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Saturday, December 22, 2012

Fenton Church to Host Live Nativity

Event will take place at 4 p.m. Sunday.

Organizers say visitors can experience the birth of Jesus at the Fenton United Methodist Church. Church officials will host a Live Nativity at 4 p.m. Sunday at 119 South Leroy Street. The adventure will take visitors back in time for a experience first-hand the birth of Jesus. The annual Living Nativity features live animals and professionally crafted scenery to provide a memorable Christmas experience. Light refreshments are offered. There is no cost.

Wednesday, December 21, 2011

Weekend Planner: Live Nativity, Caroling, Open Swim and Metroparks' Christmas Appreciation Day

Here's a look at what's happening around the Fenton area this weekend.

1. SEE A LIVE NATIVITY Where: Fenton United Methodist Church, 119 S. Leroy St., Fenton When: 6-9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 23 Cost: Free Why go: The nativity, which will be in the courtyard of its north campus building,  features people dressed in costume as well as live animals; caroling also will take place and refreshments are available in the church hall. 2.  HOLIDAY OPEN SWIM Where: The Aquatic Fitness Center in Hartland High School, 10635 Dunham Rd, Hartland When: 12:30-2 p.m. and 7:30-9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 23 Cost: $5 per person (children under the age of three are admitted free of charge) Why go: Get away from the everyday routine. This event, which is fun for all ages, features access to two pools, hot tub, water slides and a current …

Wednesday, December 14, 2011

Weekend Planner: Jesus Walk, Open Mic, Theater and Live Nativity

Here's a look at what's happening around the Fenton area this weekend.

1. JESUS WALK Where: Tyrone Covenant Presbyterian Church, 10235 White Lake Road, Fenton When: 5-8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 17 and Sunday, Dec. 18 Cost: Free Why go: Enjoy 20-minute outdoor walks that discuss events foretelling and preceding Jesus' birth. After the walk, you're invited into the church for homemade refreshments (coffee, hot chocolate, punch, cookies, finger foods, popcorn, etc.) and musical performances. 2. 'CHILD OF THE PROMISE' 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: Or buy tickets online here. 3. 'A VISIT TO THE NORTH POLE: ELF PARTY 2011'  Where: Fenton Village Players, 14197 Torrey Road, Fenton When: 7 p.m. …

Saturday, December 10, 2011

Weekend Countdown: Church's Live Nativity is a 51-year-long Tradition

Bringing you the latest and greatest for the weekend in Fenton and the surrounding area.

Our pick for today: 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.  Come back to Fenton Patch Wednesday for more weekend-things-to-do options. Or, visit our Events guide here.

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