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Wednesday, February 27, 2013

Know a Diversity Champion? Submit Rainbow Award Nomination by Feb. 28

The annual awards will be announced during a March 19 breakfast.

If you want to nominate someone for a 2013 Rainbow Recognition award, time is growing short.  Anyone can submit a nomination form, available at fhgov.com, to honor anyone of any age who has actively promoted racial/cultural understanding in Farmington and Farmington Hills. The nomination form should be submitted to the Farmington Hills City Manager’s Office no later than Feb. 28.  Rainbow Recognition recipients will be honored at the annual Rainbow Recognition Breakfast scheduled for Tuesday, March 19, 2013 at the Costick Center. NAACP Detroit Branch executive director Donnell R. White will keynote the event.  The Rainbow Awards breakfast is hosted by the Multicultural Multiracial Community Council of Farmington/Farmington Hills. 

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William M. Costick Activities Center and NAACP Detroit Branch Executive Director Keynotes Rainbow Awards

Friday, February 22, 2013

NAACP Detroit Branch Executive Director Keynotes Rainbow Awards

The annual breakfast will be held March 19; award nominations are due Feb. 28.

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  • Friday, February 22

NAACP Detroit Branch executive director Donnell R. White will keynote the 17th Annual Rainbow Recognition Awards Breakfast, held March 19, 7:30 a.m., at the Costick Center in Farmington Hills.  Hosted by the Multicultural Multiracial Community Council of Farmington/Farmington Hills, the event recognizes area residents who champion the cause of diversity. Nominations are due by Feb. 28; download a nomination form at fhgov.com.  Acclaimed as one of Detroit’s emerging leaders, White continues a family legacy of being engaged in the community. He attended Michigan State University and received his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Finance in 2001. He entered the Detroit Branch of the NAACP as a volunteer in 2002 and holds the distinction of being the…

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William M. Costick Activities Center

Sunday, January 20, 2013

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Offers Volunteer, Educational Opportunities

Farmington area residents are invited to a walk and program at the Farmington Community Library Main Library on Monday.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day–observed this year on Jan. 21–isn't just an extra holiday off of work and school. Groups all across the U.S. use the civil rights pioneer's holiday, proposed by Michigan Congressman John Conyers Jr. in 1968 and signed into law by President Ronald Reagan in 1983, as a day to pay tribute, educate, give back and reflect on the things MLK stood for in his lifetime. Here's a look at some of the events going on in and around the Farmington area on Monday:  The Multicultural Multiracial Community Council's annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day event begins at 9 a.m. with a walk from Prince of Peace Lutheran Church on 12 Mile Road to the Farmington Community Library Main Library. The event notes the 50th anniversary of …

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Prince of Peace Lutheran Church of Farmington Hills, The Farmington Community Library Main Library, Harrison High School, and 2 more ›

Thursday, October 18, 2012

Documentary, Discussion at the Farmington Civic Focus on 'The New Metropolis'

The Multicultural Multiracial Community Council hosts a showing of a movie about the effects of migration from urban areas on communities like Farmington and Farmington Hills.

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  • Thursday, October 18, 2012

The effects of urban flight on communities like Farmington and Farmington Hills will be the topic of discussion after the showing of the documentary "The New Metropolis" Thursday, 7 p.m., at the Farmington Civic Theater.  Hosted by the Multicultural Multiracial Community Council, the event includes a panel discussion moderated by local radio show host Frankie Darcell. The two-part documentary illustrates how the economic and social health of communities around the country are affected by migration from center city neighborhoods to the suburbs.  Panelists Include: Admission is free, and popcorn and pop are complimentary. Seating is limited; call 248-871-2500 to RSVP.  Learn more about "The New Metropolis" at thenewmetropolis.com

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Farmington Civic Theater, City of Farmington Hills Municipal Offices, Greater Farmington Area Chamber of Commerce, and 1 more ›

Monday, March 19, 2012

5 Things You Should Know Today - March 19, 2012

Detroit city council member Gary Brown is expected to talk regional cooperation with Farmington officials tonight.

It's the start of another busy week in Farmington and Farmington Hills, so be sure to check our Events calendar to see what's happening. Here are a few things we thought you should know today:  After some early morning fog, today should be partly sunny, according to the National Weather Service. Look for a high today around 77, a low around 55, and there is a 30 percent chance of showers after 11 a.m. The City of Farmington Hills Senior Division sponsors this local group that creates bears that provide comfort and support for adult cancer patients and survivors. Participants can take home tasks to complete; patterns and instructions are provided. The group meets today, 1 p.m., at the Costick Center.  Officials will meet today at 6 p.m. to …

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Sojourn Bears Group, City of Farmington Hills Municipal Offices, William M. Costick Activities Center, and 4 more ›

Friday, March 9, 2012

Rainbow Awards Breakfast Slated March 20, Reservations Due March 12

Michigan Dept. of Civil Rights director Daniel Krichbaum is the event's keynote speaker.

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  • Friday, March 9, 2012

The Farmington/Farmington Hills Multicultural Multiracial Community Council (MCMR) will host the Annual Rainbow Recognition Awards Breakfast on Tuesday, March 20 at 7:30 a.m. at the Costick Center in Farmington Hills. The Rainbow Recognition Awards honor members of the community who have taken an active role in promoting human relations. These awards, given annually by the Multicultural/Multiracial Community Council (MCMR), are intended to honor individuals of any age who have actively promoted racial/cultural understanding in the community.  The keynote speech at the Awards Breakfast will be given by Daniel J. Krichbaum, Executive Director for the Michigan Department of Civil Rights. Entertainment will be provided by the Brandon Grant …

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William M. Costick Activities Center

Wednesday, February 29, 2012

Rainbow Awards Breakfast Slated March 20; Award Nominations Close March 5

Michigan Dept. of Civil Rights director Daniel Kirchbaum will deliver the keynote address at the Costick Center in Farmington Hills.

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  • Wednesday, February 29, 2012

The Farmington/Farmington Hills Multicultural Multiracial Community Council (MCMR) will host the Annual Rainbow Recognition Awards Breakfast on Tuesday, March 20 at 7:30 a.m. at the Costick Center in Farmington Hills. The Rainbow Recognition Awards honor members of the community who have taken an active role in promoting human relations. These awards, given annually by the Multicultural/Multiracial Community Council (MCMR), are intended to honor individuals of any age who have actively promoted racial/cultural understanding in the community.  To nominate someone for the award, download the nomination form from the Farmington Schools website. The deadline is March 5.  The keynote speech at the Awards Breakfast will be given by Daniel J. …

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William M. Costick Activities Center, Nominate a Farmington Area Diversity Champion, and City of Farmington Hills Municipal Offices

Wednesday, February 22, 2012

Nominate a Farmington Area Diversity Champion

Nominations for the annual Rainbow Recognition Awards are open through March 5.

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  • Wednesday, February 22, 2012

The Multicultural/Multiracial Community Council is accepting nominations for the 2012 Rainbow Recognition Awards, which honor community members of all ages who have actively promoted racial/cultural understanding in the community. Recipients will be honored at the annual Rainbow Recognition Breakfast, slated March 20, 2012 at the Costick Center in Farmington Hills. Nominations should be submitted to the Farmington Hills city manager’s Office no later than Monday, March 5, 2012. A PDF version of the form can be downloaded from the Farmington School District website, by clicking here.

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William M. Costick Activities Center and Farmington Public Schools Lewis Schulman Administrative Center

Thursday, October 20, 2011

Sights and Sounds: International Coffee House in Farmington Hills

Singers, dancers and a storyteller entertained during the first Heritage Week event Wednesday.

On a cold, rainy Wednesday night, families gathered at Longacre House in Farmington Hills for an International Coffee House. The East Middle School choir, Harrison High dancers and storyteller Rosie Chapman entertained an appreciative, if small, audience. The event was the first held during the 12th annual Heritage Week, organized by the Multicultural Multiracial Community Council (MCMR). At 7 p.m. on Thursday, MCMR will host a free book discussion at the Farmington Community Library Main Library. On Friday at noon, a panel discussion, "Engaging Suburban Students in Dialogues on Diversity" will be held at Oakland Community College Orchard Ridge campus. Cost for the lunch is $10. For more information on any of these events, call 248-871-…

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Longacre House, The Farmington Community Library Main Library, Oakland Community College Orchard Ridge Campus, and 3 more ›

Sunday, October 16, 2011

'Tour the World in Our Hometown' During Heritage Week

The annual observance of diversity in Farmington and Farmington Hills begins today.

This week brings several events designed to bring a greater awareness to diversity in Farmington and Farmington Hills. The theme for the Multicultural Multiracial Community Council's 12th annual Heritage Week, Oct. 16-22, is "Tour the World in our Hometown." These events aim to unite the community by bringing people together to share their backgrounds: On Wednesday, Longacre House will host an International Coffee House from 6 p.m.-9 p.m., with storyteller Rosie Chapman giving an interactive performance that will involve members of the audience and musical instruments. The East Middle School choir and Harrison High dancers will also perform. Sponsored by Mentobe Cafe in downtown Farmington, the Coffee House is free. Tea and sweets will be …

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Longacre House, East Middle School, Harrison High School, and 2 more ›

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