Deck Our Halls!
2019-12-12 17:30 - 21:30 (America/Detroit) | The Ghostlight Theatre, 101 Hinkley Street, Benton Harbor, MI, 49022, United States
Join the celebration this holiday as The GhostLight Theatre reveals its 2020 Season.
Enjoy performances by Southwest Michigan’s favorite professional artists like Michael Koch, Jenna Mammina, Paul Mow, Kecia Deroly and more!
Delicious foods provided by The Mason Jar Cafe and The Cheese Lady St Joe, p l u s a cash bar.
Proceeds will benefit GhostLight’s black box theater, keeping it cozy and entertaining throughout the 2020 Season!
Reception begins at 5:30pm, Concert starts at 6:30pm.

The Livery's 11th Annual Holiday Bizarre
2019-12-10 17:00 - 21:00 | The Livery, 190 5th street, Benton Harbor, MI, 49022, United States
Find the perfect gifts for your loved ones in this cozy, holiday atmosphere!
The 11th annual Holiday Bizarre is THE place to purchase hand-forged items, goods, and wares from local artists, artisans, and craftsmen. On Monday, December 9th from 6pm – 9pm, and Tuesday, December 10th from 5pm – 9pm all three floors of the Livery will be jam-packed with brand new and returning vendors. Grab a bite and a brew while you shop, and ring in the holidays the right way!
No admission fee

Teddy Bear Tea
2019-12-08 13:00 - 15:00 | Marina Grand Resort, 600 W. Water Street, New Buffalo, MI, 49117, United States
It’s tea time again! Join Santa and the Wacky World of Dave Rudolf for an afternoon of magic at the Marina Grand Hotel in New Buffalo. Purchase a ticket for $15 and bring an unwrapped toy for Toys For Tots, and the day of wonderment shall be yours!
There will be dancing, refreshments, laughter, and of course, holiday cheer.
Call 269.469.9900 to make a reservation, and quickly!

Handel's Messiah at The Mendel Center
2019-12-07 19:30 - 21:30 | The Mendel Center Mainstage at Jenkins Theater, 2755 E. Napier Ave, Benton Harbor, MI, 49022, United States
The combined forces of the Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra and David Carew’s Chorllenium, along with an exceptional cast of soloists, will perform the Christmas portion of Handel’s glorious oratorio, under the direction of Robin Fountain. Ring in the holidays with the joyous masterpiece!

A Three Oaks Christmas
2019-12-07 18:00 - 19:30 | Downtown Three Oaks, Three Oaks, MI, 49128, United States
Tree lighting! Christmas Parade! Visiting with Santa! and all in the festive Village of Three Oaks, on Saturday December 7th. Be at Carver Park before 6pm to grab a viewing spot for the parade, then join Mrs. Claus and Santa by the fireplace! Refreshments will be provided, with thanks to the River Valley Ministerial Association.

Christmas in the Village (the Village of Stevensville!)
2019-12-07 15:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Stevensville, 5768 St. Joe avenue, Stevensville, MI, 49127, United States
Merry Christmas, there’s so much to do! With many generous sponsors, this celebration will be the best!
On Saturday, December 7th, join the Village of Stevensville for Christmas in the Village! Starting at 3pm, there is a whole day of fun planned:
Pictures with Santa
Sleigh Ride
Chestnut Roasting
Face Painting
S’mores
Games & Prizes
Music and Entertainment
Letters to Santa at Full Circle Cafe
Cookie Decorating & Crafts at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church
Visit the Goodie Bag Stops at participating local businesses.
Decorate donuts at Red Coach Donuts
Vote for your Favorite downtown business window decoration, and more! There will be food available for purchase from Twisted Dawg, Pizza Hut, and Marla’s Popcorn Cart.
You can even purchase a Christmas tree at Watermark Brewing Co (from Alex’s Veggies!)
No admission fee

Sippin' with Santa
2019-12-07 13:00 - 16:00 | Round Barn Brewery & Public House, 9151 First Street, Baroda, MI, 49101, United States
Santa Claus is comin’ to Roouuund! (Barn)
Saturday, December 7th, bring the whole family to Round Barn for this festive holiday party! From 1pm – 4pm, enjoy crafts, face painting, cookie decorating, and more, while having a glass of your favorite cheer.
In partnership with the New Buffalo Toys for Tots chapter, Round Barn asks that each child brings a new, unwrapped toy as their admission fee.
Suggested donation: $5 OR 1 toy per child

The Avenue's 13th Annual Festival of Lights @ Journeyman Distillery
2019-12-06 18:00 - 21:00 | Journeyman Distillery, 109 Generations Drive, Three Oaks, MI, 49128, United States
The Avenue’s annual fundraiser happens this year on Friday December 6th, at Journeyman Distillery in Three Oaks.
They excitedly welcome back Main Street Dueling Pianos for entertainment while attendees enjoy food, signature cocktails, a raffle, and much more!
Space is limited, be sure to make your reservations today.
Proceeds benefit each of the 5 Divisions of The Avenue, and this event fills up quickly!
If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, you can do so on the registration page of their website.

