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Charles Hardin McCurdy, decried the lack of opportunity for service offered to women, in Birmingham, Michigan. By 1923, his vision became reality when a small committee of people in the Birmingham area founded The Community House in a small frame structure on the corner of Bates and Maple. They planned it to be a non-partisan, non-sectarian, non-exclusive community center where all would be welcome.This small building became a hub of community activity, and by 1928 it was evident that a much larger facility would be required. Under the chairmanship of community leader, Ruth Shain, a group of 200 women launched a capital campaign and raised $125,000 from area individuals, civic and social groups and businesses. In April 1930, the new building on Bates Street opened with a celebration attended by more than 5,000 people, including Clara and Henry Ford.The Community House has always stayed current by constantly examining and responding to the immediate needs in the community. The mission of The Community House is to help strengthen communities by providing educational, cultural and wellness programs, & scholarships, to improve people's personal and professional lives.Today, The Community House offers over 800 yearly class options including everything from cooking and art history classes to yoga and fencing. The Community House is home to the Early Childhood Center (child care and preschool); TCH Dance Academy; and the Sara Smith Youth Theatre. The public is welcome to join various Community House special interest sponsored groups including Friends of the Gardens, the International Community Club, the Newcomers Club, as well as the Senior Men's and Women's Clubs.The Community House StoryTellers Guild makes hundreds of visits to twelve different schools throughout metro Detroit to share their love of storytelling. The StoryTellers have made a significant impact in promoting literacy in our community. The Guild received a Special Recognition Award on behalf of Pontiac Longfellow School's Grade "A" Achievement which was presented to them by the Pontiac School District. Since 1987, The Community House's Race Relations and Diversity Task Force has reached out to the greater community by presenting monthly open forums and programs to promote discussions of race and diversity related issues. The meetings are open to all and there is no charge for admission. Annual programs include the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration and the Diversity Champion Honor Roll Breakfast. The Community House received New Detroit's prestigious "Closing the Gap" award for its support of the Task Force as well as Corp! 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Charles Hardin McCurdy, decried the lack of opportunity for service offered to women, in Birmingham, Michigan. By 1923, his vision became reality when a small committee of people in the Birmingham area founded The Community House in a small frame structure on the corner of Bates and Maple. They planned it to be a non-partisan, non-sectarian, non-exclusive community center where all would be welcome.This small building became a hub of community activity, and by 1928 it was evident that a much larger facility would be required. Under the chairmanship of community leader, Ruth Shain, a group of 200 women launched a capital campaign and raised $125,000 from area individuals, civic and social groups and businesses. In April 1930, the new building on Bates Street opened with a celebration attended by more than 5,000 people, including Clara and Henry Ford.The Community House has always stayed current by constantly examining and responding to the immediate needs in the community. The mission of The Community House is to help strengthen communities by providing educational, cultural and wellness programs, & scholarships, to improve people's personal and professional lives.Today, The Community House offers over 800 yearly class options including everything from cooking and art history classes to yoga and fencing. The Community House is home to the Early Childhood Center (child care and preschool); TCH Dance Academy; and the Sara Smith Youth Theatre. The public is welcome to join various Community House special interest sponsored groups including Friends of the Gardens, the International Community Club, the Newcomers Club, as well as the Senior Men's and Women's Clubs.The Community House StoryTellers Guild makes hundreds of visits to twelve different schools throughout metro Detroit to share their love of storytelling. The StoryTellers have made a significant impact in promoting literacy in our community. The Guild received a Special Recognition Award on behalf of Pontiac Longfellow School's Grade "A" Achievement which was presented to them by the Pontiac School District. Since 1987, The Community House's Race Relations and Diversity Task Force has reached out to the greater community by presenting monthly open forums and programs to promote discussions of race and diversity related issues. The meetings are open to all and there is no charge for admission. Annual programs include the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration and the Diversity Champion Honor Roll Breakfast. The Community House received New Detroit's prestigious "Closing the Gap" award for its support of the Task Force as well as Corp! Magazine's "Diversity Champion" Award.</p> </div> <div class="reportthis" style="margin-bottom: 20px;"> <form method="post" action="/birmingham-mi/report/place/the-community-house-birmingham-mi.html"> <button type="submit" class="btn btnregister pull-right" style="margin-bottom: 10px;">Flag This Place</button> </form> </div> <div class="report_button_message">Please use "Flag This Place" to alert us about content that is inappropriate or needs immediate attention. 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Charles Hardin McCurdy, decried the lack of opportunity for service offered to women, in Birmingham, Michigan. By 1923, his vision became reality when a small committee of people in the Birmingham area founded The Community House in a small frame structure on the corner of Bates and Maple. They planned it to be a non-partisan, non-sectarian, non-exclusive community center where all would be welcome.This small building became a hub of community activity, and by 1928 it was evident that a much larger facility would be required. Under the chairmanship of community leader, Ruth Shain, a group of 200 women launched a capital campaign and raised $125,000 from area individuals, civic and social groups and businesses. In April 1930, the new building on Bates Street opened with a celebration attended by more than 5,000 people, including Clara and Henry Ford.The Community House has always stayed current by constantly examining and responding to the immediate needs in the community. The mission of The Community House is to help strengthen communities by providing educational, cultural and wellness programs, & scholarships, to improve people's personal