FARMINGTON HILLS — Oakland Community College theater students have a rare opportunity to debut a brand new musical before it ever hits Broadway.

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The Packard Proving Grounds Model Train Show is returning for a special two-day event Nov. 30 and Dec. 1.

ROSEVILLE — There is a home, built in 1921 and located at 19904 McKinnon St., whose charm and architectural style caught the attention of local Realtor Cheryl Gable.

ROSEVILLE — The city will be merry and bright Dec. 7 when the Roseville Neighborhood Watch Group holds its fifth annual Roseville Holiday Lights on Wheels Parade.

METRO DETROIT — Banish the “bah humbugs!” with seasonal songs, dances and tales as holiday shows make their way to stages in metro Detroit.

MADISON HEIGHTS — Stepping into the elevator at Madison Heights City Hall is like traveling back in time. Visitors are instantly taken to a museum with exhibits like a re-creation of the one-room Kendall School, which stood in the early 1900s when Madison Heights was still Royal Oak Township.

MOUNT CLEMENS — On Nov. 23, the Mount Clemens Santa Parade will make its annual stroll through the city, with marchers and floats leading old Father Christmas himself down Main Street and to Macomb Place, kicking off the holiday season.

METRO DETROIT — A look at five things to do during the weekend of Nov. 21-24.

NOVI — The third annual Fall Motor City Comic Con Nov. 8-10 took over the Suburban Collection showplace in Novi and provided the perfect opportunity for people to cosplay as their favorite comic book, film or television heroes.

TROY — For musicians with any level of band experience, the Heritage Concert Band of Troy provides multiple opportunities to come together and perform.

GROSSE POINTE FARMS/CITY — Thousands are expected to usher in the holiday season as the Grosse Pointe Santa Claus Parade makes its way along Kercheval Avenue in Grosse Pointe Farms and Grosse Pointe City Nov. 29.

GROSSE POINTE FARMS — Parents aren’t the only ones who have to grapple with empty nest syndrome. Sometimes it’s tough for grandparents to watch their grandkids fly away, too.

BLOOMFIELD HILLS — Momentarily step into 1930s England during Bloomfield Hills High School’s production of “Me and My Girl” Nov. 21-23.

ROYAL OAK — The Guild of Artists & Artisans will host the ninth annual Royal Oak Market: Art Fair Edition from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Nov. 21-22.

SHELBY TOWNSIHP — Jill Ballantyne has been named as the Shelby Township Senior Center’s Featured Artist for the months of November and December.

WARREN — The Warren Community Response Emergency Team gave a presentation at the City Council’s committee of the whole meeting Oct. 15 to share what they do and how it helps the community.

FARMINGTON — This year has been one of celebration for Farmington, as it is the city’s 200th year of existence.

STERLING HEIGHTS — Over three decades after it happened, Manny Gonzales still remembers what he describes as “my best Thanksgiving ever.”

WARREN — Although more than 80 years have passed since Gino D’Ambrosio went to war, there are certain memories that never faded.

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — There is always a challenge to be had between balancing authenticity and heightened reality when approaching musical theater