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“Merrily We Roll Along”: Fathom Entertainment
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Fathom Entertainment. (734) 973–8424 (Ann Arbor 20), (734) 316–5500 (Emagine). Tickets $12.50 (except as noted) in advance at fathomentertainment.com/events and at the door. Ann Arbor 20 (4100 Carpenter, Ypsi.) & Emagine (1335 E. Michigan Ave., Saline), various times.
Dec. 4–18: “Merrily We Roll Along.” Prerecorded broadcast of a 2024 Broadway production of this bittersweet 1981 Stephen Sondheim musical. The story begins in 1980 with 3 disillusioned old friends who have gone their separate ways, and travels back to the 50s when the pals were brimming with excitement and enthusiasm. Stars Daniel Radcliffe, Jonathan Groff, and Lindsay Mendez. Various times; see website. $15.
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Open Stitching: Embroiderers’ Guild of America
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Dec. 6 & 18. Stitchers of all abilities and interests invited to socialize and work on their own projects. 10 a.m.–noon, West Side United Methodist Church, 900 S. Seventh St. (Dec. 6) & Panera Bread, 903 W. Eisenhower (Dec. 18). Free. [email protected].
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“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History
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Every Tues.–Sun., except Dec. 24, 25, & 31, and Jan. 1. All age 6 & up invited into the museum’s Nature Lab and Micro Worlds Lab to use scientific tools and museum specimens to answer questions and solve problems. 11 a.m.–3 p.m., U-M MNH, 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0478, ummnh.org.
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Santa Photos at Briarwood Mall: Briarwood Mall
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The ultimate holiday tradition awaits. And Santa is making a list and checking it twice – so reserve your photos with Santa today!
Santa arrives on November 21, 2025 and will be here through December 24th. Book early to ensure your spot to see Santa.
Make Your Reservation Here: https://whereissanta.com/mall/0143?utm_campaign=briarwood-mall&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=website-rsc-simon
12/18 - 11:00am-7:00pm
12/19 - 10:00am-8:00pm
12/20 - 9:00am-9:00pm
12/21 - 9:00am-7:00pm
12/22 - 9:00am-9:00pm
12/23 - 9:00am-9:00pm
12/24 - 9:00am-5:00pm
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The Guild of Artists & Artisans Holiday Artist Market
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Every Wed.–Sat., Nov. 14–Dec. 20. Juried show & sale of art. 11 a.m.–5 p.m., The Gutman Gallery, 118 N. Fourth Ave. Free admission. (734) 662–3382.
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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor Senior Cente
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Every Mon. & Thurs. through Dec. 18. Play open to all skill levels age 18+, both non-sanctioned (Mon. 12:30–3:30 p.m.) and ACBL-sanctioned (Thurs. noon–3:30 p.m.). 12:30 p.m. (Mon.) & noon (Thurs.), Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin. $5 (Mon.) & $9 (Thurs.); $1–$2 less for AASC members. (734) 794–6250, a2gov.org/senior, annarborbridge.com.
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Stephenson Ceramics Handcrafted for the Holidays: Stephenson Ceramics
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This holiday, we’re celebrating the remaining pieces of the Functional Collection - timeless, handcrafted pieces from Susanne and John Stephenson’s legacy. Each piece tells a story of craft and care. After a lifetime of creating, there is no new work being produced. Once these pieces are gone, they’re gone.
Collect a piece of Stephenson history while you can. Come shop, explore, discover and celebrate 60+ years of work by the “dynamic duo of ceramics”, at the site the work was imagined and created. The studio and storage areas are filled to the brim with free standing and wall mounted sculptures, colorful and gestural vases and bowls as well as cups, mugs and plates.
Open: Thursday - Saturday 12-4pm thru December 20th.
4380 Waters Road ,Ann Arbor. Free. [email protected] https://www.stephensonceramicstudio.com/ 7343951540.Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club
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Every Tues., Thurs., & Fri. through Dec. 23. All invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge (Tues. & Fri.) and a 499er game (Thurs.) for players with no more than 499 ACBL master points. 1–4 p.m. or so (arrive by 12:45 p.m.), City Club, 1830 Washtenaw. $9 per person. If you plan to come without a partner, email [email protected].
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Ikebana International
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All invited to learn about and practice this Japanese style of flower arranging. Floral materials provided upon request, bring your own container and tools (listed at ikebanaannarbor.org/programs). 1–3 p.m., Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1500 Scio Church Rd. $25. Space limited; preregistration required at [email protected].
