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Church of the Living God
Adopt a Soldier for Christmas
Ongoing
Traverse City
The Touching Hearts Adopt a soldier for Christmas program is going on now. Food being collected includes protein bars, trail mix, granola, fruit, gum, jerky and more. Non-food items needed are deodorant, lip balm, cough drops. Simple games are being collected as well for those serving our country. Items can be dropped off at the church. Monetary donations are welcome.
Location: 1514 Birmley in Traverse City
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Crawford County Commission on Aging
Monthly Programs
Throughout December
Grayling
This month’s events include The Pet Assistance Program, Meals on Wheels, a Christmas Dinner, Taste Testing and much more. The commission is also looking for Meals on Wheels drivers.
308 Lawndale St.
Grayling
989 348-7123
crawfordcoa.org
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Cedar/Maple City Lions Club
Christmas Tree Sale
Saturdays & Sundays Through December 10th
Maple City
Select from a variety of pre-cut trees at various price options. Proceeds will benefit local Lions projects. Trees are available from 10am to 4pm.
Location: 100 E Bellinger Rd.
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Salvation Army
Red Kettle Campaign
Through December 23rd
Traverse City Area
This year’s Red Kettle Campaign goal is $240,000. Your passion for helping others and enthusiasm to spread joy and raise critical funds is needed to make Christmas Bright and bring Hope in 2024. Get in the holiday spirit and register today as an individual, family, or group. Select your favorite location, day, and time to bell ring and register at RegisterToRing.com!
Your time is priceless! Donate it and help spread joy and bring help, hope, and dignity to our neighbors in their time of need.
To Register to Ring: registertoring.com/
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Alden District Library
Events
Throughout December
Alden
Enjoy the Winter Scene Photo Display through the moth of December. Also, Potluck & Off the Wall Movie Night. Friends of the Library Meeting & Luncheon, a book club, Alden Knitters & Crocheters and much more!
Alden District Library, located at 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.
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Cadillac Garden Club
Holiday Home Tour
Saturday, December 2nd
Cadillac
Cadillac Garden Club Holiday Home Tour - "Ode to Old and New". Saturday, December 2, 10am - 3pm. Four unique homes representing the 1880s to the present will be decorated in fresh flowers and greenery. Home locations are on the tickets, go to the website or call 517-285-0110. Tickets are $15 in advance at Horizon Books - Cadillac, or $20 at the door.
https://www.cadillacgardenclub.com/events.html
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Northern Michigan Christian School
Benefit Auction
Saturday, December 2nd
McBain
You’re invited to the annual "Building the Future Auction" at 6pm in the school gym and cafeteria. There will be a live and silent auction with prices ranging from a Florida vacation to all terrain Trek bicycles. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at the door. Join in for a night of community, appetizers, and desserts to raise funds to support NMCS students directly through the tuition assistance program. To learn more about Northern Michigan Christian School, visit their website at nmcs.us and discover the NMCS difference today!
Location: 128 S Martin St, McBain.
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Manton Schools PTO
Craft Show & Tree Auction
Saturday, December 2nd
Manton
Get ready for the season with this holiday craft show from 9am to 2pm.
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Traverse Bay United Methodist Haiti Mission Team
Christmas Wreath Sale
Saturdays Through December 2nd
Traverse City
Various sizes of wreaths, made of mixed greens with white pine cones and red bows, lovingly made by the Traverse Bay United Methodist Church Haiti Mission team. Location: Traverse Bay United Methodist Church - Bay Street @ M22N & M72 West.
Dates:
Saturday, November 25, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Saturday, December 2, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Proceeds will help fund the New Life Primary School in Mizak, Haiti.
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Kingsley Branch Library
Holiday Open House
Thursday, December 7th
Kingsley
Join the Kingsley Friends of the Library for an afternoon of cheer at the annual Kingsley Branch Library Holiday Open House on Thursday, December 7th, from 3:00 to 6:00 P.M. Enjoy homemade cookies, crafts, holiday handbell music, and a special visit with Santa! All ages are welcome, and this program is free and open to the public. For more information and requests for reasonable accommodations, please call the Kingsley Branch Library at 231-263-5484 or follow us on Facebook.
Location: 213 S. Brownson in Kingsley
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Presbyterian Church of Traverse City
Dinner Celebration
December 7th & 8th
TC
Prepare for a festive event with music, entertain and a scrumptious feast! Get tickets now. A portion of ticket sales benefit the TC Central Music Program.
Doors open at 5:30pm.
Call 231 946-5680 for tickets.
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Lake Ann Elementary
Craft Show
Saturday, December 9th
Interlochen
Over 70 vendors selling a wide variety of items from 10am to 3pm. There's something for everyone on your shopping list. Handmade items, holiday treasures, baked goods, jewelry, household goods and several upcycled creations. A great spot to pick up unique gifts.
19375 Bronson Lake Rd. Interlochen
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Interlochen Area Chamber of Commerce
Light Up Interlochen
Saturday, December 9th
Where: Interlochen
Event will feature a lighted art display with over 150,000 color changing lights and a 20-foot mega pixel tree with synchronized light and sound, fireworks, pre-packaged treats, beer/wine, grilled food tents, carriage rides, live reindeer and an appearance from Santa Claus. Events will be held at Tom’s Food Markets, located at 9475 Market Dr. Events will start at 3:00 p.m. and will include food vendors, beer/wine tent, carriage rides, live reindeer, treats for children, and more family friendly features.
