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An Outdoors Adventure Alternative To Black Friday Shopping

Many people look forward to the sales and deals offered by retailers on Black Friday. Then there are those individuals who want nothing to do with the hustle and bustle or large, and sometimes unruly crowds. 

There is good news for the latter individuals, Friends of the St. Clair River is offering a unique alternative for those who would much rather be out and about in nature. They are holding their annual Opt Outside Hike on Friday, November 25th, at 10 AM, located at Columbus County Park. 

The event is free and features options for self-led quests, guided hikes, and a children’s scavenger hunt. Guests are encouraged to wear boots and proper clothing to hike through terrain such as hills, woodlands, and wetlands. There will also be a large bonfire with s’mores and hot cocoa, along with a 20oz insulated tumbler available for purchase. 

Guests are encouraged to register by November 21st at: scriver.org.

Reporting for WGRT – George James

The Great Grocery Gift Food Drive

Inflation is on the rise, and the cost of living is making it tough for the average American family to provide basic necessities. To help those in need this Thanksgiving, St. Clair County Community Mental Health (SCCCMH) will be asking for help and participation from the community.

To participate in “The Great Grocery Gift,” you can pick up a reusable grocery tote at one of their four locations. The tote will have an attached grocery list that you can go out to purchase from your local grocer. You will then return the filled tote to any of the four SCCCMH locations where they will then distribute said items to those individuals and families in need during the week of Thanksgiving.

The list consists of 17 items, with the deadline for returning filled totes being no later than 5 PM on Friday, November 18th.

For more information visit them on Facebook at: St. Clair County Community Mental Health

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

The St. Clair Annual Lighted Santa Parade Brings Christmas Cheer

He sees you when you’re sleeping, he knows when you’re awake, so make sure you visit Santa at the Annual Lighted Santa Parade in St. Clair.

On Friday November 18th, beginning at 6 PM, the festivities begin. The parade will feature local community groups and businesses welcoming Santa with a key to the city. After the parade Santa will lead the crowd in counting down the Community Tree Lighting. There will also be time to meet with Santa and two of his live reindeer in the Candy Cane Corral located in the Riverview Plaza Park. 

For more information about the event visit: cityofstclair.com/annual-santa-parade.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Pop Culture Fans Anticipate Blue Water International Comic Con

If comic book heroes, and pop culture television shows are your thing, then you may want to mark your calendars for the upcoming event at the Blue Water Convention Center. 

Fantasticon is bringing another show to the Blue Water Area on Saturday, November 19th which will feature names from popular television shows such as Kevin Duhaney and Jeff Parazzo who both had roles in the Power Rangers series. Former Marvel and DC artist Jason Moore will be attending the event as well, along with many other writers, vendors, and industry influencers. 

The Blue Water International Comic Con will be held from 12:15 PM – 7:15 PM. Tickets are $5 in advance and $10 the day of the show. You can also purchase VIP tickets which allow early entry to the event. 

For more information visit their website here: fantasticon.net.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Grand Opening Of Indigenous Art Show

If you’re a fan of art this event is for you. If you’re a fan of Indigenous art, then you’ll definitely want to attend the grand opening of the Indigenous Art Show in Lapeer, MI. 

The Lapeer Sketchbook and Stone’s Throw Theater are inviting the community out to the free event taking place on Friday, November 4th. The art show will focus on Indigenous artists from the Great Lakes Area. There will be pieces that include beadwork, paintings and more. There will also be hoop dancing, hand drumming, and singing.

Some of the featured artists that will be displaying their work include names such as Dawn Silk, Jessica Rummel, and Jill Joseph.  

For more information, visit their Facebook page: Indegenous Art Show Grand Opening

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Blue Water Area Churches Community Thanksgiving Service

Thanksgiving is a time to celebrate family and friends. To be grateful for all of the blessings one has in their life. What better way to celebrate those blessings than with church family and friends.

The Blue Water Area Churches are holding a Community Thanksgiving Service on Tuesday, November 22nd, at 7 PM. The service will be held at Port Huron Assembly of God. It will include an evening of worship, reflection, and praise to God for the many blessings one has received. 

Blue Water Area Churches is a group of 50+ churches who collaborate to serve their community in the name of Christ. 

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell