By Pat Maurer
Correspondent
Looking for something fun to do, or great ideas for Christmas giving?
There’s lots to see and do around the area and the holiday happenings have already begun!
If you love Christmas decorations, 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, while you are there, check out the local artists work for sale at the Depot. The Depot is open Monday through Friday 10 to 4.
And there’s lots more on tap throughout the county and the area!
Harrison VFW Post 1075 Craft Show Nov 23
Holiday shopping at the Harrison VFW , 3190 N. Clare Avenue: Annual Craft Show from 10 am to 3 pm , Free admission! Gifts, Jewelry, Crafts, Food items and much more.
Holiday Craft Fair Nov 23
November 23 from 10-3 at the Church of the Nazarene. For more information, email ccncraftfair@gmail.com
Ace Hardware’s Ladies Night Nov 23
It’s the 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 some Christmas shopping done? You don’t need to leave town. There’s 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 South Clare Ave. Clare, MI for an amazing Outdoor Christmas Market experience like no other!
Harrison Mommy and Me Cake Class Nov 26
An amazing night at Longer Table, 122 North Second Street in in Harrison from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. Decorate your choice of a six-inch vanilla or a six inch fallfetti cake.
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!
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.
Children’s Craft – Christmas Ornament Dec.2
Free craft for kids at the Harrison District Library, 125 W. Beech Street, from 3:30 to 4:30 pm December 2nd. Go to https://www.jotform.com/243044717240045 to sign up.
Surrey Twp Library Christmas Tree Ornament Workshop Dec 4
Surrey Twp Library is hosting a Christmas Ornament Tree workshop on December 4th from 6-8. Cost $20 which includes everything. Space is limited to 20 people. Reserve your space by calling 989.588.9782.
Crafts with Caroline – Christmas Wreath Dec 4
Come to the Harrison District Library, 125 W. Beech Street, Harrison December 4 from 1 to 3 pm to make a beautiful Holiday Wreath. Free craft, registration required: https://form/jotform.com.
Crafts with Caroline Dec 5 Pere’ Marquette District Library Dec 5
December 5 at 1 pm. Crafts with Caroline will be making Christmas wreaths.
Registration is required to ensure there is enough materials. Contact the Library to register.
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 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 Plans for other activities at the depot include an outdoor craft show, Santa arriving, carriage rides, an interactive Tae4kwondo demonstration and more to be announced in next week’s issue of the Review with times and details.
Teen Gnome Holiday Craft Dec 9
Free Teen Craft at the Harrison District Library, 125 W. Beech Street December 9th from 3:34 – 4:30 pm. Registration required. Call the Harrison Chamber for more details…989-539-6011.
PMDL Gingerbread House Decorating Party Dec 12
Pere Marquette Library is hosting a gingerbread decorating party on December 12 from 5-7. This is a free event.
4th Annual Harrison Lighted Christmas Parade Dec 14
Join or watch the 4th annual Christmas Parade, sponsored by the Harrison Fire Department. Line-up at the Harrison Fairgrounds at 5pm, Parade at 6 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.
Farwell Winter Markets Nov 23; Dec 14; Feb 8
Farwell is holding three 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
Kari Lynch to perform at Ideal Theatre Dec 17
Local musician, Kari Lynch will be at the Clare Ideal Theatre on December 17 @ 7 pm. 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
