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Happy December, West Bloomfield!

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CAN YOU BELIEVE WE’RE ALREADY WRAPPING UP 2021? Time really flies when

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This month, we highlight the magic of the winter season, with holiday celebrations,

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festive light displays and cold-weather activities. On page 16, the Schwartz family

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(aka: the adorable mom, dad and kiddos on the cover) discuss their traditions and plans for Chanukah this year. Not only do we catch up with them this issue, but we also feature Salon and Co.’s Chelsey Langerman, who provides DIY updo tips for those with upcoming holiday party plans (page 18), as well as the executive manager of Cadillac of Novi, Edward Pobur, who talks about why the 2022 Cadillac XT6 would make a great holiday present this year (page 22). If you’re looking for some ideas on things to do out of the house this month, be sure to check out our Calendar (page 32) and Local Experiences (page 14) sections. We recognize, though, how appealing sweatpants on the couch sounds as the weather starts to get colder, so we also reached out to the staff at the West Bloomfield Township Public Library to learn of their recommended December book picks (page 34), as well as the owners of Kidcreate Studio - Bloomfield to hear about two kids’

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FEATURES 16 On the Cover The Schwartz family shares traditions and plans for Chanukah this year.

18 DIY Updo Upcoming holiday party calling for an updo? Local salon suite owner provides DIY steps.

22 Won’t fit under the tree, but... Cadillac of Novi’s Ed Pobur discusses why you need the ‘22 Cadillac XT6.

26 Two Kids’ Holiday Crafts With holidays coming up, Kidcreate

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AROUND TOWN children continue to be virtual. The Library’s meeting room is being renovated and will not be available until early 2022. For more information, check out the Library’s website at westbloomfieldlibrary.org.

WB TOWNSHIP LIBRARY REMOVED TIME RESTRICTIONS AND OPENED STUDY AREAS The West Bloomfield Township Public Library is open regular hours at both branches, and there is no time limit on length of visit. Masks are recommended but not required. The Library’s study rooms are available

GREATER WEST BLOOMFIELD HISTORICAL SOCIETY VOLUNTEERS KEPT BUSY THROUGHOUT PANDEMIC

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Lake Museum reopened in September. Throughout CONTINUED >

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AROUND TOWN the closure, volunteers worked to not only renovate and redesign galleries but create original historical content, open house programs and videos, as well. The Museum is now open 1 to 4 p.m. the first, second, fourth and fifth Sundays and the third Fridays of each month. The second Sunday Open House remains a themed open house. See gwbhs.org for details.

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On the Cover

THE SCHWARTZ FAMILY SHARES TRADITIONS AND PLANS FOR CHANUKAH THIS YEAR.

R abbi Daniel, E l a n a , J e n n a , Av i a nd M ica h Schwa r tz HOW DOES YOUR FAMILY CELEBRATE CHANUKAH? We try to gather with family on as many of the eight nights of Chanukah as we can. We will light the candles

is exciting to have family coming in from out of town– we can’t wait to see them and celebrate together.

together, say the blessings and then enjoy some of the traditionally oily foods like latkes (potato pancakes) and

HOW DO YOUR KIDS TAKE PART IN

sufganiyot (jelly-filled donuts). Elana is an award-winning

THE CELEBRATIONS?

latke maker. She entered a competition a few years ago

In our house, they each get to kindle

with Jewish Senior Life in West Bloomfield, using a recipe

their own chanukiyah (the special nine-

from her sister-in-law that had feta and artichoke in it. We

branched candelabra), sing the blessings/

always try experimenting with new recipes and bring back

song and help cook. They love helping in

the traditional recipes, too. Our kids receive presents–

the kitchen, making some of the traditional

some nights, toys, and other nights, more practical items

Chanukah foods, and it’s always exciting

like clothes. We also celebrate with our Temple family.

to see what “secret” ingredient they want to put in the latke batter, and when we let

WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING MOST FORWARD TO

them, to see if those eating them can iden-

ABOUT THE HOLIDAY THIS YEAR?

tify what it is. The kids enjoy choosing gifts

This year, in addition to our annual traditions, we

to give to each other, too. But their favorite

are looking forward to being able to be in-person with

part of the holiday is the receiving of gifts.

