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posted 9/4/2007
Traditions on Fox News
Members of the Traditions By The Dozen appeared on the morning edition of Fox 2 News on Thursday, September 6, 2007. Look for some interesting tidbits on this unique group and their book signing on the posted DVD clip.
posted 9/4/2007
Book signing set for Thursday, September 6 (in Hamtramck at the
‘Cookie Gals’ publish ‘Sweet Traditions’ –
an easy-to-follow roadmap for the best cookie exchange party ever!
Celebrating a decade of baking cookies for their annual Christmas Cookie Exchange, 12 local girlfriends have published “Sweet Traditions – Cookie Exchange Recipes, Menus and Ideas.” This attractive 146-page hard cover cookbook is filled with 10 years of mouth-watering cookie recipes, complete menu selections, clever ideas for cookie packaging and suggestions for hosting a cookie exchange. This easy how-to cookbook, with over 200 recipes, explains how to host the best cookie exchange party ever!
Press Release - Book Signing
To commemorate this one-of-a-kind publication, a book signing was held on Thursday, September 6, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Polish Art Center, 9539 Jos. Campau in Hamtramck, Michigan 48212. This was the first opportunity to purchase or order this keepsake cookbook at the very reasonable price of only $12 plus applicable sales tax. For mail orders, add shipping and handling. You can order this book on our Order Form page.
On display at the book signing weree several cookie packaging ideas. Refreshments included cookies baked by the ladies from recipes in the just-released cookbook.
All 12 ladies, who also refer to themselves as “The Cookie Connection,” were on hand to sign this keepsake book. “As you will see when you travel through this cookbook, we have provided a treasury of culinary delights. We know you will enjoy the recipes and all of the cookie exchange hints,” said Leslie Cahill, one of the 12 bakers, who has published nine cookie pamphlets for the group since its beginning 10 years ago.
She explained that the women are longtime friends brought together in the 1980s by their Polish heritage, their connection to the city of Hamtramck (once the largest enclave of Polish residents west of Warsaw), and in many cases by their children who attended the same elementary school.
“Our children have grown, some are married, some have children of their own, and some have moved on to pursue their careers. But not us,” said another baker Alice Kopecky. “We have stuck together like peanut butter on the roofs of our mouths.”
Lorraine Owczarek adds, “We have taken our Cookie Exchange to new heights as our story in the book will explain. This cookbook celebrates our 10th annual holiday extravaganza.”
Mary Wood comments, “We sincerely hope our readers enjoy the recipes in this cookbook as much as we do. As the Polish would say, “Smacznego.” (Translation: “Tasty”!)
Here is a complete list of “The Cookie Gals”:
Leslie Cahill - Milford, MI. and Melbourne, Australia
Alice Kopecky - Hamtramck, MI.
Lorraine Owczarek – Chesterfield, MI.
Cathy Tomaszewski – Hamtramck, MI.
Fran Owczarek - Warren, MI.
Mary Wood - Sterling Heights, MI.
Joan Bittner - Hamtramck, MI.
Chris Nosis - Sterling Heights, MI.
Mary Cwiertak – Warren, MI.
Fran Olkowski – Lexington, MI.
Sharon Slezak – Chesterfield, MI.
Gwen Mack – Sterling Heights, MI.
NOTE: Sample recipes for publication are available by Contacting Us.
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posted 10/15/2007
Book signing 'rousing success'
The Traditons book signing, held in September at the Polish Art Center, was a 'rousing success' says TBTD CFO Mary Wood. 'Attendance was great and so much fun meeting so many nice people.'
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posted 11/01/2007
Local Ladies Publish Cookbook
news article reprinted from Source News, published Sunday October 28, 2007
The cookies look tempting. Soft white icing drips off a fudge bar that smells as heavenly as it tastes. Near the fudge sits another morsel; a round, crumbly cookie that looks as if it’s packed with nearly every ingredient from the bakery aisle.
Three ladies gather around the cookies, which are stacked neatly in a 2-tiered serving dish, gabbing about everything from their husbands and kids to koi ponds. Chitchat over cookies is nothing new for Mary Wood, Chris Nosis and Gwen Mack, all of Sterling Heights. In fact, the ladies and nine of their friends have even published a book on friendship and cookies called “Sweet Traditions: Cookie Exchange Recipes, Menus and Ideas.”
