November is here and almost over!  Can you believe it?!  This mom is in denial, all around denial – hello snow storms?!?!?!

After researching what is going on In + Around Metro Detroit this holiday season, I-was-blown-away by all the cool things Metro-Detroit has to offer our {local} families.  I hope these upcoming lists will help you discover something  new + fabulous to do around Metro-Detroit with your family!

My kiddos are all about Christmas and claim to be “ready”!  These were our top 5 X-Mas moments last week….

1.  The toys’r us catalog arrived in the mail made my 6 YO the happiest kid on the block.  {I’ve been looking for ways to get him excited to write more….grab your pencil buddy, start making those lists!}
2. The kids movie of the week was Santa Clause {1, 2 + 3!}  with Tim Allen.  4 YO is terrified of the “fake” Santa, I wonder how this years Santa visit is going to go?!
3. My 4 YO was inspired by the above mentioned movies and wants to be THE next Santa Clause.  His little Santa suit + hat made an appearance every-single-day.  
4. We got to sing most of our favorite holiday songs with 100.3 WNIC!
5. My 6 YO had the spirit to give away some of his toys to children who were less fortunate than he.  {finally!  but I am pretty sure he just wants to make room for new toys…..!}

 

This list is LONG and is in order by city.  Please make sure to double check information before any event, as things can change.  Wishing you a joyful weekend!  ~Annette
{P.S.  Stay tuned for next weeks Weekend Happenings sneak peek coming to you early!}

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Brighton’s Holiday Glow

Featuring live entertainment, a nativity petting farm, train rides, hayrides, letter writing to Santa, pictures with the reindeer, yummy treats, and Santa will be joining!

{Date}
November 22^nd, 2014

{Time}
4 – 7 pm

{Cost}
FREE

{Location}
Brighton

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Mt. Brighton

{Date}
Ski and Snowboard Season Opens on November 16^th

{Times}
Be sure to check snow conditions + lift status before you head out! 
Weekdays :: 10 am – close
Weekends :: 9 am – close

{Cost}
$27-$59 lift tickets
Rentals available
Check current rates here.
Ask for Pre-season rates if it is still early!

{Location}
Brighton

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PRE-Thanksgiving Harvest Market

Buy fresh local food for you Thanksgiving meal!

{Date}
November 23, 2014

{Time}
9:00 am – 1:00 pm

{Cost}
FREE

{Location}
Preservation Park
Canton

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Pine Knob

{Date}
Season Opens on November 15^th

{Times}
Be sure to check snow conditions + lift status before heading out to the powdery hills! 
Weekdays :: 10 am – 10 pm
Weekends :: 9 am – 11 pm

{Cost}
$24-$55 lift tickets
Rentals available
Check current rates here.
Ask for Pre-season rates if it is still early!

{Location}
Clarkston

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Holiday Tree Lighting

This fun adventure in the D is loved by so many!  The Campus Martius Rink is fun for the whole family or even a perfect date night!  Detroit lights it’s 60’ tree with some fun festivities. 

{Date}
November 21, 2014

{Time}
5:00 pm – midnight

{Cost}
Adults (13-49 years) $8

Child (12 & under) $7

Seniors (50 & older) $7

Skate Rental $3

Shoe Check available for people with their own skates $2

Skate Sharpening $5

Monthly Skate Pass $30

{Location}
Campus Marius Park
Detroit

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Ice Skating at Campus Martius

Campus Martius Park was designed to be the central square of Detroit.  During the winter months the offers a venue for ice skating, and the nearby cafe offers hot chocolate to keep Detroiters warm and toasty.  The rink opens officially after the Tree-Lighting Ceremony.

{Date}
November 21, 2014– January 3, 2015
{Preview Days 14^th – 16^th}

{Time}
See Schedule HERE

{Cost}
Adults (13-49 years) $8

Child (12 & under) $7

Seniors (50 & older) $7

Skate Rental $3

Shoe Check available for people with their own skates $2

Skate Sharpening $5

Monthly Skate Pass $30

{Location}
Campus Marius Park
Detroit

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Riley Park Ice Rink

For this first season skating is FREE to the public!  They encourage a little donation, secure donation box on site. 