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“Decoupage Boxes & Vases”: Ann Arbor District Library
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All invited to use old maps or magazine pictures to decorate a small vase or light switch cover. Bring paper items like cards, pictures, or newspapers, and an item to decorate if you like. 2–3 p.m., AADL Malletts Creek. Free. (734) 327-4200.
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“Frozen”: The Encore Musical Theatre Company
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Dec. 4–Jan. 11 (different times). Daniel Cooney directs this local professional theater company in Kristen Anderson-Lopez, Robert Lopez, and Jennifer Lee’s 2018 stage musical, itself based on the 2013 animated Disney movie, a loose adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s “The Snow Queen.” It tells the story of Queen Elsa of Arendelle, whose self-seclusion in an ice palace prompts her younger sister Anna to attempt to find her, aided by a cast of characters including Olaf the snowman and Kristoff the ice vendor. The musical features numbers like “Do You Want to Build a Snowman?” and “Let It Go.” 7 p.m., Encore, 7714 Ann Arbor St., Dexter. Tickets $44–$65 (17 and under $34) in advance at theencoretheatre.org & at the door. (734) 268–6200.
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“Third Thursdays at the Library”: U-M Library
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Monthly open house featuring rotating highlights from the library’s Special Collections Research Center, maps from the Clark Library, and items from other collections. Today’s theme, “A Few of Our Favorite Things,” features displays of various staff favorites. Curators on hand to answer questions. 6th fl.: Early 20th-century marionette production of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, hand-colored plates of early 19th-century Paris, vintage Betty Crocker advertisements, pop-ups from Michigan paper engineer Robert Sabuda, and other items. 2nd fl.: Atlases, panoramas, maps, and globes with unusual backstories. 1st fl.: Various items from around the globe, including ancient Peruvian textiles, Jewish holiday cards, historical postcards from the Philippines, and Russian theater costumes. 4–6 p.m., Hatcher Library, enter from the Diag. Free. (734) 936–2309.
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“Block Print Cards”: Ann Arbor Parks & Recreation
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City environmental educator Eleva Potter leads adults age 18 & up in making simple print cards from provided materials. 5–7 p.m., Gallup Park Meeting Rm., 3000 Fuller. Free, preregistration required (space limited) at tinyurl.com/a2parksrec. [email protected].
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“Intro to 3D Printing”: Ann Arbor District Library
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All invited to learn about the library’s 3D printing resources and basics of 3D design, then print an item to take home. 5:30–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown, Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“Diabetes Innovation: From Breakthrough Research to Everyday Solutions”: Ann Arbor District Library
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Caswell Diabetes Institute representatives discuss stem cell therapies, smart insulin delivery, and other innovations in diabetes treatment. 6–7 p.m., AADL Traverwood. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“Pandora”: U-M Kelsey Museum of Archaeology Book Club
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All invited to join a discussion of Susan Stokes-Chapman’s 2022 historical novel, set in 1799 London, where the discovery of a mysterious ancient Greek vase sets in motion conspiracies, revelations, and romance. Light refreshments. 6–7 p.m., Kelsey Museum, rm. 125, 434 S. State. Preregistration required; see bit.ly/kelseybookclubdec25. Free. (734) 764–9304.
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“Repairsday Thursday”: All Hands Active
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Every Thurs., except Dec. 25. All invited to drop in with broken electronics, furniture, toys, or any other item they’d like to try to repair or repurpose with the help and guidance of AHA members. Repairs not guaranteed. 6–8 p.m., AHA, basement of 255 E. Liberty, ste. 225. Livestream available at meetup.com/allhandsactive/events. Free; donations welcome. [email protected].
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Bad Decisions Track Club
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Every Thurs., except Dec. 25. Runners of all abilities invited to join this eclectic group of runners ranging from people training for their first 5K to ultramarathoners. Sessions are typically interval-based track workouts, followed by socializing at a nearby brewery. 6 p.m. Ferry Field, State at Hoover. May meet elsewhere if the weather is bad. Free. See walline.wixsite.com/bdtc to sign up for email updates on each week’s workout.
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Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company (AARC)
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Every Mon., Tues., Thurs., & Sat. (different AARC locations). Runners of all abilities invited to join a 5K mapped route (Mon. & Thurs.), an interval-based training run (Tues.), or either a beginner or advanced group run (Sat.). 6 p.m. (Mon.), Corner Brewery, 720 Norris, Ypsi; 6 p.m. (Tues.) & 7 a.m. (Sat.), AARC Downtown, 209 S. Ashley; and 6 p.m., AARC Colonnade, 901 W. Eisenhower. Free. annarborrunningcompany.com.
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“Euchre Change a Life!”
