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Dexter Community Chorale: Songs of the Season
2025-12-13 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Detroit) | Faber Piano Institute, 3042 Creek Dr, Ann Arbor, MI, 48108
Perhaps you “Need a Little Christmas” right about now? Join the elves (aka singers) of the Dexter Community Chorale, along with special student guests from local schools in this seasonal program. We will present a varied selection of holiday and winter favorites to prepare you for the season of Wonder and Joy!

Vocal Arts Ensemble of Ann Arbor Presents: "Stillness and Joy"
2025-12-13 19:30 - 21:30 | The First Congregational Church of Ann Arbor, 608 E William St, Ann Arbor, M, 48104, United States
VAE presents a cappella motets, songs and carols as well as music
with chamber orchestra in a concert that celebrates the quietude
and exuberance unique to the holiday season. Music by Pärt,
Rachmaninoff, Durante, Buxtehude and others. Free reception to follow.

Connect with all your Guides Shamanic Sound Journey with Cacao
2025-12-14 14:00 - 16:30 | Verapose Yoga and Meditation House Dexter, 3173 Baker Rd, Dexter, M, 48130, United States
Experience the healing, guidance and interconnection of this shamanic journey, after drinking cacao, which enhances the spiritual connection.
Arrive 15 minutes early to make nest and get drink. We will do an energy cleanse, call in the directions, drink cacao, set intentions, be guided in the shamanic journey while you receive a sound bath, then there will be time to share your experience. Due to uninterruptible nature of journey, doors will be locked at 2:15 pm.
Bring: a cup/chalice for hot liquids, journal and pen, anything you need to feel comfortable like a pillow, an eye mask or your own blanket. Bringing your own yoga mat is appreciated. But there will be yoga mats, bolsters and blankets available along with cacao to drink. If you are allergic or have any concerns, you can do journey without cacao.

Ypsilanti Symphony Orchestra "Nutcracker Suite & Swing" with Guest Artists Depot Town Big Band: Holiday Concert & 3rd Annual Fundraising Auction
2025-12-14 15:30 - 16:30 | Ypsilanti Symphony Orchestra, 7425 Willis Road, Ypsilanti, MI, United States

Ann Arbor Concert Band - Holiday Concert
2025-12-14 16:00 - 17:30 | Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1400 W. Stadium, Ann Arbor, M, 48103, United States
Join the Ann Arbor Concert Band for a performance of holiday favorites – complete with singalong and a climactic closer featuring organ and percussion. Meet the performers, and enjoy cocoa and cookies after the concert. A unique musical opportunity for the holiday season!

Holiday POPs with the Phil Concert
2025-12-14 16:00 - 18:00 | Brighton Center for the Performing Arts, 7878 Brighton Rd, Brighton, M, 48116, United States
Get ready to deck the halls with the Michigan Philharmonic! Immerse yourself in the joyous sounds of the season as they perform all your cherished holiday favorites. This beloved tradition is the perfect way to launch your holiday celebrations. Join us and raise your voice in a festive holiday sing-along of your Christmas carols!

The Michigan Philharmonic – (or “Michigan Phil”) – is one of the most innovative and dynamic professional orchestras in Southeast Michigan. Nan Washburn, Music Director & Conductor since 1999, has won 19 ASCAP Awards for Adventurous Programming of Contemporary Music from the League of American Orchestras. In 2016 the Michigan Philharmonic received First Place in the American Prize for the Performance of American Music. The orchestra performs in an ever-expanding roster of Michigan communities; including Plymouth, Canton, Northville, Livonia, Brighton, Downtown Detroit, and many others. The Michigan Phil is committed to reaching out to a broad and diverse array of audiences and providing enjoyable cultural and social experiences, while encouraging anyone who loves live music events to “Spend the night with Michigan Phil.”

TOYS FOR TOTS TOY DRIVE
Help make this holiday season a merry and bright one for the girls and boys in our community. Bring a donation of a new and unwrapped toy to drop off for Toys for Tots in the BCPA lobby. Doors open at 3:00pm.