and professional lives.Today, The Community House offers over 800 yearly class options including everything from cooking and art history classes to yoga and fencing. The Community House is home to the Early Childhood Center (child care and preschool); TCH Dance Academy; and the Sara Smith Youth Theatre. The public is welcome to join various Community House special interest sponsored groups including Friends of the Gardens, the International Community Club, the Newcomers Club, as well as the Senior Men's and Women's Clubs.The Community House StoryTellers Guild makes hundreds of visits to twelve different schools throughout metro Detroit to share their love of storytelling. The StoryTellers have made a significant impact in promoting literacy in our community. The Guild received a Special Recognition Award on behalf of Pontiac Longfellow School's Grade "A" Achievement which was presented to them by the Pontiac School District. Since 1987, The Community House's Race Relations and Diversity Task Force has reached out to the greater community by presenting monthly open forums and programs to promote discussions of race and diversity related issues. The meetings are open to all and there is no charge for admission. Annual programs include the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration and the Diversity Champion Honor Roll Breakfast. The Community House received New Detroit's prestigious "Closing the Gap" award for its support of the Task Force as well as Corp! 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Charles Hardin McCurdy, decried the lack of opportunity for service offered to women, in Birmingham, Michigan. By 1923, his vision became reality when a small committee of people in the Birmingham area founded The Community House in a small frame structure on the corner of Bates and Maple. They planned it to be a non-partisan, non-sectarian, non-exclusive community center where all would be welcome.This small building became a hub of community activity, and by 1928 it was evident that a much larger facility would be required. Under the chairmanship of community leader, Ruth Shain, a group of 200 women launched a capital campaign and raised $125,000 from area individuals, civic and social groups and businesses. In April 1930, the new building on Bates Street opened with a celebration attended by more than 5,000 people, including Clara and Henry Ford.The Community House has always stayed current by constantly examining and responding to the immediate needs in the community. The mission of The Community House is to help strengthen communities by providing educational, cultural and wellness programs, & scholarships, to improve people's personal and professional lives.Today, The Community House offers over 800 yearly class options including everything from cooking and art history classes to yoga and fencing. The Community House is home to the Early Childhood Center (child care and preschool); TCH Dance Academy; and the Sara Smith Youth Theatre. The public is welcome to join various Community House special interest sponsored groups including Friends of the Gardens, the International Community Club, the Newcomers Club, as well as the Senior Men's and Women's Clubs.The Community House StoryTellers Guild makes hundreds of visits to twelve different schools throughout metro Detroit to share their love of storytelling. The StoryTellers have made a significant impact in promoting literacy in our community. The Guild received a Special Recognition Award on behalf of Pontiac Longfellow School's Grade "A" Achievement which was presented to them by the Pontiac School District. Since 1987, The Community House's Race Relations and Diversity Task Force has reached out to the greater community by presenting monthly open forums and programs to promote discussions of race and diversity related issues. The meetings are open to all and there is no charge for admission. Annual programs include the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration and the Diversity Champion Honor Roll Breakfast. The Community House received New Detroit's prestigious "Closing the Gap" award for its support of the Task Force as well as Corp! 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Charles Hardin McCurdy, decried the lack of opportunity for service offered to women, in Birmingham, Michigan. By 1923, his vision became reality when a small committee of people in the Birmingham area founded The Community House in a small frame structure on the corner of Bates and Maple. They planned it to be a non-partisan, non-sectarian, non-exclusive community center where all would be welcome.This small building became a hub of community activity, and by 1928 it was evident that a much larger facility would be required. Under the chairmanship of community leader, Ruth Shain, a group of 200 women launched a capital campaign and raised $125,000 from area individuals, civic and social groups and businesses. In April 1930, the new building on Bates Street opened with a celebration attended by more than 5,000 people, including Clara and Henry Ford.The Community House has always stayed current by constantly examining and responding to the immediate needs in the community. The mission of The Community House is to help strengthen communities by providing educational, cultural and wellness programs, & scholarships, to improve people's personal and professional lives.Today, The Community House offers over 800 yearly class options including everything from cooking and art history classes to yoga and fencing. The Community House is home to the Early Childhood Center (child care and preschool); TCH Dance Academy; and the Sara Smith Youth Theatre. The public is welcome to join various Community House special interest sponsored groups including Friends of the Gardens, the International Community Club, the Newcomers Club, as well as the Senior Men's and Women's Clubs.The Community House StoryTellers Guild makes hundreds of visits to twelve different schools throughout metro Detroit to share their love of storytelling. The StoryTellers have made a significant impact in promoting literacy in our community. The Guild received a Special Recognition Award on behalf of Pontiac Longfellow School's Grade "A" Achievement which was presented to them by the Pontiac School District. Since 1987, The Community House's Race Relations and Diversity Task Force has reached out to the greater community by presenting monthly open forums and programs to promote discussions of race and diversity related issues. The meetings are open to all and there is no charge for admission. Annual programs include the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration and the Diversity Champion Honor Roll Breakfast. The Community House received New Detroit's prestigious "Closing the Gap" award for its support of the Task Force as well as Corp! 