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Dec
14
Sat
2024
Light up Market Center Park @ Market Center Park,
Dec 14 2024 @ 5:00 pm – Jan 4 2025 @ 10:00 pm
Light up Market Center Park @ Market Center Park, | Southgate | Michigan | United States

Come and enjoy a spectacular Christmas light display in Market Center Park!

Did you miss Santa at our annual Tree Lighting and Christmas Express Train Rides? Don’t worry! Santa’s mail box will be accepting letters in Market Center Park during our Light up the Park event!

There’s something for everyone! We can’t wait to share a bit of holiday cheer!

Dec
21
Sat
2024
Grosse Ile Holiday Boutique @ Customs House - corner intersection of East River Rd. & Parkway
Dec 21 all-day

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Dec
22
Sun
2024
Grosse Ile Holiday Boutique @ Customs House - corner intersection of East River Rd. & Parkway
Dec 22 all-day

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VFW Lions Sunday watch PaRtY! @ VFW Post 1136
Dec 22 all-day
VFW Lions Sunday watch PaRtY! @ VFW Post 1136 | Wyandotte | Michigan | United States

November 
Sunday, November 3  at Green Bay Packers 4:25 p.m.
Sunday, November 10  at Houston Texans 8:20 p.m.
Sunday, November 17  vs. Jacksonville Jaguars 1:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 24  at Indianapolis Colts 1:00 p.m.

December 
Sunday, December 15  vs. Buffalo Bills 4:25 p.m.
Sunday, December 22  at Chicago Bears 1:00 p.m.
Sunday, December 30  at 49ers 8:15 pm

January 
Sunday, January 5 vs. Minnesota Vikings TBD

**Make sure to confirm due to up coming Holidays**

 

Fantasyland 2024 in Lincoln Park
Dec 22 @ 4:00 pm

Fantasyland is a magical place filled with the sights, sounds, and smells of the Christmas season!!!

IMPORTANT NOTE TIMES/DAYS:

  • Wednesday, Thursday & Fridays – 4 pm to 8 pm
  • Saturday & Sundays – 2 pm to 8 pm
  • LAST DAY is Dec. 24th, Christmas Eve – 10 am to 2 pm

Open every year since 1964, we continue the tradition so many families look forward to each year. See what it’s like up at the North Pole, where Santa’s elves are busy building, repairing, polishing, baking, tending reindeer, and all of the other chores that go into making Christmas happen. You’ll hear carols being sung by our Fantasyland School children’s choir and the figures in the Shadow Boxes The aromas of peppermint, cookies, and chocolate hang in the air. Be sure to see the trains upstairs in the Lincoln Park Train Club.

Make your visit with us even more special by taking a few moments to chat with Santa himself!

**Click on the picture for more details**

Taylor Winterfest Light Stroll @ Heritage Park
Dec 22 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Taylor Winterfest Light Stroll @ Heritage Park | Taylor | Michigan | United States

Stroll through our winter-wonderland light fest with characters, treats, a photo with Santa and Mrs. Claus and so much more.

Event runs from December 19-23. Entry gate (and parking) is at the Heritage Park Petting Farm.

Walk through the Petting Farm and around Coan Lake. Dress warm, because event is mainly outdoors. Time slots available beginning at 6 p.m. with the final slot at 7:30 p.m. (must be present, at gate no later than 7:45 p.m. for entry).

Pre-registration is not required https://www.universe.com/events/winterfest-light-stroll-2024-tickets-1GSX5B?fbclid, but encouraged for quicker entry. Various pricing for individuals; family pack available.

Dec
23
Mon
2024
Taylor Winterfest Light Stroll @ Heritage Park
Dec 23 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Taylor Winterfest Light Stroll @ Heritage Park | Taylor | Michigan | United States

Stroll through our winter-wonderland light fest with characters, treats, a photo with Santa and Mrs. Claus and so much more.