Cookie Girls to Appear on Local TV Show "Who's In The Kitchen" with Chuck Kaess
press release 11/29/2007
posted 11/29/2007
The Cookie Girls are at it again! They will be appearing on the Grosse Pointe-produced television show 'Who's In The Kitchen' hosted by Chuck Kaess. The show will be airing three times daily starting December 9 through December 16 on WMTV5 Grosse Pointe cable. Taping will be done December 4th at Freemont Design. Click here for schedule.
'We are so excited to demonstrate for Chuck and his audience some wonderful cookie recipes just in time for the holidays!' says Traditions president Lorraine Owczarek.
‘Cookie Gals’ publish ‘Sweet Traditions’
- an easy-to-follow roadmap for the best cookie exchange party ever!
Celebrating a decade of baking cookies for their annual Christmas Cookie Exchange, 12 local girlfriends have published “Sweet Traditions – Cookie Exchange Recipes, Menus and Ideas.” This attractive 146-page hard cover cookbook is filled with 10 years of mouth-watering cookie recipes, complete menu selections, clever ideas for cookie packaging and suggestions for hosting a cookie exchange. This easy how-to cookbook, with over 200 recipes, explains how to host the best cookie exchange party ever!
To commemorate this one-of-a-kind publication, a book signing will be held on Thursday, December 13, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Pointe Pedlar, 88 Kercheval Ave., Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236. This will be a great opportunity to purchase this keepsake cookbook in time for holiday baking or gift giving at the very reasonable price of only $12 plus applicable sales tax.
On display at the book signing will be several cookie packaging ideas. Refreshments will include cookies baked by the ladies from recipes in the just-released cookbook.
Many of the 12 ladies, who also refer to themselves as “The Cookie Connection,” will be on hand to sign this keepsake book. “As you will see when you travel through this cookbook, we have provided a treasury of culinary delights. We know you will enjoy the recipes and all of the cookie exchange hints,” said Leslie Cahill, one of the 12 bakers, who has published nine cookie pamphlets for the group since its beginning 10 years ago.
She explained that the women are longtime friends brought together in the 1980s by their Polish heritage, their connection to the city of Hamtramck (once the largest enclave of Polish residents west of Warsaw), and in many cases by their children who attended the same elementary school.
“Our children have grown, some are married, some have children of their own, and some have moved on to pursue their careers. But not us,” said another baker Alice Kopecky. “We have stuck together like peanut butter on the roofs of our mouths.”
Lorraine Owczarek adds, “We have taken our Cookie Exchange to new heights as our story in the book will explain. This cookbook celebrates our 10th annual holiday extravaganza.”
Mary Wood comments, “We sincerely hope our readers enjoy the recipes in this cookbook as much as we do. As the Polish would say, “Smacznego.” (Translation: “Tasty”!)
To order copies of “Sweet Traditions,” please visit the order page or contact: Mary Wood at sales@traditionsbythedozen.com or Alice Kopecky at absolutelyalice@aol.com;
For more information on the book signing at the Pointe Pedlar please contact the store, 313-885-4028, or visit them on their web-site at www.pointepedlar.com. Click here for directions.
Please also note that Lorraine Owczarek will appear on “Who’s In The Kitchen” with Chuck Kaess on cable station WMTV5. She will bake cookies using recipes from “Sweet Traditions.” The show will air three times a day from Sunday, December 9, through Sunday, December 15. Check your station guide for times.
Book signing set for Thursday December 13
at Pointe Pedlar, Grosse Pointe Farmspress release 12/03/2007 Grosse Pointe News
posted 12/03/2007
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Moms' circle grows into cookbook business
article reprinted from the Detroit Free Press 12/16/2007
by Kim North Shine, Detroit Free Press Staff Writer
posted 12/16/2007
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It started more than 20 years ago as a casual, after work get-together of women, ...... more
The Cookie Girls - They're Everywhere!
article reprinted from the Hometown Life 12/20/2007
by Kate Phillips, SpecialWriter
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posted 12/21/2007
Sticky cookies bond friendships for group
Christmas cookies can be a little magical.
The ooey-gooey peanut butter and chocolate taste good, but it can also serve as a sort of cement to bring together old friends..... more
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