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LEFT: The 45th annual Holiday Market features pieces created by more than 100 artists from around Michigan. The market occupies the first floor of the Anton Art Center and runs until Dec. 23. BELOW: “Darleen Urbanek: Peaceful Moments” is the first solo exhibition of artist Darleen Urbanek, of Sterling Heights. Urbanek’s work highlights people, landscapes, animals and other scenes that reflect or inspire moments of peace. Photos provided by Anton Art Center
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DETROIT — For generations of metro Detroiters, shopping — especially around the holidays — meant a trip to Hudson’s. Although the retailer ceased to exist in 2001 — with stores at first becoming Marshall Field’s and later Macy’s — a mention of Hudson’s is almost certain to bring back memories for anyone old enough to have visited one of them. The Detroit Historical Museum is tapping into those memories — and introducing the beloved Detroit-based retailer to a new generation — with “Hudson’s Holidays,” a small exhibition on view through Dec. 30. At the heart of the display is a glass case housing an assortment of toys carried by Hudson’s, including a collection of Santa Bears. The exclusive stuffed bears were produced annually from about 1985 to 2007, with many shoppers collecting all of them. “When they walk in, people are drawn to the Santa Bear tower,” said Jeremy Dimick, director of collections and curatorial for the museum. “It’s a big See HUDSON’S on page 5A
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MOUNT CLEMENS — It is not just you that is busy this time of year. The Anton Art Center is juggling two main events in December, hosting the solo exhibition debut of a Sterling Heights artist and the 45th annual Holiday Market. “We’ve got over 100 artists featured this year,” said Phil Gilchrist, Anton Art Center executive director. “About 20% of those are new to the organization and to the market. We’re showcasing literal tons of items here for sale for the holidays, encompassing all kinds of stuff. Home decor, holiday decor, gift items, fine art, crafts, jewelry, fiber arts. … You name it, we probably have it.” The market has evolved over its nearly half-century, going from showing items on shelves made from stacked wood planks and cinder blocks to having the resources and volunteers needed to run a professional retail operation. “I give a lot of credit to the people in the beginning
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who had the forethought to pull this together,” Gilchrist said. “Over the years, it’s helped a lot of artists and it’s been a very important program for the Anton Art Center during that entire time. It really was all volunteers. Even today we rely on volunteers to pull it together and every year they do an incredible job, so we’re really happy and proud to have those folks involved here at the Anton Art Center and are thankful of all of the work that they do to bring this together every year.” See ANTON on page 9A
Santa Bears and other popular toys sold at Hudson’s over the ecades can be seen as part of an exhibition on display until the end of the month at the Detroit Historical Museum. Photo provided by the Detroit Historical Museum
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Utica Reptarium expanding to include 30,000-square-foot LegaSea Aquarium BY KARA SZYMANSKI kszymanski@candgnews.com
UTICA — The Reptarium is expanding to a building just across the street with an additional 30,000 square feet on Van Dyke Avenue in Utica. The new facility, called the LegaSea Aquarium, will add to the Van Dyke corridor and bring many visitors to the region from all over. The LegaSea Aquarium is located at 45550 Van Dyke Ave. Tyler Kranak — the general manager for the LegaSea Aquarium and Reptarium who oversees all aspects of the facility from animal husbandry, staffing, hiring, human resources, guest services and community outreach — was brought on after Barczyk was diagnosed with stage IV pancreatic cancer. “Many people hear the news of terminal illness and roll over, give up or lose hope, but not Brian. Brian is the single most motivated, inspired and hardest working man I have ever met, and Brian never let the diagnosis define him,” Kranak said. “Brian has, for 35 years, worked in the animal industry as a snake breeder with his company BHB reptiles (BHB is named after Brian’s initials, Brian Henry Barczyk) founded by him and his wife, Lori Barczyk. In 2018, they opened their first ever reptile zoo, The Reptarium, as a way of getting out of the pet trade and snake breeding business and give more to the education of these animals rather than their sale.” He said business has been booming ever since, with a massive expansion in early 2020 that more than doubled the footprint of the Reptarium. The expansion added new