A Celebration of Joy - Holiday Concert
2025-12-14 16:00 - 18:00 | M
Join us for a joyful Holiday Concert presented by the Dexter Community Orchestra, under the direction of Dr. David Schultz. This special program brings together the Dexter High School Chamber Orchestra and the Ann Arbor Civic Chorus for an unforgettable collaboration filled with your favorite holiday tunes.
📅 Date: Sunday, December 14, 2025 🕓 Time: 4:00 – 6:00 PM 📍 Location: Dexter High School Center for the Performing Arts, Dexter, MI 💲 Admission: Free and open to the public
Bring your family and friends, and let the music of the season lift your spirits. From classic carols to festive favorites, this concert is the perfect way to kick off the holidays. 🎄🎵
Come celebrate, sing along, and enjoy the warmth of community through music!

Christmas Candlelight Concert
2025-12-14 18:30 - 19:30 | North Lake UMC, 14111 N Territorial Rd, Chelsea, M, 48118, United States
Celebrate the music of Christmas and the peace of candlelight.
Join us for a special evening led by a string quintet performing beloved carols and timeless hymns in the beauty of historic North Lake United Methodist Church. Let the serene setting and inspiring sounds fill your heart with joy this holiday. Limited space available. Nonrefundable.
Sunday, December 14th 6:30pm $20 per ticket
Local Community Support Fundraiser Purchase at www.givebutter.com/ChristmasCandles
North Lake United Methodist Church, 14111 N. Territorial Rd, Chelsea MI
More information at www.northlakeumc.org

Live Webinar - LinkedIn for Job Search
2025-12-15 00:00 | Michigan Works! Southeast, 1201 E Ellsworth Rd, Ann Arbor, MI, United States

A2Y All In Workforce Development & Organizational Program Series on Neurodiversity
2025-12-15 10:00 - 12:00 | A2Y Chamber, 339 N. Maple St., Ann Arbor, MI, United States

Live Webinar - 10 Steps to Reemployment
2025-12-16 00:00 | Michigan Works! Southeast, 1201 E Ellsworth Rd, Ann Arbor, MI, United States

How to Ask a New Connection to Stay in Touch
2025-12-16 00:00 - 14:30 | A2Y Chamber (hosted by Cynthia D’Amour, MBA), N/A, Virtual, MI, United States

CBAP® Classroom Training – IIBA® Aligned
2025-12-16 09:00 - 17:00 | iCertGlobal, 2723 South State Street, Ann Arbor, MI, United States

Virtual Business Navigator Office Hours
2025-12-16 10:00 - 15:00 | Ann Arbor SPARK, 330 E. Liberty St, Ann Arbor, MI, United States

Washtenaw Executive Director Coffee Hour and Networking with Dr. Hudson
2025-12-16 11:00 - 12:15 | United Way for Southeastern Michigan, 2305 Platt Rd, Ann Arbor, MI, United States

Cookies, Cocoa and Photos With Santa
2025-12-16 16:00 - 20:00 | Perfect Scenario, 984 East Michigan Avenue, Saline, M, 48176, United States
Photo op with DIY photo frame
Ornament Decorating
Cookie Decorating
Hot Food by local, Saline Restaurant
Fun with family and friends
Only $15/family

