Local Events
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Depot Town Moonlight Madness & Tree Lighting w/ Santa
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| What could be better than carolers singing, shopping bags swinging and Santa lighting up the town? How about a sale? When the holiday lights go on in Depot Town the stores throw open their doors and the shopping season is on a roll. |
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Shadow Art Fair
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| Brother can you spare a dime? Well, how about a nickel? Yup, for just a shiny nickel you enter the world of the Shadow Art Fair. Fast becoming one of the most anticipated events in Ypsi the Shadow Art Fair feeds the soul and some pretty darn good artists too! |
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Night of Lights
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Normal Park |
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Dec. 1 |
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6 PM – 9 PM |
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| Catch the glow of the season as you walk one of Ypsi’s most popular neighborhoods. This annual event has become a favorite among the City’s holiday sights. |
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Heritage Holidays & Home Tour
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| Take a peek at some of the cherished holiday decorations and traditions held by your fellow Ypsilantians as neighbors all around the city open their houses for the holiday tour. Check out the website for ticket and event details. |
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Home for the Holidays
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| Come to the library at 1PM for stories and crafts. At 4 PM the Ypsi Community Band brass quintet plays holiday favorites leading up to a sing-a-long and tree-lighting in the park. |
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1st Annual Downtown Ypsi Starlight Shopping Spree
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Downtown – Michigan Ave, Washington St. and more |
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Dec. 7-8 |
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6 PM - ? |
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| Come shop under the stars in downtown Ypsi. Discover fabulous new stores and rediscover fun favorites as you stroll this historic shopping district. Need a little extra cheer? Visit one of the many downtown restaurants and lounges for a bite to eat and holiday spirits even Scrooge would enjoy. |
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Santa’s Red Carpet Event
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| Kids! Start with breakfast at Frenchies with Santa & Mrs. Clause then have your picture taken at the Enchanted Florist. Finish up your super Santa Event by writing to him at Gordon’s Five & Dime. |
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Decorate a Gingerbread House
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| Come to the YDL and decorate your own graham-cracker house with candy. While you’re at the library, discover books about holiday traditions around the world. |
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Build Your Own Gingerbread House
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Bombadill’s Neighborhood Coffee Shop, 17 W. Michigan Ave., 17 W. Michigan Ave. |
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Dec. 8 |
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1 PM – 5 PM |
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| Ever wonder what it’s like to build a house? A gingerbread house that is. Now’s your chance! For one low price you’ll be supplied with icing “glue”, gingerbread walls and all the fixings (including candy from Ypsi’s very own The Rocket) needed to create your own treasure. Stop by to sign up early for this hugely popular holiday event. |
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Stuff Your Stocking
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| Join in the fun of the 2nd annual Stuff Your Stocking event. Stop by Café Luwak and choose from 7 stocking styles. (Can you say that 3 times fast?) Area shops will have featured stuff for sockin’ in yer stockin’. |
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Decorate Gingerbread Men
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| “You can’t catch me!” said the Gingerbread man. Now’s your chance to catch your very own fresh baked Queen of Hearts Gingerbread Man at Gordon’s. With that rascal firmly in hand you can dress him up with the great candy found at the Five & Dime. |
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PTD Productions Presents: The Butler Did It, Again
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| Take a break from the seasonal madness with a merry murder mystery. Take a bunch of famous detectives, mix in an old plantation house, add a dash of mayhem and you’ve got the perfect recipe for a fun night of theater. |
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1st Annual Juried Art Fair
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| Be one of the first to attend Ypsi’s newest art extravaganza. This juried fair features local artists' ceramics, paintings, drawings, photographs, sculptures and more. Find Great Art! Support Local Artists! And Support RAC! |
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PTD Productions Presents: The Butler Did It, Again
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| Take a break from the seasonal madness with a merry murder mystery. Take a bunch of famous detectives, mix in an old plantation house, add a dash of mayhem and you’ve got the perfect recipe for a fun night of theater. |
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Build Your Own Gingerbread House
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Bombadill’s Neighborhood Coffee Shop, 17 W. Michigan Ave. |
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Dec. 15 |
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1 PM – 5 PM |
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| Ever wonder what it’s like to build a house? A gingerbread house that is. Now’s your chance! For one low price you’ll be supplied with icing “glue”, gingerbread walls and all the fixings (including candy from Ypsi’s very own The Rocket) needed to create your own treasure. Stop by to sign up early for this hugely popular holiday event. |
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How Did They Do That? Secrets Of Making A Gingerbread House
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| Local Chef Scott Manuel talks about creating the 3 foot tall Gingerbread House on display at the Michigan Ave branch of YDL. Ask those tough baking questions like, “How do I not bake tough cookies?” |
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Annual Holiday Happy Hour Sing-a-long
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TC’s Speakeasy, ’207 W. Michigan Ave. |
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Dec. 21 |
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6 PM – 9 PM |
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| For well over a decade, the Friday before Christmas has found locals gathering at TC’s Speakeasy to sing their favorite carols. Sit back and enjoy or lift your voice in song as the spirit moves you. Okay, maybe you’ll just lift some spirits until you’re moved to sing. Local favorite Rob Moses will make a special appearance leading the festivities from the piano. |
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Build Your Own Gingerbread House
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Bombadill’s Neighborhood Coffee Shop, 217 W. Michigan Ave. |
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Dec. 22 |
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1 PM – 5 PM |
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| Ever wonder what it’s like to build a house? A gingerbread house that is. Now’s your chance! For one low price you’ll be supplied with icing “glue”, gingerbread walls and all the fixings (including candy from Ypsi’s very own The Rocket) needed to create your own treasure. Stop by to sign up early for this hugely popular holiday event. |
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2nd Annual Mittenfest
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| The weather outside might be frightful but the music inside’s delightful. Oh, and they serve great beer there too. Local music never tasted so lip smackin’ good! |
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New Year Jubilee
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| Ring out the old, ring in the new with your friends and neighbors in this family-friendly environment. With music, storytelling, comedy and more you’ll party like it’s 199_…. uh… 2008! |
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