exhibits including a massive anaconda enclosure, a gift shop, a two-toed sloth and a dedicated area for hosting birthday parties and private events. “Brian didn’t stop there, though, and continued to follow his lifelong dream of opening an aquarium. The problem however, was that we were out of room in our current 5,000-square-foot zoo. Many ideas were pitched back and forth, one of which included adding a second floor to the Reptarium (this idea was quickly scrapped, which is for the best) until a large building across the street suddenly came up on the market. As of now, we have exceeded our budget of $5 million, but are rapidly approaching an opening date of early February,” he said. The building was originally a grocery store, traded hands several times over the last few decades and was a thrift store for many years. Now, the building is in the process of being completely gutted to create the LegaSea Aquarium and Reptarium. The building’s front wall was demolished and expanded nearly 25 feet forward, bringing the square footage to just over 30,000 square feet, with a wall of windows and an ocean-sunset-inspired façade added, plus a koi pond and bridges that guests pass over to enter and exit. “Some key attractions we are excited to bring to LegaSea for visitors to see and experience include our incredibly playful capybara Javier, our full-of-attitude African crested porcupine Sid, our baby two-toed sloth Lilo and our very mischievous binturong Stitch,” he said. It’s not all mammals; they also have a nearly 6-foot-long arapaima that will live in the freshwater predator aquarium, and Monocentropus balfouri, one of the only spe-
The Reptarium in Utica is expanding to include a 30,000-square-foot building on Van Dyke Avenue that will serve as the LegaSea Aquarium. ABOVE: Guests will pass over bridges and a koi pond to enter the LegaSea Aquarium. LEFT: When completed, this pool will provide visitors with an interactive stingray experience. Photos by Patricia O’Blenes
cies of tarantula that live in groups containing dozens of individual tarantulas. Native to Yemen, these tarantulas have powerful venom. They also will have an interactive brackish mangrove aquarium with archer fish, which is a species of fish that shoots a stream of water up to 10 feet to knock insects into the water. Guests will get to hold food in their hands, on their heads or on sticks for the fish to shoot. Other attractions will include a huge, 18,000-gallon saltwater reef aquarium and a
large interactive exhibit with nearly 40 baby American alligators that guests will be able to handle and feed. “All of these incredible animals are not only amazing displays, but interactive as well! Some are limited to only petting or feeding, but others can be fully hands on! Guests can view literal one-of-a-kind animals that no other zoo in the world has, and many of them they can reach out and touch. Where else in See AQUARIUM on page 9A
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ABOVE: DEER CAMP offers many made-in-Michigan products. Gift baskets can be customized for a special gift. LEFT: Beverage crafter Anthony Majewski serves up specialty coffee made from beans roasted onsite at DEER CAMP Coffee Roasting Co. & Outfitters in Sterling Heights. Photos by Patricia O’Blenes
LEFT: Varsity football players, left to right, Joey Montilla, Kandakai Sherman, Bradley Zepp and Nicodemus Krawczyk carry meals from the Estia Greek Street Food truck to Warren police officers Nov. 17. RIGHT: De La Salle senior Kandakai Sherman said the athletes have bonded since they were freshmen. Photos by Patricia O’Blenes
FOOTBALL TEAM SHOWS GRATITUDE BY FEEDING FIRST RESPONDERS LUNCH BY MARIA ALLARD allard@candgnews.com
WARREN — Members of the De La Salle Collegiate football team and the city of Warren’s first responders share a common bond. They train hard, wear uniforms, prepare themselves mentally and work together as a team. The athletes wanted to thank the men and women of Warren’s police and fire departments for their dedication to the citizens, so on Nov. 17, they served them lunch, courtesy of Estia Greek Street Food in Warren. “We wanted to give back to the community,” player Joey Montilla said. “We always look forward to partnering with DLS and anyone in our community. Community relations are
extremely important to us,” Jeffrey Middleton, who oversees the training division for the Warren Fire Department, said in a prepared statement. “The backbone of our operation is teamwork.” The team’s senior year players delivered takeout meals of lamb and chicken gyros along with the restaurant’s signature Greek fries to police headquarters and the city’s six fire stations. “The De La Salle coaching staff reached out to the Warren Police Department and requested they provide lunch,” Warren Police Captain James Wolfe said. “Warren Police Commissioner William Dwyer and the Police Department accepted. This doesn’t happen often. Little See LUNCH on page 9A
Businesses brace for holiday busyness BY ERIC CZARNIK eczarnik@candgnews.com
STERLING HEIGHTS — Bells will be ringing, and so will cash registers, this holiday season. But just how much metro Detroiters’ wallets will be in the Christmas spirit remains to be seen, according to local businesses and economic observers. Stacy Ziarko, the president and CEO of the Connect Macomb chamber of commerce, said her organization is hoping for a robust holiday shopping season. “And we’re hoping that our community continues to support our small businesses in the Sterling Heights area that give so much back to our community,” she said. Over at DEER CAMP Coffee Roasting Co. & Outfitters in Sterling Heights, beverage crafter Anthony Majewski explained how the business sells coffee and other made-in-Michigan gift items. Majewski said the business, which is owned by his wife, Julie, is expecting more growth this holiday shopping season based on increased purchases so far. See BUSINESSES on page 8A
