To the delight of the audience on Friday, January 3rd, Mike Evans Banjo sang bluegrass and played three instruments: a traditional banjo with a goat skin head, a steel banjo, and a bouzouki. A bouzouki is a Greek instrument, Mike explains, “which the Irish figured out they could use like a fiddle.” Mike is just ...
Saline lit up the holiday season with enchanting luminaries, stunning downtown lights, and heartfelt resolutions for the new year. Saline Holiday Lights photo by Sue Kelch The lights of the holiday season are a welcome relief from the long, dark, and cold winter nights. Between the luminaries of Christmas Eve on N. Ann Arbor Street ...
Photo: First United Methodist bells photo by Sue Kelch So when the holiday season comes along, what are a few of your favorite things? The snow? Or perhaps it’s the holiday lights that brighten those long, dark nights? Or maybe the welcome winter break or even football bowl games? Or maybe you love the bells. ...
Photo: Mr. and Mrs. Claus at Rentschler Farm. Photo by Sue Kelch On Sunday, December 8th, the Saline Area Historical Society sponsored the annual Christmas at Rentschler Farm. Volunteers showed visitors around and provided historical information. On the first floor, Kordula Sadek, a senior in high school, showed the dining room Christmas decorations and food ...
Photo: Saline Depot 19th Century. Photo courtesy of SAHS The year was 1870. Saline had become an incorporated village just four years earlier. This was the year the first train arrived in Saline, and it was a big deal. Back in the 19th century, trains revolutionized travel and commerce by providing nationwide public transportation, an ...
The Saline Area Chamber of Commerce Holiday Parade brought festive cheer to downtown Saline, Saturday, December 7th, delighting residents and visitors alike with its vibrant floats, holiday music, and community spirit. Santa Claus made his grand entrance to the excitement of the crowd, and the streets sparkled with twinkling lights and holiday decorations. Photos by ...
A Decade-Long Tradition Combines Education, Excitement, and Community Impact Photo: 3rd Graders at Woodland Meadows Receive Dictionaries. Photo by Sue Kelch By Sue Kelch For over a decade now, the Saline Kiwanis Club has been delivering dictionaries to every 3rd grader in Saline. Dubbed “The Dictionary Project,” the Saline Kiwanis handed out books to St. ...
Community Leaders and Artists Unite to Celebrate Diversity Through Art The first Building Bridges event was held at Whitepine Studios in Saline. Founded by Pastor Kimberly Secrist Ashby and Saline Councilmember Nicole Rice, the purpose of this community group is to bring people together to celebrate diverse perspectives through engaging local events. Pastor Kimberly said, ...
Zach Kaster’s efforts lead to a safer community with an illuminated crosswalk installation in Saline. Photo: Zach Kaster and Mayor Marl use the illuminated crosswalk photo by Sue Kelch By Sue Kelch This story is about how one individual can make a difference and improve others’ lives. Meet that one person, Zach Kaster. Zach, along ...
With over 200 crafters and thousands of attendees, the Saline Craft Show continues to deliver joy and creativity to the community. The Saline Craft Show enjoyed another successful year, offering a wide variety of crafters – over 200 – showing their wares. From watercolors, to ornaments, to dog and human treats. Textiles, pottery, papercrafts, and ...
Photo: Lori Byron, Board President, and Bill Roach, former Saline Library Board Member cut the ribbon – photo by Sue Kelch On November 10, the Saline District Library held a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the outdoor plaza, pavilion, and story trail. In spite of the fall drizzle, there was a large ...
Photo: Commander Eric Engelmeier – photo by Sue Kelch On November 11, 1918 – the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month – the armistice with Germany went into effect and ended World War I. On that day, Armistice Day was created, and in 1926 became a national holiday. World War I ...
For 21 years Saline has been holding their ‘Pumpkin Roll.’ Scheduled after Halloween, participants of all ages bring their pumpkins to the top of the hill at Mill Pond Park. Then they roll them down as fast as they can for prizes. After the race, everyone lines up to use the pumpkin launcher, and then ...
Last Wednesday Brewed Awakenings hosted an Open Mic event with Seniors performing from the Saline Area Senior Center (SASC). Entertainment featured readings from Eva Benevento and Sue Kelch with music played by the Golden Groovin’ Band members Earl Gorsuch, Dave Hubbard, Charlie Jacobs, and Mark Rakowski, with Becky Glesner on recorder. The readings included stories ...
Miss Saline Lizzie White and Her Court Reflect on Role Models, Future Plans, and Giving Back to the Saline Community Photo: Miss Saline Court volunteering at Chamber of Commerce Event photo by Sue Kelch The first Miss Saline Contest was held on October 1, 1948, at the old Union High School at Henne Field. According ...
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