Click here<\/a> for more information. Visit with Santa & Santa\u2019s Workshop Crafts are sponsored by\u00a0Chelsea Children\u2019s\u00a0Cooperative Preschool<\/a>. When most people think of December, they think of staying in their house, cozy and warm in front the fireplace. However, while the temperatures outside will drop, the fun will be heating up this December in the Ann Arbor area.\u00a0If you live in Ann Arbor, Chelsea, Dexter, Saline, or Ypsilanti, there are many events for […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":19,"featured_media":7041,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4,7,12,14],"tags":[5,21,1246,795,39,41],"class_list":["post-6998","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-ann-arbor","category-chelsea","category-saline","category-ypsilanti","tag-ann-arbor","tag-chelsea","tag-december","tag-events","tag-saline","tag-ypsilanti"],"yoast_head":"\n
\nSanta\u2019s Mailbox<\/strong>
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<\/a>Santa\u2019s mailbox is now open for letters and wish lists in front of Conor O\u2019Neill\u2019s (318 S. Main St.). All letters received by 3pm on December 18th will be answered. Please remember to include your return address.
\nClick here<\/a> for more information.
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\nKindleFest
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<\/a>Kerrytown District\u2019s KindleFest is a free outdoor holiday market happening December 4th, 6-10pm. The festival features local and regional artisans and farmers selling hand-crafted ornaments, toys and unique holiday gifts, as well as German foods, sweets and beverages. Enjoy live music, fire pits to keep you warm, warming tent, s\u2019more roasting and a Lantern Parade in the Kerrytown neighborhood. Bring your family and parade around with colorful lanterns while singing holiday carols. Make a night of it and explore the entire downtown area as many of the shops kick off the holiday shopping season with special hours, sales, and more.
\nClick here<\/a>\u00a0for more information.
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\n\u00a0Midnight Madness
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<\/a><\/strong>Once again Kerrytown and Main Street Association of Ann Arbor will be hosting Ann Arbor\u2019s famed Midnight Madness on December 4. This is a fun-filled evening of shopping and dining. You’ll find great holiday sales throughout the stores, while you shop enjoy the sidewalk entertainment, and say hello to Santa Claus and Miss Washtenaw County, who will be roaming the sidewalks from 7-9pm. Live music featuring the Joe Summers Gypsy Jazz Quartet, strolling carolers, treats at Kerrytown.
\n<\/strong>Click here<\/a> for more information.
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\nVisit with Santa in Kerrytown
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<\/a>Santa will be visiting Kerrytown December 5th, 12th, and 19th, from 10am -2pm.\u00a0 Come back the following week and pick up your free photo on one of the holiday trees in Kerrytown.
\nClick here<\/a> for more information.
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\nSing Along with Santa <\/strong>
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<\/a>You can sing along with him at the Bethlehem United Church of Christ on December 5.\u00a0 This is your opportunity to sing your favorite carols with\u00a0Santa Claus, oboist Timothy Michling and Pioneer High School\u2019s Desperate Measures, Dissonance, and Pioneers. A photographer will be taking a photo of each youngster with Santa \u2013 which will be sent electronically in time for Christmas.
\nClick here<\/a>\u00a0for more information.
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\nHoliday Classic Film Series
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<\/a><\/strong>The Michigan Theater is featuring three classic films at its Holiday Classic Film Series on Sunday afternoons before Christmas in December. All shows are at 1:30pm and admission is FREE.<\/p>\n\n
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\nHoliday Extravaganza Concert
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\n<\/a>The Ypsilanti Symphony Orchestra is proud to present its “Holiday Extravaganza Concert” on Sunday, December 13, 2015 at 3:30pm in Towsley Auditorium, Washtenaw Community College.\u00a0 This concert will feature The Washtenaw Community College Chamber Singers under the Direction of Dr. Joseph D. Daniels. Come kick off your Holiday Season with the Music of Leroy Anderson, Victor Hely-Hutchinson, Joseph Martin, John Rutter and other holiday favorites!
\nTickets are $12 for adults, $6 for Seniors 65 and over\/Children 12 and under, $30 for a family of four or more. WCC Students enter free with School ID.\u00a0 Tickets can be purchased ahead of time at http:\/\/www.ypsilantisymphony.org\/tickets.html or the day of at the door.
\nClick here<\/a>\u00a0for more information.
