LADD, Inc.

Holiday Punch Game Sip and Shop
2025-12-11 17:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Downtown Marshall, Marshall, MI, 49068, United States
Put on your ugly Christmas sweater or some Holiday jammies and join us for a holiday punch game! Sip, shop and “punch” the holiday trees for prizes, discounts or maybe some coal?! (Have you been good this year?) Participating stores will have trees with little surprises. Punch through the tissue paper and see what holiday joy you will find! A fun night to get some shopping done at your favorite Marshall shops while enjoying the festivities!

Mixed-Up Hot Chocolate & Movie Night for Tweens!
2025-12-11 17:00 - 18:30 | St. Joseph/Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Public Library, 500 Market Street, St Joseph, MI, 49085, United States
Bring your favorite warm blanket and get ready to create your perfect cup of hot chocolate with all the best mix-ins, watch 2018’s “The Grinch,” plus enjoy some tasty snacks! It’s the perfect, warm way to spend a chilly evening with friends.
Admission: Free

Tel: 269-983-7167

Mobile Pantry @ Holy Maternity of Mary Church (Drive Thru)
2025-12-11 16:00 - 19:00 | Holy Maternity of Mary Church, 210 N. Front St., Dowagiac, MI, 49120
Mobile Food Pantries deliver a variety of fresh fruits, vegetables, dairy products and other food staples to people in need of emergency food at no cost.
Unless otherwise noted, all Mobile Pantries are scheduled in Eastern Standard Time. Please note that schedules may change.
You can also find this information—and many other food resources—in map form on our Resource Map. If you have questions about a specific Mobile Pantry, please contact the host agency. For more information about client rights while visiting an agency partner, see our Client Rights Statement here.
Many Mobile Food Pantry sites will allow you to pick up food as a proxy (stand-in) for another household that cannot physically attend. You will need to be prepared to provide the name, state of residency, and household size of any other family you are picking up for. Most Mobile Pantry sites have a limit on how many households you can pick up for and should tell you that limit if you ask.

2025 Santa House Series
2025-12-11 16:00 - 18:00, 2025-12-07 13:00 - 17:00 | St. Joseph Today Welcome Center, 301 State Street, St. Joseph, MI, 49085
Santa’s House is moved from the North Pole each year to the corner of State & Pleasant Streets in downtown St. Joe! Santa will be available for wish list conversations and holiday photo ops weekends in December. Don’t forget to bring a camera to capture this magical visit!
Grab a postcard from the Welcome Center to write a letter to Santa. Santa’s House will still take its spot on the corner of State and Pleasant Streets to serve as a drop off for letters!
As we wait in anticipation, Mrs. Claus has offered to read some of her favorite books! St. Joseph Today will be releasing weekly videos for our Storytime with Mrs. Claus series!
Admission: Free

Contact: St. Joe Today
Tel: 2699851111
email

Live Music At The Groovin' Grove - Miguel Lasso
2025-12-10 19:00 - 21:00 | The Groovin’ Grove, 72040 M-43, South Haven, MI, 49090, United States
Live Music Wednesday–Sunday
The Groovin’ Grove is an intimate cocktail lounge with 1970s living room vibes and a big sound! Known for its top-tier live music lineup featuring some of the region’s best working talent. Guests can enjoy thoughtfully crafted beverages, crave-worthy burgers, and rotating specials—all in a laid-back setting that puts the music front and center.

Singo Wednesdays At Black River Tavern
2025-12-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Black River Tavern, 403 Phoenix Street, South Haven, MI, 49090
dec 6 – 31
Wednesdays at 7 PM

Overview

Play Singo, a musical twist on Bingo, every Wednesday at Black River Tavern!

Admission
Free

Making Holiday Memories Concert with the Capital City Brass Band
2025-12-10 19:00 - 20:30 | Bohm Theatre, 201 S. Superior Street, Albion, MI, 49224
Join the Capital City Brass Band for a festive evening of music as we present our 2025 Holiday Concert at the historic Bohm Theatre in Albion MI!
?️ Admission is just $10 — an affordable way to enjoy live music in a beautiful setting.
Big thanks to our local sponsor who made this concert possible – Stirling Books & Brew located at: 119 N Superior St, Albion, MI 49224
The Capital City Brass Band is a British-style brass ensemble made up of talented volunteer musicians from across the region. Our holiday program features a rich variety of seasonal favorites and traditional brass band repertoire that’s sure to put you in the holiday spirit.