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Hudson-Webber Foundation, which has given more than $200 million in grants to Detroit nonprofits since its inception in 1939. “They were incredible community leaders, and they left us with so many events that are still with us today,” Hauser said of the Hudson and Webber families. Hauser said iconic events launched by Hudson’s include the Freedom Festival Fireworks (now the Ford Fireworks), America’s Thanksgiving Parade and the Fash Bash, among others. Rebecca Salminen Witt, the chief strategy and marketing officer for the Detroit Historical Society, which operates the Detroit Historical Museum, said this is the third and final year the museum will be offering a Hudson’s holiday exhibition. “This is such a crowd pleaser that we wanted to do it one more year,” Salminen Witt said. This year’s exhibition is in the Gallery of Invention. In early 2024, Salminen Witt said, this space will become a new gallery, City of Champions, which will spotlight Detroit sports stories, starting with the Detroit Pistons in honor of the 35th anniversary of the franchise’s 1989 and 1990 championship seasons and the 20th anniversary of the 2004 championship. “Our sports exhibitions do so well here,” Salminen Witt said. “This will allow us to do more (of them) and do more consistently.” On Sundays in December, Detroit Historical Museum admission is free. Admission to the DHM’s sister site, the Dossin Great Lakes Museum on Belle Isle, is also free on Sundays in December. The Detroit Historical Museum is located at 5401 Woodward Ave. For more information, visit detroithistorical.org or call (313) 833-1805.
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nostalgia hit.” The same case contains scores of other toys as well, including a wind-up car from the 1920s, an early Ken doll, slot cars and an erector set. In many cases, the boxes that the toys came in are on display as well, giving a peek into the marketing of that era. Visitors will find an assortment of other Hudson’s memorabilia as well, including a collection of annual holiday shopping bags — on loan from local historian Michael Hauser — dishes and serving pieces from the downtown Detroit Hudson’s restaurant, photos, clothing, an old brass nameplate from the downtown store and a pneumatic tube that Dimick said was used to send messages throughout the downtown store. The Hudson’s store on Woodward Avenue in Detroit was 25 stories tall and was the world’s tallest department store until 1961. The downtown store closed in 1983. “One of the nice things about this exhibition is people reading all of the historic panels,” Dimick said. “It’s getting to the point where the people who remember Hudson’s are getting older.” Hauser said the holiday shopping bags reflected that year’s holiday décor theme. He said Hudson’s would also have special wrapping paper created each year embracing the theme. “The shopping bags are fun because that’s an art form that’s completely gone away,” Hauser said of the sturdy, decorative paper bags with handles. Hauser worked for Hudson’s at Southland Mall in Taylor for roughly a decade. He penned several books for Arcadia Publishing with co-author Marianne Weldon that explore the history and impact of Hudson’s and other department stores: “Hudson’s: The Grand Dame of Detroit Retailing,” “Hudson’s: Detroit’s Legendary Department Store” and “20th-Century Retailing in Downtown Detroit.” All the books are available at The Detroit Shoppe at Somerset Collection in Troy; Hauser said proceeds from the book sales benefit the Detroit Historical Museum. Hudson’s was known for its customer service. Hauser, who specialized in men’s shirts and ties, said employees kept books listing their best customers and would call them and put merchandise on hold for them when new items arrived. In addition, long before online shopping, customers could order items from their local store, which Hauser said had its own fleet of delivery trucks. “You could order almost anything and have it delivered (to your home) almost immediately,” Hauser said. “They were the Amazon of their day.” Today, Hudson’s lives on through the
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HOW TO KNOW WHEN IT’S TIME FOR A NEW ROOF BY MARY GENSON mgenson@candgnews.com
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s a homeowner, it is essential to understand when your home is due for a new roof or repairs. Local experts have shared some of their top tips to ensure your roof is being maintained properly. Adam Helfman, a nationally known home improvement expert and chief strategic officer at The Roof Resource, said the first thing a homeowner needs to do is figure out the age of the roof, because the average roof only lasts about 12 years. Helfman recommends that the next step is to look at the roof from street level. Hugh Cavendish, of The Roofing Authority, said to have a professional inspect a roof once a year. “Homeowners should try to look up at their roofs after every major storm, but I would have the professional inspect the roof at least once a year. Most companies won’t even charge for such a service. They will do a once-over to make sure everything looks good, and if it doesn’t, then they will give a price to fix shingles or whatever they see,” Cavendish said. Missing and curling shingles are some of the main things to look out for. “If shingles are curled up, that’s a sign of the attic getting too hot and the shingles are cooking from underneath,” Helfman said. “Curling shingles quickly accelerate the life of the shingle towards the end.” “Curling shingles is definitely something that a lot of regular homeowners just don’t notice,” Cavendish said.