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Charles Hardin McCurdy, decried the lack of opportunity for service offered to women, in Birmingham, Michigan. By 1923, his vision became reality when a small committee of people in the Birmingham area founded The Community House in a small frame structure on the corner of Bates and Maple. They planned it to be a non-partisan, non-sectarian, non-exclusive community center where all would be welcome.This small building became a hub of community activity, and by 1928 it was evident that a much larger facility would be required. Under the chairmanship of community leader, Ruth Shain, a group of 200 women launched a capital campaign and raised $125,000 from area individuals, civic and social groups and businesses. In April 1930, the new building on Bates Street opened with a celebration attended by more than 5,000 people, including Clara and Henry Ford.The Community House has always stayed current by constantly examining and responding to the immediate needs in the community. The mission of The Community House is to help strengthen communities by providing educational, cultural and wellness programs, & scholarships, to improve people's personal and professional lives.Today, The Community House offers over 800 yearly class options including everything from cooking and art history classes to yoga and fencing. The Community House is home to the Early Childhood Center (child care and preschool); TCH Dance Academy; and the Sara Smith Youth Theatre. The public is welcome to join various Community House special interest sponsored groups including Friends of the Gardens, the International Community Club, the Newcomers Club, as well as the Senior Men's and Women's Clubs.The Community House StoryTellers Guild makes hundreds of visits to twelve different schools throughout metro Detroit to share their love of storytelling. The StoryTellers have made a significant impact in promoting literacy in our community. The Guild received a Special Recognition Award on behalf of Pontiac Longfellow School's Grade "A" Achievement which was presented to them by the Pontiac School District. Since 1987, The Community House's Race Relations and Diversity Task Force has reached out to the greater community by presenting monthly open forums and programs to promote discussions of race and diversity related issues. The meetings are open to all and there is no charge for admission. Annual programs include the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration and the Diversity Champion Honor Roll Breakfast. The Community House received New Detroit's prestigious "Closing the Gap" award for its support of the Task Force as well as Corp! 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Charles Hardin McCurdy, decried the lack of opportunity for service offered to women, in Birmingham, Michigan. By 1923, his vision became reality when a small committee of people in the Birmingham area founded The Community House in a small frame structure on the corner of Bates and Maple. They planned it to be a non-partisan, non-sectarian, non-exclusive community center where all would be welcome.This small building became a hub of community activity, and by 1928 it was evident that a much larger facility would be required. Under the chairmanship of community leader, Ruth Shain, a group of 200 women launched a capital campaign and raised $125,000 from area individuals, civic and social groups and businesses. In April 1930, the new building on Bates Street opened with a celebration attended by more than 5,000 people, including Clara and Henry Ford.The Community House has always stayed current by constantly examining and responding to the immediate needs in the community. The mission of The Community House is to help strengthen communities by providing educational, cultural and wellness programs, & scholarships, to improve people's personal and professional lives.Today, The Community House offers over 800 yearly class options including everything from cooking and art history classes to yoga and fencing. The Community House is home to the Early Childhood Center (child care and preschool); TCH Dance Academy; and the Sara Smith Youth Theatre. The public is welcome to join various Community House special interest sponsored groups including Friends of the Gardens, the International Community Club, the Newcomers Club, as well as the Senior Men's and Women's Clubs.The Community House StoryTellers Guild makes hundreds of visits to twelve different schools throughout metro Detroit to share their love of storytelling. The StoryTellers have made a significant impact in promoting literacy in our community. The Guild received a Special Recognition Award on behalf of Pontiac Longfellow School's Grade "A" Achievement which was presented to them by the Pontiac School District. Since 1987, The Community House's Race Relations and Diversity Task Force has reached out to the greater community by presenting monthly open forums and programs to promote discussions of race and diversity related issues. The meetings are open to all and there is no charge for admission. Annual programs include the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration and the Diversity Champion Honor Roll Breakfast. The Community House received New Detroit's prestigious "Closing the Gap" award for its support of the Task Force as well as Corp! 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Charles Hardin McCurdy, decried the lack of opportunity for service offered to women, in Birmingham, Michigan. By 1923, his vision became reality when a small committee of people in the Birmingham area founded The Community House in a small frame structure on the corner of Bates and Maple. They planned it to be a non-partisan, non-sectarian, non-exclusive community center where all would be welcome.This small building became a hub of community activity, and by 1928 it was evident that a much larger facility would be required. Under the chairmanship of community leader, Ruth Shain, a group of 200 women launched a capital campaign and raised $125,000 from area individuals, civic and social groups and businesses. In April 1930, the new building on Bates Street opened with a celebration attended by more than 5,000 people, including Clara and Henry Ford.The Community House has always stayed current by constantly examining and responding to the immediate needs in the community. The mission of The Community House is to help strengthen communities by providing educational, cultural and wellness programs, & scholarships, to improve people's personal and professional lives.Today, The Community House offers over 800 yearly class options including everything from cooking and art history classes to yoga and fencing. The Community House is home to the Early Childhood Center (child care and preschool); TCH Dance Academy; and the Sara Smith Youth Theatre. The public is welcome to join various Community House special interest sponsored groups including Friends of the Gardens, the International Community Club, the Newcomers Club, as well as the Senior Men's and Women's Clubs.The Community House StoryTellers Guild makes hundreds of visits to twelve different schools throughout metro Detroit to share their love of storytelling. The StoryTellers have made a significant impact in promoting literacy in our community. The Guild received a Special Recognition Award on behalf of Pontiac Longfellow School's Grade "A" Achievement which was presented to them by the Pontiac School District. Since 1987, The Community House's Race Relations and Diversity Task Force has reached out to the greater community by presenting monthly open forums and programs to promote discussions of race and diversity related issues. The meetings are open to all and there is no charge for admission. Annual programs include the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration and the Diversity Champion Honor Roll Breakfast. The Community House received New Detroit's prestigious "Closing the Gap" award for its support of the Task Force as well as Corp! 