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Love INC.
Donations for Caring Community Packs
During November
Cadillac
Love INC’s goal is to provide low-income families with the tools needed to become independent and productive members of the community. Community Care Packs are distributed to individuals, families and displace youth throughout Wexford, Missaukee and Osceola Counties. Supplies like soap, toothpaste, female products and deodorant are needed at this time.
Drop-off Location/info: Love INC. office between 9am and 3:30 pm at 753 Sunnyside Dr. in Cadillac or call 231-779-1888.
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Grand Traverse Conservation District
Peepers Program
Tuesday’s in November
Traverse City
The Peepers Program is an adult-accompanied program for early learners ages 3-5 years old, of all experience levels with the natural world. Join in for a 60-minute nature programs that include stories, crafts, music, and discovery activities. The program cost is $5 per child per session. Please pre-register. Register at www.natureiscalling.org/preschool-peepers-program
Boardman River Nature Center, 1450 Cass Rd., Traverse City, MI 49685
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Grass River Natural Area
Events
Throughout November
Bellaire
Celebrate autumn with a Wild Turkey Trot 5k where you can run or walk. You must pre-register. Also, enjoy Nature Trivia Night and much more at the Grass River Natural Area.
6500 Alden Hwy in Bellaire.
More info: grassriver.org
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Community Reformed Church
Thanksgiving Dinner
Thursday, November 23rd
Charlevoix
Everyone is welcome and the meal is provided at no charge. Eat in, take out and delivery available. Dinner is served from Noon to 3pm.
Location: 109 Elm St.
More info: Shelley 989 640-5260
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Traverse City Turkey Trot
5k Run/Walk & 5 Mile Flier
Thursday, November 23rd
Traverse City
Runners and walkers alike will be able to trot the streets of Traverse City once again this year for the 16th annual Thanksgiving Day Event! Registration is open for all to register for either the 5K or the 5 Mile Flyer. For the lowest price, make sure you register before September 5th! The Up North Media Traverse City Turkey Trot would like to give a special thank you to our long-standing presenting sponsor 4Front Credit Union!
To sign up or for more information, head to: http://tcturkeytrot.com/
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New Hope Community Church
Christmas Journey
First Two Weekends in December
Williamsburg
Experience the Story of Christmas from Creation to Bethlehem and beyond in a 45 minute tour completely outdoors. Watch scenes come to life as a guide leads you through a woodland path filled with actors, scenery and live animals.
ASL Interpretation Dec 01 7:00 pm
Free of charge, our gift to the surrounding area.
Come to The Christmas Journey!
December 1, 2, 3 and 8, 9, 10.
5:30-7:30 pm.
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Village of Thompsonville
Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration
Saturday, December 2nd
Thompsonville
Tree lighting is at 7PM. Visit With Your Friends at the Library Holiday Open House from 6 to 7 PM! Sing carols, visit with your neighbors, and enjoy some great treats! Located at 14744 Thompson Ave., Thompsonville. Questions? Call 231-378-2716.
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Bellaire Cross Country Program
2nd Annual Elf 5k Run/Walk
Saturday, December 2nd
Bellaire
The run/walk begins at 10am by the Bellaire Village Hall. Participants can sign up via the web or during packet pick up and the day of the event. Come join in for a Jolly time to help kick off the Holiday Season!!
https://runsignup.com/Race/MI/Bellaire/1stAnnualElfRunBellaire
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NorthernLight Church of Cadillac
Craft Show & Vendor Event
Saturday, December 9th
Cadillac
The event is from 9am to 4pm. There will be unique and special gifts, door prizes, a bake sale and a chili cookoff!
Location: 115 Cobb St. in Cadillac
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Rapid City Heritage Festival
Pancake Breakfast with Santa
Saturday, December 9th
Rapid City Twp Hall
Enjoy a breakfast fundraiser, photo op’s with Santa and some Christmas shopping! Breakfast is from 9am to Noon. There will be vendors and much more!
rapidcityheritagefestival.org
231 320-0121
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Betsie Valley District Library
Monthly Events
Various Dates & Times
Thompsonville
Events include a Community Art Project coming up on October 28th. The Betsie Valley Busy Bee Book Club monthly meeting, story time and Dungeons & Dragons.
Location: 14744 Thompsonville Ave.
More info: 231-378-2716
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Great Lakes Children’s Museum
Monthly Programs
Throughout the month
Traverse City
There are a variety of weekly programs for preschool and elementary age children. Events include Storytime Adventures, Kids Craft Lab and much more.
glcm.org
13240 S. West Bay Shore Dr.
Traverse City
231-932-5354
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Empire United Methodist Church
Grief Support Group
Ongoing
Empire
This Grief Support Group will be offered starting on Wednesday, January 11, from 12:30 to 1:30 PM. The purpose of this group is to lay a foundation for bereavement education and support. All individuals will be welcomed and valued in a safe, accepting, and comfortable environment. For further information or to sign up, please call Barb Foged at 231-633-3348.
Location: 10050 Michigan St. in Empire
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Disability Network Northern Michigan
Monthly Peer Support Events
Throughout the month
Traverse City
Peer support is one of the core services at Disability Network. Who better knows the issues that individuals face than another person with a disability? Events include a Men’s and a Women’s Group, Spirit Club, a Gaming Social Group, Beyond Taco Tuesday and more.
415 East Eighth Street Traverse City MI 49686
231-922-0903 866-869-8600 disabilitynetwork.org
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