-2 PM. Stop by and welcome downtown's newest business Calling
House Antiques which recently opened its doors in the Grand Pacific House.
Ride the Wave, a newly formed committee has been hosting many activities in the
city park. Also new this year, a farmer's market every Sunday from 8 AM until 1 PM
featuring local produce and other interesting booths. This is located on Washington
between the police department and the Rec Center.
Bath City Festival will be held in downtown Mt. Clemens on August 22-24. Historical
Societies will be located in the Historic Tent. Hours for the tent will be from 10 AM to
8 PM. Volunteers are needed to occupy our table representing our Society. Available
will be flyers, coffee mugs, t-shirts, and other memorabilia. Please contact a board
member if you can help for a couple of hours.
The Chesterfield Historical Society is having an Open House at their Historical Village
on Sugarbush Road next to the Township Offices. Date is September 13 from 10:30
AM to 3:30 PM. Games and activities for children, music, crafts, classic and antique
cars plus food will be available.
The Anchor Bay Community Foundation is planning a pig roast for Saturday,
September 27 from 3-9 PM at the F.O.P. on 24 Mile near Baker Road. Live
entertainment for adults and children. The pig roast and hot dogs will be served from
4-6 PM. Tickets are $25 for adults; $5 for children aged 6-12. Reservations only at
(586) 421-4694. Bring a lawn chair.
The Washington Historical Museum is located at 58230 Van Dyke in Washington. It is
open from June-November on the 2nd and 4th Sundays from 1 to 4 PM. The museum
is located in the old Washington High School. It consists of two floors of many
interesting exhibits. Admission is free.
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