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\nA Christmas Carol
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\nThe National Theatre of Scotland is returning to Ann Arbor December 17 through January 3 with a unique production of Charles Dickens\u2019s holiday classic. A Christmas Carol will be performed in a specially-designed immersive set that places the audience right in the midst of the offices of Messrs. Scrooge and Marley. Dickens\u2019s immortal tale of the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge features a superbly talented cast, haunting puppets, live music, and a set that will spirit you back to Scrooge\u2019s Victorian London. General admission onstage seating only.
\nClick here<\/a> for more information.
\n <\/p>\nChelsea<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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\nAnnual Gingerbread House Displays
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<\/a><\/strong>As part of the Chelsea\u2019s Hometown Holiday events there will be an annual Gingerbread House Show. Houses will be prominently displayed in shop windows throughout Chelsea. Enjoy seeing beautiful creations as you stroll through local shops from December 3 through December 19.
\nClick here<\/a> for more information.
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<\/b>Meet with Santa and make gifts in his workshop on Friday, December 4, from 6:30 pm\u00a0–\u00a08:30 pm at the Chelsea Depot.\u00a0 Bring your camera for a photo opportunity with the man in red! After meeting with Santa, head across the lot\u00a0for Story Telling at Chelsea\u2019s Farmers Supply.<\/p>\n
\nClick here<\/a> for more information.
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\nHometown Holidays<\/strong>![\"\"](\"http:\/\/chelseafestivals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/600x300_HTH.jpg\")
Annual Chelsea Michigan Hometown Holiday is a fun filled weekend celebration which marks the beginning of the holiday season. Festivities starts with a tree lighting ceremony and the weekend includes visits with Santa, a live nativity,\u00a0 holiday activities and entertainment at our many great merchants and historic locations in Chelsea, Michigan
\nChelsea is decked out in holiday splendor to warm your hearts and get you in the holiday spirit.\u00a0 Local merchants are on hand with great gift ideas and special pricing for everyone on your list.\u00a0 Explore the annual gingerbread house displays, sip on hot chocolate, and enjoy the special events from December 4 – 6.
\nClick here<\/a>\u00a0for more information.
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\nNutcracker
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\nBallet Chelsea will present its\u00a018th Annual\u00a0Nutcracker Ballet\u00a0December 5 & 6, 2015 at Chelsea High School\u2019s auditorium. This family holiday favorite is a full-length, narrated ballet, choreographed by Artistic Director Wendi DuBois. \u00a0Accomplished dancers delight audiences as they bring this classic story to life. Professional choreography, lavish costumes, pyrotechnics, and stunning sets make this performance a cut above other productions.
\nDuring intermission, enjoy live music, and our\u00a0Snow and Sweet Shop\u00a0in the sparkling commons, for light refreshments and an array of holiday and\u00a0Nutcracker\u00a0themed gifts for purchase.
\nClick here<\/a> for more information.
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\nTour Historic Chelsea Homes
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<\/a><\/strong>Visitors are welcome to join a docent led walking tour of\u00a0the historic Chelsea homes. Enjoy their splendid holiday decor while learning\u00a0about each homes unique history. It starts December 5, in front of the Chelsea Area Historical Society & Museum. $15 per person, proceeds go to Chelsea Area Historical Society.\u00a0Tour tickets are available at the museum,\u00a0Chelsea Pharmacy or by calling George Till at 734-562-2008 .
\nClick here<\/a>\u00a0for more information
\n <\/p>\nSaline<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\nYes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus
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<\/a><\/strong>This year the\u00a0Saline Area Players<\/a> will be performing Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus<\/i>\u00a0from December 3 through December 6. Based on an 1897 editorial written in The Sun in New York City, the play tells the story of Virginia who ponders whether or not Santa really exists.
\nThis delightful and heartwarming play is performed by children and adults alike and is a must-see for family members of all ages. Join the Saline Area Players’ holiday tradition!
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\nClick here<\/a> for more information.
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\nAnnual Saline Christmas Parade
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<\/a><\/b>Don\u2019t miss Saline\u2019s 40th Annual\u00a0Christmas Parade December 5, at 5:30pm.\u00a0 Each year, depending on the weather, anywhere between 3,000 and 5,000 people come out to enjoy marching bands, scout troops, and floats made by local businesses, organizations and churches.
\nClick here<\/a>\u00a0for more information.
