Seasonal Features

Published December 7, 2018

Students learn lessons doing holiday charity

STERLING HEIGHTS — Activism and academics go together for Duncan Elementary School sixth-grader Soren Wierbicki. As her school’s student council president and a member of a student community group called DC Squared, 11-year-old Wierbicki said she likes to use her leadership skills to make a difference. And now she’ll have plenty of opportunities, thanks to the holiday season.

Published December 7, 2018

Mount Clemens - Clinton - Harrison Journal

Fire department, community gives back for the holidays

HARRISON TOWNSHIP — The Harrison Township Fire Department’s 14th annual Donuts with Santa and Giving Tree kick-off event on Dec. 1 was one of the most successful to date, but still more help is needed to ensure a happy Christmas for families in need.

Published December 6, 2018

Madison - Park News

Donations needed for Nativity scene, menorah

MADISON HEIGHTS — This year, there are some holiday decorations notably absent from their usual posts in front of the Madison Heights Public Library, near the intersection of 13 Mile and John R roads.

Published December 5, 2018

C&G Newspapers

Options abound to spruce up your home for the holidays

METRO DETROIT — Whether you’re into dazzling displays in a rainbow of colors, officially licensed products featuring beloved characters, well-worn vintage nostalgia or holiday kitsch, there’s no shortage of options for adorning your home for the holiday season.

Published December 5, 2018

C&G Newspapers

A twist on the sweet seasonal standard: peppermint

METRO DETROIT — From our décor to our lattes, it seems that as soon as the calendar flips to December, our hearts go out in search of candy canes. There’s something about the taste of peppermint that’s not only indicative of the season, but also serves as sweet nostalgia of cozy holidays gone by. So why not load up on some sugary, minty, red-and-white goodness while you can?

Published December 4, 2018

Grosse Pointe Times

Concert, food drive to usher in season of giving

GROSSE POINTES/HARPER WOODS — Between the dazzling light displays decorating neighborhoods to visits with Santa Claus, it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas.

Published December 4, 2018

Royal Oak Review

Royal Oak introduces 2-day Christmas festival

ROYAL OAK — The city of Royal Oak will ring in the holiday season with a new two-day festival called Royal Oak Holiday Glow. The festival will take place on Washington Avenue, between Fifth and Seventh streets, from 5 to 10 p.m. Friday, Dec. 7, and from noon to 10 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 8.

Published December 4, 2018

Grosse Pointe Times

Grosse Pointe Theatre’s period holiday show fundraiser makes for a merry time

GROSSE POINTE PARK — Grosse Pointe Theatre officials are hoping a festive holiday performance and auction will raise needed funds for the nonprofit while entertaining and engaging local audiences.

Published December 4, 2018

Woodward Talk

Ice sculptures, Santa coming to Ferndale

FERNDALE — Rolling into the early days of December, the holiday celebrations will continue in Ferndale with the 18th annual Holiday Ice Festival.

Published December 4, 2018

Woodward Talk

Hanukkah parade to ‘help spread light’ to Huntington Woods, Farmington Hills

HUNTINGTON WOODS/FARMINGTON HILLS — The age-old story of Hanukkah is on its way to Huntington Woods and Farmington Hills soon.

Published November 30, 2018

St. Clair Shores Sentinel

Festival of Trees coming to Pare Center in St. Clair Shores

ST. CLAIR SHORES — Christmas wreaths, trees and more will deck the halls of the Nonprofit Center at Pare this week, as a new event welcomes visitors to the building.

Santa and Mrs. Claus will be dropping by the Eastpointe Memorial Library Wednesday, Dec. 12, to spread some Christmas cheer.

Published November 30, 2018

Roseville - Eastpointe Eastsider

Eastpointe, Roseville libraries to offer fun and helpful holiday programs

EASTPOINTE/ROSEVILLE — The Eastpointe and Roseville libraries are inviting the public to brave the cold and come in to see all of the free holiday fun they have on tap for December.

Published November 30, 2018

Mount Clemens - Clinton - Harrison Journal

Jingle Journey lands in Mount Clemens

MOUNT CLEMENS — Eat, sing, meet Santa, get creative and delight your love of trains during the Mount Clemens Jingle Journey this weekend. This annual event, which will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. Dec. 9, will have something for the entire family, said participant and organizer Kim Parr, director of the Crocker House Museum and the Macomb County Historical Society.

Published November 30, 2018

Mount Clemens - Clinton - Harrison Journal

Annual Christmas Walk set to inspire

MOUNT CLEMENS — Need a little inspiration this holiday season? Check out how some local historical homeowners are decking their halls during the Bath City Association’s annual Christmas Walk on Dec. 6.

Published November 29, 2018

Madison - Park News

CityEdge Church provides Thanksgiving meals for community

HAZEL PARK — Every year since 2011, CityEdge Church in Hazel Park has rallied volunteers to prep meals for those in need. The tradition continued in 2018 with another successful distribution.

Published November 29, 2018

Madison - Park News

Pet pictures with Santa to help save lives of shelter animals

MADISON HEIGHTS/CLAWSON — While the city of Madison Heights budgets for the day-to-day operations of the local animal shelter, such as paying for food and water bills, it doesn’t pay for the medical expenses of the many cats and dogs in its care.

Published November 28, 2018

Troy Times

Troy Trolley to keep Winter Wonderland warm

TROY — Troy families who make the Christmas tree lighting and Santa’s arrival at Troy City Hall Dec. 7 an annual tradition can continue the fun at the Troy Public Library and the Troy Community Center — and stay warm doing it.

Published November 27, 2018

Rochester Post

Rochester Hometown Christmas Parade to march down Main Street

ROCHESTER — Downtown Rochester will be filled with holiday cheer this Sunday as crowds gather to watch the 67th annual Rochester Hometown Christmas Parade.

Published November 27, 2018

Rochester Post

Meadow Brook Holiday Walk gets national recognition

ROCHESTER HILLS — Meadow Brook Hall’s annual Holiday Walk is in the running for recognition as the best holiday historic home tour in the nation.

Published November 27, 2018

C&G Newspapers

Giving classes as gifts makes for long-lasting memories

METRO DETROIT — There aren’t many things in life that are as exciting as opening a gift. The anticipation of what might be, the crunch of the wrapping paper, the reveal as the box opens and the excitement of seeing that special something meant just for you.