Out of the Box Open Mic Night
2025-12-10 18:30 - 21:00 | Box Factory for the Arts, 1101 Broad Street, St. Joseph, MI, 49085, United States
Come on out to hear the great talent we have here in Southwest Michigan. Open Mic is offered EVERY WEDNESDAY from 6:30 to 9 PM on the Box Factory stage, with the 2nd Wednesday given to local singer/songwriters performing original works. All performers—including musicians, singers, poets, writers, and storytellers—are welcome to participate with sound equipment provided.
Those wishing to perform at Open Mic should sign up in person. Audience members are asked to pay $5 at the door; no charge for children under 12. Performers will not be charged a fee.
NOTE: OPEN MIC WILL NOT TAKE PLACE ON THE FOLLOWING DAYS DUE TO HOLIDAYS: 11/27, 12/25 and 1/1

Admission: $5

Teens: DIY Gift Making!
2025-12-10 18:00 - 19:00 | St. Joseph/Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Public Library, 500 Market Street, St Joseph, MI, 49085, United States
Get into the holiday spirit while making small handmade gifts for family and friends– all materials provided!
Admission: Free

Hooked On Yarn
2025-12-10 13:00 - 15:30 | South Haven Memorial Library, 314 Broadway Street, South Haven, MI, 49090, United States
Knit & Crochet – Hooked on Yarn, meets select Wednesdays from 1pm – 3:30pm. Everyone is welcome to come.

LADD Annual Holiday Open House
2025-12-10 11:00 - 14:00 | Dowagiac Conservation Club, 54551 M51 North, Dowagiac, MI, 49047
? LADD Annual Holiday Open House
Come Jingle & Mingle!
LADD invites you to celebrate the season at our Annual Holiday Open House on Tuesday, December 10 at the Dowagiac Conservation Club (54551 M 51 N, Dowagiac, MI 49047).
Join us for light food, refreshments, and an afternoon filled with holiday cheer and dancing! This event is open to everyone we serve in Berrien County (11:00 AM – 12:15 PM) and Cass/Van Buren Counties (12:30 PM – 2:00 PM).
Put on your favorite holiday attire, bring your best festive energy, and come connect with the LADD community as we wrap up the year together.

Children's Story Time at the Library
2025-12-10 10:30 - 11:30 | St. Joseph/Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Public Library, 500 Market Street, St Joseph, MI, 49085, United States
Babies, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age kids! All are welcome at our storytime. It is a fun time for all ages. We read, laugh, dance, sing, rhyme and there is always a fabulous craft.
Storytime provides a foundation for building a lifelong love of books and reading.
Admission: Free

It's Elementary: National Christmas Card Day!
2025-12-09 18:00 - 19:00 | St. Joseph/Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Public Library, 500 Market Street, St Joseph, MI, 49085, United States
On the day that many people start mailing Christmas cards to friends and loved ones, come and make your own cards to give to others. It’s Elementary programming is for children in 1st-3rd grades.
Special thanks to our program sponsor: Linda Jeschke!
Admission: Free
Sponsor: Linda Jeschke- Thank You!

Trivia Night At Fiesta Mexicana
2025-12-09 13:00 - 17:00 | Fiesta Mexicana, 181 E Columbia Ave, Battle Creek, MI, 49015, United States
Come join us for an amazing night of trivia, prizes, and drink specials. It’s Trivia @ Fiesta Mexicana! Test your trivia knowledge and compete against your friends and other patrons. It’s fun to play, and everyone is welcome! We’ll see you there!

Author Talk: Richard Taylor
2025-12-08 18:00 - 19:00 | St. Joseph/Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Public Library, 500 Market Street, St Joseph, MI, 49085, United States
Join the Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Public Library for an Author Talk with Richard Taylor!

Taylor is a retired attorney who recently moved to Saint Joseph.

He has previously self-published a children’s book for his granddaughters. Richard’s life has been blessed with spirited cats and dogs over the years. The name of the time-traveling cat is the name of his cat of eighteen years.
Admission: Free

Tel: 269-983-7167

50% Pizza Mondays At Three Blondes Brewing
2025-12-08 16:00 - 20:00 | Three Blondes Brewing, 1875 Phoenix St. Ste B, South Haven, MI, 49090, United States
Overview

Start your week the right way with Half-Off Pizza Mondays at Three Blondes Brewing! ?
Enjoy any of your favorite pizzas for 50% off when you mention this deal to your server or bartender—because if you know, you know! ? Dine-in only (so you can show the crew some love while you’re at it).