During an inspection, Helfman also recommends looking for tree branches on the roof and trees against the house. “If you have trees against the side of your house and the branches or the leaves slowly rub against your roof or the side of your house, you would be surprised how over time it could rub a hole, it could wear away the shingles and it will expose your roof to a leak very quickly,” Helfman said. When a homeowner sees black streaks, that is mold, which also accelerates the death of a roof. Highly shaded areas with highmoisture conditions may have moss growth on the roof, which could be a potential source of mold in an attic. While cleaning gutters, a homeowner might notice granules in their gutter. “There’s always going to be granules in your gutter,” Helfman said. “However, the amount of granules is what you need to look for because if it’s a light amount, it’s OK, but if it’s a thick amount and it seems to be more than normal, that’s when you know your roof is at the end of its lifespan.” Cavendish shared that some of the consequences of not maintaining a roof are potential water damage to plaster or drywall, paint bubbling, and dark spots on the paint such as mold or mildew. Once it is determined that there are issues with the roof, it is time to hire a contractor. “Homeowners have been programmed to get three bids, and there’s nothing wrong with getting three bids because it helps you understand pricing a little better,” Helfman
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“We’ve been very blessed with a lot of locals coming in and spending money. They’re telling us they’re shopping local this year,” he said. “We had a great outcome on (Black) Friday.” Majewski added that he has seen some customers participate in the Shop Local Macomb campaign, adding that participants have ranged from high school students to senior citizens. He explained that shoppers are gravitating toward stocking stuffers and items for their gift baskets, including barbecue sauce, crackers and, of course, coffee. “We, obviously, are selling a lot of our holiday blend coffees: New Year’s Blast and
’Tis the Season,” he said. “Some people are buying gift baskets. They’ll assemble a bunch of products. We had soaps that just came in. Those are a great stocking stuffer, and some of them are holiday seasonal.”
Economic experts chime in
According to a November announcement, the National Retail Federation said they expected this year’s holiday spending in November and December to have a “slower growth rate compared to the past three years,” or about 3%-4% growth compared to last year. But the federation still expected Americans to hit a spending record, reaching somewhere between $957.3 billion and $966.6 billion. “It is not surprising to see holiday sales growth returning to pre-pandemic levels,” NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay said
in a statement. “Overall household finances remain in good shape and will continue to support the consumer’s ability to spend.” On Nov. 28, the NRF added that shoppers beat expectations by coming out in force between Thanksgiving and Cyber Monday, with 200.4 million participating compared to last year’s 196.7 million and the federation’s earlier prediction of 182 million. But other analysts noted that inflation could affect people’s holiday splurging habits. Matt Ross, Western Michigan University associate professor of finance, said in a statement that inflation “is eroding holiday season prospects” throughout the world, partially due to commodity spikes tied to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. “Even with the Federal Reserve setting the highest interest rates since the dot-com
bubble more than two decades ago, inflation is still impairing consumer choice ahead of the holidays,” he said. “We are experiencing the largest inflation period since the early 1980s. “Although the inflation rate has started to dip over the past year, the U.S. rate is high relative to pre-pandemic inflation. Higher prices have already taken a toll on Americans with credit card balances now at an all-time high. Consequently, families may see fewer gifts than in past holiday seasons,” Ross said. Learn more about Connect Macomb by visiting connectmacomb.com or by calling (586) 731-5400. Learn more about DEER CAMP Coffee Roasting Co. & Outfitters, 35279 Dodge Park Road in Sterling Heights, by visiting deercampstore.com or by calling (586) 983-8800.