family again. Because of COVID, we haven’t been able to be with some of them in a long time. So, it 16

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UPCOMING HOLIDAY PARTIES MIGHT CALL FOR AN UPDO; LUCKILY, A LOCAL SALON SUITE OWNER PROVIDES STEPS TO TRYING ONE YOURSELF. ARTICLE DANIELLE ALEXANDER | PHOTOGRAPHY AMY GILLESPIE

LADIES, ARE YOU HEADING TO A HOLIDAY PARTY THIS YEAR? McKenzie Oha, owner of Salon and Co. in West Bloomfield, encourages you to consider an updo. “I think a simple updo is something that will add a little something special,” she said. “Since there were no holiday parties last year, I think it’s important to embrace getting dressed up, putting your favorite new outfit on and doing your hair! You should cherish the time you spend with your loved ones and take those photos!” If you’re interested in trying an updo yourself, Chelsey Langerman, who owns a salon suite inside of Salon and Co., has provided tips for a simple yet beautiful low bun on the next page; however, if you’re in the mood to get pampered, Langerman and the other stylists at Salon and Co. are extremely experienced in updos and makeup— accommodating a combined total of over 500 weddings (and counting) this year! For more information or to book your appointment, visit salonandcompanymi.com. CONTINUED >

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DIY I N TR ICATE LOW BUN

M ATER I A LS + Texture Spray or Hairspray + 1 ¾” Hair Pins + 2” Bobby Pins

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Section a loose, half-up pony and

Twist sections of the tail, and pinch and pull the twists to fill and

pull it through the center. Clip it up for

blend with your bun. Judge your knot: if it’s lopsided, put the twist on

later. Gather the bottom section into

that side to fill in for symmetry. Make sure your knot is secure, and

a half knot, leaving a tail. Pinch the

you tuck in any unwanted pieces. Lay the twists, one at a time, over

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the bun to see what looks best; when ready, secure with hairpin.

shape, and then place the bobby pins

Then, drop the top portion down, and with the remaining hair, split

right where your fingers are.

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STEP

Spray the twists with hairspray or texture spray before pulling apart and again after. Also, pinch small and pull slow. Langerman

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CADILLAC OF NOVI’S ED POBUR DISCUSSES WHY THE ‘22 CADILLAC XT6 WOULD MAKE THE PERFECT HOLIDAY PRESENT.

“It of fers versati l it y w ith its th i rd row, ava i la ble i n a l l-wheel d r ive, has the la rgest su n roof i n its class a nd, most of a l l, it ’s a Cad i l lac.”

Executive manager of Cadillac of Novi Edward Pobur said the 2022 Cadillac XT6 would make a great holiday present as it is the “newest kid on the block” as far as Cadillac’s SUVs are concerned. “It offers versatility with its third row, available in all-wheel drive, has the largest sunroof in its class and, most of all, it’s a Cadillac,” he said. If you’re interested in the ‘22 XT6 or any other Cadillac vehicle, call Cadillac of Novi- the #1 Cadillac dealership in the country that prides itself on not only taking care of people but caring about the people. Cadillac of Novi is conveniently located at 41350 Grand River Avenue in Novi. Pobur or any member of the sales team would be happy to help you with any questions regarding their website, inventory, specials or more.

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ARTIST’S PALETTE

T wo K ids’ Hol iday Cra f ts ARTICLE DANIELLE ALEXANDER

PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF KIDCREATE STUDIO - BLOOMFIELD

BRAND NEW TO WEST BLOOMFIELD, KIDCREATE STUDIO (LOCATED AT 4297 ORCHARD LAKE RD IN WEST BLOOMFIELD) SPECIALIZES IN CHILDREN’S ART CLASSES, CAMPS AND ARTTHEMED BIRTHDAY PARTIES. At Kidcreate Studio, your child will create fridge-worthy masterpieces, learn art concepts and experiment with many different art materials. The curriculum is tailored to match the developmental needs of children at different ages as they offer fast-moving classes for high energy toddlers, preschool classes that encourage their growing independence and school-aged classes that encourage creativity. With the holiday season approaching, Kidcreate Studio wanted to share a couple festive children’s crafts to try at home: Holiday Ornaments and Holiday Slime. Make sure to post a picture of the completed project or even a video of your in-home “TadaTime” to celebrate a job well done with the rest of the Kidcreate community! Tag Kidcreate in your post on Facebook or Instagram and use the hashtag #kidcreatetada to share your masterpiece! Looking for more projects? Visit kidcreate.com/ bloomfield to check out their weekly classes, upcoming workshops and more.

