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Holiday 2012

Wednesday, November 21, 2012

Tree Lightings, Downtown Rochester Aglow, and Other Holiday Events Nearby

Looking for some holiday cheer within an hour's drive? We've got lights, Santas, parades and more happing in the greater Detroit area.

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. Winter Artists Market: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 25, at Leon and Lulu, the market features fabulous finds from more than 40 Michigan artists. You will find wall art, jewelry, ceramics, photography, fiber art and much more.  Tips and donations will benefit the Salvation Army.  As always, they will be serving delicious roller rink fare and lots of fun. 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), …

Tuesday, November 20, 2012

Surviving Family Conflict at the Holidays: Advice From a Mom, a Rabbi, and a Therapist

We asked experts—a Royal Oak business owner/busy mom, a rabbi and a family therapist—for help coping with family from Thanksgiving through the New Year. Here are six steps to making it through.

Far too often the holidays come and go, leaving a trail of emotionally exhausted and psychologically destroyed. Despite the quaintness of the season, family parties and tetchy in-law situations can make it hard to remember why this time of year is considered to be the most mirthful. This year, why not eschew the anguish of family get-togethers by preparing yourself in advance? Why not take the advice of our three experts— a psychologist, a rabbi and a busy working mother of two — all of whom offered their take on interpersonal best practices. The following are six simple steps to making the most of your holiday experience: Temper expectations Anyone who has ever been responsible for the holiday cooking knows the abject terror something as …

Saturday, November 17, 2012

Santa Arrives! And Other Holiday Fun in Oakland County This Weekend (Nov. 17-18)

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.

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…

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