{Date}
Open Daily, Weather Permitting

{Time}
8:30 am – 10 pm Sunday – Thursday
8:30 am – 11 pm Friday + Saturday

{Cost}
FREE

{Location}
Downtown Farmington

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Farmington Winter Market

{Date}
Opening November 22^nd, 2014

{Time}
10 am – 2 pm

{Location}
American Legion Post No. 346
Farmington

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Thanksgiving for Nature

This event features a self-guided scavenger hunt through the trails of Heritage Park!  Warm up with some hot cocoa in the Nature Center.

{Date}
November 22^nd,2014

{Time}
1 – 4 pm

{Cost}
$5 per person or $15 per family

{Location}
Heritage Park
Farmington Hills

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Holiday Hoof & FestivALE

Featuring a 4+ mile NIGHT obstacle run/2 mile fun walk, Americana (bluegrass and folk) music, Christmas craft beers, cold weather comfort foods, tree lighting ceremony and reindeer games.

{Date}
November 22^nd

{Time}
noon – midnight

{Cost}
$10 – $60

{Location}
Downtown Ferndale

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The Village Aglow Tree Lighting Ceremony

Featuring a holiday sing along.

{Date}
November 21, 2014

{Time}
5:30 pm

{Location}
The Village of Grosse Pointe

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Grosse Pointe Woods Tree Lighting

{Date}
November 25, 2014

{Time}
6:30 pm

{Location}
The Village of Grosse Pointe

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Grosse Pointe Woods Tree Lighting with Santa

Featuring a holiday carols, hot chocolate and cookies, visit with Santa.

{Date}
November 25, 2014

{Time}
7:00 pm

{Location}
City Hall
Grosse Pointe Woods

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Mt. Holly

{Date}
Season Opens on November 15^th

{Times}
Be sure to check snow conditions + lift status before heading out to the powdery hills! 
Weekdays :: 10 am – 10 pm
Weekends :: 9 am – 11 pm

{Cost}
$27-$55 lift tickets
Rentals available
Check current rates here.
Ask for Pre-season rates if it is still early!

{Location}
Holly

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Doll Luncheon Event & Expo

The lunch buffet sounds perfect for doll loving girl! Pink punch and cake pops!  Door Prizes and a winter craft.  The expo with many doll and doll accessories vendors.

{Date}
November 22^nd, 2014

{Time}
Seating at 11 am
Expo 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

{Cost}
Luncheon $15 purchase tickets in advance
Expo $2 addmission

{Location}
Canterbury Village
Lake Orion

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The Big Reveal

Kids “unwrap” the storefronts that are stocked up for the holidays.

{Date}
November 20^th, 2014

{Time}
6:30 pm

{Cost}
FREE

{Location}
Downtown Milford

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Annual Christmas Open House and Tree Lighting with Santa!

Tree lighting is part of an Open House that runs from 5 PM to 9 PM.
Featuring: Santa arrives by horse-drawn sleigh at 6 PM, and guests can treat themselves to a horse-drawn trolley rides. There will also be refreshments and children’s activities.

{Date}
November 21st, 2014

{Time}
5 – 9 pm

{Cost}
FREE

{Location}
Mt. Clemens

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Anton Art Center Christmas Market

Shop for unique gifts my Michigan artists, and check ou the decorated trees

{Date}
Sundays November 14th thru December 21st

{Time}
10 am – 5 pm Tuesdays – Thursdays and Saturdays
10 am – 6 pm Fridays
noon to 4 pm Sundays

{Cost}
FREE

{Location}
Anton Art Center
Mount Clemens

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 Holiday Lighted Parade

Ring in the Holiday season with the annual Holiday Lighted Parade in Downtown Northville, the official kickoff to Northville’s holiday season.  Featuring caroling, tree lighting and refreshments.

{Date}
November 21^st, 2014

{Time}
6:30 pm

{Cost}
FREE

{Location}
Downtown Northville

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Free Movie at the Marquis

The holiday movie Elf will be showing at the Marquis Theatre!

{Date}
November 22^nd, 2014

{Time}
7:30 pm

{Cost}
FREE

{Location}
Marquis Theatre
Downtown Northville

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Christmas in the Village

Enjoy snacks, carolers, weaver demonstrations, and St. Nicholas may make an early appearance!

