Illustration by Lauren Brutger
by DOINA PLOP
Staff Writer
Even in a time of global pandemics and social distancing, it is still possible to have fun and enjoy the holidays! Check out these in-person and virtual events over the next two weeks:
At WCC
Stress less, study harder
Dec. 8 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location: Garrett’s Restaurant and Student Center – 1st floor
Description: “Visit the student center for study tips, mental health tips, activities, and freebies!”
Intramural Rocket League
Dec. 8, from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Location: Online
Description: “Join the WCC Esports Intramural Rocket League games from the comfort of your living room.”
WCC Painting Party
Dec. 10, from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
Location: WCC Student Center – Community Room / Zoom
Description: “WCC is hosting an instructor-led virtual painting party via Zoom. Participants will be mailed a canvas, paints, brushes, and an apron.”
WCC Men’s Basketball @ UM Flint
Dec. 11, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: 303 E Kearsley St, Flint, MI 48502
Description: “Join the fun and attend WCC men’s basketball game vs UM Flint.”
WCC Men’s Basketball vs Wayne Community College
Dec. 16, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Location: 801 W Fort St, Detroit, MI 48226
Description: “Come cheer at the Washtenaw Community College vs Wayne Community College men’s basketball game.”
Club Women’s Basketball @ Macomb Community College
Dec. 18, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: 14500 12 Mile Rd, Warren
Description: “Come enjoy the Club Women’s Basketball game vs Macomb Community College.”
In the community
Holiday Art Fair
Dec. 5, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds (5055 Ann Arbor-Saline Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48103)
Description: “Come shop for arts and crafts from over 80 artists and try delicious meals from the food trucks.”
An Evening With David Sedaris
603 E Liberty Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Dec. 7, at 7:30 p.m.
Location: Michigan Theater
Description: “Enjoy an evening with a New York Times bestselling author and humorist David Sedaris.”
Countdown to Christmas
Dec. 10 and 11, from 7 p.m.
Dec. 12, from 2 p.m.
Location: Riverside Arts Center (76 N Huron St, Ypsilanti, MI 48197)
Description: “Enjoy the magic of the holiday season while listening to some of your favorite holiday songs.”
Free Screening: Elf
Dec. 12, at 1:30 p.m.
Location: Michigan Theater (603 E Liberty Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48104)
Description: “Visit the Michigan Theater for a free screening of ELF, part of their Free Holiday Classics Series!”
Ugly Sweater Party
Dec. 17, from 6 p.m. to 12 a.m.
Location: The Beer Grotto Dexter (8059 Main St, Dexter, MI 48130)
Description: “Enjoy the holiday season at the Beer Grotto with an Ugly Sweaters party.”
