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December 2018
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10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Free playgroup for children (birth to 5yrs) and parents or caregivers. Have fun while learning through song, play, friendship, and crafts. Children will enjoy a snack, social time with other children and a free book! Call (810) 664-2737 to register.
11:15 AM - 2:15 PM
Lapeer Recreation Center Preschool Playground. Play on our preschool sized playground equipment and enjoy the lunch time swim! Parent participation is required. $4 per person (1 and under free). Playground is NOT open if schools are cancelled.
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sleigh Ride and Dinner with Santa at Big Red Orchard: 4900 32 Mile Road, Washington, MI 48095. Tickets include a tractor pulled sleigh ride through the lighted orchard, dinner in the heated barn, and pictures with Santa!
 
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free coat distribution at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 90 Millville Road in Lapeer. Individual must be present to receive one coat each. Also available will be snow pants, gloves, scarves and boots.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARADE
Join us on Saturday, December 1, 2018 for our Annual Christmas Parade themed "A Charlie Brown Christmas" Sponsored by Milnes Ford. We welcome all to be a part of this long time tradition in Lapeer. All entry fees will be donated to Holiday Depot of Lapeer County to help give local children a bright Christmas. You can get a Parade form at the Chamber office.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Following the Christmas parade, Santa House visitation. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be available for children to visit at the Santa House in front of the farmer's market pavilion in downtown Lapeer.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Lapeer Recreation Center Holiday Fun with SANTA: Come have holiday FUN in the gym & pool with a craft, snacks, & see Santa too! Kids 10 & under with parent participation. (Parents are free, they must accompany children under 10 into the water)
COST: $10/child, no registration necessary!
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5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Santa House visitation. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be available for children to visit at the Santa House in front of the farmer's market pavilion in downtown Lapeer.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Free playgroup for children (birth to 5yrs) and parents or caregivers. Have fun while learning through song, play, friendship, and crafts. Children will enjoy a snack, social time with other children and a free book! Call (810) 664-2737 to register.
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Flint Cultural Center Holiday Walk 2018. Don't miss the Tree Lighting at 5:15pm.
This years festivities include: Caroling and Festive Live Music, a visit with Santa Claus, Planetarium Shows, and more!This is a FREE Community Event, however we ask those who can bring non-perishable food, clothing or personal care items to be donated to the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan.
11:15 AM - 2:15 PM
Lapeer Recreation Center Preschool Playground. Play on our preschool sized playground equipment and enjoy the lunch time swim! Parent participation is required. $4 per person (1 and under free). Playground is NOT open if schools are cancelled.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Ready-Set-Go!This is an entertaining FREE workshop for 3-5 year olds and caregivers. Enjoy FUN learning activities that will help develop your child's skills and prepare them for school. Children also enjoy a snack, story time, and a free book. Siblings are welcome. For more
3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Make your own Christmas ornament at Marlette Elementary School! Cost is $6 per ornament. You may pre-order or just drop in. All supplies will be provided. Ornaments will be ready for pickup on December 14th. All ages are welcome.
5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Lynch Elementary staff is proud to present our 1st annual “Holiday Extravaganza”. We invite you to join us to enjoy a fun filled night with your family and friends! HUGE RAFFLE of Gift Baskets, 50/50 Raffle, Silent Auction for decorated themed Christmas Trees, Secret Santa Shop, face Painting, crafts, games and SANTA!
Elva Lynch Elementary, 2035 Roods Lake Rd, Lapeer
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Santa House visitation. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be available for children to visit at the Santa House in front of the farmer's market pavilion in downtown Lapeer.
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
First Annual Books vs. Badges. Support Project Graduation 2019 by attending this basketball game. Lapeer High School Staff vs. Lapeer County Sheriff's Department. Lapeer High School will be hosting this event. Admission is $5. Doors open at 7pm. Sheriff McKenna will participate in a donut eating contest against the athletic director during half time!
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free coat distribution at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 90 Millville Road in Lapeer. Individual must be present to receive one coat each. Also available will be snow pants, gloves, scarves and boots.
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Santa House visitation. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be available for children to visit at the Santa House in front of the farmer's market pavilion in downtown Lapeer. Please note: Santa takes a break from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Metamora Horse and Carriage Holiday Parade:Metamora, Michigan's first annual Wassailing Celebration Horse and Carriage Holiday Parade hosted by the Metamora Area Chamber of Commerce.
No fire engines, no bands, no motorcycles
JUST HORSES!
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Bethlehem: An Original Musical. First Baptist Church of Lapeer, 1212 Knollwood Dr. Free Admission! Childcare for infants to 3 years old will also be provided.
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7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Bethlehem: An Original Musical. First Baptist Church of Lapeer, 1212 Knollwood Dr. Free Admission! Childcare for infants to 3 years old will also be provided.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Santa House visitation. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be available for children to visit at the Santa House in front of the farmer's market pavilion in downtown Lapeer.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Free playgroup for children (birth to 5yrs) and parents or caregivers. Have fun while learning through song, play, friendship, and crafts. Children will enjoy a snack, social time with other children and a free book! Call (810) 664-2737 to register.
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Lapeer County Health Department is hosting a 'Tis the Season seminar. Herbs and spices are a great way to give your food flavor. This class will look at how to prepare food that makes your taste buds happy while using less salt and more health-friendly seasonings. To register, call (810) 667-0448.
 
