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A special supplement to the Huron Daily Tribune

Saturday November 22, 2019

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A group of cute young Santas helped spread holiday cheer while riding in this float at the Sebewaing Spirit of Christmas Festival Parade in 2018. This year’s event is scheduled for Nov. 23. (Tribune File Photo)

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Sebewaing gears up for Spirit of Christmas Plenty of activities scheduled for Nov. 23

By Robert Creenan Tribune Staff Writer SEBEWAING — For those looking to kickstart their holiday experience, look no further than Sebewaing’s Spirit of Christmas Festival.

The festival will take place from 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Nov. 23, with events, activities, and vendors all across the village to get people in the Christmas spirit.

“This is a great opportunity to come out and enjoy the day in Sebewaing with a

Christmas parade, vendors for your early Christmas shopping, food truck, and local businesses with specials and drawings,” said Julie Epperson, one of the event organizers, “(There are) several events for the kids and don’t forget Santa will be there.”

The festival starts off with the Christmas Parade at 10:30 a.m., starting from the fire department heading south on Center Street, turning left on Main Street, then making a right on Third Street before continued on page 3

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continued from page 2 ending at Sebewaing Village Park. The parade will feature Frosty the Snowman, floats from local businesses, and Santa Claus in a horse-drawn carriage.

The festival of trees runs from Nov. 12 to Nov. 23 at the showroom at Moore Shoreline Chevrolet and Buick, with each tree decorated by a different local business and raffled off on Nov. 23. Tickets are worth $1 and buyers can get an additional ticket with the donation on a non-perishable food item.

Proceeds from the festival of trees go toward funding beautification programs and Frosty’s workshop, located at the dealership, where kids can make Christmas crafts and meet Frosty the Snowman.

Kids are encouraged to dress up as their favorite characters from Christmas specials and movies for an Enchanted Winter event with photo opportunities.

The Country Motorsports pro snowmobiling team will appear and people can talk to the crew and drivers and take pictures with them.

The Spirit of Christmas will also feature free horse carriage rides, food venders in front of the Moore Shoreline dealership, and vendors in the township hall, Medallion Village, and the Sebewaing Library.

Local businesses like Boxwood Market and Design Warehouse, Lemon and Laura, and Best Health Naturopathy and Therapeutic Massage will have open houses, with the Sebewaing Historical Society opening its Liken House museum and barn.

The Immanuel Lutheran Church will host a chili cookoff, were people can vote on who has the best chili in town, with the proceeds going toward the Christ the King school’s heating system.

The community tree lighting will take place at 6 p.m. at the village park, with members of the USA Lions providing concessions, bonfires, live music, and Santa Claus appearing for pictures from 5 to 8 p.m.

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Epperson said that at last year’s event, over 100 children went through Frosty’s Workshop, and more are expected this year.

“Our first Christmas tree lighting was last year and we saw hundreds of people came out for that, as well as several hundred children came to visit Santa that evening,” Epperson said.

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Pat Kellerman Memorial How to create Turkey Trot enters 38th year a durable Race in honor of local fitness advocate gingerbread house set for Nov. 23

By Eric Rutter Tribune Staff Writer BAD AXE — This year, the Thumb Run Abouts group is once again hosting a Turkey Troy 5K in memory of race founder Pat Kellerman.

“Pat felt that all people should be out running or walking for their health,” race organizer Lee Kahler said. “She traveled the world doing both running and biking.”

Kellerman, who passed away in 2006, was an avid runner who founded the Turkey Trot and the Thumb Run Abouts group.

After Kellerman’s death, Thumb Run Abouts worked to extend her legacy, combining her passion for fitness with several fall-themed items that are staples of the Thanksgiving holiday.

“We’re an old group,” race organizer Lee Kahler said. “We were founded by Pat and we just kept the tradition going. What we do is, one of Pat’s favorites things was the Walk for Warmth. Every year, much of the money that we make from this race goes to the Walk for Warmth.”