WITH HOLIDAYS COMING UP, KIDCREATE STUDIO WANTED TO SHARE A COUPLE FESTIVE CRAFTS TO TRY AT HOME WITH THE KIDS.

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Holiday Ornaments

+ Light air dry clay (golf ball-sized piece) + 4x4 foam in black, white,

+ Pencil

CLAY SNOWMAN

+ Ornament hooks (2)

1. Begin by warming up your clay, so it

+ Small paper plate

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+ Large craft stick

+ Cleaning supplies

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+ Scissors

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becomes easier to work with. 2. Roll your clay into a nice, smooth ball, then flatten it into a thick pancake. 3. Use your fingers like erasers to smooth out any bumps or cracks. 4. Use the back of your paintbrush to punch a hole near the top of your circle for a hook. 5. Use your paintbrush to paint the snow-

NORTH POLE SIGN 1. Begin by painting your craft stick with white bio paint. 2. Use your paintbrush to add some stripes with red bio paint. 3. Take your green foam, and cut off a small piece to save for later. 4. Fold the rest of the green foam in half (long ways), then cut out two symmetrical arrows. 5. Use a marker to write “North Pole” on one side of one arrow. 6. Lengthen out the end of one ornament hook, then hook the small end just slightly over the bottom of the other green arrow. 7. Add some school glue, then create a “sandwich” by laying all the remaining pieces on top (paint-side-up stick, more school glue, then North Pole arrow) .

man white. If needed, use the back of your paintbrush to redefine the hole again. 6. Use scissors to cut a long carrot nose from the remaining orange foam. 7. Use the black scraps to cut out 8 to 10 pieces of coal (to be used for eyes and mouth). 8. Use dots of school glue to add the snowman’s eyes and smile. 9. Allow your snowman to dry for 2-3 days until it becomes hard. Do not add the ornament hook until the snowman is fully dry! 8. Once finished, it’s TadaTime! We celebrate our hard work and amazing art by saying “Tada!” CONTINUED >

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Holiday Slime

+ Liquid starch, 3 oz in ziploc bag + School glue, 3 oz white or clear + Straw (1/2) + Bio paint in red and green + Glitter in red, green, silver or gold + 2 mix-in options (beads, sequins or sprinkles) + Apron + Mixing bowl + Cleaning supplies

1. NOTE: If you cover your work space with paper, make sure not to set the slime down onto the paper. It may stick and tear the paper! Keep it in the bowl or in your hands at all times. 2. Begin by pouring your school glue into a large mixing bowl. 3. Add in some liquid starch slowly, stirring with your fingers as you go. 4. Feel the slime begin to form! If it is still really sticky, add in a little more liquid starch. 5. The more you play with your silly putty, the less sticky it becomes. 6. To add color, choose which color(s) you would like your slime to be. Add in a little paint, and mix thoroughly. If you want to create both red and green slime, divide your slime in half, then mix some of each color separately! 7. Try blowing a bubble in your slime by placing the straw in your folded up silly putty, then exhaling into your straw. 8. If you wish, add in your mix-ins to create the textured slime of your dreams. 9. When it’s time to put the slime away, seal it in a plastic bag. (Making a mess is the best, but we only play with our slime when and where our grownups allow us!). 10. Once finished, it’s TadaTime! We celebrate our hard work and amazing art by saying “Tada!”

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GIVING AWAY AFTER A SUCCESSFUL CAMPAIGN LAST YEAR, LIFESTYLE PUBLICATIONS IS GIVING $300,000 TO RECIPIENTS IN NEED THIS CHRISTMAS SEASON AND BEYOND... AND WE NEED YOUR HELP!