{Date}
November 23^rd, 2014

{Time}
1 – 4 pm

{Cost}
FREE

{Location}
Mill Race Village
Downtown Northville

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Novi Pet Expo

Featuring adoptions, shopping and more

{Date}
November 21^st – 23^rd 2014

{Time}
noon – 8 pm Friday
11 am – 5 pm Saturday
11 am – 5 pm Sunday

{Cost}
$10 adults
$5 ages 6-11
FREE 5 and under

{Location}
Suburban Collection Showplace
Novi

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Santa at the Village of Rochester Hills

Rated one of the best Santas in Oakland County

{Date}
Arrives November 21^st, 2014

{Location}
Village of Rochester Hills
Rochester Hills

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The Big, Bright Light Show

Amazing, gorgeous light display through downtown Rochester.

{Date}
November 24^th, 2014 {thru January 4^th, 2015}

{Time}
7:00 pm

{Cost}
FREE

{Location}
Downtown Rochester

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Wild Lights at the Detroit Zoo

More than 5 million LED lights illuminate the zoo!  Opening night includes some fun activities and an appearance by singer Karen Newman performin “Christmas Eve on Woodward Avenue”.  Live entertainment, photos with Santa “Paws”, ice carving, arts + crafts.

{Date}
For 24 Nights beginning November 22^nd. 2014
November 22–23 + 28–30 and December 5-7, 11-14, 18-23 + 26-31

{Time}
5”30 – 9 pm

{Cost}

{Location}
Detroit Zoo
Royal Oak

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Holiday Magic Parade with Santa

13^th annual Holiday Magic Parade, featuring a collection of unwrapped toys along the parade route or drop off at parade main stage.  Gifts with be donated to the Boys & Girls Clubs of South Oakland County’s Holiday Basket Program.

{Date}
November 23^rd, 2014

{Time}
2 – 3:30 pm Parade
3 – 5 pm Visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus {bring your camera!}

{Cost}
FREE

{Location}
Starts at Lincoln to Layfayette
Downtown Royal Oak

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96.3 WDVD Cares for Kids Radiothon

We will be sharing the heart warming stories of local kids treated at Beaumont Children’s Hospital. Learn how you can make a difference in the lives of more than 100,000 local kids treated at Beaumont annually

{Date}
November 21^st, 2014

{Time}
6 am – 7 pm

{Cost}
Donations

{Location}
Tune in to 96.3 WDVD broadcasting live from Beaumont Children’s Hospital
Royal Oak

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Wayne County Lightfest with Santa

Drive through an animated holiday lighting displayed Hines Drive!  Visit Santa’s Workshop at the end of Warrendale Park starting November 26^th until December 23^rd.  Don’t forget to bring your letter to Santa, you can drop it in the giant mailbox.

{Date}
(8K Fun Run/Walk on November 18^th)
(Bike through the lights on November 19^th)
November 21^st – December 31^st
(closed December 25^th!)

{Time}
7 – 10:00 pm (Monday thru Thursday)
6:00 – 10:00 pm (Friday thru Sunday)

{Cost}
$5 a vehicle
{Toy night “Tuesdays”, bring an uwrapped toy instead of $5, toys will be donated to the Wayne County Family Center

{Location}
Hines Drive
Westland

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Alpine Valley Ski Area

{Date}
Season Opens on November 15^th

{Times}
Be sure to check snow conditions + lift status before heading out to the powdery hills! 
Weekdays :: 10 am – 10 pm
Weekends :: 9 am – 11 pm

{Cost}
$34-$50 lift tickets
Rentals available
Check current rates here.
Ask for Pre-season rates if it is still early!

{Location}
White Lake

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 Tree Lighting and Christmas Parade

71^st Annual :: Featuring carols, entertainment, reindeer, free trolley and carriage rides

{Date}
November 21, 2014 (Tree Lighting)
November 22, 2014 (Christmas Parade)

{Time}
6:00 pm (Tree Lighting)
10:00 am (Christmas Parade)

{Cost}
FREE

{Location}
Downtown Wyandotte

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Depot Town Tree-Lighting Celebration

{Date}
November 26^th, 2014

{Time}
6 – 7:30 pm

{Cost}
FREE

{Location}
Depot Town
Ypsilanti

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Depot Town Breakfast with Santa

{Date}
November 26^th, 2014

{Time}
6 – 7:30 pm

{Cost}
FREE

{Location}
Depot Town
Ypsilanti

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Parent SHARE

Families and kids with autism can meet, share, socialize and support each other. 

{Date}
November 11^th + 25^th, December 9^th

{Time}
6 – 7:30 pm

{Cost}
FREE

{Location}
Autism Collaborative Center
Ypsilanti

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