Seasonal Features

Published November 27, 2018

A cappella groups raise their voices in holiday song

GROSSE POINTE FARMS — Two of the area’s oldest a cappella groups will get the holidays off to a tuneful start when they perform seasonal favorites during Christmas on Lake Shore at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 4 at Grosse Pointe United Methodist Church in Grosse Pointe Farms.

Published November 26, 2018

Woodward Talk

With help from Santa, Berkley ready for another Holiday Lights Parade

BERKLEY — The streets of Berkley soon will light up the night sky with Christmas lights. For its 14th year, the Berkley Holiday Lights Parade and tree-lighting ceremony will return beginning at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 1, in the city’s downtown.

Published November 26, 2018

Birmingham - Bloomfield Eagle

‘Tis the season for Birmingham trees and traditions

BIRMINGHAM — Grab your gloves and your holiday gift list, because one of Birmingham’s most charming traditions is returning to Shain Park this weekend. The annual Birmingham Winter Markt will kick off Nov. 30 at the city’s Christmas tree lighting ceremony and will last through Dec. 2.

Published November 26, 2018

C&G Newspapers

Oakland County announces photo contest winners ahead of busy winter activity season

OAKLAND COUNTY — If you head to Oakland County parks in the spring to see the birds return, or in the summer to see the fireworks, or in the fall to watch the leaves change, you’re not alone. But in the winter, the parks are just as picturesque, with plenty of fun things for the whole family to do. Really. There are photos to prove it.

Published November 26, 2018

Shelby - Utica News

Shelby, Utica invite families to celebrate Christmas in style

SHELBY TOWNSHIP/UTICA — The Christmas spirit is in the air, and Shelby Township and the city of Utica are inviting the community to come out and join in on the holiday festivities.

Published November 23, 2018

Roseville - Eastpointe Eastsider

Eastpointe and Roseville to host tree lightings

EASTPOINTE/ROSEVILLE — The cities of Eastpointe and Roseville are getting into the holiday spirit with their annual tree lighting ceremonies.

A new tree will be lit in front of St. Clair Shores City Hall Dec. 7.

Published November 23, 2018

St. Clair Shores Sentinel

New tree, new tradition: annual holiday event returns Dec. 7 to St. Clair Shores

ST. CLAIR SHORES — The night will light up with the glow from a new tree at City Hall with the St. Clair Shores Christmas Tree Lighting Dec. 7.

Published November 23, 2018

St. Clair Shores Sentinel

Volunteers warm, feed those in need throughout winter

ST. CLAIR SHORES — A hot shower, three meals a day, clean clothes and a haircut are things that most people take for granted.

Published November 23, 2018

Advertiser Times

Harper Woods library to host holiday programming

HARPER WOODS — The Harper Woods Public Library is gearing up for the Christmas season with some fun, festive and free holiday programs.

Published November 23, 2018

Warren Weekly

Warren, Center Line prepare to usher in the holidays

WARREN/CENTER LINE — Warren and Center Line will welcome the arrival of the most wonderful time of the year with respective events planned a week apart in early December.

Published November 23, 2018

C&G Newspapers

Community leaders zip up collaborative coat drive

STERLING HEIGHTS — Early wintry weather requires a response, and city, school and business leaders recently convened to keep families warm with a holiday clothing drive.

Published November 23, 2018

Sterling Heights Sentry

Break out your skates for A Sterling Christmas

STERLING HEIGHTS — An ice rink promises to be an early present for Sterling Heights residents who attend the city’s annual holiday extravaganza, A Sterling Christmas, when the event comes home for the holidays to its original location at Dodge Park Dec. 1.

Published November 21, 2018

Advertiser Times

Detroit Goodfellows host annual best-dressed doll competition

DETROIT — Each year, the Detroit Goodfellows send out thousands of Christmas bundles filled with gifts to local children to ensure there’s something under the tree on Christmas morning.

Published November 19, 2018

Royal Oak Review

Clawson partners with Goodfellows to introduce mitten tree

CLAWSON — The city of Clawson will extend its goodwill through a new addition in the City Hall lobby: a mitten tree.

Published November 19, 2018

C&G Newspapers

Holiday shows set the stage for merry moments

METRO DETROIT — If your holidays are more hectic or ho-hum than happy, there’s nothing like toe-tapping seasonal tunes and timeless tales to get you in the spirit, so grab your coat and head out to one of the many festive productions brightening local stages this year.

The 14th annual Holiday Tree Lighting & After Glow, hosted by the Macomb Township Parks and Recreation Department, is Nov. 27 on the steps of Town Hall, located at 54111 Broughton Road.

Published November 16, 2018

Macomb Township Chronicle

Macomb Township tree lighting kicks off holiday season Nov. 27

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — Less than a month before Santa Claus travels the world delivering presents, Macomb Township residents can catch an early glimpse of Saint Nick.

Funhouse vocalist Pam Polonis performs at the Rock-4-Tots event Dec. 3 at Rayz Sports Bar in Clinton Township. The event raises money for Clinton Township Goodfellows’ “No Child Without a Christmas.”

Published November 16, 2018

Fraser - Clinton Township Chronicle

Annual Rock 4 Tots event to expand to bigger venue in 2018

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — The 11th year of the Rock 4 Tots fundraiser finds the event moving to a new location.

Published November 16, 2018

Grosse Pointe Times

‘Holiday Belles’ to shine brightly at Ford House

GROSSE POINTE SHORES — Visitors to the Edsel and Eleanor Ford House have for years enjoyed holiday tours and hearing tales about the home’s original occupants, but this year, they’re in for a new experience as they learn about another generation of the family.

Published November 15, 2018

C&G Newspapers

Meals on Wheels volunteers urgently needed

MACOMB COUNTY — Officials with Macomb Community Action’s Office of Senior Services say they are in urgent need of support for the upcoming Meals on Wheels initiative.