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well. This year’s iteration of the Turkey Trot, which will be held on Saturday, Nov. 23 and features a handful of seasonally appropriate prizes.

The first-place finisher in each division will receive a frozen turkey, while second place earns pumpkin pies and third place nets a half gallon of apple cider. In the race, there are 12 male and 12 female division, and each division receives first-throughthird place prizes. Additionally, Thumb Run Abouts holds a drawing to receive a free pair of shoes for race participants.

Gingerbread cookies and houses are one of the many symbols of the holiday season, alongside Christmas trees and twinkling lights. In fact, few confections symbolize the holidays more so than gingerbread.

Many a child (or a child at heart) has spent hours carefully trying to create decorative gingerbread houses. Although gingerbread recipes span various cultures, gingerbread houses originated in 16th century Germany. The fairy tale “Hansel and Gretel” helped solidify the popularity of gingerbread, which became part of Christmas traditions.

Now in its 38th year, the Turkey Trot 5K is unique in that it does not require an official sign up process. Because the race occurs so late in the calendar year, weather can Even though gingerbread play a limiting factor, but Kahler reports it is not unusual for participation to creep toward houses can be fun to make, there’s no denying it can be triple digits. exacting work — especially for Walk-up registration is permitted for the those who strive for perfection. road race. Last year, Garrett Jurgess of Prepackaged kits attempt to Ubly received first-place overall honors with take some of the guesswork out a time of 18:55, and Maddie Laskowski of of the equation, but those who Bad Axe finished in first for the females with are crafting from scratch can employ these tips as they build a time of 20:45 to complete the 3.1-mile their gingerbread houses. course, which begins at Bad Axe Library.

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• Go for form and not flavor.

Few gingerbread houses ever get eaten, so focus on finding a dough that will bake up rock hard as opposed to one that tastes good.

• Get the right icing texture.

Pastry artist Catherine Beddall says royal icing is the preferred “glue” to adhere gingerbread pieces. Beddall says icing should be thick like peanut butter and not runny.

• Mind the dough. Do not roll out the gingerbread dough too thin or it may become brittle after being cooked. Always cut

out shapes before the gingerbread is baked. Let the baked pieces sit overnight to cool completely before using them to build.

• Patience is key. Allow the icing to dry for at least a couple of hours after adhering each piece and before moving and handling the house, says Beddall. Work in stages so that individual items can be decorated and allowed to dry. Then the walls can be put together, followed by the roof pieces.

• Kids likely will need help. Children may not have the patience or steadiness to handle complete gingerbread construction.

They can decorate the separate pieces of the house while the components are laying flat, which is easier for kids. Adults can do the main assembly later on.

• Utilize a template. Free-handing may not be easy. Cut out templates using cardboard or posterboard for various gingerbread pieces.

One of the most important tips is to have fun. Don’t take gingerbread house making too seriously as a novice. Rather, enjoy the experience and the centuries-old tradition.

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November Nov. 23 — Spirit of Christmas Day Festival in Sebewaing. Email Julie Epperson at julieepperson6@ gmail.com.

Nov. 23 — Sebewaing Historical Society hosting Spirit of Christmas open house from noon to 4 p.m. at the Charles W. Liken House, 325 N. Center St. (across from the Sebewaing Fire Hall) Nov. 23 — Thumb Dance Club dance featuring The Natural Tones.

Everyone is welcome. Cost is $7 for non-members and you are asked to bring a snack to share (potato chips, pretzels, etc). The event is scheduled for 7 to 10:30 p.m. at the Maple Valley School in Sandusky. Contact Nancy Buckley 586-663-5306 for more information.

Nov. 26 — Elkton Area Historical Society meeting at 10 a.m. at Elkton Village Hall. For more information, call 989-375-2503.

Nov. 29 — Sonas Concert at the Port Austin Playhouse. For more information, call 989-738-7600.

Nov. 29 — Pigeon’s Christmas Town Lighting, featuring Santa, children and adult drawings and hayrides by Thumb Bank & Trust.

