Behind the Magic at Bronner’s CHRISTmas Wonderland
Anyone who knows me (or has access to my Facebook photo albums) knows Christmas is my favorite holiday. I host an annual kick-off-to-Christmas party on Nov. 1, where I, along with my very closest friends, hang the lights and garland, make Christmas cookies and coffee, decorate the tree and watch a holiday movie. With the Christmas season fast-approaching,...
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Celebrate the Stories Behind the Holidays
Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa — many of the big holidays celebrated this season — started with a story. This holiday season CAWLM takes a look at the stories of three holiday traditions and how members of the Lansing community celebrate them. Hanukkah — Festival of Lights In 165 B.C., the Greeks and Syrians ruled Jerusalem and would not let the Jews...
Continue ReadingMy Community: Silver Bells in the City
Complete with musicians, fireworks, Christmas tree lighting and an electrical light-up parade, more than 150,000 came together to celebrate Silver Bells. Floats included Wall-E, a Rudolph truck and musicians from local public school events. [Show as slideshow] ...
Continue ReadingMy Community: Delhi Charter Township Tree Lighting
The community gathered at the Community Services Center in Holt for the 14th annual tree lighting. While watching, people were invited to enjoy hot chocolate and cookies, and meet the guest of honor, Santa Claus. Festive music was provided by Holt High School’s choir and band. [Show as slideshow] ...
Continue ReadingMy Community: Festival of Trees
A traditional event from Lansing’s past was brought to life again this holiday season. Trees were decorated in everything from Disney characters to M & Ms. These festive trees were displayed and auctioned off to benefit local charities. [Show as slideshow] ...
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