ANN ARBOR, MI — The holidays are upon us and there are still plenty of events going on in Ann Arbor this weekend.
There seems to be something to do for everyone, whether you want to watch a movie, listen to live music or even put your ice skating skills to the test. Check out these five events going on in the city from Friday, Dec. 23, to Sunday, Dec. 25.
1. Watch “It’s A Wonderful Life” at the Michigan Theater
Get into the Christmas spirit by watching “It’s A Wonderful Life” on the big screen.
starting at 7:30 pm on Friday, Dec. 23.
The classic holiday film starts at 7:30 pm Friday, Dec. 23 at the Michigan Theater at 603 E Liberty St. George Bailey, played by James Stewart, wishes he was never born, but an angel, played by Henry Travers, is sent to make him see what would happen if his wish came true.
Tickets are $10.50 for adults and $8.50 for students with a valid ID, senior citizens and children younger than 12. For more information, visit the Michigan Theater’s website.
2. Skate around at Buhr Outdoor Ice Arena
Enjoy open skating at Buhr Park Outdoor Ice Arena from noon to 2 pm and 7 to 8:45 pm Friday, Dec. 23. The ice rink will be closed Christmas Eve, Dec. 24, and Christmas, Dec. 25.
Admission is $6 for adults age 18 and older, while senior citizens and those age 17 and younger will pay $5. Skate rentals are $3 and available be on a first-come, first-served basis.
Buhr Park Outdoor Ice Arena, 2751 Packard Road, is also available for Sticks and Pucks from 4 to 5:15 pm This open skating opportunity is available to all ages and gives hockey players a chance to focus on skill development. Sessions are limited to 40 skaters.
Those participating will pay $8 if they are an adult resident of Ann Arbor or $9.50 if they are an adult that is not a resident. Youth and senior residents pay $7, while nonresidents will pay $8.50. Skates, sticks and helmets are required.
To learn more, visit the outdoor ice arena’s website.
3. Find produce at Ann Arbor Farmers Market
Shop seasonal produce, farm products, holiday décor, gifts and more at Ann Arbor’s Farmers Market from 7 am to 3 pm Saturday, Dec. 24.
Shoppers at the market will find fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, plants, eggs, cheese, meat, poultry, honey and more. Other items may include candles, jewelry, body care items, ceramics and more.
All vendors accept cash and there is an ATM available if you need it. The market also offers $5 credit card tokens for purchase that can be used like cash with most of the market’s vendors.
The market’s office window accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express, Apple Pay, Google Pay and Samsung Pay.
To learn more about the market or about other payment options, visit the website.
4. Let the little ones participate in an art camp
SCRAP Creative Reuse is hosting its Camp SCRAP from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm Friday, Dec. 23, at its Ann Arbor location at 4567 Washtenaw Ave.
The camp at the donation-based creative reuse store is for children who “love inventing, making and bringing their creative ideas to life.” Camp Scrap is Camp Scrap is open to children in first though fourth grades and gives kids a chance to explore gift making with reusable items.
The camp will have a mix of projects led by staff members, and will give children the chance to make a gift and card for a friend or family member. Tickets are $50 and can be found here.
5. Listen to live music at North Star Lounge
Bluegrass music will fill the North Star Lounge, 301 North Fifth Ave., from 7 to 10 pm Friday, Dec. 23. The cover charge is $10.
The music is being provided by the Northwoods Ramblers Bluegrass band, an authentic group of bluegrass musicians from Southeast Michigan. The intimate music venue is also a vegan bar that works with the Detroit Street Filling Station.
For more information, visit North Star Lounge’s website or social media.
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