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Charles Hardin McCurdy, decried the lack of opportunity for service offered to women, in Birmingham, Michigan. By 1923, his vision became reality when a small committee of people in the Birmingham area founded The Community House in a small frame structure on the corner of Bates and Maple. They planned it to be a non-partisan, non-sectarian, non-exclusive community center where all would be welcome.This small building became a hub of community activity, and by 1928 it was evident that a much larger facility would be required. Under the chairmanship of community leader, Ruth Shain, a group of 200 women launched a capital campaign and raised $125,000 from area individuals, civic and social groups and businesses. In April 1930, the new building on Bates Street opened with a celebration attended by more than 5,000 people, including Clara and Henry Ford.The Community House has always stayed current by constantly examining and responding to the immediate needs in the community. The mission of The Community House is to help strengthen communities by providing educational, cultural and wellness programs, & scholarships, to improve people's personal and professional lives.Today, The Community House offers over 800 yearly class options including everything from cooking and art history classes to yoga and fencing. The Community House is home to the Early Childhood Center (child care and preschool); TCH Dance Academy; and the Sara Smith Youth Theatre. The public is welcome to join various Community House special interest sponsored groups including Friends of the Gardens, the International Community Club, the Newcomers Club, as well as the Senior Men's and Women's Clubs.The Community House StoryTellers Guild makes hundreds of visits to twelve different schools throughout metro Detroit to share their love of storytelling. The StoryTellers have made a significant impact in promoting literacy in our community. The Guild received a Special Recognition Award on behalf of Pontiac Longfellow School's Grade "A" Achievement which was presented to them by the Pontiac School District. Since 1987, The Community House's Race Relations and Diversity Task Force has reached out to the greater community by presenting monthly open forums and programs to promote discussions of race and diversity related issues. The meetings are open to all and there is no charge for admission. Annual programs include the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration and the Diversity Champion Honor Roll Breakfast. The Community House received New Detroit's prestigious "Closing the Gap" award for its support of the Task Force as well as Corp! 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Charles Hardin McCurdy, decried the lack of opportunity for service offered to women, in Birmingham, Michigan. By 1923, his vision became reality when a small committee of people in the Birmingham area founded The Community House in a small frame structure on the corner of Bates and Maple. They planned it to be a non-partisan, non-sectarian, non-exclusive community center where all would be welcome.This small building became a hub of community activity, and by 1928 it was evident that a much larger facility would be required. Under the chairmanship of community leader, Ruth Shain, a group of 200 women launched a capital campaign and raised $125,000 from area individuals, civic and social groups and businesses. In April 1930, the new building on Bates Street opened with a celebration attended by more than 5,000 people, including Clara and Henry Ford.The Community House has always stayed current by constantly examining and responding to the immediate needs in the community. The mission of The Community House is to help strengthen communities by providing educational, cultural and wellness programs, & scholarships, to improve people's personal and professional lives.Today, The Community House offers over 800 yearly class options including everything from cooking and art history classes to yoga and fencing. The Community House is home to the Early Childhood Center (child care and preschool); TCH Dance Academy; and the Sara Smith Youth Theatre. The public is welcome to join various Community House special interest sponsored groups including Friends of the Gardens, the International Community Club, the Newcomers Club, as well as the Senior Men's and Women's Clubs.The Community House StoryTellers Guild makes hundreds of visits to twelve different schools throughout metro Detroit to share their love of storytelling. The StoryTellers have made a significant impact in promoting literacy in our community. The Guild received a Special Recognition Award on behalf of Pontiac Longfellow School's Grade "A" Achievement which was presented to them by the Pontiac School District. Since 1987, The Community House's Race Relations and Diversity Task Force has reached out to the greater community by presenting monthly open forums and programs to promote discussions of race and diversity related issues. The meetings are open to all and there is no charge for admission. Annual programs include the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration and the Diversity Champion Honor Roll Breakfast. The Community House received New Detroit's prestigious "Closing the Gap" award for its support of the Task Force as well as Corp! Magazine's "Diversity Champion" Award.</p> </div> <div class="reportthis" style="margin-bottom: 20px;"> <form method="post" action="/birmingham-mi/report/place/the-community-house-birmingham-mi.html"> <button type="submit" class="btn btnregister pull-right" style="margin-bottom: 10px;">Flag This Place</button> </form> </div> <div class="report_button_message">Please use "Flag This Place" to alert us about content that is inappropriate or needs immediate attention. 