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things like this make a difference. They’re very appreciative of this gesture.” Police officers and detectives thanked the athletes and coaches as they picked up their carry-outs. De La Salle Athletic Director and head football coach Dan Rohn said about 170 lunches were served. He added the event gave the team members a chance
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Moving up a floor from the market takes guests into the first-ever solo exhibition by artist Darleen Urbanek, of Sterling Heights. Titled “Darleen Urbanek: Peaceful Moments,” the show includes over 60 original works focusing on animals, people and landscapes that reflect moments of peace. “Darleen’s work tends to be impressionistic,” Gilchrist said. “She really gets into the feeling of the work, and what she’s representing is less about having very specific details and being realistic and more about how the moment makes you feel.” Urbanek says she has been painting since she was “old enough to hold a pencil,” honing her artistic skills outside of a formal classroom setting. “I’ve never really had any formal training,” Urbanek said. “I was chosen as a gifted
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Michigan (or anywhere!) can you swim with stingrays, touch a two-headed turtle, hold a massive python, feed an arapaima and play with a capybara all in one place,” Kranak said. Chelsea Nolen, the assistant general manager at LegaSea Aquarium and Reptarium, said it will be like a huge adventure though the aquarium. “Embark on an immersive aquatic and reptilian adventure. Our upcoming interactive aquarium and reptile zoo promises a captivating experience where nature comes to life. Dive into a world of wonders as we prepare to unveil this unique attraction, blending education and excitement for all ages,” she said. Mike Wilson, the head reptile keeper at the LegaSea Aquarium and Reptarium, said the LegaSea Aquarium will be the ultimate destination for people of all ages to come and
to bond. “I think it gives the guys a chance to be part of the community,” Rohn said. “It’s moments like this the kids will remember.” Lunch was held one day before De La Salle defeated Waterford Mott High School, 45-19, to advance to the Division 2 state finals Nov. 25 at Ford Field in Detroit. De La Salle students had Nov. 17 off, and the players said delivering lunch motivated them to get moving. “We wanted to make sure we stayed on
routine and had something to do as a team,” Bradley Zepp, a football captain, said. “We wanted to provide for the people that protect us,” said Kandakai Sherman, another football captain. “Some of the guys come to our football games and see us play. We just want to express our appreciation.” Sherman said the athletes are “super close.” “We all came together as freshmen,” he said. “We grew up with each other as we progressed through the football program. I
definitely feel like this is a great team.” Muskegon defeated De La Salle 33-21 in the Division 2 state championship game. Located at 5753 12 Mile Road, Estia Greek Street Food is known for its Mediterranean cuisine, including gyros, salads, bowl dishes and soups. Co-owners Bryant Victorino and George Xenos were happy to provide meals to the first responders. “The police force and the fire department have the toughest job in the world,” Xenos said.
artist through the Detroit Public Schools back in grade school and my grandma used to take me on the bus down to the art museum for classes. Other than that, I’ve really just taken workshops and nothing really formal over the years. I might see an artist that I like so I would go take a workshop with them.” Most of the paintings on display were made for “Peaceful Moments,” and those moved by Urbanek’s work will have the rare opportunity to bring it home with them. “Darleen’s work is going to be sold on a cash-and-carry basis, which is kind of unusual for an exhibit,” Gilchrist said. “If anybody were to come here and be really interested in one of the pieces she created, they could buy it and take it home that same day.” In case the whole exhibition sells out before its ends, Urbanek’s work can be found on sale in the Holiday Market. Both the market and “Peaceful Moments” end on Saturday, Dec. 23. The An-
ton Art Center is under seasonal hours for December. The center is open on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thursday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
It’s closed on Monday. Admission to the center is free, and parking is free after 3 p.m. in Mount Clemens until Dec. 31. More information about the Anton Art Center can be found at theartcenter.org.
interact with exotic animals from around the world. “We do things very different than your normal zoo and aquariums, we offer tons of hands-on interactions with 90% of our animals that we have now, and so much more to come when the aquarium opens. Me, as the head keeper, I am very excited to be a part of something as cool and unique as it will be when opened,” he said. He said they are all very excited to meet thousands of new guests and all the new animals they will be displaying and interacting with. “Me, personally, I don’t know very much about fish or marine life, so getting to learn about these amazing creatures is an opportunity of a lifetime. I am also very excited to expand my team on all sides of the spectrum from the keepers, marine team and our education team. It will be the next big thing and a legacy of Brian and Lori Barczyk,” said Wilson.
