Plenty to do for the holidays around Clare County

There’s lots to see and do around the area.
If you are in a holiday mood, local Veteran, Lecia Griffin will have her White House Christmas ornaments on display at the Clare Union Depot. You will have a chance to view these ornaments.
If you are looking for unique gifts, please check out the local artists work at the Clare Union Depot. The Depot is open Monday through Friday 10 to 4.
Clare High School Paint Night Nov 12
Clare High School is having a paint night on November 12 starting at 6 pm. Cost is $20; Contact the high school 989-386-7789. Amanda Fletcher is the art teacher in charge.
Treasure Sale in Lake Nov 15 & 16
Friends of Garfield Township Parks Annual Christmas “Treasure” Sale
will be held on November 15 & 16 from 9-3 at Lake Station Depot, The Depot is located at 7844 Mystic Lake Drive. Shop for Christmas “Treasures” and gifts at the depot. Enjoy the holiday decorations around the Rail Trail. You will also have the option to make your own wreath. (please note, they can only accept cash.)
Pere Marquette Library Adult Crafts Nov 21
November 21 @ 1 painted ornaments.
December 5 @ 1 Crafts with Caroline. Christmas wreaths.
Registration is required to ensure there is enough materials. Contact the Library to register.
Cards by Cat’s Creation Nov 11; Nov 14
November 11 at 5:30 at Pere Marquette Library
November 14 at noon at Clare Union Railroad Depot.
You will make 6 holiday cards for $28. Register with the Pere Marquette Library or Cathy at williams602@chartermi.net
Harrison District Library Classes
November 11: at 4. Painting with Chelsey. $18
November 13 @ 1: paint brush a Santa
November 20 @ 1 paint a Christmas ornament
December 2 @ 3:30-4:30 Children’s craft. Paint a wooden ornament
December 9 @ 3:30. Teen craft: paint a gnome.
Registrations is required to ensure there is enough materials. Contact the library to register
Deer Widows Sip & Shop Weekend Nov 15-17
Cardinal & Clover Collaborative with The Evening Post Bar & Grill are excited to bring you a Deer Widows Sip & Shop Weekend November 15-17!
Drop a Buck on great racks of clothes, home goods and gifts the relax at the Evening Post. Also accepting donation for Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week.
Harrison Shop Local Holiday Open House Nov 16
Mark your calendar for the annual Shop Local Holiday Open House in Harrison. 9 am – 5 pm Saturday, November 16.
Harrison High School Market Nov 16
will have their annual Arts and Craft Market on November 16 from 9-3. Contact Mary Oakley at moakley@harrisonschools.com for booth reservation form.
Holiday Craft Fair Nov 23
November 23 from 10-3 at the Church of the Nazarene. They are currently looking for vendors. For more information, email ccncraftfair@gmail.com
Ace Hardware’s Ladies Night Nov 23
First Annual Ladies Night at Ace Hardware! Ladies grab a friend and head to Ace Hardware of Clare and enjoy a night just for you. Food samples from Big Green Egg, Traeger, and Weber.. Need to get Christmas shopping done? 20% off throughout the store on non-sale merchandise. FREE gift wrapping too!
Christmas @ the Cabin Holiday Market Nov 24
Sunday, November 24th, 2024 from 11am-3pm at Jay’s Sporting Goods located at 8800 S Clare Ave. Clare, MI for an amazing Outdoor Christmas Market experience like no other!
Small Business Saturday Nov 30
Small Business Saturday is all about shopping local and supporting those small businesses that need YOU! Come shop around Clare/Farwell and support our businesses! Put your name into the drawing at each participating business for a chance to win a prize!
Paint and Four Dec 5
Northern Michigan Alliance is hosting a paint and four. This is for children and their parents or a responsible adult. It is scheduled for December 5 at Hamilton Township Hall 3042 N Rodgers Ave, Harrison.
Christmas in Clare Dec 7
Christmas in Clare: December 7. CCAC will be doing a children’s make and take in the basement of the Depot from 10 am to 2 pm.”
Kid’s Holiday Event at Surrey Library Dec. 14
Surrey Township Library is having a Kid’s Holiday Event at the Library. On Saturday December 14 from 10 to 12 youth ages 7 to 17 will be painting with the Elves. This is a free event. Space is limited. Call the Library at 989.588.9782 to reserve your space.
Kari Lynch to perform at Ideal Theatre Dec 17
Local musician, Kari Lynch will be at the Clare Ideal Theatre on December 17 @ 7.It will be a Christmas show. Tickets are $10 and the proceeds will benefit Mid Michigan Community Action Agency. Contact Mid Michigan Alliance at 989.386.3805 for more information
Farwell Winter Markets Nov 23; Dec 14; Feb 8
Farwell is holding 3 winter markets this year. November 23, December 14, and February 8. They are from 9 to 1 and located at 124 W Illinois, Farwell. Contact Tonya for more information at tonya@villageoffarwell.org
Paint and Four Dec. 5th
Northern Michigan Alliance is hosting a paint and four. This is for children and their parents or a responsible adult. It is scheduled for December 5 at Hamilton Township Hall 3042 N Rodgers Ave, Harrison.
Kid’s Holiday Event at Surrey Library Dec. 14
Surrey Township Library is having a Kid’s Holiday Event at the Library. On Saturday December 14 from 10 to 12 youth ages 7 to 17 will be painting with the Elves. This is a free event. Space is limited. Call the Library at 989.588.9782 to reserve your space.
Kari Lynch to perform at Ideal Theatre Dec 17
Local musician, Kari Lynch will be at the Clare Ideal Theatre on December 17 @ 7.It will be a Christmas show. Tickets are $10 and the proceeds will benefit Mid Michigan Community Action Agency. Contact Mid Michigan Alliance at 989.386.3805 for more information
Farwell Winter Markets Nov 23; Dec 14; Feb 8
Farwell is holding 3 winter markets this year. November 23, December 14, and February 8. They are from 9 to 1 and located at 124 W Illinois, Farwell. Contact Tonya for more information at tonya@villageoffarwell.org
CCAC classes
Birch Studio class Nov 19
November 19: Birch Studio class will be held at 1 pm with Jenny Clark. You will create a beautiful cylinder candle holder. You will be able to choose your leaves or flowers of your choice, plus your back ground color. a $25 deposit will hold your spot. Total cost for the class is $30.
Glass Crafting Class presented by CCRC Nov 13
November 13: Great Lakes Crafting will help you create a 16-inch lighted glass tress starting at 6 pm. $30 non-refundable deposit. Total cost of the class is $68.
Christmas in Clare at the Depot Dec 7
CCAC will be doing a children’s make and take in the basement of the Depot. Contact the Chamber at 989.386.2442 to register or for more information
CCAC classes Reminder
If you are interested in taking a CCAC class, please contact Carron to register for the class. Her number is 989.698.6539 or email at clnevill42@gmail.com Then you can either send her money or use PayPal to pay your deposit. Also PLEASE let Carron have your phone number. This is in case there is a change in the class.