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family and I are,” Anna says. The money for Anna’s stairlift was part of a giveaway campaign from the company during the 2020 Christmas season that benefited more than 80 recipients across the country with a final distribution of $250,000 throughout the year. When the company opened nominations, they were flooded with submissions. Community leaders such as judges, police officers, teachers, nurses, social workers, mentors and readers like you nominated people that were in need of assistance. As the eyes and ears of the community, these readers were able to help identify people who might have

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otherwise gone unnoticed or unrecognized. One such nominee was Kathy*, an aunt who is raising her three young relatives. The children came from an abusive situation, and Kathy, a single guardian, works tirelessly to provide for them. Nevertheless, the family was already living in poverty despite her working seven days a week when Kathy lost her job during the pandemic. She resorted to selling tamales to help pay the rent. When a case manager with a Big Brothers Big Sisters foster youth mentoring program heard about Lifestyle’s campaign and call for nominations, she quickly thought of Kathy. “When I shared the news that Kathy was selected and would be receiving $3,000, she cried, screamed, and was in disbelief,” the case manager said. “She immediately wanted to give back to me and the donor by providing endless tamales. This funding allowed the children to have a small Christmas tree for the first time ever. Kathy was able to pay her rent and utilities for three months, and the children were able to experience a holiday season in peace without financial stressors.” In yet another case, Emily* who worked as a janitor at a school, was a recipient and was struggling to afford simply buying groceries for her children. Before the ongoing difficulties of the pandemic even started, a tornado destroyed the school she worked at just a couple weeks before the initial shutdown in March 2020 which resulted in a loss of income for her. Emily was incredibly surprised and grateful to receive assistance from the giveaway. *Names changed for privacy

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WE NEED YOUR HELP TO GIVE AWAY $3OO,OOO This year the company will have nominations for the giveaway open from December 1-15, 2021. To submit a nomination, follow @CityLifestyle on Instagram and fill out the form found in the bio link. The amount given to each recipient will be based on need. The leaders of Lifestyle Publications believe God has blessed them with their company’s continued success, so they in turn wish to be a blessing and encouragement to others as they increase the amount of this year’s giveaway to those in need to $300,000 for the year.

Nominate HERE! Follow @citylifestyle on Instagram

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STAYING IN TONIGHT? CONSIDER CHECKING OUT WEST BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY’S DECEMBER BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS.

Three December Book-Picks A THOUSAND WHITE BUTTERFLIES

ALTHOUGH I LOVE CELEBRATING THE

By Jessica Betancourt-Perez and Karen Lynn Williams

HOLIDAYS WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY,

This book is written for young readers

THERE’S JUST SOMETHING ABOUT A

and shares the immigration experi-

COLD, DECEMBER EVENING AT HOME.

ences through the eyes of a child.

Looking for a good book recommendation, I touched base with West Bloomfield Township Public Library’s staff, who shared which ones they’d recommend for all ages this month. For the littles, Coordinator of Youth Services Jill Bickford suggested A Thousand White Butterflies by Jessica BetancourtPerez and Karen Lynn Williams: “This picture book tells the touching and optimistic story of a young immigrant’s first days in a new country. Beautiful illustrations add to the joy and simplicity of this heartfelt story.” Young Adult Librarian Steve Ketcham

DASH AND LILY’S BOOK OF DARES

By Rachel Cohn and David Levithan

mentioned Dash and Lily’s Book of Dares by

16-year-old Lily has left a red notebook

Rachel Cohn and David Levithan. “This young

full of challenges on her favorite book-

adult title is a great December read because

store shelf, waiting for just the right guy

it involves romance at Christmastime in New

to come along and accept its dares

York between two young book lovers,” he explained. “This story is filled with great characters, and it makes you think about what is important in the person you are looking for.” In search of an adult read? David Sedaris’ A Carnival of Snackery is highly recommended by Coordinator of Adult Services Eric Schoenbaechler: “David Sedaris is great

A CARNIVAL OF SNACKERY

to read at any time, but his books are espe-

By David Sedaris

cially comforting during the winter. I have

There’s no right way to keep a

been reading his essays for over 20 years, so

diary, but if there’s an entertain-

in many ways, he feels like a part of my fam-

ing way, David Sedaris seems to

ily— a perfect friend for a chilly winter night!”

have mastered it.

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