Nov. 30 — Cookies with Santa at the Port Austin Welcome Center.

For more information, call 989738-7600.

Nov. 30 — Small Town Saturday Holiday Event in downtown Harbor Beach. Call 989-479-6477 or visit harborbeachchamber.com.

Nov. 30 — Bad Axe Club Fitness & Bad Axe Chamber present the second annual “Whobilation Recreation Jubilation 5k walk/run!” at Bad Axe Club Fitness/Emma’s Coffee House! Follow the Bad Axe Chamber of Commerce via Facebook; email badaxecofc_kelsey@ yahoo.com; or call President Kelsey Connors-Brown at 989975-0808 Nov. 30 — Christmas in WhoVille Parade at 6 p.m. in downtown Bad Axe. Follow the Bad Axe Chamber of Commerce via Facebook; email

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Dec. 1 — Christmas Sing-A-Long & Tree Lighting with Santa in Port Hope at township hall, Main Street.

Christmas Sing-along at 4:30 p.m.

Featuring carols, hot chocolate and cookies, and Santa arrives on a fire truck and brings gifts for kids.

Call 810-969-268.

Dec. 4 — GFWC Gingernbread Brunch, Women’s Club, in Pigeon.

For more information, email info@ pigeonchamber.com or visit www. pigeonchamber.com.

Dec. 6-8 — Silver Bells in downtown Port Austin, including a library cookie walk. For more information, call 989-738-7600.

Dec. 6 — Sonas Concert at the Port Austin Playhouse. For more information, call 989-738-7600.

Dec. 6-7 — Elkton’s Christmas Celebration Weekend. Kick-off tree lighting ceremony on Friday.

Saturday features kid’s games, craft show, stocking decorating, wreath decorating contest, raffle, soup and chili cook-off, cookie walk, and visit with Santa and Mrs. Clause, all in downtown Elkton. Check Elkton Community Happenings on Facebook for more information.

Dec. 7 — Christmas in the Village in Cass City. Call 989-872-4618.

Dec. 7 — Christmas in Caseville, including Lunch with Santa at the Caseville Eagles Club, sponsored by the Eagles and Kiwanis clubs.

Call 989-856-3818.

Dec. 7 — “Santa-Day Afternoons!” from noon to 3 p.m. in downtown Bad Axe. Follow the Bad Axe Chamber of Commerce via Facebook; email badaxecofc_kelsey@yahoo.com; or call President Kelsey Connors-Brown at 989-975-0808.

Dec. 7 — Dickens of a Christmas & Santa’s Reindeer Events in Deckerville. For more information,

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Dec. 7 — Huron County Historical Society Christmas Luncheon at the Huron County Senior Center Bad Axe. For more information, call 989-375-2503.

Dec. 7 — Cookie Walk at United Methodist Church. Call Pam Semp at 989-315-1121.

Dec. 7 — Zion Lutheran Church Bazaar & Bake Sale at Zion Lutheran School. Will feature crafts, bake sale and luncheon. Call Marcia Will at 989-479-3615.

Dec. 7 — Harbor Beach’s 33rd Christmas Parade in downtown.

Lighted parade heralding the Christmas season, complete with bands and Santa, will begin at 5:30 p.m. Call Shelley at 989640-5260.

Dec. 8 — Community Christmas Sing at 2 p.m. at Zion Lutheran. Call Sam Inghram at 989-5505680.

Dec. 8 — St. John’s Episcopal Church’s annual Cookie Walk.

Dec. 8 — Bill Denbrock Big Band Concert at the Port Austin Playhouse. For more information, call 989-738-7600.

Dec. 12 — Greater Thumb Hunting Contest & Dinner hosted by the Huron Daily Tribune at 6 p.m. at the Franklin Inn in Bad Axe.

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Dec. 14 — Winter Celebration from noon to 4 p.m. at the Huron County Nature Center. Come cozy up at the Nature Center while visiting with Santa and his friends.

