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Coming Events At Bronner's...

Department 56 Open House Event with Artist Cynthia Markle, Friday & Saturday, October 5 & 6: Oct. 5: 6-8 p.m.; Oct. 6: 10 am–Noon & 1-3 pm

Village accessories artist Cynthia Markle will greet guests, pose for photos, and sign Department 56 pieces purchased at Bronner’s during the event. Celebrate Department 56 with Cynthia Markle.

Possible Dreams Event with Ann Dezendorf
Friday & Saturday, October 5 & 6
Oct. 5: 6-8 p.m.; Oct. 6: 10 a.m.-Noon and 1-3 p.m.

Meet Ann Dezendorf, who designed the Wally Bronner Possible Dreams Santa. She will sign Possible Dreams purchases during the event.

German Glassblowing and Painting Demonstration
October 12-21
Monday-Saturday
9:30-11:30 a.m., 12:30-2 p.m., 3:30-5 p.m., 7-8 p.m.
Sunday 12:30-6 p.m.

Thomas and Marlene Horn, artisan husband-and-wife team, will showcase their ornament-making talents. Thomas, a skilled glassblower, and Marlene, a talented painter, represent the Krebs Ornament Factory in Lauscha, Germany. The Horns will be delighted to sign any Krebs ornaments purchased at Bronner’s during their visit. Join the Horns at Bronner’s.

Charming Tails Bobblehead Event
Saturday, October 13
10 a.m.-1p.m.

Meet Charming Tails representative Wanda Dierolf, who will be greeting guests and leading games and a prize drawing. The new bobblehead figurines, Maxine and Mackenzie, will be available for purchase for $20 each (limit of two bobblehead figurines per guest).

Department 56™ Retirement Weekend
Friday & Saturday, November 2 & 3

Bronner’s will have a complete list of retired Department 56 pieces available for review. New village gift sets, Snowbabies, and special-edition Santas will also be available. Join us for Department 56’s retirement weekend.

G. DeBrekht Russian Gifts
Saturday, November 3
10 a.m.–Noon and 1-5 p.m.

Bronner’s is pleased to host a G. DeBrekht artist signing. G. DeBrekht is known for their fine Russian gifts.

Pam Chatley Ornament Artist Signing
Saturday & Sunday, November 3 & 4
Nov. 3: 10 a.m.-Noon and 1-5 p.m.; Nov. 4: Noon-5 p.m.

Meet Michigan artist Pam Chatley. Pam will gladly sign any of her whimsical, creative ornaments purchased November 3 or 4.

Margaret Cobane Ornament Artist Signing
Saturday & Sunday, November 3 & 4

Welcome ornament artist Margaret Cobane, who will sign any of her ornaments purchased at Bronner’s during the event.

Connie Larsen Ornament Artist Signing
Thursday & Friday, Nov. 8 & 9, 15 &16, 29 & 30
10:30 a.m.-Noon and 1-2:30 p.m.

Enjoy a unique opportunity to meet Bronner’s ornament artist Connie Larsen. She will sign or personalize any of her ornaments purchased during her appearances.

Egyptian Museum Glass Artisan Signing
Friday & Sunday, November 9 & 11
Nov. 9: 10 a.m.-Noon and 1-5 p.m.; Nov. 11: 1-4 p.m.

Mohamed and Linda, owners of Egyptian Museum Glass, will be signing purchases of Egyptian glass ornaments, perfume bottles and other decorative pieces.

St. Nicholas: from Saint to Santa
Saturday & Sunday, November 10 & 11
2 & 3 p.m.

Join us as St. Nicholas tells the story of how he became Santa Claus. This half-hour performance, a tradition here at Bronner’s, involves audience participation. Don’t miss out on this memorable experience for children of all ages.

“Bronner – A Reindeer Story” Book Signing
Friday, Saturday & Sunday, November 16-18 and November 30-December 2
Nov. 16, 17, 30 & Dec. 1: 10 a.m. to Noon and 1-4 p.m.; Nov. 18 and Dec. 2: 12:30-4 p.m.

Meet Brenda Roggenbuck, who will sign purchases of her children’s book about a little reindeer who dreams of pulling Santa’s sleigh on Christmas Eve.

Fontanini Signing with Marco Fontanini
Saturday & Sunday, November 17 & 18
Noon – 4 p.m.

Marco Fontanini, fourth-generation member of the House of Fontanini, will be happy to sign any Fontanini Nativity purchases made during the event as well as two Fontanini pieces from your personal collection. Meet Marco Fontanini.

Santa Visits Daily
November 23-December 24
Monday-Saturday: 10-11:30 a.m., 1-4:15 p.m., and 5:45-7:30 p.m.; Sunday: Noon-6 p.m.

You want to see Santa? Bring your camera and your wish list to Bronner’s. Because Santa is so busy on Christmas Eve, his visiting hours will end at 3 p.m. Bronner’s closes at 4 p.m. on Christmas Eve. For groups of 25 or more, please phone (989) 652-9935, ext. 556.

Precious Moments Doll Event
Friday & Saturday, December 7 & 8
11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Linda Rick, Precious Moments Company’s nationally renowned doll designer, and Richard Hay, Precious Moments Company president, are teaming up with Bronner’s to create a fun-filled event just for you. They will be greeting guests and signing Precious Moments doll purchases.

Teresa Thibault Ornament Artist Signing
Friday, Saturday & Sunday, December 7-9
Dec. 7 & 8: 10 a.m.-Noon and 1-5 p.m.; Dec. 9: Noon-5 p.m.

Meet Teresa Thibault, the artist behind the popular Heart Gifts line of ornaments. From inspirational to whimsical, Teresa’s ornaments make perfect gifts for everyone on your list … including yourself.

Wally & Irene Sing-along
Saturday & Sunday, December 22 & 23
1:30-2 p.m.

Join Wally and Irene Bronner as Wally leads everyone in singing a variety of favorite Christmas carols while Irene accompanies on an old-fashioned pump organ. Music is piped throughout the store. This is a great way to get into the Christmas spirit.

Silent Night Sing-along
Monday, December 24
3-3:15 p.m.

Join Wally Bronner and guest guitarist in the Silent Night Memorial Chapel as they lead everyone in singing “Silent Night.” This peaceful assembly is the perfect way to remember why we celebrate the Christmas season.