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Charles Hardin McCurdy, decried the lack of opportunity for service offered to women, in Birmingham, Michigan. By 1923, his vision became reality when a small committee of people in the Birmingham area founded The Community House in a small frame structure on the corner of Bates and Maple. They planned it to be a non-partisan, non-sectarian, non-exclusive community center where all would be welcome.This small building became a hub of community activity, and by 1928 it was evident that a much larger facility would be required. Under the chairmanship of community leader, Ruth Shain, a group of 200 women launched a capital campaign and raised $125,000 from area individuals, civic and social groups and businesses. In April 1930, the new building on Bates Street opened with a celebration attended by more than 5,000 people, including Clara and Henry Ford.The Community House has always stayed current by constantly examining and responding to the immediate needs in the community. The mission of The Community House is to help strengthen communities by providing educational, cultural and wellness programs, & scholarships, to improve people's personal and professional lives.Today, The Community House offers over 800 yearly class options including everything from cooking and art history classes to yoga and fencing. The Community House is home to the Early Childhood Center (child care and preschool); TCH Dance Academy; and the Sara Smith Youth Theatre. The public is welcome to join various Community House special interest sponsored groups including Friends of the Gardens, the International Community Club, the Newcomers Club, as well as the Senior Men's and Women's Clubs.The Community House StoryTellers Guild makes hundreds of visits to twelve different schools throughout metro Detroit to share their love of storytelling. The StoryTellers have made a significant impact in promoting literacy in our community. The Guild received a Special Recognition Award on behalf of Pontiac Longfellow School's Grade "A" Achievement which was presented to them by the Pontiac School District. Since 1987, The Community House's Race Relations and Diversity Task Force has reached out to the greater community by presenting monthly open forums and programs to promote discussions of race and diversity related issues. The meetings are open to all and there is no charge for admission. Annual programs include the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration and the Diversity Champion Honor Roll Breakfast. The Community House received New Detroit's prestigious "Closing the Gap" award for its support of the Task Force as well as Corp! 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Charles Hardin McCurdy, decried the lack of opportunity for service offered to women, in Birmingham, Michigan. By 1923, his vision became reality when a small committee of people in the Birmingham area founded The Community House in a small frame structure on the corner of Bates and Maple. They planned it to be a non-partisan, non-sectarian, non-exclusive community center where all would be welcome.This small building became a hub of community activity, and by 1928 it was evident that a much larger facility would be required. Under the chairmanship of community leader, Ruth Shain, a group of 200 women launched a capital campaign and raised $125,000 from area individuals, civic and social groups and businesses. In April 1930, the new building on Bates Street opened with a celebration attended by more than 5,000 people, including Clara and Henry Ford.The Community House has always stayed current by constantly examining and responding to the immediate needs in the community. The mission of The Community House is to help strengthen communities by providing educational, cultural and wellness programs, & scholarships, to improve people's personal and professional lives.Today, The Community House offers over 800 yearly class options including everything from cooking and art history classes to yoga and fencing. The Community House is home to the Early Childhood Center (child care and preschool); TCH Dance Academy; and the Sara Smith Youth Theatre. The public is welcome to join various Community House special interest sponsored groups including Friends of the Gardens, the International Community Club, the Newcomers Club, as well as the Senior Men's and Women's Clubs.The Community House StoryTellers Guild makes hundreds of visits to twelve different schools throughout metro Detroit to share their love of storytelling. The StoryTellers have made a significant impact in promoting literacy in our community. The Guild received a Special Recognition Award on behalf of Pontiac Longfellow School's Grade "A" Achievement which was presented to them by the Pontiac School District. Since 1987, The Community House's Race Relations and Diversity Task Force has reached out to the greater community by presenting monthly open forums and programs to promote discussions of race and diversity related issues. The meetings are open to all and there is no charge for admission. Annual programs include the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration and the Diversity Champion Honor Roll Breakfast. The Community House received New Detroit's prestigious "Closing the Gap" award for its support of the Task Force as well as Corp! 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$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">The Community House</h1></header> <div class="row"> <div class="col-sm-6 left module-spacer"> <p> <div> <div>380 South Bates Street</div> <div> <span>Birmingham</span>, <span>MI</span> <span>48009</span> </div> </div> </p> <div> <i class="fa fa-external-link-square"></i> <a href="http://www.communityhouse.com/" target="_blank">Birmingham Community House</a> </div> <div><i class="fa fa-phone-square"></i> 248-644-5832</div> </div> <div class="col-sm-6 module-spacer"> <iframe width="100%" height="220" frameborder="0" style="border:0" src="https://www.google.com/maps/embed/v1/place?key=AIzaSyCU5aZylcrTOLke9e3U0F2mXovlZ4bL8yk&q=The+Community+House%2C+380+South+Bates+Street%2C+Birmingham%2C+MI+48009" allowfullscreen> </iframe> </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer clearfix"> <p>Mission Statement:</p> <p>The Community House helps strengthen communities by providing education, cultural and wellness programs, & scholarships to improve people's personal and professional lives.