Enjoy hot cocoa as you mosey through our trails — which will hopefully snow-covered! For more information, call or text 989-5518400, or visit www.huronnaturecenter.org.

Dec. 14 — Kids Christmas Party at 1 p.m. at Grindstone-Port Hope Sportsmen’s Club, 6101 Huron City Road. Call 989-428-4170.

Dec. 14 — Bingo at the Huron Youth Center. Doors open at 4 p.m. for concessions, regular play starts at 5. Cash payouts. 25 cent per card, per game. Must be 18 years old to play. Call 989-5531506 or check Elkton Community Happenings on Facebook for more information.

Dec. 14 —“Santa-Day Afternoons!” from noon to 3 p.m. in downtown Bad Axe. Follow the Bad Axe Chamber of Commerce via Facebook; email badaxecofc_kelsey@yahoo.com; or call President Kelsey Connors-Brown at 989-975-0808.

Dec. 14 — Thumb Dance Club dance featuring Lighthouse Three.

Everyone is welcome. Cost is $7 for non-members and you are asked to bring a snack to share.

The event is scheduled for 7 to 10:30 p.m. at the Maple Valley School in Sandusky. Call Nancy Buckley at 586-663-5306 for more information.

Dec. 15 — All For Hymn Concert at the Port Austin Playhouse. For more information, call 989-7387600.

Dec. 17 — Pigeon’s residential town lighting. For more information, email info@pigeonchamber.com or visit www.pigeonchamber.com.

Dec. 21 — “Santa-Day Afternoons!” from noon to 3 p.m. in downtown Bad Axe. Follow the Bad Axe Chamber of Commerce via Facebook; email badaxecofc_kelsey@yahoo.com; or call President Kelsey Connors-Brown at 989-975-0808.

Dec. 31 — Thumb Dance Club featuring Lighthouse Three. Everyone is welcome. Cost is $7 for non-members and you are asked to bring a snack to share. The event is scheduled for 7 to 10:30 p.m. at the Maple Valley School in Sandusky. Call Nancy Buckley at 586-663-5306 for more information.

Dec. 31 — New Year’s Eve Party at Grindstone-Port Hope Sportsmen’s Club, 6101 Huron City Road. Call 989-428-4170.

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BAD AXE — As the holiday season rapidly approaches, the Bad Axe Chamber of Commerce will be holding its fourth annual Christmas Parade at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 30.

One week later, the theater will be showing 2018’s “The Grinch” at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 30 to kick off parade-day festivities.

This year, the fun starts a week early with a showing of “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” featuring Jim Carrey. This movie will begin at 12:30 p.m.

Carrying on Dr. Suess’ WhoVille theme from previous years, the Christmas parade route will begin at the Bad Axe Middle School and work its way down to the Franklin Inn. continued on page 7

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Rain didn’t dampen the fun at last year’s Whobilation Recreation Jubilation 5K and Max & Cindy Lou Who’s Fun Run at Emma’s Coffee House. Many participants were decked out in fun Christmas apparel. This year’s fun run and annual Bad Axe Christmas parade will be held Nov. 30. (Tribune File Photo) continued from page 6 Pay attention to each float from beginning to end, though, as the Grinch himself will be staged toward the end of the parade line and is rumored to have a satchel full of presents to deliver to good boys and girls as part of “Grinch Gives.”

“It is a means of the Grinch giving back Christmas,” Connors Brown said. “At the end of the parade route, the Chamber is always the last float or walking group by Santa Claus. So, with Santa in the sleigh, we walk beside and pass out all these donated presents. The businesses give us their business cards if they donated, and we use those as a gift tag so that they know where their gift came from.”

Also on parade day, the Chamber encourages participation in a fun run for the avid fitness members among the community.

“We also have, on parade day, the second annual Whobilation Recreation Jubilation 5K,” Bad Axe Chamber of Commerce President Kelsey Connors Brown said. “That starts at 2 p.m., and that’s actually put on by Emma’s Coffee House, Bad Axe Club Fitness and McLaren Thumb Region.”