Light Up the Bluff
2019-12-06 18:00 - 19:00 | The Bluff in St. Joseph, Lake Blvd, Saint Joseph, MI, 49085, United States
Over one million lights come alive along Lake Bluff Park as it is transformed into a winter wonderland!
On Friday, December 6th, the St. Joseph High School Choir will open the evening with Christmas carols at 6pm, near the tree (at the corner of Broad St and Lake Boulevard). The lighting ceremony will follow, around 6:30pm.
From December 6th through Valentine’s Day, grab your sweetheart or entire family and take a stroll through the Park under arches of sparkling lights.
Sponsored by the St. Joseph Improvement Association

Benton Harbor Holiday Lights Celebration
2019-12-06 17:30 - 18:30 | Dwight P. Mitchell City Center Park, 127 Pipestone, Benton Harbor, MI, 49022, United States
Kick off the Christmas season in downtown Benton Harbor, on Friday, December 6th at 5:30pm in downtown Benton Harbor and Dwight P Mitchell Park.
Businesses will light up the arts district and delight in refreshments and goodies, while the Benton Harbor Middle School band leads the ceremony.
Join the fun and welcome the holiday season!

PechaKucha Vol. 19 at the Box Factory for the Arts
2019-12-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Box Factory for the Arts, 1101 Broad Street, St. Joseph, MI, 49085, United States
PechaKucha: the art of concise storytelling.
A presentation format developed in Tokyo in 2003, PechaKucha gives each presenter 20 seconds to show each of their 20 slides, to share ideas, experiences, and works. The only requirement to become a presenter is passion! The St. Joe / Benton Harbor branch came together in 2015 as a nonprofit organization to get the creative juices flowing in our communities. Join your local artists, neighbors, colleagues, and strangers on this night of fun and the unexpected at the Box Factory for the Arts.

Harbor Arts Musical Expo @ the Acorn
2019-12-04 18:30 - 21:00 | The Acorn Theater, 107 Generation Drive, Three Oaks, MI, 49128, United States
Wednesday, December 4th brings three fan favorite bands from the Harbor Arts Music in the Park series at the Acorn Theatre in Three Oaks.
Robert Rolfe Feddersen, The Andrew Fisher Quartet, and The Sypian Family Band grace the stage with their musical awesomeness!
Robert Rolfe Feddersen is singer/songwriter who has received awards like the Gold Album for the song “Fly” from the movie “Varsity Blues.”
The Andrew Fisher Quartet with band members Glen, Dustin, Bruce, and Andrew, know how to get you moving with their jazzy, soul, and funk style music.
The Sypian Family Band is your hometown family band playing original tunes that stirs the soul.
General seating tickets are $15
and Reserved Donation seating tickets are $40 (price includes a $25 donation; no need to arrive early to claim your seat!)
Doors open at 6pm!

Holiday Collage Concert @ Grand Upton Hall
2019-12-03 19:00 - 21:00 | Grand Upton Hall at The Mendel Center, 1100 Yore Avenue, Benton Harbor, MI, 49022, United States
The sounds of the season can be found here– in Grand Upton Hall at Lake Michigan College, on Tuesday, December 3rd.
Beginning at 7pm, Lake Michigan College’s music, dance, and theatre students will be performing their holiday showcase of talent. In addition to performances by individual students, this year’s collage will features the LMC Concert Choir, Sound Waves and Harbor Lights (under direction of Kristopher Zook), the LMC Jazz Band (under the direction of Dr. Robert Lunn), Tailwinds, the new woodwind ensemble (under the direction of Danny Lopez), and the LMC Dancers (under the direction of Nancy Mattner).
Light refreshments will be served, and admission is free with a suggested donation of $5 OR a new unwrapped toy to donate to Toys-For-Tots.