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Dec. 4 & 18. Five-game euchre tournament. Sign up with a partner, or get paired with one by the organizers. Prizes. Proceeds benefit Haitian children via Haitian Christian Outreach. 6:30–9 p.m., HOMES Campus, 112 Jackson Plz. $15 (HOMES community members, $10). [email protected].
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“2025 Winter Showcase”: Randazzo Dance Company
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Dec. 18–20. This local dance company performs 6 shows in a variety of dance styles, showcasing routines they have worked on throughout the year. For a complete schedule see randazzodance.com/winter-showcase-2025. 7 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.), 5 p.m. (Fri.), and 1 & 4 p.m. (Sat.), Riverside Arts Center, 76 N. Huron St., Ypsi. Tickets $20/per show in advance at randazzodance.com and at the door. (734) 477-9350.
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“Anthem for an Arbitrary Fixed Point”: Cluster
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Seven writers gather at this new venue for artists & writers to read their own works reflecting on the closing of another year. 7–8:30 p.m., Cluster, 307 N. Main. Free. clustermuseum.org.
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“Christmas by Candlelight”: Kerrytown Concert House
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Local pianist and composer R. Mackenzie Lewis is joined by an ensemble of Michigan musicians for a candlelit evening of holiday and everyday favorites. With violinist Jan Sullins, cellist Jamie Gallupe, woodwind players Alex Toth and Harry McComb, guitarist Nicholas Martin, and bassist Joe Fee. 7 p.m., KCH, 415 N. Fourth Ave. Tickets $30–$40 (students, $20–$30) in advance at kerrytownconcerthouse.com and (if available) at the door. (734) 769–2999.
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Live Trivia: Bløm Mead + Cider
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Every Thurs., except Dec. 25. Bløm staffers lead 2 rounds of trivia. Teams or single players welcome. Prizes. 7 & 8 p.m., Bløm, 100 S. Fourth Ave. Free, but purchase of food & drink encouraged. (734) 548–9729, drinkblom.com/events.
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Trivia Night - Lake Forest Golf Club: My Trivia Live!
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Every Thursday at 7:00PM! - Happy Hour 3PM to Close!
Get ready to test your knowledge! Assemble your brainiest friends and prepare for an evening of fun and friendly competition. Check-in begins at 6:45 PM, with the first question dropping right at 7:00 PM. Come enjoy a fantastic night filled with great beverages, delicious drinks, and engaging questions. We can't wait to see you there! Reservations are greatly appreciated but not required.
734-994-8580 Ext. 2.
Appetizers, dinner and drinks! Check out our new winter menu at Ellsworthannarbor.com featuring home made soups, mac & cheese, chicken tacos and much more! Happy Hour Specials - Shareables $9; Specialty Cocktails $3 off, All wines $5/glass, $20 bottles, Draft Beers $5.
3110 W Ellsworth Rd ,Ann Arbor. Free. [email protected] lakeforestgc.com 734-994-8580 Ext. 2.Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
Mike Stanley: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase
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Dec. 18–20. High-energy Chicago-based observational comic, originally from the Detroit area, whose act is sharp, coarse, and at times politically incorrect in Stanley’s takes on politics, drugs, and sex. Preceded by opening acts TBA. Alcohol served. 7:15 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.) & 9:45 p.m. (Sat.), 212 S. Fourth Ave. $20 (Thurs., $15) at aacomedy.com and (if available) at the door. (734) 996–9080.
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“Say What?” Comedy Open Mic: Hear.Say Brewing + Theater
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Every Thurs., except Dec. 25. Stand-up comedy open mic hosted by local comics Ned Rice and Jeff Teed. All age 18 & up welcome to listen or sign up for a 6-minute set starting at 7:30 p.m. 8–10 p.m., HSBT, 2350 W. Liberty. Free, but preregistration advised at heardotsay.com/events. [email protected].
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“Silent Night, Deadly Night”: Michigan Theater
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Film screenings every day. Tickets $10.50 unless otherwise noted (children under 12, students, seniors age 65 and older, & U.S. veterans, $8.50; Marquee Arts members, $8) in advance online (recommended) & at the door. For updated schedule, see marquee-arts.org/calendar.
Dec. 18: “Silent Night, Deadly Night” (Charles Sellier Jr., 1984). Slasher film about a boy who witnesses his parents’ murder on Christmas Eve by a man disguised as Santa Claus. 8 p.m.
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Live Trivia: Bløm Mead + Cider
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Every Thurs., except Dec. 25. Bløm staffers lead 2 rounds of trivia. Teams or single players welcome. Prizes. 7 & 8 p.m., Bløm, 100 S. Fourth Ave. Free, but purchase of food & drink encouraged. (734) 548–9729, drinkblom.com/events.
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