Too bad there wasn't more advance notice of this event!

FYI...there is an active French Canadian Heritage Society of Michigan, established in 1978, that has done tons of French-Canadian genealogical research and publications through the years as well as hosting meetings with speakers and activities. Check them out...a nominal annual membership fee includes a phenomenal journal with family histories, interesting articles, and news of upcoming events, etc.

http://fchsm.org/
and
https://www.facebook.com/groups/109717099063919/