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Holiday Displays and Tree Lightings in Southeast Michigan
Get in the spirit with your family at these 2012 community events that feature loads of lights and other spectacles of the season
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Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony, Wayne
Dec. 4, 2012
Where: Wayne Historical Museum, 1 Towne Square St., Wayne
Time: 7-8 p.m.
Cost: free, $3/photos with Santa
Phone: 734-721-7400
Come see the tree lighting and get your picture taken with Santa for $3. Enjoy cookies and hot cocoa and holiday music from the St. Mary Choir.
City of Troy Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
Dec. 5, 2012
Where: Veterans Plaza, City Hall, 500 W. Big Beaver Road, Troy
Time: 7 p.m.
Cost: free
Phone: 248-524-3392
Kids are invited to visit with Santa Claus after he lights up the city tree. Then, the Athens High School Choirs (Magic! and Concert Choir) lead the sing-along caroling. Enjoy hot cocoa and holiday sweets, too. Sponsored by Genisys Credit Union.
Wixom Tree Lighting
Dec. 5, 2012
Where: Wixom Community Hall, 49015 Pontiac Trail, Wixom
Time: 6:30-8 p.m.
Cost: free
Phone: 248-624-4557
City hall lights up for the holiday season and starts with the celebration featuring a visit from Santa and his reindeer. Bring the whole family to this event, which includes free refreshments.
Canton Annual Tree Lighting
Dec. 5, 2012
Where: Summit on the Park, 46000 Summit Parkway, Canton
Time: 6-8:30 p.m.
Cost: $5/family
Phone: 734-394-5100
Kick off the holiday season at this annual township event including indoor and outdoor festivities, seasonal entertainment, refreshments and visits with Santa.
Christmas Aglow Tree Lighting, Shelby Township
Dec. 6, 2012
Where: Shelby Township Municipal Grounds, 52700 Van Dyke Ave., Shelby Township
Time: 7 p.m. (lighting around 7:15/7:30)
Cost: free
Phone: 586-731-0300
The Eisenhower High School choir and band lead the community in Christmas carols. Visit Santa's Snack Shop for hot cider and cookies, plus catch the marshmallow roast, horse-drawn carriage rides and kids craft area. After he lights the tree, Santa meets kids over in Historic Hope Chapel.
Brownstown Tree Lighting
Dec. 6, 2012
Where: Brownstown Community Center, 21311 Telegraph Road, Brownstown
Time: 6-9 p.m.
Cost: free
Phone: 734-675-0920
Santa returns to flip the switch and light up Brownstown's Christmas tree. Once the tree is all aglow, kids are encouraged to give Santa their wish lists and will receive a small gift in return. Entertainment is provided by the Downriver Community Band as refreshments are served.
Tree Lighting Ceremony, Chesterfield Township
Dec. 7, 2012
Where: Township offices grounds, 47275 Sugarbush Road, Chesterfield Township
Time: 7 p.m.
Cost: free
Phone: 586-949-0400
Swing by for Christmas caroling, Santa's arrival by fire truck and a holiday craft project. Cookies and cocoa are available at the Weller School (in the Historical Village). Plus, enjoy vocal performances by area school and scout groups. Note: Kids must be in line by 8 p.m. to visit Santa!
