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Wednesday, December 25th, 2024
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Good morning, Ann Arbor. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Dick Benedek, a 91-year-old from Ann Arbor, maintained perfect attendance at the Kiwanis Club for over 60 years, reflecting on his dedication to community service, diversity in his legal career, and his cherished hobby of train collecting. MLive
- ➤ The vacant building at 209 S. Main St. in Ann Arbor, formerly home to Jim Brady's, will soon host Tabe, a high-end Asian fusion restaurant set to open around the Lunar New Year in 2024. MLive
- ➤ Ann Arbor in the 1930s experienced growth and cultural enrichment despite the Great Depression, marked by the construction of iconic landmarks and community events. MLive
- ➤ Avalon Cafe and Kitchen in Ann Arbor relocates to a new location beside Pretzel Bell to enhance operational efficiency and maintain high-quality service amid challenging times for the hospitality sector. MLive
- ➤ A lawsuit against Ann Arbor's approval of a 15-story high-rise at Five Corners will proceed with a new judge in 2025, following Judge Tim Connors' retirement. MLive
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Multiple vehicles were broken into in the Sunnyside Park community of Ann Arbor on Christmas Eve, with police investigating the incidents. MLive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ann Arbor Public Schools initiates discussions to revive its advisory committee for upcoming school construction projects following the $1-billion capital bond. MLive
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Ann Arbor area restaurants, offering a variety of cuisines, will remain open on Christmas Day to cater to those without meal plans or preferring to dine out. MLive
WELLNESS NEWS
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Free Live Trivia at Bløm in Kerrytown
Enjoy two hours of free live trivia games at Bløm Mead + Cider, featuring gift card prizes and a welcoming atmosphere for all group sizes.
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Yoga and Refreshments at Bløm in Ann Arbor
This all-levels yoga class combines stretching, mobility, and strength with the option to enjoy mead or cider post-session.
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Grand New Year's Eve Celebration at Weber's Boutique Hotel
The event features deluxe hotel accommodations, evening entertainment with dancing and a DJ, a champagne welcome reception, and a New Year's brunch.
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Monthly Meeting of the Materials Management Planning Committee
The Materials Management Planning Committee holds a monthly meeting to discuss planning and management related to materials in the Washtenaw County area.
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Playground Concert at The Blind Pig
Playground will perform live at The Blind Pig in Ann Arbor, offering a night of music in a popular local venue.
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Candlelight Concert: The Best of Hans Zimmer
Experience a captivating candlelight concert showcasing the beloved music of Hans Zimmer performed by the Listeso String Quartet at the First Presbyterian Church of Ann Arbor.
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Frosty Freestyle & Krazy Klassic Cross Country Ski Race 2025
This cross-country ski race event features multiple competitive categories including 15km and 5km races, taking place in Huron Meadows Metropark.
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G. Love and Special Sauce Live in Concert
G. Love and Special Sauce will perform an electrifying concert featuring a mix of blues, hip-hop, and modern pop, accompanied by a special VIP pre-show experience.
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Faceless Concert at The Blind Pig
Faceless will perform live at The Blind Pig in Ann Arbor, providing an evening of music.
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Concert by On Tap in Ann Arbor
On Tap will perform live at The Blind Pig in Ann Arbor.
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