December Comedy Night at The 109 Cultural Exchange
2025-12-18 19:00 - 21:00 | The 109 Cultural Exchange, 109 W Michigan Avenue, SALINE, MI, 48176, United States
Step away from the shopping lists, the cookie crumbs, and the family group texts. Join us for a December comedy night that gives your holiday spirit a well-deserved boost. Bring your friends, your family and laugh away the stress!
WHEN: 7 pm on Thursday, December 18 (Doors open at 6:15 pm)
WHERE: The 109 Cultural Exchange, 109 W Michigan Ave, Saline
COST: $20 per person BUY TICKETS HERE
THE FOOD & DRINK SITUATION: Social District Drinks and food purchased from local eateries are welcome! We will have popcorn and a small selection of non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase at The 109.
**Adults only please!**
More about your entertainers:
Jason Gilleran has been part of Detroit’s thriving comedy scene since 2017. Along with his stand up comedienne wife Robyn, they are Hard G Comedy, and run shows in metro Detroit and the Thumb. They have toured throughout the U.S. as co-headliners. He has opened for national headliners John Heffron, Rocky LaPorte, Brian Scolaro, Jay Jurden, Gianmarco Soresi, and has been in the Traverse City Comedy Festival 2023 and 2024. He most recently featured at Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle, and calls comedy his “hobsession” but his day job as a Urologist means he’s seen a lot of things he can’t unsee. Look for his comedy page on Facebook (Hard G Comedy), X (@gilleran_man72) Instagram (@hardgcomedy) and show updates on hardgcomedy.com.
Detroit is now Amber Maeda’s home where she is highly involved with her local scene as a producer at The Independent Comedy Club, an actress at Planet Ant Theatre as well as writing a web series with the PA film team. Her stories of her Asian family upbringing and witty one-liners make her a relatable crowd-favorite. Her dark humor is juxtaposed with her happy-go-lucky delivery, warming the hearts of audiences all over!
And your HEADLINER, Nicole Melnyk, is a Midwest based comedian. She opened for Kristin Key at the City Opera House in Traverse City. She’s opened for Hannah Berner at the Masonic Temple in Detroit, The Royal Oak Music Hall and the Saginaw Temple Theatre. She opened for Kyle Kinane at Mark Ridleys Comedy Castle. She opened for Juno Birch and Esther Povitski at the Majestic Theatre. Nicole has featured at Funny Bones, Heliums and Hilarities in St. Louis, Kansas City, Indianapolis and Ohio.
And, finally, your host, Shelly Smith, who has been producing comedy and music events in Michigan for two decades and almost a year at The 109! She is the host and MC of the long running Ebirds and Friends Holiday Show and 50 First Jokes (coming up on January 2nd), as well as the host and producer of the Reads and Weeds podcast.

Mitchell Community Christmas Lunch
2025-12-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Chelsea Senior Center, 512 Washington Street, Chelsea, MI, United States
Join friends for this annual traditional meal at Chelsea Senior Center on Friday, December 19 at noon.
Registration is required, and space is limited.
Call 734-475-9242 by December 15 to reserve your meal.

Thank you, Presenting Sponsor, Staffan Mitchell Funeral Home.

Michigan Irish Rep Presents BBC Wales Holiday Show
2025-12-20 19:00 - 20:00 | Chelsea Train Depot, 125 Jackson Street, Chelsea, MI, 48118
The Michigan Irish Rep presents a unique free holiday performance, “BBC Wales Holiday Carols and Fanfare” at Chelsea Train Depot, 150 Jackson Street, 7PM. Runtime is 1 hour and 10 minutes. Candlelight atmosphere. Free parking. Seating first come, first serve. Refreshments. Attendees welcome to bring non-perishable food for local food pantries.

Free: Michigan Irish Repertory's Welsh Christmas
2025-12-20 19:00 - 20:30 | Chelsea Train Depot, 125 Jackson Street, Chelsea, MI, 48118
Presented as a BBC Wales Radio Program, this 1 Hour and 15 mins program, set amidst safe candlelight, presents “Fanfares and Carols,” a unique holiday celebration of music and recitations. December 20, 7 PM at Chelsea Train Depot, 125 Jackson Street, Chelsea, MI. Free Admission. Donations and/or non-perishable food for local food banks encouraged. Refreshments.