Event runs from December 19-23. Entry gate (and parking) is at the Heritage Park Petting Farm.

Walk through the Petting Farm and around Coan Lake. Dress warm, because event is mainly outdoors. Time slots available beginning at 6 p.m. with the final slot at 7:30 p.m. (must be present, at gate no later than 7:45 p.m. for entry).

Pre-registration is not required https://www.universe.com/events/winterfest-light-stroll-2024-tickets-1GSX5B?fbclid, but encouraged for quicker entry. Various pricing for individuals; family pack available.

Dec
24
Tue
2024
Fantasyland 2024 in Lincoln Park
Dec 24 @ 4:00 pm

Fantasyland is a magical place filled with the sights, sounds, and smells of the Christmas season!!!

IMPORTANT NOTE TIMES/DAYS:

  • Wednesday, Thursday & Fridays – 4 pm to 8 pm
  • Saturday & Sundays – 2 pm to 8 pm
  • LAST DAY is Dec. 24th, Christmas Eve – 10 am to 2 pm

Open every year since 1964, we continue the tradition so many families look forward to each year. See what it’s like up at the North Pole, where Santa’s elves are busy building, repairing, polishing, baking, tending reindeer, and all of the other chores that go into making Christmas happen. You’ll hear carols being sung by our Fantasyland School children’s choir and the figures in the Shadow Boxes The aromas of peppermint, cookies, and chocolate hang in the air. Be sure to see the trains upstairs in the Lincoln Park Train Club.

Make your visit with us even more special by taking a few moments to chat with Santa himself!

**Click on the picture for more details**

Bar Bingo @ VFW Post 1136
Dec 24 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Bar Bingo @ VFW Post 1136 | Wyandotte | Michigan | United States

Join us for food, and fun, and maybe you’ll leave with a bingo win and some money in your pocket!

It is super simple and fast play; all rules will be explained in advance!

As always, every penny the Auxiliary raises goes directly back into helping Veterans, Post 1136 cost-sharing for repairs and improvements, fundraisers for National and Department programs, and supporting Veterans and their families in YOUR community. In the last month alone your Auxiliary has raised over $2,000 with our weekly Lions watch party meals, raffles, fundraising, and more. Those funds helped in the following ways this month.

**Make sure to confirm due to up coming Holidays**

Dec
26
Thu
2024
Fantasyland 2024 in Lincoln Park
Dec 26 @ 4:00 pm

Fantasyland is a magical place filled with the sights, sounds, and smells of the Christmas season!!!

IMPORTANT NOTE TIMES/DAYS:

  • Wednesday, Thursday & Fridays – 4 pm to 8 pm
  • Saturday & Sundays – 2 pm to 8 pm
  • LAST DAY is Dec. 24th, Christmas Eve – 10 am to 2 pm

Open every year since 1964, we continue the tradition so many families look forward to each year. See what it’s like up at the North Pole, where Santa’s elves are busy building, repairing, polishing, baking, tending reindeer, and all of the other chores that go into making Christmas happen. You’ll hear carols being sung by our Fantasyland School children’s choir and the figures in the Shadow Boxes The aromas of peppermint, cookies, and chocolate hang in the air. Be sure to see the trains upstairs in the Lincoln Park Train Club.

Make your visit with us even more special by taking a few moments to chat with Santa himself!

**Click on the picture for more details**

Corn Hole @ VFW Post 1136
Dec 26 @ 6:30 pm

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**Make sure to confirm due to up coming Holidays**

Dec
27
Fri
2024
Fantasyland 2024 in Lincoln Park
Dec 27 @ 4:00 pm

Fantasyland is a magical place filled with the sights, sounds, and smells of the Christmas season!!!

