A is the first letter of the Alphabet in many of the known languages of the earth. It is naturally the first letter, because it represents the first vocal sound naturally formed by the human organs; being the sound uttered with a mere opening of the mouth without constraint, and without any effort to alter the natural position or configuration of the … [Read more...]
Archives for April 2011
Rotary Raises Over $4,000 to Support Literacy Initiatives
DEARBORN, Michigan – More than 120 people who attended a free breakfast fundraiser, hosted by the Rotary Club of Dearborn, opened up their wallets and purses to help Pro-Literacy Detroit, Michigan’s largest literacy agency which provides services to adult learners. More than $4,000 was raised following the breakfast program which included remarks by … [Read more...]
Terry Jones News Coverage Cancelled
DEARBORN, Michigan - The Dearborn Free Press has made a decision to cancel news coverage about the controversial Pastor Terry Jones until further notice. This was a hard decision, since yesterday we experienced the highest web-traffic in the history of our publication. So, while other media outlets, TV stations, and news organizations are ramping up for … [Read more...]
Dearborn Heights Montessori Begins Summer Camp Enrollment
DEARBORN HEIGHTS, Mich. - Dearborn Heights Montessori Center (DHMC) is now accepting applications for its summer camp program. DHMC offers nine weeks of educational and culturally-rich programs beginning June 20 through August 19, 2011, on its campus located at 466 N. John Daly in Dearborn Heights. Half and full day programs are available for … [Read more...]
OOTD Cancels Protest – Condemns Jones and Mohammed
DEARBORN, Michigan - Representatives of the Michigan fraternity - Order of the Dragon (OOTD) - met with the Dearborn mayor and a small group of Dearborn area religious leaders on Saturday morning (April 16) to discuss Sharia law, "soft jihad", and mis-perceptions of the Dearborn community. After the meeting, Mr. Frank Fiorello, President of OOTD, indicated … [Read more...]
Mutt Strut Goes Green This Year
DEARBORN, Mich. — Friends For the Dearborn Animal Shelter (Friends) today announced its sixth annual Mutt Strut and Pet Expo will take place, rain or shine, on Saturday, May 14 and Sunday, May 15. The event is staged in downtown West Dearborn and is sponsored by Dearborn Family Pet Care. Carrying forward with the Friends theme this year to focus on … [Read more...]
Jetty Rae and William Reynolds at 4thFridays April 22
DEARBORN, Michigan - This Friday, April 22nd, is not only Good Friday, but is also bound to be a tremendous Friday night experience. The music and community at the Ford Community and Performing Arts Center (in Studio A) will be beautiful, genuine and harmonious. Local artist Jetty Rae will be sharing her heart through mellow notes and songs that tell … [Read more...]
Interfaith Prayer Vigil Set for April 21st
DEARBORN, Michigan - The Interfaith Leadership Council of Metropolitan Detroit will convene an interfaith prayer vigil and silent procession at the Islamic Center of America at 4 p.m. Thursday, April 21, to "affirm our commitment as a community to unity, harmony and civil discourse." The April 21 ceremony was planned after a Michigan-based fraternal … [Read more...]
Oakwood Common Partners With Adult Community Ed
DEARBORN, Mich. - Beginning this spring, Oakwood Common will host daytime classes for mosaics, stained glass and watercolor acrylic painting. The classes are offered through Dearborn Public School’s Adult and Community Education program and are open to the community as well as Oakwood Common residents. The daytime enrichment classes are part of a renewed … [Read more...]
Chamber Honors Oakwood Midwest Medical Center
DEARBORN, Michigan - The Dearborn Chamber of Commerce offers effective networking, business appreciation and a high profile expo at its Business Recognition Award Luncheon & Expo, April 29, 2011. Presenting sponsor is Ford Land and the event location is The Henry (formerly the Ritz Carlton), Dearborn, from 10:00 am-2:00 pm. This year, the Chamber will … [Read more...]