Livonia Thrives with Community Fun, Metro Detroit Heats Up for November 15-16 Weekend

Greenmead and Community Hubs Lead the Local Charge

Greenmead Historical Park is a central hub for family activity on Saturday, November 15th. The morning kicks off with the Stuff-A-Pet Party - The Scarecrow's Hat from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM at the Alexander Blue House, offering a scarecrow-themed craft session for children ages 4-10 (advance registration required). Following that, the popular Barnyard Buddies children's program runs from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM, also requiring advance registration.

For adults and community members, the New Livonia Senior Wellness Center is hosting a Community Open House from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Saturday at its new location on Five Mile Road. This is a great opportunity to tour the facility and learn about programs offered. Meanwhile, those getting an early jump on holiday planning can head to Busch's Fresh Food Market on both Saturday and Sunday for a Holiday Meals and New Prepared Dishes Taste Testing Special.

The weekend wraps up with a major local event, the Holiday Sip & Shop Craft Show, taking place Sunday, November 16th, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Monaghan’s Banquet Center. With dozens of local crafters and vendors, this is the perfect place to find unique gifts.

Local Groups and Arts

Several other community-focused activities are scheduled in Livonia. The 2025 Joint Founders Day Brunch, a ticketed event hosted by the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. chapters, will be held at the Laurel Manor Banquet & Conference Center at 11:00 AM on Saturday. Also, the Faith 101: Saturday Brunch & Bible Study is scheduled at 8900 Middlebelt Rd.

Local theater fans can look forward to school and youth productions. The Franklin Players are performing Descendants The Musical at Franklin High School, and the Motor City Youth Theatre presents “Sherlock and the Irregulars: The Great Blackmail Case” at the Motor City Theatre. Be sure to check local listings for exact showtimes and ticket details.

A Full Slate in Metro Detroit

For those willing to travel a little, the broader Metro Detroit area is buzzing with major events. The Motor City Comic Con continues through the entire weekend at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi.

Sports fans have several options on Saturday, including the Detroit Red Wings vs. Buffalo Sabres NHL game at 7:00 PM at Little Caesars Arena. College hoops fans can catch the Michigan Wolverines vs. Notre Dame Fighting Irish Women's Basketball game at Wayne State Fieldhouse, or the Defiance College Yellow Jackets at Oakland Golden Grizzlies Men's Basketball game in Rochester. Sunday features the Michigan State Spartans at Michigan Wolverines Women's NCAA Volleyball game at the Crisler Center in Ann Arbor.

On the concert and performance front:

• Classical: The Detroit Symphony Orchestra performs Bignamini Conducts Mozart and Beethoven at Orchestra Hall on Saturday (10:45 AM and 8:00 PM).
• Rock/Metal: Saturday night is packed with The Academy Is... at The Fillmore, Fit for a King in Royal Oak, and Mac Saturn at Saint Andrew’s Hall.
• Theater: Broadway fans can enjoy multiple performances of A Christmas Story, The Musical at the Fox Theatre and the elegant Dance Theatre of Harlem at the Detroit Opera House throughout the weekend.

Weekend Event Summary Table (November 15 – 16, 2025)

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