Visitors viewing the artwork of incarcerated artists at the Michigan League. Courtesy of the Prison Creative Arts Project.
Compiled by Lilly Kujawski
Deputy Editor
ARTS & CULTURE
Prison Creative Arts Auction
Hosted by the Prison Creative Arts Project, this silent and live auction will feature artwork donated by incarcerated artists, as well as other Michigan artists and University of Michigan faculty. The proceeds will support the 24th Annual Exhibition of Art by Michigan Prisoners. Free admission.
Hussey Room, Michigan League | 911 N. University Ave., Ann Arbor
Dec. 8, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Poetry Night in Ann Arbor: I Name This Body Mine
Presented by the Neutral Zone, this event will feature Ann Arbor youth and local poets Aldo Leopoldo Pando Girard, Lilly Kujawski, and Anika Love. Music and poetry will follow a theme of reclamation of self through art. The event will also serve as the book release for the book I Name This Body Mine, a collection of poetry by the three features. For ticket prices and purchasing, visit conta.cc/2OX5YD1
Lydia Mendelssohn Theater | 911 N. University Ave., Ann Arbor
Dec. 15, 7-9 p.m.
The Nutcracker
Since 1994, the Ann Arbor Ballet Theatre has performed this holiday classic. Tickets cost $30 for adults and can be purchased via annarbornutcracker.org.
Power Center for Performing Arts | 121 Fletcher St., Ann Arbor
Dec. 21-23, times vary, check website
LOCAL
Grizmas
The popular 12 Days of Grizmas holiday music event was created by musician Griz in order to give back to the creative community in Detroit. The festival spans across 12 days and each day has a different theme, ending in concert. Tickets can be found via Ticketmaster and 12daysofgrizmas.com.
Locations vary, check website
Dec. 4-15, times vary, check website
DIYpsi
This annual event will include unique crafts from makers and artists across Michigan, arts and crafts projects to take part in, food and drinks, film screenings, dance performances, and serves as a great opportunity to find gifts for the holiday season. Admission is $1. Information can be found on diypsi.com.
Riverside Arts Center | 76 N. Huron St., Ypsilanti
Dec. 8 and 9, times vary, check website
Free Screening of Elf
Part of the Holiday Classics Film Series, the Michigan Theater is hosting a showing of the Christmas movie Elf, free and open to the public. No ticket necessary. The film will be shown in the theatre’s 1,600 seat Main Au ditorium. Perfect way to spread holiday cheer with family and friends, and enjoy this popular film, starring Will Ferrell.
Michigan Theater | 603 E. Liberty St., Ann Arbor
Dec. 9, 1:30-3:07 p.m.
CAMPUS
Blood Drive
A blood drive will take place on campus for students participate in. Just one pint of blood can save up to three lives. If you are able, donating blood is a great way to help those in need this holiday season. Participating in the campus blood drive will also get you entered in a drawing for a $20 giftcard to the WCC bookstore. Walk-ins welcome, or sign up ahead of time via Campus Connect.
Student Center Community Room 105
Dec. 5, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Stars On Stage
Support WCC performing arts students for a good cause as they take to the stage for their winter fundraiser show. The show will primarily featuring dance performances, as well as some music. Proceeds go towards toys for kids. Admission is the donation of one unwrapped toy or monetary donation.
Townsley Auditorium
Dec. 12, 7 p.m.
Student Opinion Questionnaires
It’s SOQ season! Don’t forget to fill out the forms on BlackBoard to give feedback about your courses this semester. Students who don’t complete the questionnaires are at risk of being locked out of BlackBoard and losing access to final grades.
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