For many families, cutting their own Christmas Tree is an annual tradition – or one they want to start. Personally, I’ve always had an artificial tree, but over the years readers have asked me where they can go to get their tree. Thanks to reader suggestions over the years for their input in this list of Ann Arbor Christmas Tree […]
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I remember having Breakfast with Santa when I was a child. It was definitely an experience I wanted to share with my daughter. There are several Ann Arbor Santa Meal options in Ann Arbor and Washtenaw County. I’ve also partnered with other sites in Southeast Michigan to bring you a list of all the opportunities to Dine with Santa throughout Southeast […]
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Kickoff the holiday season by heading to one of the many Christmas tree lightings. Even better, several of the tree lighting ceremonies include a Christmas parade. Festive lighting evening holiday parades are lots of fun – as long as it isn’t too cold. We also have information on daytime parades. Southeast Michigan Christmas Tree Lightings & Parades Tree lightings and […]
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Our Ann Arbor Christmas Guide will help you fit in all the fun local activities this holiday season. With family gatherings, holiday parties, shopping, and more, the holiday season is always busy. It’s a challenge to fit everything in. Ann Arbor Christmas Lists Our calendar is full of holiday events that it can be hard to find just the type of event that you are looking […]
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For many families seeing The Nutcracker is an annual holiday tradition. We are lucky to have a number of Ann Arbor Nutcracker performances to choose from. Featured Nutcracker Performances: Disclosure: The following events have paid for increased exposure. Randazzo Dance Company’s The Nutcracker – December 8 & 9 Ann Arbor Nutcracker Performances: If you know of any Nutcracker Ann Arbor performances […]
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Holiday crafts are a definite holiday tradition. I have numerous handmade ornaments on my Christmas tree. Some that I made as a child and some that my daughter has made. Making an ornament is a great way to keep your child’s holiday crafts over the years. Holiday Crafts at Home Tri-Bead Ornaments Tri-Bead Ornaments are one of my perennial favorites. […]
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Last year the Henry Ford Museum hosted my family for 2017 Holiday Nights at Greenfield Village. This is one of our favorite annual traditions. One thing that I love about Greenfield Village is that it is so large and there are so many extra activities that we always seem to find something new. Also, don’t forget to check out our […]
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Gingerbread Houses and Gingerbread People cookies are a traditional part of the holiday season. But they can be a mess to make at home. We’re lucky that ther are a number of Ann Arbor Gingerbread Events around town. There are events to make real Gingerbread Houses, fake Gingerbread houses, and also Gingerbread Contests. Ann Arbor Gingerbread Events
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Since today is Giving Tuesday, I thought I would highlight our local Ann Arbor organizations that provide so many family fun activities throughout the year. I’ve also highlighted a few non-profits that support kids and families. Ad: Leslie Science & Nature Center Join Leslie Science & Nature Center on Giving Tuesday as we “pop up” at Bookbound with animals and […]
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I love Christmas Movies! We’ve got a list of Ann Arbor Christmas Movie Times. My favorite Christmas Movie is Miracle on 34th Street, my husband’s favorite is National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, and my daughter loves Home Alone. This year, my daughter and I are in luck – both of our favorites are showing as part of the Michigan Theater’s Holiday Classic Series. Michigan Theater […]
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