 
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Free family film festival at NCG cinemas Lapeer: The Polar Express!
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Santa House visitation. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be available for children to visit at the Santa House in front of the farmer's market pavilion in downtown Lapeer.
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Fa la la Lapeer Symphony Christmas Concert: Join us as we deck the halls with your favorite holiday music! Whether you’re nostalgic for familiar carols and hymns, long to sample holiday traditions around the world, or fancy the excitement of a ride on the Polar Express and chance encounter with the Grinch—you are sure to leave filled with holiday spirit!

This is a family-friendly concert and FREE of charge. Lapeer High School, 933 S. Saginaw St., Lapeer.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free coat distribution at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 90 Millville Road in Lapeer. Individual must be present to receive one coat each. Also available will be snow pants, gloves, scarves and boots.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Free family film festival at NCG cinemas Lapeer: The Polar Express!
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Santa House visitation. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be available for children to visit at the Santa House in front of the farmer's market pavilion in downtown Lapeer. Please note: Santa takes a break from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
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9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Free family film festival at NCG cinemas Lapeer: The Polar Express!
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Santa House visitation. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be available for children to visit at the Santa House in front of the farmer's market pavilion in downtown Lapeer.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Free playgroup for children (birth to 5yrs) and parents or caregivers. Have fun while learning through song, play, friendship, and crafts. Children will enjoy a snack, social time with other children and a free book! Call (810) 664-2737 to register.
 
 
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Free family film festival at NCG cinemas Lapeer: The Polar Express!
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Santa House visitation. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be available for children to visit at the Santa House in front of the farmer's market pavilion in downtown Lapeer.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Free family film festival at NCG cinemas Lapeer: The Polar Express!
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Santa House visitation. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be available for children to visit at the Santa House in front of the farmer's market pavilion in downtown Lapeer. Please note: Santa takes a break from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
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9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Free family film festival at NCG cinemas Lapeer: The Polar Express!
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Free family film festival at NCG cinemas Lapeer: The Polar Express!
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Santa House visitation. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be available for children to visit at the Santa House in front of the farmer's market pavilion in downtown Lapeer.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Free playgroup for children (birth to 5yrs) and parents or caregivers. Have fun while learning through song, play, friendship, and crafts. Children will enjoy a snack, social time with other children and a free book! Call (810) 664-2737 to register.
 
 
 
 
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11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Nature Tots: This class will give children ages 2 years and under the opportunity to explore the natural world with their parents, grandparents or care givers! Each month features a different nature theme with corresponding activities. The Nature Tots class will allow you and your child to interact with other participants, play with sensory toys, manipulatives, and explore our trails. Robert Williams Nature and Historical Learning Center
(10069 E. Atherton Rd. Davison).
 
 
For more information contact Linda DeTavernier, Great Start Collaborative of Lapeer County at 810-664-5917 ext 1179. Find this calendar at: www.my.calendars.net/greatstartlapeer
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