Weekend events promise lots of family fun
By Barb Pert Templeton
For those ready to embrace the holidays or perhaps just start getting into the spirit of the season the next few weekends offer plenty of events across St. Clair County for area families to enjoy.
Downriver both Marine City and Algonac will host their annual Christmas activities this Saturday, Dec. 2. Merritime Christmas in Marine City will welcome residents and visitors alike to an all-day schedule of activities beginning at 10 a.m. In nearby Algonac, Christmas in the Nac will kickoff at 6 p.m. with the city’s tree lighting followed by an evening of fun family activities.
While many of the events will be familiar from years past this year the Clay Township Police Department is getting into the act. They will host the debut of their ‘Free Photos with Santa’ this Saturday, Dec. 2 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jessica, a dispatcher at the police department, said the police officers’ association planned the event as they wanted to do something for the community during the holidays. She said a professional photographer will be on hand to take photos of children and families with Santa and parents need to simply provide their email address and the pictures will be sent to them.
Here is a list of the events happening over the next few weekends:
SATURDAY, DEC. 2
Who: Marine City Area Chamber of Commerce
What: Merrytime Christmas in Marine City
When: Festivities begin at 10 a.m.
Where: Downtown Marine City
Plus: Visits with Santa, shop and dine, discounts, characters, live music and more
Who: Marine City Area Chamber of Commerce
What: Visit Santa Claus at the Mariner
When: 12:00 to 3 p.m.
Where: The Mariner
430 South Water Street in Marine City
Santa spends some time with a youngster during Merritime Christmas 2022 in Marine City.
Plus: Meet Santa during Maritime Days
Who: Clay Township Police Department
What: Free Photos with Santa
When:10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Clay Township Police Department
4710 Pointe Tremble Road
Plus: Free photo downloads and snacks/drinks provided
Who: American Legion Post 8 in Port Huron
What: Holiday Market
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: American Legion Charles A. Hammond Post 8 in Port Huron
The Port Huron Charles A. Hammond Post will hold a holiday market on Saturday, Dec. 2 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
1026 Sixth Street in Port Huron
Plus: Wood working, wreaths, jewelry, treats, freeze dried sweets, crotchet items and more
SUNDAY, DEC. 3
Who: St. Clair County Farm Museum
What: Breakfast with Santa
When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Goodells County Park Community Center
8345 County Park Drive
Plus: Breakfast Menu includes pancakes, eggs, sausage, coffee and drinks; raffles, kids crafts, face painting and a bake sale.
Breakfast Cost: 12 and up $8; 11 and under $5
Who: Ira Township Recreation Department
What: Ira Township Annual Christmas Tree Lighting
When: 5:30 p.m.
Where: Ira Township Municipal Park
7085 Meldrum Road
Plus: Individual Christmas lights will be handed out courtesy of the Corbat Family. Santa
will arrive by fire truck @ approximately 5:30 pm. We will help Santa hand out goodie bags to the first 200 children. There will also be cocoa and cookies
SATURDAY, DEC. 9
Who: Caring Crafters of St. Clair County
What: 2023 Craft-A-Palooza
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Knights of Columbus in Marysville
1195 Gratiot Blvd.
Plus: Shop 80 vendors; Special Attraction from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. meet Santa, Mrs. Claus and the North pole Elves and get a photo; kids table to write letters to Santa; bring your stuffed bear or dog for story time enjoy treats from the concession stand.
Admission: $2 with children ages10 and under free; these proceeds will be donated to the K of C and the ARC of St. Clair County.
Who: Marine City Old Newsboys and Girls
What: Christmas Craft and Vendor Show
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Perch Point Conservation Club
7930 Meisner Road, Casco Township
Plus: Bring the kids to see Santa, purchase raffle tickets and enjoy pizza and pop for $5.
SUNDAY, Dec. 17
Who: Pearl Beach Lions
What: Visit with Santa – Free Event
When: 12:30 p.m.
Where: Pearl Beach Lions Club
9590 Phelps in Clay Township
Plus: Decorate a cookie to take home, get a present from Santa and other sweet treats.