Mitch Albom at the Mendel Center
2019-12-02 19:30 - 21:30 | The Mendel Center Mainstage at Jenkins Theater, 2755 E. Napier Ave, Benton Harbor, MI, 49022, United States
Join the Economic Club of Southwestern Michigan on Monday, December 2nd as they welcome Mitch Albom to the Mendel Center. World-renowned columnist, radio host, and philanthropist, he is the author of eight bestselling novels. Mitch Albom will present “Why Every Life Matters”, speaking about how we are all connected in our experiences, situations, influences, and how we each have a responsibility to do whatever we can, wherever we can, to contribute to making the world a better place.

Buchanan's Start the Season! ~Parade & Tree Lighting~!
2019-11-30 17:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Buchanan, 122 Days Ave, Buchanan, MI, 49107, United States
Come one, come all!
Buchanan’s annual Start the Season Parade and the Holiday Lighting ceremony takes place on November 30 this year, in downtown Buchanan.
The parade kicks off at 5:30pm and leaves from the Duck Pond, travels down Front Street, and ends at the Commons stage for the Holiday Lighting ceremony.
**If you’re interested in joining in the parade, please report to the Duck Pond parking lot by 5pm for costume judging and line-up. And anyone can join! Kids may dress in costume, decorate wagons and cars and tractors and bicycles, and dress up your pets too! Awards will be given to the top 3 kids’ costumes after the lighting.
The best way to spread Christmas cheer, is singing loud for all to hear!

Holiday Makers Market @ The Box
2019-11-30 10:00 - 18:00 | Box Factory for the Arts, 1101 Broad Street, St. Joseph, MI, 49085, United States
Small Business Saturday! Artists & Makers will be setting up booth spaces throughout the Box Factory to create a fun and festive Makers Market just in time for the Holiday Season! Come early, stay late, make a day of it – you are sure to find special gifts for everyone on your list.
Food and beverages will be available for purchase also– with the FABulous Chef Audy of Werk It food truck, and Forté Coffee pouring hot beverages all day. There will be a full cash bar open all day, with beer, wine and select cocktails, including the ever-popular Bloody Mary bar!
For a complete list of vendors and performers, pop on over to boxfactoryforthearts.org

Holiday in the Park
2019-11-29 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown South Haven Michigan, Phoenix Street, South Haven, MI, 49090, United States
Bring the Merry to South Haven during the official lighting of the community holiday tree! Ice skating, karaoke downtown, Santa Paws Pet Parade, luminaries, holiday treats and m o r e will jump-start the holidays and help you create memories that will last a lifetime!
Visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Dyckman Park from 5pm – 7:30pm, Ice skate in the pavillion beginning at 5, create holiday ornaments at the South Haven Center for the Arts from 6pm – 730pm, and so much more! There are plenty of activities scheduled throughout the weekend, so mark your calendars and bring your friends!

Twin Cities Turkey Trot
2019-11-28 07:30 - 10:30 | Benton Harbor Public Library, 213 E. Wall, Benton Harbor, MI, 49022, United States
Proceeds for this year’s Twin Cities Turkey Trot will benefit the Benton Harbor Police Athletic League. This organization instills fellowship and camaraderie between kids ages 12-18 and local law enforcement. They participate in sports and social activities together, teaching leadership and strength in the community.
Early packet pick-up for the race (Wednesday 5pm – 630pm) and Same Day pick-up (Thursday 7:30am – 8:45am) will be at the Benton Harbor Public Library. The start/finish line is located one block from the library entrance, and every participant that places in his/her category will receive a medal.

Exit Strategy by GhostLight Theatre
2019-11-24 15:00 - 16:30 | The Ghostlight Theatre, 101 Hinkley Street, Benton Harbor, MI, 49022, United States
The Lake Michigan College Visual & Performing Arts Department presents the Ike Holter play Exit Strategy at The GhostLight Theatre on Nov. 15, 16, 22, 23 at 7:30pm, and on Nov. 17 and 24 at 3pm.
This play centers on the teachers of Tumbldn High School, who don’t live in a picture-perfect, inspirational environment. They bring mousetraps from home, they make the toilet paper last, and they show up for the kids when nobody else will. When the school is slated for closure at the end of the year, and the weight of the inevitable bears down on the community, the students and teachers discover their breaking points.
Spiked with humor and brimming with fury, Exit Strategy is an exhilarating call to arms about what we owe each other.
Tickets are free for LMC faculty, staff, and students. Seniors age 65+ are $12

