Rochester Hills Public Library (RHPL) is honored to participate in September 11, 2001: The Day That Changed the World, a downloadable educational exhibition that presents the history of 9/11, its origins, and its ongoing implications through the personal stories of those who witnessed and survived the attacks. This 9/11 Memorial & Museum curated exhibition reflects the core pillars of commemoration, education, and inspiration as we prepare to observe the 20th anniversary of … [Read more...]
Community Gathers to Honor 9/11 Victims and Heroes
Rochester Hills Marks the 17th Anniversary of September 11 Local residents, public officials, city employees, and first responders came together at the Rochester Hills Fire Station One for the City’s Annual September 11 Remembrance Ceremony. The ceremony honors emergency service personnel and the victims who lost their lives during the events of 9/11. The ceremony included Posting of Colors, the playing of TAPS, and the ceremonial bell ringing. There were also presentations from City … [Read more...]
Oakland Circuit Judge Workshops ‘Patriot Week’
Oakland Circuit Judge Michael Warren Presents to K-12 Educators at Professional Development Workshop Oakland County Circuit Court Judge Michael Warren recently presented to Kindergarten through 12th grade educators at Clarenceville High School in Livonia. Convened by Learning to Give, Judge Warren and three panelists from other non-profits presented different approaches that citizens can take to be more involved with the non-profit community. Judge Warren explained steps that teachers and their … [Read more...]
Michigan Patriot Week passes in the Senate and House; Oakland and Macomb counties
It was announced today via press release that the State Senate joined the State House’s action from early this month and designated September 11-17, 2011 as Michigan Patriot Week. Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker and South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley also designated Patriot Week in their respective states. Likewise, the County Commissions of Oakland and Macomb Counties also recently proclaimed the week. Patriot Week was co-created by Oakland County Circuit Judge Michael Warren and his now … [Read more...]