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Harbor Beach to host annual Christmas parade Expecting new entries this year

By Eric Young Tribune Editor HARBOR BEACH — The December evening will once again be lit by the lights from a number of holiday floats in Harbor Beach Dec. 7, as the 34th annual Christmas Parade will be held.

Committee member Debbie Brandow said the parade is expected to include several new entries this year.

“As of right now we have 23 entries, but we’re still working on different ones,” she said. “We have some new ones this year coming in.”

Caseville hosted its Lunch with Santa at the Caseville Eagles Club last year, while Harbor Beach held its annual Lighted Christmas Parade. This year’s event is scheduled for Dec. 7. (File Photos)

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As for the parade, Brandow said there is no particular theme, people can decorate however they want, but they are asked not to include Santa as he will be on the final float in the parade. Otherwise, it’s up to each person or business what they want to include.

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While the parade is the main event, it won’t be the only event going on. Brandow said there will be a cookie walk at the Harbor Beach United Methodist church, and Zion Lutheran Church will again hold its cookie and craft bazaar. The Harbor Beach library will also have activities going on during the day.

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The parade will begin at City Hall and travel east on State Street to the light, then south on

Huron Avenue to Trescott Street. Lineup will begin at 4:30 p.m. on Trescott Street from Fifth Street to Shock Street.

The parade begins at 5:30 p.m.

Brandow said the event is not weather-dependent, and will be held no matter what, unless the weather is severe. Last year, she said, it rained during the parade, but with snow already on the ground in early November this year, the parade is more likely to have more of a wintery feel this time around.

Brandow said people can register right up until the day of the parade, though they can register online early by visiting harborbeachchristmasparade.com.

She encouraged people to come out and enjoy the event.

“There are a lot of fun things to do in Harbor Beach that day,” she said. “There are a lot of little shops that way they can check out. Great photos for Christmas cards and things like that.

There is a lot of nice picture taking. The women from the churches make really awesome cookies.”

“It’s just a fun day,” Brandow continued. “People can come out and enjoy the evening.”

Those looking for additional information can visit www.harborbeach.com, harborbeachchristmasparade.com or call Brandow at 989670-8639.

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How to care for wild birds this winter when some human intervention can prove handy, advise ornithologists. A few simple efforts may benefit birds and other wildlife that may not hibernate winter away or escape to the tropics.

The arrival of winter forces everyone to confront the changes synonymous with the season, and local wildlife is no exception. Low temperatures, harsh winter storms and a scarcity of food can make it challenging for wildlife, including birds, to thrive throughout the winter.

Even though several species of birds are migratory and travel to warmer climates to wait out winter, many others stay put. The Audubon Society says that keeping close to home helps some species of birds maintain their territories.

Some birds will puff up to retain heat; others will seek shelter in dense foliage or cavities to avoid the elements.

Many birds will huddle together to share warmth.

Another way of keeping warm is building up fat as an insulator and energy source.

The Audubon Society says more than 10 percent of some birds’ winter body weight may be fat. That can be challenging to maintain when common sources of food, such as insects and berries, disappear as winter wears on. This is

• Have a supply of food, bird feeders, houses, and any other bird-related gear at the ready before the storms really rev up.

• Invest in nutritious food, such as black oil sunflower seeds or blends that are high in black oil sunflower seeds.

You also can make available more foods that are high in fat, such as suet, peanut butter or even whole peanuts. Mother Nature Network also suggests adding meal worms if they can be found.

• Choose feeders that will keep seed dry; otherwise, it will be prone to bacterial and fungal growth.

• Don’t discard fallen leaves or any downed twigs or pruned boughs from trees. This will give birds material for creating shelter or hiding away when the weather gets especially brutal. When the Christmas tree is finished for the season, place it in the yard as a windbreak for birds.

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• Put shallow water sources around so birds can drink. Replace them frequently if water freezes.

Wild birds can benefit from some help when the temperatures start to drop in winter.

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