</p> <p>About:In the early 1920's, a forward-thinking rector of St. James Episcopal Church, the Rev. Charles Hardin McCurdy, decried the lack of opportunity for service offered to women, in Birmingham, Michigan. By 1923, his vision became reality when a small committee of people in the Birmingham area founded The Community House in a small frame structure on the corner of Bates and Maple. They planned it to be a non-partisan, non-sectarian, non-exclusive community center where all would be welcome.This small building became a hub of community activity, and by 1928 it was evident that a much larger facility would be required. Under the chairmanship of community leader, Ruth Shain, a group of 200 women launched a capital campaign and raised $125,000 from area individuals, civic and social groups and businesses. In April 1930, the new building on Bates Street opened with a celebration attended by more than 5,000 people, including Clara and Henry Ford.The Community House has always stayed current by constantly examining and responding to the immediate needs in the community. The mission of The Community House is to help strengthen communities by providing educational, cultural and wellness programs, & scholarships, to improve people's personal and professional lives.Today, The Community House offers over 800 yearly class options including everything from cooking and art history classes to yoga and fencing. The Community House is home to the Early Childhood Center (child care and preschool); TCH Dance Academy; and the Sara Smith Youth Theatre. The public is welcome to join various Community House special interest sponsored groups including Friends of the Gardens, the International Community Club, the Newcomers Club, as well as the Senior Men's and Women's Clubs.The Community House StoryTellers Guild makes hundreds of visits to twelve different schools throughout metro Detroit to share their love of storytelling. The StoryTellers have made a significant impact in promoting literacy in our community. The Guild received a Special Recognition Award on behalf of Pontiac Longfellow School's Grade "A" Achievement which was presented to them by the Pontiac School District. Since 1987, The Community House's Race Relations and Diversity Task Force has reached out to the greater community by presenting monthly open forums and programs to promote discussions of race and diversity related issues. The meetings are open to all and there is no charge for admission. Annual programs include the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration and the Diversity Champion Honor Roll Breakfast. The Community House received New Detroit's prestigious "Closing the Gap" award for its support of the Task Force as well as Corp! 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Charles Hardin McCurdy, decried the lack of opportunity for service offered to women, in Birmingham, Michigan. By 1923, his vision became reality when a small committee of people in the Birmingham area founded The Community House in a small frame structure on the corner of Bates and Maple. They planned it to be a non-partisan, non-sectarian, non-exclusive community center where all would be welcome.This small building became a hub of community activity, and by 1928 it was evident that a much larger facility would be required. Under the chairmanship of community leader, Ruth Shain, a group of 200 women launched a capital campaign and raised $125,000 from area individuals, civic and social groups and businesses. In April 1930, the new building on Bates Street opened with a celebration attended by more than 5,000 people, including Clara and Henry Ford.The Community House has always stayed current by constantly examining and responding to the immediate needs in the community. The mission of The Community House is to help strengthen communities by providing educational, cultural and wellness programs, & scholarships, to improve people's personal and professional lives.Today, The Community House offers over 800 yearly class options including everything from cooking and art history classes to yoga and fencing. The Community House is home to the Early Childhood Center (child care and preschool); TCH Dance Academy; and the Sara Smith Youth Theatre. The public is welcome to join various Community House special interest sponsored groups including Friends of the Gardens, the International Community Club, the Newcomers Club, as well as the Senior Men's and Women's Clubs.The Community House StoryTellers Guild makes hundreds of visits to twelve different schools throughout metro Detroit to share their love of storytelling. The StoryTellers have made a significant impact in promoting literacy in our community. The Guild received a Special Recognition Award on behalf of Pontiac Longfellow School's Grade "A" Achievement which was presented to them by the Pontiac School District. Since 1987, The Community House's Race Relations and Diversity Task Force has reached out to the greater community by presenting monthly open forums and programs to promote discussions of race and diversity related issues. The meetings are open to all and there is no charge for admission. Annual programs include the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration and the Diversity Champion Honor Roll Breakfast. The Community House received New Detroit's prestigious "Closing the Gap" award for its support of the Task Force as well as Corp! 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Charles Hardin McCurdy, decried the lack of opportunity for service offered to women, in Birmingham, Michigan. By 1923, his vision became reality when a small committee of people in the Birmingham area founded The Community House in a small frame structure on the corner of Bates and Maple. They planned it to be a non-partisan, non-sectarian, non-exclusive community center where all would be welcome.This small building became a hub of community activity, and by 1928 it was evident that a much larger facility would be required. Under the chairmanship of community leader, Ruth Shain, a group of 200 women launched a capital campaign and raised $125,000 from area individuals, civic and social groups and businesses. In April 1930, the new building on Bates Street opened with a celebration attended by more than 5,000 people, including Clara and Henry Ford.The Community House has always stayed current by constantly examining and responding to the immediate needs in the community. The mission of The Community House is to help strengthen communities by providing educational, cultural and wellness programs, & scholarships, to improve people's personal and professional lives.Today, The Community House offers over 800 yearly class options including everything from cooking and art history classes to yoga and fencing. The Community House is home to the Early Childhood Center (child care and preschool); TCH Dance Academy; and the Sara Smith Youth Theatre. The public is welcome to join various Community House special interest sponsored groups including Friends of the Gardens, the International Community Club, the Newcomers Club, as well as the Senior Men's and Women's Clubs.The Community House StoryTellers Guild makes hundreds of visits to twelve different schools throughout metro Detroit to share their love of storytelling. The StoryTellers have made a significant impact in promoting literacy in our community. The Guild received a Special Recognition Award on behalf of Pontiac Longfellow School's Grade "A" Achievement which was presented to them by the Pontiac School District. Since 1987, The Community House's Race Relations and Diversity Task Force has reached out to the greater community by presenting monthly open forums and programs to promote discussions of race and diversity related issues. The meetings are open to all and there is no charge for admission. Annual programs include the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration and the Diversity Champion Honor Roll Breakfast. The Community House received New Detroit's prestigious "Closing the Gap" award for its support of the Task Force as well as Corp! 