Farmington, one of Detroit's oldest suburbs, was originally inhabited by the Potawatomi and was ceded to the government for sale to settlers beginning in 1820. Established as Quakertown and incorporated as Farmington, this "Crossroads Community" developed around a literal railroad stop, flourishing from an agricultural center to a thriving business district. A sense of community, family, and home inspired residents to overcome natural and social obstacles to carve a substantial and influential niche in the Michigan landscape.Pawlak's book, 'Bringing Up Oscar, The Men and Women Who Founded the Academy' was recently declared the Winner of the 'History: Media/Entertainment' category in the USA Best Books 2011 Awards. 'Oscar' was also named Runner Up in the non-fiction category of the Hollywood Book Festival 2011 competition.