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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

shelley@airadvantage.net

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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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