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Charles Hardin McCurdy, decried the lack of opportunity for service offered to women, in Birmingham, Michigan. By 1923, his vision became reality when a small committee of people in the Birmingham area founded The Community House in a small frame structure on the corner of Bates and Maple. They planned it to be a non-partisan, non-sectarian, non-exclusive community center where all would be welcome.This small building became a hub of community activity, and by 1928 it was evident that a much larger facility would be required. Under the chairmanship of community leader, Ruth Shain, a group of 200 women launched a capital campaign and raised $125,000 from area individuals, civic and social groups and businesses. In April 1930, the new building on Bates Street opened with a celebration attended by more than 5,000 people, including Clara and Henry Ford.The Community House has always stayed current by constantly examining and responding to the immediate needs in the community. The mission of The Community House is to help strengthen communities by providing educational, cultural and wellness programs, & scholarships, to improve people's personal and professional lives.Today, The Community House offers over 800 yearly class options including everything from cooking and art history classes to yoga and fencing. The Community House is home to the Early Childhood Center (child care and preschool); TCH Dance Academy; and the Sara Smith Youth Theatre. The public is welcome to join various Community House special interest sponsored groups including Friends of the Gardens, the International Community Club, the Newcomers Club, as well as the Senior Men's and Women's Clubs.The Community House StoryTellers Guild makes hundreds of visits to twelve different schools throughout metro Detroit to share their love of storytelling. The StoryTellers have made a significant impact in promoting literacy in our community. The Guild received a Special Recognition Award on behalf of Pontiac Longfellow School's Grade "A" Achievement which was presented to them by the Pontiac School District. Since 1987, The Community House's Race Relations and Diversity Task Force has reached out to the greater community by presenting monthly open forums and programs to promote discussions of race and diversity related issues. The meetings are open to all and there is no charge for admission. Annual programs include the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration and the Diversity Champion Honor Roll Breakfast. The Community House received New Detroit's prestigious "Closing the Gap" award for its support of the Task Force as well as Corp! Magazine's "Diversity Champion" Award.</p> </div> <div class="reportthis" style="margin-bottom: 20px;"> <form method="post" action="/birmingham-mi/report/place/the-community-house-birmingham-mi.html"> <button type="submit" class="btn btnregister pull-right" style="margin-bottom: 10px;">Flag This Place</button> </form> </div> <div class="report_button_message">Please use "Flag This Place" to alert us about content that is inappropriate or needs immediate attention. 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Charles Hardin McCurdy, decried the lack of opportunity for service offered to women, in Birmingham, Michigan. By 1923, his vision became reality when a small committee of people in the Birmingham area founded The Community House in a small frame structure on the corner of Bates and Maple. They planned it to be a non-partisan, non-sectarian, non-exclusive community center where all would be welcome.This small building became a hub of community activity, and by 1928 it was evident that a much larger facility would be required. Under the chairmanship of community leader, Ruth Shain, a group of 200 women launched a capital campaign and raised $125,000 from area individuals, civic and social groups and businesses. In April 1930, the new building on Bates Street opened with a celebration attended by more than 5,000 people, including Clara and Henry Ford.The Community House has always stayed current by constantly examining and responding to the immediate needs in the community. The mission of The Community House is to help strengthen communities by providing educational, cultural and wellness programs, & scholarships, to improve people's personal and professional lives.Today, The Community House offers over 800 yearly class options including everything from cooking and art history classes to yoga and fencing. The Community House is home to the Early Childhood Center (child care and preschool); TCH Dance Academy; and the Sara Smith Youth Theatre. The public is welcome to join various Community House special interest sponsored groups including Friends of the Gardens, the International Community Club, the Newcomers Club, as well as the Senior Men's and Women's Clubs.The Community House StoryTellers Guild makes hundreds of visits to twelve different schools throughout metro Detroit to share their love of storytelling. The StoryTellers have made a significant impact in promoting literacy in our community. The Guild received a Special Recognition Award on behalf of Pontiac Longfellow School's Grade "A" Achievement which was presented to them by the Pontiac School District. Since 1987, The Community House's Race Relations and Diversity Task Force has reached out to the greater community by presenting monthly open forums and programs to promote discussions of race and diversity related issues. The meetings are open to all and there is no charge for admission. Annual programs include the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration and the Diversity Champion Honor Roll Breakfast. The Community House received New Detroit's prestigious "Closing the Gap" award for its support of the Task Force as well as Corp! 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Charles Hardin McCurdy, decried the lack of opportunity for service offered to women, in Birmingham, Michigan. By 1923, his vision became reality when a small committee of people in the Birmingham area founded The Community House in a small frame structure on the corner of Bates and Maple. They planned it to be a non-partisan, non-sectarian, non-exclusive community center where all would be welcome.This small building became a hub of community activity, and by 1928 it was evident that a much larger facility would be required. Under the chairmanship of community leader, Ruth Shain, a group of 200 women launched a capital campaign and raised $125,000 from area individuals, civic and social groups and businesses. In April 1930, the new building on Bates Street opened with a celebration attended by more than 5,000 people, including Clara and Henry Ford.The Community House has always stayed current by constantly examining and responding to the immediate needs in the community. The mission of The Community House is