Weekend Planner: Christmas Pageant, 'Elf Party,' Live Nativity and Santa
Here's a look at what's happening around the Hartland area this weekend.
1. CHURCH HOSTS ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PAGEANT, BREAKFAST
Where: Hartland United Methodist Church, 10300 Maple Road, Hartland
When: 10 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 18 (pageant); United Methodist Men host a breakfast that runs from 8-9 a.m. preceding the pageant.
Cost: Free; however, a free-will offering is accepted for the breakfast
Why go: Live from Bethlehem features cute kids, Christmas songs and much more!
Where: Hartland High School, 10635 Dunham Road, Hartland
When: 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 17 and 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 18
Cost: $10; purchase tickets in person at:
- First Presbyterian Church of Brighton
- Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce
- Love INC of the Greater Livingston Area
3. SQUIRES RETURNS FOR SECOND ANNUAL CHRISTMAS SHOW
Where: Kahuna Coffee, 1836 N. Old U.S. 23, Hartland (Howell mailing)
When: 6:30 p.m. Friday, December 16
Cost: Free
Why go: Enjoy Squires' special blend of music in a show designed for the whole family!
4. LIVE NATIVITY AT HARDY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Where: Hardy United Methodist Church, 6510 E Highland Rd, Oceola Township (Howell mailing)
When: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 16 and Saturday, Dec. 17
Cost: Free
Why go: This 51st annual event features a live Nativity scene, a free drama every 30 minutes and refreshments inside the church, which is decorated with additional Nativity scenes. If you desire a peaceful moment, feel free to slip into the open santuary for prayer or meditation.
5. 'A VISIT TO THE NORTH POLE: ELF PARTY 2011'
Where: Fenton Village Players, 14197 Torrey Road, Fenton
When: 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 16 and 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 17
Cost: $5 at the door
Why go: 'Elf Party 2011' is this year's Fenton Village Players' fabulous holiday production; it's a one-hour show followed by cookies and more North Pole fun in the lobby! Bring your cameras to have your picture taken with Santa after the show!
MORE EVENTS:
- Meet Santa and Mrs. Claus at Historic School at 1 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 18 at Lyon One-Room Schoolhouse, 11455 Buno Road, Brighton
- Church Hosts 25th Annual 'Jesus Walk' at 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 17 and Sunday, Dec. 18 at Tyrone Covenant Presbyterian Church, 10235 White Lake Road, Fenton
- Waldenwoods Hosts Santa Breakfast, Activities from 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, Dec. 17 at Waldenwoods Resort & Conference Center, 2975 N. Old US 23, Hartland Township (Howell mailing)