City of Interest

Felicity Strings to perform at library

The Brighton District Library will usher in the holiday season with the help of Felicity Strings, a trio of musicians that will perform a medley of vocal and string selections playing the hammered dulcimer, harp and bass from 7 - 8:30pm on November 30 in the library’s room A/B.
The program is funded by the Friends of the Brighton District Library. For more information, call 810.229.6571 ext 222.

American Red Cross Blood Drives

November 30
Noon to 6pm

Livingston County American Red Cross chapter
1372 W. Grand River Ave
Howell, MI

Warm the Children

Warm the Children is a program sponsored by The Livingston Community News and The Ann Arbor News that uses reader donations to buy winter clothing for needy children. The News pays all administrative costs, so a dollar donated is a dollar for a child.

The program runs each autumn.

To donate, please send a check to Warm the Children, c/o The Ann Arbor News, P.O. Box 1147, Ann Arbor, MI 48106-1147.

For more details, please call 734.994.6733

What type of tree is right for you?

• Balsam fir
  Dark green, fragrant foilage contribute to the desirability of this species as a Christmas tree. Somewhat open in growth habit and form, the strong branches permit the use of heavier ornaments. Soft needles and a straight stem have made this a traditional favorite for many.
 

• Concolor fir
  An elegant tree with silver-green foilage that is displayed in an upright, sweeping manner. Medium length needles, excellent needle retention, and pleasing brandh habits make this a most attractive and desirable tree.
  
  

• Douglas fir
  An excellent species with fragrant, relatively short needles. Douglas fir holds its needles well and is not affected by cold temperatures as some grown in warmer climates are. Moderately strong branches make this an easy tree to decorate.

• Fraser Fir
  Closely related to balsam fir, this species is known for its dark green needles with silvery undersides. A pleasing fragrance combined with upright branches, straight stems and excellent needle retention make this tree increasingly popular.

• Blue spruce
  Known for its attractive bluish foliage, this species is gaining increased popularity as a Christmas tree. The Colorado Blue Spruce has an attractive pyramidal shape and stiff branching which makes this tree very easy to decorate. Although somewhat bulky to ship, demand for this tree by consumers is increasing.

• White spruce
  A popular tree known for its traditional appearance and ease of decorating. Soft, short needles and strong branches permit the use of larger and heavier ornaments. Dark green to greenish-blue color contributes to the attractiveness of this species.

• Scotch pine
  A traditional favorite known for its excellent needle retention and strong branch characteristics. A tree with medium length needles of excellent color. This tree is a good shipper and has the ability to hold up well on retail lots in warm climates.

• White pine
  Renowned for its elegant, symmetrical shape, the white pine is growing popularity as a Christmas tree. The white pine has beautiful soft needles with excellent color and retention, and holds up extremely well during handling and shipping.

Christmas Tree Farms in Livingston County

• Clore’s Tree Farm

3996 W. Coon Lake Road
Marion Township, MI
517.548.5149
When: 9am to 5pm Saturdays and Sundays until Christmas
What: Spruce and Scotch pine
Price: Cut any tree for $25

• Cohoctah Meadows

11450 Durand Road
Cohoctah Township, MI
517.552.1663
When: 9am to dusk December 3 & 4
What: White and blue spruce; Douglas, balsam and concolor firs
Price: Start at $25, u-cut

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The Greater Brighton Chamber of Commerce is preparing to light up Brighton. Mr. & Mrs. Santa Claus will be arriving in town by reindeer sleigh. There will be singing, local bands and much more for the entire family. For more information, please call the Chamber, at (810) 227-5086.

Time: 5:30pm
Place: Downtown Brighton Main Street in front of Mill Pond
Price: Free Admission

Howell Fantasy of Lighs Parade

Come out and see the Illuminated floats, marching bands, and Santa Claus.

Starts: 7:00pm
Location: Grand River Avenue, Howell Michigan
More Details: 517.546.3920

Hay Rides with Santa

5:30 - 8pm
Howell Nature Center
1005 Triangle Lake Road
Marion Township, MI

Enjoy an evening hay ride with Santa Claus, then sip hot cocoa and nibble on Christmas cookies in the lodge where each child will visit with Santa and receive a special gift. Hay rides will leave every half hour. Reservations required.

Cost: $7 for adults and $5 for children under 12

Details 517.546.0249

Also December 3, 9, & 10

Santa Express

Noon, 2pm, 4pm & 6pm
Howell Depot
128 Wetmore St
Howell, MI

Bring the kids to ride the train and meet Santa. Based on the classic children’s book “The Polar Express” by Chris Van Allsburg.

Details: 866.608.0746
Also on November 27, December 3, 4, 10, 11, 17 & 18

The Greater Brighton Chamber of Commerce is preparing to light up Brighton. See all the beautiful Millpond trees glow as we turn on the Christmas lights! Mr. & Mrs. Santa Claus will be arriving in town by reindeer sleigh. There will be singing, local bands and much more for the entire family. For more information, please call the Chamber, at (810) 227-5086.

Time: 5:30pm
Place: Downtown Brighton Main Street in front of Mill Pond
Price: Free Admission