to help strengthen communities by providing educational, cultural and wellness programs, & scholarships, to improve people's personal and professional lives.Today, The Community House offers over 800 yearly class options including everything from cooking and art history classes to yoga and fencing. The Community House is home to the Early Childhood Center (child care and preschool); TCH Dance Academy; and the Sara Smith Youth Theatre. The public is welcome to join various Community House special interest sponsored groups including Friends of the Gardens, the International Community Club, the Newcomers Club, as well as the Senior Men's and Women's Clubs.The Community House StoryTellers Guild makes hundreds of visits to twelve different schools throughout metro Detroit to share their love of storytelling. The StoryTellers have made a significant impact in promoting literacy in our community. The Guild received a Special Recognition Award on behalf of Pontiac Longfellow School's Grade "A" Achievement which was presented to them by the Pontiac School District. Since 1987, The Community House's Race Relations and Diversity Task Force has reached out to the greater community by presenting monthly open forums and programs to promote discussions of race and diversity related issues. The meetings are open to all and there is no charge for admission. Annual programs include the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration and the Diversity Champion Honor Roll Breakfast. The Community House received New Detroit's prestigious "Closing the Gap" award for its support of the Task Force as well as Corp! 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Charles Hardin McCurdy, decried the lack of opportunity for service offered to women, in Birmingham, Michigan. By 1923, his vision became reality when a small committee of people in the Birmingham area founded The Community House in a small frame structure on the corner of Bates and Maple. They planned it to be a non-partisan, non-sectarian, non-exclusive community center where all would be welcome.This small building became a hub of community activity, and by 1928 it was evident that a much larger facility would be required. Under the chairmanship of community leader, Ruth Shain, a group of 200 women launched a capital campaign and raised $125,000 from area individuals, civic and social groups and businesses. In April 1930, the new building on Bates Street opened with a celebration attended by more than 5,000 people, including Clara and Henry Ford.The Community House has always stayed current by constantly examining and responding to the immediate needs in the community. The mission of The Community House is to help strengthen communities by providing educational, cultural and wellness programs, & scholarships, to improve people's personal and professional lives.Today, The Community House offers over 800 yearly class options including everything from cooking and art history classes to yoga and fencing. The Community House is home to the Early Childhood Center (child care and preschool); TCH Dance Academy; and the Sara Smith Youth Theatre. The public is welcome to join various Community House special interest sponsored groups including Friends of the Gardens, the International Community Club, the Newcomers Club, as well as the Senior Men's and Women's Clubs.The Community House StoryTellers Guild makes hundreds of visits to twelve different schools throughout metro Detroit to share their love of storytelling. The StoryTellers have made a significant impact in promoting literacy in our community. The Guild received a Special Recognition Award on behalf of Pontiac Longfellow School's Grade "A" Achievement which was presented to them by the Pontiac School District. Since 1987, The Community House's Race Relations and Diversity Task Force has reached out to the greater community by presenting monthly open forums and programs to promote discussions of race and diversity related issues. The meetings are open to all and there is no charge for admission. Annual programs include the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration and the Diversity Champion Honor Roll Breakfast. The Community House received New Detroit's prestigious "Closing the Gap" award for its support of the Task Force as well as Corp! 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Charles Hardin McCurdy, decried the lack of opportunity for service offered to women, in Birmingham, Michigan. By 1923, his vision became reality when a small committee of people in the Birmingham area founded The Community House in a small frame structure on the corner of Bates and Maple. They planned it to be a non-partisan, non-sectarian, non-exclusive community center where all would be welcome.This small building became a hub of community activity, and by 1928 it was evident that a much larger facility would be required. Under the chairmanship of community leader, Ruth Shain, a group of 200 women launched a capital campaign and raised $125,000 from area individuals, civic and social groups and businesses. In April 1930, the new building on Bates Street opened with a celebration attended by more than 5,000 people, including Clara and Henry Ford.The Community House has always stayed current by constantly examining and responding to the immediate needs in the community. The mission of The Community House is to help strengthen communities by providing educational, cultural and wellness programs, & scholarships, to improve people's personal and professional lives.Today, The Community House offers over 800 yearly class options including everything from cooking and art history classes to yoga and fencing. The Community House is home to the Early Childhood Center (child care and preschool); TCH Dance Academy; and the Sara Smith Youth Theatre. The public is welcome to join various Community House special interest sponsored groups including Friends of the Gardens, the International Community Club, the Newcomers Club, as well as the Senior Men's and Women's Clubs.The Community House StoryTellers Guild makes hundreds of visits to twelve different schools throughout metro Detroit to share their love of storytelling. The StoryTellers have made a significant impact in promoting literacy in our community. The Guild received a Special Recognition Award on behalf of Pontiac Longfellow School's Grade "A" Achievement which was presented to them by the Pontiac School District. Since 1987, The Community House's Race Relations and Diversity Task Force has reached out to the greater community by presenting monthly open forums and programs to promote discussions of race and diversity related issues. The meetings are open to all and there is no charge for admission. Annual programs include the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration and the Diversity Champion Honor Roll Breakfast. The Community House received New Detroit's prestigious "Closing the Gap" award for its support of the Task Force as well as Corp! 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