Mobile Pantry @ Michigan Works!
2025-12-08 16:00 - 17:30 | Michigan Works! Service Center, 499 W. Main Street, Benton Harbor, MI, 49022
Time & Location
Last available date

Dec 08, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Michigan Works!, 499 W Main St, Benton Harbor, MI 49022, USA

About the event

We are hosting a FREE food pantry from 4 pm until we run out of food!

We ask that you remain in your vehicles. No bags/boxes will be needed.

RSVP is not required to attend.

Mobile Food Pantries deliver a variety of fresh fruits, vegetables, dairy products and other food staples to people in need of emergency food at no cost.
Unless otherwise noted, all Mobile Pantries are scheduled in Eastern Standard Time. Please note that schedules may change.
You can also find this information—and many other food resources—in map form on our Resource Map. If you have questions about a specific Mobile Pantry, please contact the host agency. For more information about client rights while visiting an agency partner, see our Client Rights Statement here.
Many Mobile Food Pantry sites will allow you to pick up food as a proxy (stand-in) for another household that cannot physically attend. You will need to be prepared to provide the name, state of residency, and household size of any other family you are picking up for. Most Mobile Pantry sites have a limit on how many households you can pick up for and should tell you that limit if you ask.

Community BINGO Mondays
2025-12-08 12:30 - 13:30 | South Haven Memorial Library, 314 Broadway Street, South Haven, MI, 49090, United States
Community BINGO Mondays are back! Join us at the South Haven Memorial Library and try your luck! Starting October 6 thru December 15, 2025 from 12:30 pm – 1:30pm Mondays.

Holiday Food Drive (Donations)
2025-12-08 10:00 - 2025-12-16 18:00 | South Haven Memorial Library, 314 Broadway Street, South Haven, MI, 49090, United States
Every day starting Nov 10 through Dec 16, 2025 – all day

Overview

South Haven Memorial Library is partnering with We Care, Inc. for the Holiday Food Drive. Every donation helps. We are accepting donations of non-perishable food items along with hygiene and baby items. Some recommendations for FOOD ITEMS: canned foods such as sauces, soups, vegetables, etc., pasta, beans, peanut butter, rice, cereal. BABY ITEMS: baby shampoo, diapers, baby wipes, baby lotion, baby clothes, pacifiers, etc. HYGIENE ITEMS: shampoo, conditioner, shaving cream, dish soap, laundry detergent, toothpaste, etc. All items must be unwrapped. We will have baskets by the circulation desk for these items.

Trivia Night Sundays At New Holland Tasting Room
2025-12-07 18:00 - 21:00 | New Holland Tasting Room, 253 Center Street, South Haven, MI, 49090
dec 7 – jan 25th 2026
Sundays at 6 PM

Overview

Get ready to flex those brain muscles! Join us every Sunday at the South Haven Tasting Room for Trivia Night starting at 6pm! It’s free to play, so gather your crew, grab a cocktail, and put your knowledge to the test with fun and challenging questions. Whether you’re a trivia pro or just in it for the laughs, there’s something for everyone.
Plus, we’ve got great prizes and bragging rights up for grabs. Don’t miss out on the mid-week fun—see you there!

Admission
Free to Play!

Merry Mile
2025-12-07 18:00 - 21:00 | Calhoun County Fairgrounds, 720 Fair Street, Marshall, MI, 49068, United States
The first day of December means Marshall gets merry with a mile of light displays at the fairgrounds. It’ll be open Thursday through Sunday for all of December (not including Christmas day). There will be special events throughout the month, including visits from Santa, crafts and a live nativity. Admission is $10 per car or $20 for vehicles with 9-15 passengers.

2025 SCHEDULE
Dates: December 4-28, 2025
Days: Thursdays-Sundays
(excluding Christmas)
Time: 6:00-9:00 pm

LOCATION DETAILS
Location: Calhoun County Fairgrounds
720 Fair Street, Marshall, MI
Phone: 269-781-8161
Email: ccaisoffice@gmail.com

PRICING INFORMATION
Vehicle up to 8 passengers : $10.00
Vehicle carrying 9-15 passengers: $20.00
Trolley: $40.00
Any vehicle carrying more than 16 passengers: please contact the office for pricing and to confirm if we are able to accommodate.
Payment Accepted : We accept Cash and Card at our Ticket Booth During Merry Mile Hours.
Please note there is a processing fee if paying by card.

