Seasonal Features

Published November 20, 2019

Mount Clemens - Clinton - Harrison Journal

Jingle Journey takes over Mount Clemens Dec. 8

MOUNT CLEMENS — Take a holiday trip through Mount Clemens Dec. 8 with the 17th annual Jingle Journey.

Published November 20, 2019

Madison - Park News

Project Blue Light gives strength to first responders

HAZEL PARK — Each year in early December, a solemn ceremony is held at St. Justin’s Catholic Church in Hazel Park, remembering the law enforcement officers and firefighters who have died and paying respects to those who still serve.

Published November 20, 2019

C&G Newspapers

Enjoy the gift of stage ‘presents’ with holiday shows

METRO DETROIT — The weather outside might be frightful, but inside metro Detroit venues, the sights and sounds will be delightful, as concerts and other productions bring the holiday season to life.

Published November 20, 2019

Rochester Post

Rochester to celebrate Lagniappe, debut of Big, Bright Light Show

ROCHESTER — Those who are already in the holiday spirit have another reason to be merry. In just a few days, downtown Rochester will transform into a sparkling holiday spectacular, with 1.5 million points of glimmering light.

Published November 19, 2019

Grosse Pointe Times

Grosse Pointe City hopes to get holidays off to social start with Jingle and Mingle

GROSSE POINTE CITY — Grosse Pointe City is inviting its residents and the community at large to get into the holiday spirit with special events this Friday in the Village.

Published November 18, 2019

St. Clair Shores Sentinel

Creative minds come together in St. Clair Shores for fall art show

ST. CLAIR SHORES — For more than seven decades, artistic members from St. Clair Shores and the surrounding areas have put their talents on display for the community to enjoy.

Published November 18, 2019

Woodward Talk

Beth Shalom synagogue to host 4th annual ‘Chanu-Con’

OAK PARK — Congregation Beth Shalom in Oak Park will be holding its fourth annual Chanu-Con Hanukkah festival this weekend.

Published November 18, 2019

Shelby - Utica News

Raise money while maybe winning a pie or Thanksgiving dinner

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — If you’re looking for fun, some yummy desserts and food for the holiday, you’ll want to come out to Woman’s Life Chapter 911’s first pie raffle and Thanksgiving dinner giveaway Nov. 22.

Published November 18, 2019

Shelby - Utica News

Holiday Heritage Faire offers alternative to holiday stress

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — A local holiday fair is offering the community an alternative to long lines and spending big bucks.

Published November 15, 2019

Warren Weekly

Students shop until they ‘drop’

WARREN — The Christmas spirit has already arrived in Van Dyke Public Schools this season.

Published November 15, 2019

Madison - Park News

Goodfellows kick off seasonal activities at Holiday Tree Lighting

MADISON HEIGHTS — Knowing that hard times can fall on anyone, the Madison Heights Goodfellows continue to provide food and clothing assistance during the holidays, and Christmas gifts for families in need, in keeping with their motto, “No child without a Christmas.” Among the volunteers in the group are people who themselves benefited from the Goodfellows in the past.

Published November 12, 2019

C&G Newspapers

Chippewa Valley Schools collects items to assist local families

CLINTON TOWNSHIP/MACOMB TOWNSHIP — Chippewa Valley Schools bus drivers, along with high school honors students from around the district, came together Nov. 2-3 at the Walmart on Hall Road in Clinton Township for the third annual Stuff the Bus program.

Jade Lopez, 9, a Make-A-Wish recipient, strolls down the aisles of Macy’s with her sister, Rubi Lopez, left, and Santa and Mrs. Claus before the Oakland Fireworks Spectacular Nov. 1 to launch the Believe campaign to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

Published November 5, 2019

Troy Times

Macy’s blasts into Christmas with fireworks and a wish come true

TROY — Jade Lopez, 9, of Lake Orion, couldn’t think of anything to ask of Santa when she sat down to write a letter to the jolly old elf at the Oakland Mall Macy’s Nov. 1.

Published November 5, 2019

Royal Oak Review

City issues call for floats in Royal Oak Jingle’s Light Parade

ROYAL OAK — The Royal Oak Downtown Development Authority is planning its signature holiday event, Royal Oak Jingle, for Dec. 13-14. A new highlight this year will be the Light Parade on Main Street, beginning at 6 p.m. Dec. 14.

Published October 25, 2019

Sterling Heights Sentry

CORE program reaches out with fall event in Sterling Heights

STERLING HEIGHTS — Sterling Heights Police Sgt. Aaron Susalla had some ideas in mind for his latest masterpiece, to be painted on the side of a pumpkin.

Published October 25, 2019

Mount Clemens - Clinton - Harrison Journal

Mount Clemens skeleton contest returns

MOUNT CLEMENS – After receiving positive feedback last year, a local beautification committee decided to bring back a festive contest.

Farmington trick-or-treaters Peyton and Genevieve stand with a Farmington Public Safety Department patrol car. Public safety officers will be passing out snacks on Halloween night that were donated by Fresh Thyme.

Published October 23, 2019

Farmington Press

Safety tips for the Halloween season

FARMINGTON — With Halloween night right around the corner, families may be going through their checklists to ensure everyone has a spook-tacular night: Have the pumpkins been carved? Do the children have their costumes? Is there candy in the bowl?

Published October 23, 2019

C&G Newspapers

Day of the Dead comes alive through color and celebration

METRO DETROIT — Hope, sadness, love and loss. Those are among the feelings that come up when viewing a Day of the Dead ofrenda that paints a picture of a loved one who has died.