Sunday, December 2, 2012
A large crowd of excited children welcomed Santa to the Governor Warner Mansion Saturday.
After listening to children's wishes during Holly Days Saturday, Santa made a second visit in Farmington, at the Governor Warner Mansion. Santa helped the Farmington Area Jaycees light a 14-foot Christmas tree, donated by Trident Trees and on display in the Mansion's gazebo. Families ushered him into the gathering with a rousing chorus of "Santa Claus is Coming to Town," led by students from School of Rock in Farmington. With the lighted tree behind them, Santa helped Jaycee Kristin Garstka read "A Visit From St. Nicholas ('Twas the Night Before Christmas)". He then moved to the mansion porch to listen to children's Christmas wishes. During the evening, visitors lined up to take docent-led tours of the city-owned museum, which is …
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Friday, November 30, 2012
Enjoy Victorian holiday decorations, music and more at the historic home on Grand River in Farmington.
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Friday, November 30, 2012
On Saturday, Dec. 1, start the holiday season right with the 27th annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony and open house at the Governor Warner Mansion. Join the Farmington Area Jaycees and Mansion volunteers for this old-fashioned holiday evening of family fun from 5 p.m.-7 p.m. The Mansion opens at 5 p.m. for tours, and Santa Claus arrives at 5:30 p.m. to light the 14-foot Gazebo Christmas tree that begins the outdoor festivities. After singing carols by candlelight and reading a classic Christmas tale, warm up around the nearby fire pit, head over to the heated Carriage House for cookies and hot chocolate, or get pictures taken with Santa on the porch. When the outdoor activities are over, come inside the Mansion to view the magnificent…
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Celebrate Holly Days in downtown Farmington or catch the opening weekend of "1940s Radio Hour" at Farmington Players.
A busy holiday weekend is on tap in Farmington and Farmington Hills, and we've got a full calendar of activities that begin with the opening of a new play at the Farmington Players Barn in Farmington Hills. Browse through the photos above to learn about weekend events, then click on the links below for more information: Check our calendar for more activities, classes and events happening today and throughout the week. If your event isn't listed, feel free to add it.
Wednesday, November 28, 2012
Saturday activities and events include a Gifts and Greens Market, Santa visits, stories, crafts, tree lighting and much more.
If you don't have the holiday spirit after Saturday, it won't be for lack of opportunities to find it. Farmington-Farmington Hills Patch has your guide to a wide range of activities and events happening in Farmington and Farmington Hills on Dec. 1, from Holly Days to a Kwanzaa celebration. And if you see an event we missed, let us know in the comments! Enjoy an all-you-can-eat breakfast and a visit with Santa, then stay for a family craft time. Cost for breakfast is $5, $3 for ages 5-12 and free for kids under age 5. There's a $5 per family fee for craft materials. 8 a.m. Orchard United Methodist Church, 30450 Farmington Rd., Farmington Hills. There will be three seatings for this Swedish breakfast, featuring coffee, tea, fruit soup, …
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32580 Grand River Ave, Farmington, MI
Crafting for a Warm S.O.U.L.
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Orchard United Methodist Church
30450 Farmington Rd, Farmington Hills, MI
Breakfast with Santa
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Salem United Church of Christ
33424 Oakland St, Farmington, MI
Christmas Craft Show
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The Farmington Community Library Main Library
32737 W 12 Mile Rd, Farmington Hills, MI
Kwanzaa celebration
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Ginger's Cafe & Gourmet Shoppe
32905 Grand River Ave, Farmington, MI
Yule Blog
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Faith Covenant Church
35415 W 14 Mile Rd, Farmington Hills, MI
St. Lucia Breakfast
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Farmington Community Library, Farmington Branch
23500 Liberty St, Farmington, MI
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Farmington Civic Theater
33332 Grand River Ave, Farmington, MI
Free movies
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Governor Warner Mansion
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Open House, Tree Lighting
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Mike Greer Photography
33316 Grand River Ave, Farmington, MI
Santa's Workshop
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Walter E. Sundquist Farmington Pavilion & Riley Park
Grand River Ave & Grove St, Farmington, MI
Greens & Gifts Market, Visit with Santa
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Mentobe Cafe
33336 Grand River Ave, Farmington, MI
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Saturday, November 24, 2012
Looking for some holiday cheer within an hour's drive? We've got lights, Santas, parades and more happing in the greater Detroit area.
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Saturday, November 24, 2012
Other than shop and eat, there's more to do this holiday around town. Of course, on Thanksgiving, there's the Turkey Trot and America's Thanksgiving Parade downtown Detroit. Here's a roundup of other events in and around Oakland County Thanksgiving week. Holiday Tree Lighting: 6 p.m. Nov. 21 at Shain Park. That is also the first day for the Santa House in Shain Park (lasts through Dec. 24), and the first day for carriage rides around the city (through Dec. 22). Holiday lighting ceremony: Nov. 27, 6:30 p.m., at the municipal campus, 11 Mile and Orchard Lake Roads. Watch the unity candle and tree lights come on and enjoy a visit with Santa and refreshments. Lagniappe and the lighting of downtown Rochester: Businesses will give small gifts …
Saturday, November 17, 2012
Looking for some holiday cheer in the area? Santa is busy this weekend with a parade in Royal Oak, listening to wishes in Troy, and arriving in Rochester Hills.
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Saturday, November 17, 2012
Santa has a busy agenda this weekend. He's going to be traveling around Oakland County for a parade, a welcome and other fun events. Santa Scamper in downtown Royal Oak: The half-mile run along Washington Avenue on Nov. 18 is open to all walkers, joggers, and runners. The noncompetitive event takes place at 1:30 p.m., just ahead of Royal Oak's Holiday Magic Parade. Registration includes a race number, Santa hat, McDonald’s coupon and hot chocolate after the run to enjoy while watching the parade. Holiday Magic Parade in downtown Royal Oak: Get into the holiday spirit along Washington Avenue with over 80 parade units, including marching bands, floats, musical performances, circus acts and Santa. After the parade, visit Santa at the Emagine…
Friday, November 9, 2012
Santa and Mrs. Claus, free movies and a tree lighting ceremony are all part of the Dec. 1 event.
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Friday, November 9, 2012
A Greens and Gifts Market, holiday crafts and stories and a visit from Santa are all part of the Holly Days celebration, held Dec. 1 in and around downtown Farmington. Kids of all ages will enjoy a visit with Santa from noon to 4 p.m. at the Walter E. Sundquist Pavilion. Focal Point Studio of Photography will offer free photos with Santa. Students from Oakland Community College Culinary Studies Institute will offer an ice carving demonstration at noon, and families can leave new pairs of socks and mittens on the Tree of Wishes, for donation to a local charity. The Mike Greer Photography Studio at 33316 Grand River becomes Santa’s Workshop from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., with a Kids Holiday Craft Area, free gift wrapping, refreshments and story time…
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Salem United Church of Christ
33424 Oakland St, Farmington, MI
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The Vines Flower and Garden Shop
33245 Grand River Ave, Farmington, MI
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Farmington Civic Theater
33332 Grand River Ave, Farmington, MI
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Mike Greer Photography
33316 Grand River Ave, Farmington, MI
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Walter E. Sundquist Farmington Pavilion & Riley Park
Grand River Ave & Grove St, Farmington, MI
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