GROSSE POINTE PARK
IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD
Grosse Pointe Theatre presents Irving Berlin's White Christmas Dec. 5-21
December 5 at 7:30 PM
Schaap Center
15001 East Jefferson, Grosse Pointe Park, MI
Celebrating community, honoring veterans, and embracing the spirit of the holidays. Grosse Pointe Theatre will present the beloved holiday classic, Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, with eleven performances Dec. 5-21 at the new, state-of-the-art Schaap Center, in Grosse Pointe Park. With a beautiful music score by Irving Berlin, this production is an uplifting story of kindness, humanity, and love, weaved together by amazing voices, spectacular dancing, and stunning costumes and set. The twenty-six-member cast and twenty-five-member crew will provide an entertaining and heartwarming experience, including a tribute to veterans, ensuring an unforgettable performance celebrating the true spirit of the holidays. Eleven performances: evenings at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Tickets start at $29. Parking is free. There will be pre-curtain entertainment by several metro Detroit choral groups 30 minutes before curtain. A special appearance by Santa and Christmas Carol will take place prior to curtain on Dec. 11 and Dec. 14. Patrons should arrive early to enjoy the entire experience and beautiful amenities offered at the A. Paul and Carol C. Schaap Center for the Performing Arts and the Richard and Jane Manoogian Art Gallery.
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Santa Visits in The Village
December 6 at 9:00 AM
17110 Kercheval St, MI 48230-1661
Grosse Pointe, MI
Santa Visits in The Village! Children and parents can visit with Santa Claus on Saturday mornings again this year! In addition to visits to Santa's Workshop, NEW this year for one day ONLY you can spend breakfast with Santa too! Santa hours are 9 am to 12 p.m. on Nov. 29, and Dec. 6, 13 and 20. Santa will be located in the lower level of Apple Blossom Baby & Kids (17110 Kercheval Ave.) AND On December 13th ONLY from 9am-10am he will start the day at Sidestreet Diner (630 St. Clair) before heading to his workshop. Visits with Santa are free and families are invited to take their own photos
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Diabetes Prevention Program- FREE class
December 7 at 1:30 PM
St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church
1491 Baldwin St, Detroit, MI
Small changes can make a big difference in your health and helping you to prevent the development of type 2 diabetes. Corewell Health's Diabetes Prevention Program is led by trained lifestyle coaches who will give you skills you need to make lasting, healthy lifestyle changes. Through this yearlong program, you will focus on healthy eating, getting started with physical activity, overcoming stress and staying motivated as you work toward your weight loss and physical activity goals. After the initial 16 weekly sessions, you will meet bi-weekly, and then monthly for added support to help maintain your progress. Class is held Sundays at 1:30pm at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Detroit.
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No Other Land film screening
December 7 at 3:00 PM
Grosse Pointe Unitarian Church Annex
17150 Maumee Ave, Grosse Pointe, MI
Academy Award Best Documentary Feature Film "No Other Land" shows the destruction of the occupied West Bank's Massager Yatta region by Israeli soldiers an the alliance which developed between Palestinian activist Basel Adra and Israeli journalist Yuval Abraham. Fill will be followed by open discussion.
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Christmas Concert
December 7 at 7:30 PM
Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Parish
467 Fairford Rd, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI
Mark your calendars! ✨ The GPSO Christmas Concert is happening Sunday, Dec. 7 at 7:30 PM at Our Lady Star of the Sea. Featuring trumpet soloists Scott Schroeder & Paul Miller, Nester Winner Isabell Johnson, and seasonal favorites including the Nutcracker Suite and Christmas Festival. ️ Tickets at gpsymphony.org — Students K-12 attend free!
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Christmas at the Tail
December 10 at 6:00 PM
The Roostertail
100 Marquette Dr, Detroit, MI
On Wednesday, December 10th or Thursday, December 11th, 2025, the iconic Roostertail transforms into a jaw-dropping winter wonderland for a night of festive, adults-only fun. Whether you’re a small business, a couple, or a group of friends, this is your chance to experience a holiday party like never before — packed with entertainment, gourmet food, endless drinks, and insane holiday décor. What’s Included: Drinks: All alcoholic & non-alcoholic drinks included Open bars with classic and festive cocktails Santa’s Spiked Milkshakes & unique holiday creations Food: All-you-can-eat gourmet buffets Multiple carving stations Indulgent all-you-can-eat raw bar Desserts: Cozy hot chocolate with fresh-baked cookies Cotton candy station Bananas Foster station Live Entertainment: Live band playing 80s, 90s & today’s hits mixed with holiday classics High-energy DJ Elf performances Mesmerizing performers & theatrical lighting Dancing water fountains (weather permitting) Activities & Atmosphere: Multiple dance floors to keep the party going Tons of epic photo ops throughout the venue Over-the-top immersive holiday décor you have to see to believe Additional Amenities: Complimentary parking & coat check Premium reserved tables for groups of 6+ Three floors of nonstop excitement Magical guaranteed snowfall Tickets: $150 per person 2–9 tickets: Reserved communal seating 10+ tickets: Private reserved table for your group Upgrades available for bottle service, champagne & celebratory cakes This is a ticketed event (not a dinner reservation — no cancellations or refunds) Why You Should Attend: Skip the stress of planning and give your team, friends, or clients a holiday night they’ll never forget. Celebrate in style, network with other businesses, and soak in the kind of atmosphere you simply can’t find anywhere else. This is more than a party — it’s Detroit’s ultimate holiday experience.
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