NORTHVILLIANS,

In today’s update, I will wind down our summer series on Rivers, Swimming Holes, Parks, and Schools to transition to the coming of FALL, with stories about local Labor Day activities. We’ll look back to see how Northvillians have paid tribute to the achievements of American workers on Labor Day.  AND, how Northvillians have spent this holiday weekend in the past (Northville was ranked #2 in economics behind Detroit till the 1930’s, making some of THOSE Labor Days quite spectacular).

LABOR DAY

• Labor Day pays tribute to the contributions and achievements of American workers and is traditionally observed on the first Monday in September.
• In 1886, legislation was officially passed making it a State Holiday in Oregon, and from there, the nation joined in. In 1887, Colorado, Massachusetts, New Jersey, and the state of New York passed laws creating an official Labor Day holiday. In 1894 the holiday became nationally celebrated.
• Labor Day weekend also symbolizes the end of summer, and many take advantage of this long weekend by having gatherings, including family BBQ’s, attending parades, and other celebrations.
• Traditionally, athletic events have also taken place over this period, ESPECIALLY college football games (Go Green & Go Blue).
• Northville High School opened their season against Clarkston at U of M’s “Big House” last Friday with a win of 24 – 10 … Go Mustangs!

• 9/7 @ 6 PM – Northville Community Support Fund (NCSF) Fundraiser - NCSF will showcase some exciting, planned initiatives in our community.  This will be the first major event at NOMI’s, Northville’s New Speakeasy, next to the Sports Den.
• 9/13 – Northville Old Timers Lunch & History presentation (ALL INVITED) along with the Senior of the Year announcement (11:00 AM Arrival, 11:30 lunch, at Genitti’s - 108 E. Main St.). Pay at door ($15) or over the phone (248 349 0522). Link
• 9/14 @ 6:30 PM – Emmy-nominated “Death is Not the Answer” will be shown at Northville High School. The film delves into the often misunderstood world of depression and suicide. Following the film will be an expert panel discussion moderated by Chuck Gaidica. For more info:  https://northvillecares.org/
• 9/20 – Northville District Library Victorian Festival History Seminar (7:00 PM). Mayor will touch on Northville’s Victorian history and have an open Q & A. Link
• 9/22 – Victorian Festival in Northville with weekend events – Link
• Oakland County Times video interview with the Mayor, talking about Northville – Link
• Northville’s Parmenter’s Cider Mill, Celebrating their 150^th season (since 1873) – Opened for the season 8/26 … a true sign of the advent of Fall. Link
• Concerts every Friday & Saturday at 7:00 PM through October – Downtown.
• Farmers’ Market (7 Mile/Sheldon) – Take in Northville’s Award-Winning Thursday Market through October.
• Cars and Coffee Saturday, 9/9, 8-10 AM – Join our monthly gathering (2^nd Saturdays), behind Old Village School next to the library (212 W. Cady Street) -Bring a car/bring yourself. Link

Now let's look back at some of the ways Northvillians have spent Labor Day in town...