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Breakfast with Santa: 9:30 a.m. and noon, The War Memorial, 32 Lake Shore Drive in Grosse Pointe Farms, warmemorial.org/eventcalendar
DEC. 14
PRISM Men’s Chorus holiday concert: 8 p.m., Macomb Center for the Perfoming Arts on Macomb Community College - Center Campus, 44575 Garfield Road in Clinton Township, macombcenter.com
DEC. 14-17
No More Violence In Silence: Charity fashion show organized by Haven Women’s Shelter, 6 p.m. (doors at 5:30 p.m.), Athena Banquet Center, 25650 Gratiot Ave. in Roseville, more information on eventbrite.com
Cookies with Santa: Edsel and Eleanor Ford House, 1100 Lake Shore Road in Grosse Pointe Shores, RSVP for time slot at fordhouse.org/events Dinner & Dancing with Santa: 6-8:30 p.m., Cherry Creek Golf Club, 52000 Cherry Creek Drive in Shelby Township, RSVP at (586) 731-0300 ‘The Little Town of Christmas’: Twelve sketches performed by Clintondale Community Theatre, 7-9 p.m. Dec. 14-16 and 1-3 p.m. Dec. 17, Clintondale High School, 35100 Little Mack Ave. in Clinton Township, (586) 303-2602
DEC. 15
Blitzen’s Ball Dinner Dance: 5 p.m., Shelby Township Senior Center, 14975 21 Mile Road, RSVP at (586) 739-7540 The Songs of Christmas: Presented by Motor City Chorale, 7:30 p.m., Cross Lutheran Church, 35831 Utica Road in Clinton Township, motorcitychorale. com/home
DEC. 15-17
‘Neil Simon’s Rumors’: Performances by Warren Civic Theatre, 7 p.m. Dec. 15-16 and 2 p.m. Dec. 17, Warren Community Center, 5460 Arden Ave., warrencivic. org
DEC. 16
Ornament-making workshop: Taught by Pewabic Pot-
Santa visit: 9 a.m.-noon, Kercheval Place building, 17000 Kercheval St. in Grosse Pointe, facebook.com/ thevillagegrossepointe
ICE SKATING
• 5-8 p.m. Fridays, noon-8 p.m. Saturdays and noon-7 p.m. Sundays (except Dec. 24 and 31) until end of February, Warren City Square, One City Square, facebook.com/Warrenparks • 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Sundays, noon-9 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays, noon-10 p.m. Fridays and 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturdays through February, Dodge Park, 40620 Utica Road in Sterling Heights, see adjusted hours, closures and theme nights at sterlingheights.gov/1650/Dodge-Park-Ice-Rink
Roseville Holiday Lights on Wheels parade: 5:30 p.m., from Roseville High School at 30472 Normal St. to Christ Community Church at 25410 Kelly Road, see drive-by locations at bit.ly/2023HLOWParade
p.m., Roseville Public Library, 29777 Gratiot Ave., (313) 884-3067
a.m.), VFW Bruce Post #1146, 28404 Jefferson Ave. in St. Clair Shores, dawnofcollectors@gmail.com
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ONGOING
The Songs of Christmas: Presented by Motor City Chorale, 3 p.m., 1st English Lutheran Church, 800 Vernier in Grosse Pointe Woods, motorcitychorale. com/home Christmas party: 1-3 p.m. (Santa arrives by helicopter at 2 p.m.), Live Rite Recovery Resource Center, 27700 Gratiot Ave. in Roseville, liveritestructuredcorp. com/events
DEC. 19
Christmas - Celebrating During War: Presented by Roseville Historical and Genealogical Society, 6-8
Winter Solstice Hike & Bonfire: Also craft and stories, for ages 12 and older, 6:30-8:30 p.m., BurgessShadbush Nature Center, 4101 River Bends Drive in Shelby Township, RSVP to (586) 323-2478 Swingin’ In The Season: Performance by Rhythm Society Orchestra, 6:30-9 p.m., The War Memorial, 32 Lake Shore Drive in Grosse Pointe Farms, www. warmemorial.org/eventcalendar
DEC. 23
Comic and toy show: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. (early bird 9
Holiday market: Shop for gifts and décor by more than 100 Michigan fine artists and crafters, daily (except Mondays) until Dec. 23, Anton Art Center, 125 Macomb Place in Mount Clemens, theartcenter.org Tunnel of Lights: Open daily from 5-9 p.m., Blossom Heath Park, 24800 Jefferson Ave. in St. Clair Shores, facebook.com/stclairshoresparksandrecreation Home for the Holidays: Self-guided tour of Edsel and Eleanor Ford House, also free hot cocoa, weekends until Dec. 30 (except Dec. 24), 1100 Lake Shore Road in Grosse Pointe Shores, fordhouse.org/events
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