IMPORTANT NOTE TIMES/DAYS:

  • Wednesday, Thursday & Fridays – 4 pm to 8 pm
  • Saturday & Sundays – 2 pm to 8 pm
  • LAST DAY is Dec. 24th, Christmas Eve – 10 am to 2 pm

Open every year since 1964, we continue the tradition so many families look forward to each year. See what it’s like up at the North Pole, where Santa’s elves are busy building, repairing, polishing, baking, tending reindeer, and all of the other chores that go into making Christmas happen. You’ll hear carols being sung by our Fantasyland School children’s choir and the figures in the Shadow Boxes The aromas of peppermint, cookies, and chocolate hang in the air. Be sure to see the trains upstairs in the Lincoln Park Train Club.

Make your visit with us even more special by taking a few moments to chat with Santa himself!

**Click on the picture for more details**

Dec
28
Sat
2024
Flat Rock Model Train Depot @ FR Train Depot & Museum
Dec 28 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

We will be running 16 model trains.

Halloween exhibits and trains will be featured.

**Click on the picture for all the details**

Fantasyland 2024 in Lincoln Park
Dec 28 @ 4:00 pm

Fantasyland is a magical place filled with the sights, sounds, and smells of the Christmas season!!!

IMPORTANT NOTE TIMES/DAYS:

  • Wednesday, Thursday & Fridays – 4 pm to 8 pm
  • Saturday & Sundays – 2 pm to 8 pm
  • LAST DAY is Dec. 24th, Christmas Eve – 10 am to 2 pm

Open every year since 1964, we continue the tradition so many families look forward to each year. See what it’s like up at the North Pole, where Santa’s elves are busy building, repairing, polishing, baking, tending reindeer, and all of the other chores that go into making Christmas happen. You’ll hear carols being sung by our Fantasyland School children’s choir and the figures in the Shadow Boxes The aromas of peppermint, cookies, and chocolate hang in the air. Be sure to see the trains upstairs in the Lincoln Park Train Club.

Make your visit with us even more special by taking a few moments to chat with Santa himself!

**Click on the picture for more details**

Dec
29
Sun
2024
Fantasyland 2024 in Lincoln Park
Dec 29 @ 4:00 pm

Fantasyland is a magical place filled with the sights, sounds, and smells of the Christmas season!!!

IMPORTANT NOTE TIMES/DAYS:

  • Wednesday, Thursday & Fridays – 4 pm to 8 pm
  • Saturday & Sundays – 2 pm to 8 pm
  • LAST DAY is Dec. 24th, Christmas Eve – 10 am to 2 pm

Open every year since 1964, we continue the tradition so many families look forward to each year. See what it’s like up at the North Pole, where Santa’s elves are busy building, repairing, polishing, baking, tending reindeer, and all of the other chores that go into making Christmas happen. You’ll hear carols being sung by our Fantasyland School children’s choir and the figures in the Shadow Boxes The aromas of peppermint, cookies, and chocolate hang in the air. Be sure to see the trains upstairs in the Lincoln Park Train Club.

Make your visit with us even more special by taking a few moments to chat with Santa himself!

**Click on the picture for more details**

Dec
31
Tue
2024
Kids Noon Year’s Eve @ Parkside Gardens Banquet Hall
Dec 31 @ 11:30 am – 12:30 pm

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Noon Years Eve! @ Market Center Park
Dec 31 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Noon Years Eve! @ Market Center Park | Southgate | Michigan | United States

More information to come!

Fantasyland 2024 in Lincoln Park
Dec 31 @ 4:00 pm

Fantasyland is a magical place filled with the sights, sounds, and smells of the Christmas season!!!

IMPORTANT NOTE TIMES/DAYS:

  • Wednesday, Thursday & Fridays – 4 pm to 8 pm
  • Saturday & Sundays – 2 pm to 8 pm
  • LAST DAY is Dec. 24th, Christmas Eve – 10 am to 2 pm

Open every year since 1964, we continue the tradition so many families look forward to each year. See what it’s like up at the North Pole, where Santa’s elves are busy building, repairing, polishing, baking, tending reindeer, and all of the other chores that go into making Christmas happen. You’ll hear carols being sung by our Fantasyland School children’s choir and the figures in the Shadow Boxes The aromas of peppermint, cookies, and chocolate hang in the air. Be sure to see the trains upstairs in the Lincoln Park Train Club.