Journeyman Autumn Artisan Market
2019-11-24 10:30 - 2019-11-25 17:00 | Journeyman Distillery, 109 Generations Drive, Three Oaks, MI, 49128, United States
Fill your weekend with shopping and cocktails at Journeyman Distillery’s Autumn Artisan Market, November 23rd and 24th.
Opening at 10:30am, vendors and artists will have every inch of the gorgeous featherbone factory filled with decor items, jewelry, clothing, soaps, snacks, treats, art, and MORE, all for purchase! Food & beverages will be available for purchase also, so you can easily make a whole day of it! Find the perfect gift for everyone on your list.
Shop local! Happy Holidays!
Admission is FREE

Family Concert: Gemini and the All God's Children Choir at the Box Factory for the Arts
2019-11-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Box Factory for the Arts, 1101 Broad Street, St. Joseph, MI, 49085, United States
Come enjoy an evening of engaging songs, traditional and original, for the whole family with the acclaimed, award-winning Ann Arbor duo Gemini, made up of twin brothers San and Laz Slomovits, joined by Southwest Michigan’s own All God’s Children Choir, a group of talented local youth ages 4 to 18. From spirited, foot-stomping tunes to tender, inspiring ballads, this concert will be a celebration of music including guitars, violin, tin whistles, bones, and banjo. There will be spirited, foot stomping music and tender, inspiring music. Instruments will include guitars,violin, tin whistles, bones, and banjo.

$10 Admission (kids $5, kids under 3 FREE). Tickets available at the door.

25th Annual Luminary Festival in Downtown St. Joseph
2019-11-22 17:00 - 20:00 | IN
Back for its 25th year, this light-filled festival will delight children and adults alike. Stroll through the streets and take advantage of sales, specials, and tasty things to eat and drink while enjoying the glow of 1,000 luminaries lining the streets of downtown St. Joseph. while candlelit streets as 1,000 luminaries light your way as you shop in downtown St. Joseph.
Forté Coffee, 98.3 The Coast, and The Cheese Lady St Joe will be featured in the St. Joe Today Welcome Center, while downtown restaurants and vendors will offer a variety of samples and specials to brighten your night.
The 25th Annual Luminary Festival is Sponsored by:
The Boulevard Inn & Bistro
with Sustaining Sponsors:
Friends By Design
Grins of St. Joseph
HarborTown Interiors
Perennial Accents
The South Bend Chocolate Company-Chocolate Cafe
Wanderlust Outfitters
Waterfront Framing and Fine Art
The Whitcomb Senior Living Community
Wolf’s Marine

Ice Bumper Cars!
2019-11-16 17:30 - 19:30 | The Garden Ice Arena, 1626 Glenlord, St. Joseph, MI, 49085, United States
Welcome (early) winter in style! Slip and slide across the ice at the Garden Ice Arena in St. Joe! Just $6 is the ticket price for public skating, plus a $2 skate rental.
$10 will get you a twelve minute bumper car ride, $15 includes open ice skating, skate rental, AND a bumper car ride! On Saturday November 16th from 5:30pm – 7:30pm, be apart of the magic!
Visit the Garden Ice Arena website for ice rules and regulations

Kid's Christmas Carnival!
2019-11-16 11:00 - 15:00 | The Mendel Center Mainstage at Jenkins Theater, 2755 E. Napier Ave, Benton Harbor, MI, 49022, United States
This year’s super fun Kid’s Christmas Carnival hosted by 98.3 The Coast, 97.5 Y-Country, 94.9 WSJM, 103.7 COZY, 106.1 WSJM Sports and Midwest Family
will be held in the Mendel Center at Lake Michigan College. And there is soooo much to do—
Take photos with Santa (I KNOW HIM!!) Help in Mrs. Claus’ kitchen by decorating cookies by The Flour Shop! Create and decorate Kringle crafts! Play in the Little Elves Play-land! Bring a new, unwrapped toy OR new pair of pajamas and help fill a spa from Pristine Pools & Spas! Travel around the carnival in a horse-drawn sleigh ride provided by Kniebes Centennial Farm! Listen to story time with your favorite princesses!
Free tickets are available at Honor Credit Union locations in:
Benton Harbor, St. Joe, Coloma, Berrien Springs, Dowagiac, Niles, South Haven, Paw Paw, Decatur, Stevensville, and Buchanan