Christmas Eve Worship
2025-12-24 19:00 - 20:00 | North Lake UMC, 14111 N Territorial Rd, Chelsea, M, 48118, United States
Celebrate Christmas at historic North Lake UMC!
Wednesday, December 24th 7pm
Everyone welcome!
14111 N Territorial, Chelsea
www.northlakeumc.org

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service at Ann Arbor Baptist Church
2025-12-24 19:00 - 21:00 | M
Celebrate the joy and wonder of Christmas at Ann Arbor Baptist Church’s annual Christmas Eve Candlelight Service, a cherished holiday tradition for families and friends across the Ann Arbor community.
The evening begins as guests drive through the church’s sparkling Christmas light display on their way to the sanctuary. Inside, enjoy a warm and welcoming atmosphere filled with Christmas carols, beautiful decorations, and special music.
This family-friendly service offers a meaningful time of reflection, worship, and celebration of the true meaning of Christmas — the birth of Jesus Christ.
The service will be held on Wednesday, December 24 at 7:00 p.m. at Ann Arbor Baptist Church, 2150 South Wagner Road, Ann Arbor. Admission is free, and all are welcome.
For more information, visit www.aabaptist.church or call (734) 995-5144.

Beginners ONLY Watercolor Class
2026-01-07 13:00 - 15:00 | Salt Valley Arts Studio Space, EHM Professional Building, 400 W. Russell St., Entrance A, SALINE, M, 48176, United States
Beginners Only Watercolor – A 4-week class designed for absolute beginners. Learn brushwork, water control, layering, and more in a fun, no-stress atmosphere. All materials included. In-person in Saline, Michigan. Class dates Jan 7, 14, 21 & 28.

Beginners ONLY Watercolor Class
2026-01-07 18:30 - 20:30 | Salt Valley Arts Studio Space, EHM Professional Building, 400 W. Russell St., Entrance A, SALINE, M, 48176, United States
Beginners Only Watercolor – A 4-week class designed for absolute beginners. Learn brushwork, water control, layering, and more in a fun, no-stress atmosphere. All materials included. In-person in Saline Michigan. Class dates are Jan 7, 14, 21 & 28.

A2CT presents The Humans
2026-01-09 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-01-11 14:00 - 16:00 | A2CT Studio, 322 W. Ann Street, Ann Arbor, 48104, United States
Tony Award-winning The Humans is, on the surface, a play about the Thanksgiving dinner of the extended Blake family. The family gathers at the newly-rented apartment in New York’s Chinatown of Brigid and Richard. As afternoon progresses into evening, the fears, foibles, and secrets of the family come to light, and the sinister undertones of the modern American family are exposed. Although the play deals with some serious topics, it is often laugh-out-loud funny, and the overlapping dialogue is snappy and utterly believable.

Chelsea Area Garden Club is now accepting 2025 Grant applications
2026-01-10 08:00 - 17:00 | M
Awards of up to $750 will be based on the proposed plan and compatibility with the Club’s objectives. Preference will be given to applicants who reside in the CAGC service area. Grant applications are due March 18.
The objectives of the CAGC are to stimulate the love of gardening, to encourage and assist in community beautification, to promote environmentally responsible horticultural practices and to encourage all forms of conservation through education and demonstration.

2026 grant applications and details are available at the CAGC website chelseagardenclub.com

A2AC Social 2026 Tickets On Sale for Members/Past Attendees
2026-01-14 07:00 - 23:59 | Ann Arbor Art Center, 117 W. Liberty St., Ann Arbor, MI, United States
Grab your friends and escape the cold at the Ann Arbor Art Center on Friday, March 6, 2026, for our fourth annual A2AC Social! Four art experiences commissioned from local artists, custom cocktails, and delicious small plates come together for an immersive night out.

Wellness After hours
2026-01-14 16:30 - 18:00 | Chelsa Retirement Community, 805 W Middle St, Chelsea, M, 48118, United States
Starting the new year with health and wellness in mind? Incorporating this in our lives is much more than just adding a few healthy eating choices to the menu.
At the Wellness After Hours, there will be a variety of local resources that will help you learn about the many areas of health and wellness. Their wealth of information will help you make the most of your wellness in 2026.
There will be a drawing for a door prize, and much more!

Entrepreneurial Networking Resource Group (ENRG) Monthly Meeting
2026-01-14 16:30 - 18:00 | Entrepreneurial Networking Resource Group (ENRG), 3005 Boardwalk Dr, #105, Ann Arbor, MI, United States