Make your visit with us even more special by taking a few moments to chat with Santa himself!

**Click on the picture for more details**

Bar Bingo @ VFW Post 1136
Dec 31 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Bar Bingo @ VFW Post 1136 | Wyandotte | Michigan | United States

Join us for food, and fun, and maybe you’ll leave with a bingo win and some money in your pocket!

It is super simple and fast play; all rules will be explained in advance!

As always, every penny the Auxiliary raises goes directly back into helping Veterans, Post 1136 cost-sharing for repairs and improvements, fundraisers for National and Department programs, and supporting Veterans and their families in YOUR community. In the last month alone your Auxiliary has raised over $2,000 with our weekly Lions watch party meals, raffles, fundraising, and more. Those funds helped in the following ways this month.

**Make sure to confirm due to up coming Holidays**

Jan
5
Sun
2025
VFW Lions Sunday watch PaRtY! @ VFW Post 1136
Jan 5 all-day
VFW Lions Sunday watch PaRtY! @ VFW Post 1136 | Wyandotte | Michigan | United States

November 
Sunday, November 3  at Green Bay Packers 4:25 p.m.
Sunday, November 10  at Houston Texans 8:20 p.m.
Sunday, November 17  vs. Jacksonville Jaguars 1:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 24  at Indianapolis Colts 1:00 p.m.

December 
Sunday, December 15  vs. Buffalo Bills 4:25 p.m.
Sunday, December 22  at Chicago Bears 1:00 p.m.
Sunday, December 30  at 49ers 8:15 pm

January 
Sunday, January 5 vs. Minnesota Vikings TBD

**Make sure to confirm due to up coming Holidays**

 

Jan
11
Sat
2025
Flat Rock Model Train Depot @ FR Train Depot & Museum
Jan 11 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

We will be running 16 model trains.

Halloween exhibits and trains will be featured.

**Click on the picture for all the details**

50th Anniversary of the Community Center @ Lincoln Park Community Center
Jan 11 @ 7:00 pm
50th Anniversary of the Community Center @ Lincoln Park Community Center | Lincoln Park | Michigan | United States

It is the 50th Anniversary of the Community Center and we are celebrating with a game with the Detroit Red Wings Alumni Association! Our Lincoln Park Police Department and Lincoln Park Fire Department will be playing against Detroit Red Wings Alumni.

Tickets are available to purchase online https://tinyurl.com/2w7758bf and in-person at the Community Center and the Bandshell. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door.

Jan
17
Fri
2025
Spill the TEA – Stroll through downtown Wyandotte
Jan 17 @ 12:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Spill the TEA - Stroll through downtown Wyandotte @ Wyandotte | Michigan | United States

Join us for some gossip and a good cup of tea. Stroll through downtown Wyandotte making your very own tea blend while catching up on the latest bits of gossip.

Each participating store with have specials and refreshments making this event the talk of the town. What was the hottest bit of information? Who wore what? Be sure to not miss this intriguing event.

Jan
18
Sat
2025
Flat Rock Model Train Depot @ FR Train Depot & Museum
Jan 18 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

We will be running 16 model trains.

Halloween exhibits and trains will be featured.

**Click on the picture for all the details**

Murder Mystery Fundraiser @ The Grecian Center
Jan 18 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Come join us for a thrilling evening of mystery and intrigue and get ready to put your detective skills to the test as you work to solve a mysterious whodunit. This in-person event promises to be a night full of surprises, suspense, and fun!

Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to support a great cause while enjoying an unforgettable experience. Grab your friends and family, and get ready for a night of excitement at the Murder Mystery Fundraiser to help benefit Downriver Foster Closet!

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