Lest We Forget: Patriotic Concert at the Mendel Center
2019-11-10 14:00 - 16:00 | The Mendel Center Mainstage at Jenkins Theater, 2755 E. Napier Ave, Benton Harbor, MI, 49022, United States
Honor our veterans and their families as the Southshore Concert Band joins Lest We Forget in their annual Veterans Day Patriotic Concert on Sunday, November 10th at 2:00 pm at Lake Michigan College Mendel Center in Benton Harbor.
This will be the thirteenth veterans’ concert put on by Lest We Forget and the Southshore Concert Band led by Dale Reuss. The 90 members of the Southshore Band will be featuring traditional patriotic songs and salutes for the branches of the service. The theme for the concert, America: Land of the Free; Home of the Brave, is designed to musically assert our American ideals through the performance by the Southshore Concert Band, including instrumental, vocal and visual selections. The men and women who have sacrificed to protect and defend those American ideals as members of the United States military forces will be remembered and honored throughout the program.
Veterans of all conflicts will be recognized, along with a “Tribute to Missing Comrades.” There will also be a salute to each branch of the armed services

Mystic India: The World Tour
2019-11-08 20:00 - 22:00 | The Mendel Center Mainstage at Jenkins Theater, 2755 E. Napier Ave, Benton Harbor, MI, 49022, United States
Come see, come see! Dynamic music, brilliant dancers, opulent costumes, stunning visual effects — Mystic India: The World Tour. This is an internationally acclaimed Bollywood dance spectacular based on the concept of ancient India’s transition into Modern India. An explosion of colors and energy fill your soul as you travel on a celebratory journey through Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Punjab, and Gujarat, and even through the progression of Bollywood films via a stunning visual display that fuses dance, theater, and spectacular special effects. Over half a million people have seen Mystic India: The World Tour since its inception through successful tours in South Africa, Switzerland, Canada, Bahrain, China, and hundreds of sold-out venues in the United States. Now you can be one of them!

Beach Glass Ornament DIY @ Three Blondes Brewing
2019-11-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Three Blondes Brewing, 1875 Phoenix Street Ste B, South Haven, MI, 49090, United States
Using sea glass, seashells, and other Lake Michigan treasures, gather with friends to create your own Beach Glass Ornaments on Thursday November 6th. Snacks and drinks will be served, and all materials will be provided. Every participant will take home five ornaments! Great for gifts!
Purchase your tickets ASAP, as these DIY Events at Three Blondes Brewing fill up quickly!

Worship Music Open Mic at The Acorn with Hosts Marcus and Marketo
2019-11-03 17:00 - 19:30 | The Acorn Theater, 107 Generation Drive, Three Oaks, MI, 49128, United States
Join duo Marcus and Marketo for a special, themed Open Mic night perfect for a Sunday evening. Performers are welcome to sing spiritual music in any genre, on the Acorn stage with a state-of-the-art professional sound system.
About the Hosts: With their unique combination of Marketo’s gospel sound and classical training, plus Marcus’s love of country and soul, Marcus and Marketo – both veterans who met on Craigslist over four years ago – create a sound that moves audiences and fulfills their goal of using their gifts for God.
Marcus and Marketo head up a band, Adoration Worship, and lead worship together at That Church Downtown in South Bend.
Performers: Email Sandra@acornlive.org with interest and inquiries.
RESERVED SEAT DONATION program – No need to arrive early to claim your seat! With a $25/seat donation (100% tax deductible), Acorn will reserve a seat for you.

Howl-O-Ween at Babe's Lounge
2019-11-02 21:00 | Babe’s Lounge, 565 Riverview Dr, Benton Harbor, MI, 49022, United States
Just because Oct 31 has passed doesn’t mean you can’t still get spooky with it! Bring your creepy self to Babe’s and enjoy the music of the Rain Dogs. Come dressed to thrill – there will be prizes for the best costume.

The Tin Shop Theatre presents "The Bad Seed"
2019-11-02 19:30 - 2019-11-04 22:00 | Tin Shop Theatre, 121 S. Oak Street, Buchanan, MI, 49107, United States
What would you do if your child wasn’t just naughty, but…evil? In this classic psychological thriller, Christine Penmark – with a loving husband, beautiful home, and seemingly perfect daughter, Rhoda – suddenly has to face that reality when Rhoda’s classmate Claude drowns under suspicious circumstances. If you’ve seen The Good Son starring a delightfully creepy Macaulay Culkin, you’ll definitely want to see the play on which it was partially based. Perfect for a post-Halloween weekend of thrills!
Tickets: $5 kids, $10 students and seniors, $12 adults.
