Thanksgiving + Holiday kick-off

Inside: Holiday stroll, holiday gift guide, the Santa Express

November 26, 2025

Happy Thanksgiving! We have so much to be grateful for in the North Shore, and I hope you can use this season to pause and appreciate our family, our neighborhoods and our ability to explore.

Know the North Shore: Library Park Arboretum

Trees are now being planted for the Library Park Arboretum, which is located north of the library on the east side of Marlborough Drive. The project includes the planting of over 150 new trees and shrubs within the park. The project started on Oct. 31 with contractors removing select existing vegetation and invasive species. In addition to the plantings, DPW staff will be installing a new walking path in the spring of 2026. The Village received MMSD grant funding for the planting of trees and shrubs.

What’s Open this Thanksgiving

Whether you need some last-minute ingredients or you burned the turkey, we have you covered. Here’s our guide to what restaurants are serving and grocery stores that are open through Thanksgiving.

Whitefish Bay Holiday Stroll

The Holiday Stroll kicks off the holiday season in Whitefish Bay with a parade down Silver Spring starting at 6 pm this Friday. This year, the Whitefish Bay Little League will lead off, showcasing their U12, U13, and U14 All-Star Teams. The evening culminates in a countdown and tree lighting ceremony with music from the Whitefish Bay High School choir.

Local Gift Guide

Shop Small Business Saturday is coming up this weekend! From experiences to crafts to toys, here’s our guide to shopping local in the North Shore.

ROAD TRIP: The Santa Express

Embark on a jolly adventure as you join Santa for a festive experience at the Great Northern Railway in Wisconsin Dells! This year’s Santa Express runs November 28, 29th & December 6th. Tickets are $16-$21, and infants are free.

Nicolet Rec Classes

The Nicolet Recreation Department offers 171 Winter/Spring programs and activities at 24 different locations across the community for toddlers, youth, teens, adults, and senior adults! This edition includes 30 new programs including Youth Nature Classes and Yoga Fitness Classes. Browse the bulletin online. Online registration for 2026 Winter/Spring programs begins Monday, Dec. 8th.  You can also fax, mail, walk-in, or use our drop box to register beginning Dec. 22nd.

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North Shore History: Mee-Kwon Park

Bundled-up boys ride their tubes down an icy slope in Mee-Kwon Park, 1988. Photo via Wisconsin Historical Society.

See you out there,
North Shore Family Adventures

P.S. Forward this guide to anyone still asking, “What should we do this November???”

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