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\nSaline New Horizons Band Holiday Concert
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<\/a><\/b>The Saline New Horizons Band Holiday Concert is coming up Sunday December 6th at 3pm at the Saline United Methodist Church located at 1200 Ann Arbor Saline Road. It will feature familiar favorites according to band director Dr. Joseph Labuta. The concert will also feature a few surprises.
\nClick here<\/a> for more information.
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\nTreasure Trail to Santa<\/b>
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<\/a>Treasure hunt your way to Santa on Dec 12, from 10:00 am to 1:30pm, at Busch’s Shopping Center. This fun, family event also includes carriage rides, animal petting, a photo tent by Forgive Me Not Photos, and refreshments! Pick up your treasure map at Physical Therapy in Motion, 505 E. Michigan Ave., and follow the trail to Santa!
\nClick here<\/a> for more information.
\n <\/p>\nYpsilanti<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\nYpsilanti Downtown Tree Lighting<\/b>
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<\/a>Join in the holiday fun Friday, December 4 at 6:00 pm. In addition to lighting the tree there will be caroling, hot chocolate, cookies, and a visit from Santa!
\nClick here<\/a> for more information.
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\nYpsilanti Meals on Wheels Annual Holiday Home Tour<\/strong>
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<\/a>Join Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels for their Annual Holiday Home Tour December 5 from either 1-4pm for the daytime tour or 5-11pm for the evening tour. The Tour will include private homes as well as the Ypsilanti Senior Center. At each house you visit there will be holiday decor, beverages and ppetizers or other menu items from many great Ypsilanti & Ann Arbor area restaurants. A few stops will even include musical entertainment.
\nClick here<\/a> for more information.
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\nPour Over Ypsi: Local Coffee Showcase
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<\/a><\/b>Pour Over Ypsi is a local coffee showcase that highlights the amazing cafes and roasteries within the Ypsilanti area and beyond. There will be delicious coffee, sweet caramels and treats, and live local music. \u00a0Join in for the first round of what is certain to become a great Ypsi tradition.
\nAll proceeds go to benefit Food4Farmers. Their mission is to facilitate the implementation of sustainable food security programs in coffee growing communities. Check them out at\u00a0www.food4farmers.org<\/a>.\u00a0You can buy tickets in advance of the event at any of the participating coffee shops starting Friday, November 20th. You can also buy tickets at the door. Each ticket includes 12 tokens.
\nClick here<\/a>\u00a0for more information.
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\nDIYpsi Holiday Market<\/b>
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\nDIYpsi<\/a>\u00a0is a handmade art fair taking place at the Riverside Arts Center in Downtown Ypsilanti on December 12 – 13. Check out the best indie artists our region has to offer for a one-of-a-kind holiday shopping experience that will take care of everyone on your list. On top of finding unique hand crafted gifts, doing your holiday shopping at DIYpsi means you\u2019re contributing to a larger cause- keeping thousands of dollars invested in our local economy and supporting the arts.
\nClick here\u00a0<\/a>for more information.
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\nMichigan Firehouse Museum Holiday Open House<\/b>
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<\/a>Celebrate the season at the Michigan Firehouse Museum\u2019s Holiday Open House on Sunday, December 13, 2015 from 1 to 3 PM. Stop by and see fire-themed holiday decorations, including more than ten decorated trees. New this year, decorations will include handmade gingerbread firehouses. Vote for your favorite firehouse before our award ceremony begins at 2 PM. There will be a make and take activity for children, a visit from Santa Claus, holiday fire safety information, and light refreshments will be served. Admission to the museum is $5 for adults and $3 for children. The museum will once again be collecting new unwrapped toys for children, and will offer one free admission to anyone bringing a toy to donate.
\nClick here<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
![\n<\/a>The Ypsilanti Symphony Orchestra is proud to present its “Holiday Extravaganza Concert” on Sunday, December 13, 2015 at 3:30pm in Towsley Auditorium, Washtenaw Community College.\u00a0 This concert will feature The Washtenaw Community College Chamber Singers under the Direction of Dr. Joseph D. Daniels. Come kick off your Holiday Season with the Music of Leroy Anderson, Victor Hely-Hutchinson, Joseph Martin, John Rutter and other holiday favorites!\nTickets are $12 for adults, $6 for Seniors 65 and over\/Children 12 and under, $30 for a family of four or more. WCC Students enter free with School ID.\u00a0 Tickets can be purchased ahead of time at http:\/\/www.ypsilantisymphony.org\/tickets.html or the day of at the door.\n](\"http:\/\/www.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/12\/Singers.jpg\"){kind=link}