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Nighttime is the right time! The right time for a fall evening lantern hike to see… er… hear the sounds and activities of the night.
How to prepare your yard and garden for the winter season. Learning to help our feathered friends through the colder months.
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All supplies will be provided. Bring your own beverages.
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For an appointment, please visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-red cross (1-800-733-2767)
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Listen to a park ranger read aloud two picture books and sing a few nursery rhymes. Intended for young children, but all are welcome! It’s FREE!
Music and a catered meal – call (313) 291-7740 for details.
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6pm – 8pm on:
November 15th
November 22nd
November 29th
Learn about the habits and habitats of the extraordinary owl during this unique evening program. Begin with a short presentation to discuss some interesting facts about owls, before heading out on the trails to see if we can call in an Eastern Screech Owl or two.
Ages 8+. $6 per person. Advanced pre-registration required online or call 734-782-3956.
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$5 for Taylor residents; $8 for non-residents. Pre-registration is required!
Registration Fees for Bike Through the Lights – Registration Link
Adults
$31.50 until October 31, 2025
$36.50 from November 1 through noon on November 14
$40.00 at Packet pick up on November 17 and on event day (November 18)
Kids (18 and younger)
$20 until October 31, 2025
$26.50 from November 1 through noon on November 14
$35.00 at Packet pick up on November 17 and on event day (November 18)
Online registration will take place until November 11 at noon. Registration will also take place at Packet Pickup at Merriman Hollow Park (7651 N. Merriman Rd.) on Monday, November 17 from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM and on event day, November 18, from 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM. Cash/check only for on-site registration.
– Doors open at 6:00pm, BINGO begins promptly at 6:30pm
– $10 per person entry fee, includes 4 BINGO cards
– Special 1 X 1 cards available for $5 each
– Pumpkin Pie interlude
– Cash Bar – NO outside beverages please!
– Snacks are permitted and encouraged!
– Benefits Wyandotte Rowing Scholarship Fund
A limited number of tables for 8 people may be reserved and paid in advance for $80 – Contact Karen (734) 285-8449 for details
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Lightfest hat and medal guaranteed to the first 1,000 participants for the Lightfest Run/Walk.
*Participants will receive a 2025 Lightfest hat, Lightfest 2025 medal, transportation back to the start line after the event and post event snacks
The start line is at Merriman Hollow Park in Westland (7651 N. Merriman Road in Westland) and the finish line is at Warrendale Park near the Hype Recreation Center (23302 W. Warren Avenue in Dearborn Heights). Hines Drive will be closed for vehicle traffic for the event.
Please park at the start area and shuttle busses will transport you back to Merriman Hollow after the event.
Registration Fees for the Lightfest Run/Walk – Run Registration Link
Adults
$36.50 until October 31, 2025
$41.50 from November 1 through noon on November 14
$45 at Packet pick up on November 17 and on event day (November 19)
Kids (18 and younger)
$26.50 until October 31, 2025
$31.50 from November 1 through noon on November 15
$35.00 at Packet pick up on November 17 and on event day (November 19)
*Cash/check only for on-site registration*
Online registration will take place until noon on November 14. Registration will also take place at Packet Pickup at Merriman Hollow Park (7651 N. Merriman Hollow Road, Westland) on Monday, November 17 from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM and on event day, November 19, from 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM. Cash/check only for on-site registration.
No dogs are allowed due to the bus transportation and large amount of participants. There is a 2.5 hour time limit for participation for the Lightfest Run/walk.
The Wayne County Lightfest is a magical five-mile stretch of Hines Park, displaying nearly 50 animated themed displays and more than 100,000 lights.
The Lightfest will be open Wednesday – Sunday from Thursday, November 20, 2025 until Sunday, December 24, 2025 from 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM. The Lightfest will be closed Monday and Tuesday evenings. There will be two bonus days the LightFest will be open on Monday, December 22 and Tuesday, December 23!
Lightfest Fees
– Cars $5.00 cash
– Commercial van/RV/limo $20.00 cash
– Mini-Bus (20 passenger) $25.00 cash
– Bus (40+ passenger) $50.00 cash —
Get ready to eat your way through a weekend of flavor at the Yack Arena Parking Lot!
Friday, November 21 | 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 22 | 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Kick off the holiday weekend with a delicious lineup of food trucks serving everything from savory favorites to sweet treats. Whether you’re coming for the Tree Lighting, the Christmas Parade, or to enjoy the festive atmosphere, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Bring your appetite and join us for this fun, community-focused event!
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The Wayne County Lightfest is a magical five-mile stretch of Hines Park, displaying nearly 50 animated themed displays and more than 100,000 lights.
The Lightfest will be open Wednesday – Sunday from Thursday, November 20, 2025 until Sunday, December 24, 2025 from 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM. The Lightfest will be closed Monday and Tuesday evenings. There will be two bonus days the LightFest will be open on Monday, December 22 and Tuesday, December 23!
Lightfest Fees
– Cars $5.00 cash
– Commercial van/RV/limo $20.00 cash
– Mini-Bus (20 passenger) $25.00 cash
– Bus (40+ passenger) $50.00 cash —
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Get ready to eat your way through a weekend of flavor at the Yack Arena Parking Lot!
Friday, November 21 | 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 22 | 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Kick off the holiday weekend with a delicious lineup of food trucks serving everything from savory favorites to sweet treats. Whether you’re coming for the Tree Lighting, the Christmas Parade, or to enjoy the festive atmosphere, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Bring your appetite and join us for this fun, community-focused event!
The Blitzen the Dotte Fun Run/Walk has been a fall tradition for 16 years. Thousands of runners and walkers have participated in this fun November event over the years to help raise money for the youth rowing programs sponsored by the Wyandotte Boat Club.
Wear your most festive running gear and enjoy this exciting annual event before the 82nd Annual Wyandotte Christmas Parade!
Event options:
- Start time 9am – 5k run/walk at the corner of Biddle and Pine
- Start time 8:30 am – “Little Reindeer” 1/4 Mile Run for Kids, Start and finish location is behind Wyandotte Boat Club
For more information and to register online click here: https://wyandotteboatclub.com/blitzen-the-dotte/?fbclid
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