Author & Writer
Rachel Moulden for Digital First Media It is a pleasure for Mark Petty to direct the Zenith Brass, a 25-member multi-school extracurricular honors band for brass and percussion students. He founded the band in 1995 to provide challenging experiences for young musicians. “I think the most rewarding part of Zenith Brass for me is creating… Continue reading Zenith Brass presents 22nd fall concert with Beaumont Brass
Rachel Moulden for Digital First Media Oakland County author Kristin Lenz has always been a writer at heart. As she grew up in Farmington and attended University of Michigan, she says she lacked confidence to pursue a career in writing. Instead, she chose psychology as her major and went on to earn a master’s in… Continue reading Farmington native’s first novel “Letting Go” of the past
By Rachel Moulden for Digital First Media Oakland County resident Frances Price has brought the art of hula to the mainland through her Polynesian dance classes. The Polynesian Dancers of Michigan halau (school) mission is to spread the spirit of aloha and share the passion for hula and Polynesian dance with all who are interested.… Continue reading Teacher brings the art of hula to Southeast Michigan
Rachel Moulden for Digital First Media Troy author Brian W. Matthews loves to craft entertaining stories that put his readers on edge. His tales of things that go bump in the night, as well as his penchant for exploring the unknown are fueled by his appreciation for the sci-fi and horror genres. Matthews, who works… Continue reading Oakland County author merges sci-fi, horror in new novel
Michigan Women Who Make a Difference Project is a community research effort to collect the stories of Jewish women who helped shaped their communities.
Rachel Moulden for Digital First Media Oakland County author Catherine Brakefield’s Christian novel “Wilted Dandelions” has been recognized in the publishing industry for excellence among independent books. In the historical fiction novel, Rachael Rothburn, wants to be a missionary and go west to minister to American Indians. But she learns that she must be married… Continue reading Addison Twp. writer’s Christian novel wins Book of the Year
Designer brands, couture off the runway, and stylish fashion on a budget can be found at the thrift store Sally’s on 4th, in Downtown Royal Oak.
Rachel Moulden for Digital First Media Catherine Brakefield’s background is as diverse as her books and short stories. From a young age, she had a strong passion for literature. “When I was younger, I would get up early to snatch a few chapters before school, and on the bus, I’d pick up that book… Continue reading Oakland County author explores history and the Christian heart
Rachel Moulden for Digital First Media Mark Petty shares a lifelong passion for music which is evident in his role as the director of Zenith Brass since 1995. Zenith Brass is a group of 30 talented youth brass and percussion musicians from Oakland and Macomb counties in Michigan. The ensemble performs a wide variety of… Continue reading Young musicians perform romantic favorites in upcoming Zenith Brass show
Rachel Moulden for Digital First Media Kevin Bachert of Royal Oak has loved classic cars ever since he was young boy. He always enjoyed the look of older cars, and his favorite car growing up was the ’57 Chevy. “Being born in the ’50s, I always felt the cars from ’64 to ’67 were really… Continue reading Car collectors make pit stop at Autorama 2016 in Detroit
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