Harbor Country Singers Holiday Concert at The Acorn
2025-12-07 16:00 - 19:00 | The Acorn, 107 Generations Drive, Three Oaks, MI, 49128
Come celebrate the holiday season with the Harbor Country Singers! The free concert will include Christmas and Hanukkah music. In addition to the singers, it will feature area musicians, including a brass quintet and a piano, guitar, and bass trio.
Admission: $0-$30

Contact: Acorn Box Office Team

Open Skate
2025-12-07 16:00 - 17:30 | The Rink Battle Creek, 75 Houston St, Battle Creek, MI, 49017, United States
Open Skate (weekly on Sunday)4 p.m. to 530 p.m. $8 to Skate$3 Skate Rental
CASH ONLY!!!!

94th Vesper Service - Monday Musical Club
2025-12-07 15:45 - 17:00 | Monday Musical Club, 2001 Niles Ave., St. Joseph, MI, 49085
Monday Musical presents its 94th Vesper Service, featuring their Women’s Chorus, Director Genette Gillard, and Collaborative Pianist, Marcelo Martin, Organ Brenton Offenback, Harp Heidi Sturniola and Piano Dr. Geena Kam. The audience participates in singing carols, ending with Handel’s Hallelujah Chorus.
The concert is free and open to the public. All collected donations go to the Twin City Good Fellows Fund.
Admission: Free and open to the public

Contact: Karla Hake

Christmas Gnome Painting Class
2025-12-07 15:00 - 18:00 | JLN Studio, 2642 W John Beers Rd, Stevensville, MI, 49127, United States
Get into the holiday spirit at JLN Studio with our festive Christmas Gnome Painting Class!

Paint your very own Christmas gnome on a 10×20 canvas—perfect for holiday décor or gifting to someone special. This class is designed for adults, families, and friends, ages 12+, and all skill levels are welcome!

All supplies included – just bring your creativity and holiday cheer.
Limited spots available – reserve early!

Cancellation Policy:
Class is nonrefundable unless cancelled by JLN Studio. If the class is cancelled, a full refund or class credit will be issued.
Admission: $43

Contact: Julie Nitz

Cereal City Concert Band Presents "The Gifts of Christmas!”
2025-12-07 15:00 - 17:00 | Pennfield Performing Arts Center, 8299 Pennfield Rd, Battle Creek, MI, 49017
Buy Tickets!

? Join us for “The Gifts of Christmas!” ?
Celebrate the season with the Cereal City Concert Band on Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025, at 3:00 PM at the Pennfield Performing Arts Center (8587 Pennfield Rd, Battle Creek).
Enjoy an afternoon of joyful music — from folk songs and festive favorites to holiday classics like Greensleeves, C’est Noël, and of course, Sleigh Ride! ?
?️ Tickets:
Adults $10 | Students/Seniors/Veterans $5 | Kids 5 & under free
Get tickets at the door, online at cerealcityconcertband.org/schedule, or on Eventbrite.
? Bring a new, unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots and join in our 50/50 and poinsettia raffles!
Now in its 39th season, the Cereal City Concert Band welcomes Dr. Doris Doyon as our new conductor. Share the spirit of the season with us! ❤️

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Solasta Setlist: Marco Villarreal
2025-12-07 14:00 - 16:00 | Solasta Winery, 11945 Red Arrow Hwy, Sawyer, MI, 49125
Unwind with an afternoon of live music by Marco Villarreal!
His captivating sound pairs perfectly with a glass of Solasta wine and a cozy winery atmosphere. Gather with friends, relax, and let the music set the tone for your Sunday.

Christmas Tea At The Governor's Mansion
2025-12-07 13:00 - 17:00 | Governor’s Mansion, 612 S Marshall Ave, Marshall, MI, 49068
Join us for our annual open house Christmas Tea! This is a FREE event! Everyone is welcome to tour the Governor’s Mansion Museum and partake in holiday treats!

2025 Holiday Artisan Market
2025-12-07 11:00 - 16:00 | St. Joseph Spring Artisan Market, 216 Court St, St. Joseph, MI, 49085
Join us for an indoor Holiday Artisan Market from 11:00a-4:00p at Union + Social!
Admission: Free

Contact: St. Joe Today
