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Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center hosts a self-defense session on Saturday, December 5, at 12 p.m. at Affirmations in Ferndale. It’s part of the MOVE Series.
Affirmations

Edsel & Eleanor Ford House hosts a Holiday Tea & Tour on Sunday, December 6, at 10 a.m. in the Lake Shore Room, Grosse Pointe Shores. Enjoy a refined tea service with seasonal bites, then explore the Main Residence and grounds dressed in Eleanor’s understated holiday style. Tickets are sold by table; seating is limited.
Ford House

Grosse Pointe War Memorial hosts Bedtime Stories with Santa on Sunday, December 6, at 4 p.m. at the Grosse Pointe War Memorial in Grosse Pointe Farms. Fireside stories, songs, milk and cookies, plus a professional family photo.
Grosse Pointe War Memorial

John Lodge brings a Moody Blues tribute concert on Sunday, December 6, at 6:30 p.m. at Royal Oak Music Theatre in Royal Oak. Go for a night centered on The Moody Blues’ music. Tickets available.
Royal Oak Music Theatre

Grosse Pointe War Memorial hosts Vet-To-Vet on Wednesday, December 9, 2026, at 6 p.m. at the Grosse Pointe War Memorial in Grosse Pointe Farms. A relaxed way for veterans to connect over coffee; free to attend, registration encouraged.
Grosse Pointe War Memorial

Story of the Year and Silverstein play a joint concert on Wednesday, December 9, at 6 p.m. at Royal Oak Music Theatre in Royal Oak. Two bands share the bill; tickets are available.
Royal Oak Music Theatre

Grosse Pointe War Memorial hosts Bedtime Stories with Santa on Thursday, December 10, 2026, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Grosse Pointe War Memorial in Grosse Pointe Farms. Kids come in PJs for fireside stories, songs, and milk-and-cookies with Santa.
Grosse Pointe War Memorial

Charlie Berens plays Friday, December 11, at 6 p.m. at Royal Oak Music Theatre in Royal Oak. Big room, big vibe—presented by Outback.
Royal Oak Music Theatre

Stagecrafters rolls out its Blue Room Holiday Cabaret at the Baldwin Theatre in Royal Oak (415 South Lafayette Avenue) on Friday, December 11, 2026, at 7:30 p.m.. Looking for a holiday outing at the theater near Detroit? This one's a good pick.
Stagecrafters at the Baldwin Theatre

Edsel & Eleanor Ford House brings back The Nutcracker Tea on Saturday, December 12, 2026, at 10 a.m. at Ford House in Grosse Pointe Shores. A beloved holiday tradition returns with a setting inspired by the classic story; seating is sold by table, multiple tables allowed, but tables can’t be combined and adjacency isn’t guaranteed.
Ford House

Shakey Graves plays a concert on Tuesday, December 15, at 7 p.m. at Royal Oak Music Theatre in Royal Oak. If you want to see him live, grab tickets on the venue’s site.
Royal Oak Music Theatre

Drag Race All Stars winner Jimbo the Drag Clown brings a touring comedy show to the Royal Oak Music Theatre on Tuesday, December 15, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are on the ticket page.
Royal Oak Music Theatre

Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center hosts an all-ages open mic on Thursday, December 17, at 6 p.m. at Affirmations Gallery in Ferndale, in partnership with MiGen. Sign-ups happen on site, first come first served.
Affirmations Gallery, 290 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale, 48220

Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center hosts a virtual Writing Group on Thursday, December 17, 2026, at 6:45 p.m., organized from Ferndale. Connect with fellow writers, share works-in-progress, and spark ideas. It’s free; submit the registration form to join.
Affirmations

Edsel & Eleanor Ford House hosts Brunch with Santa on Sunday, December 20, at 9 a.m. at Ford House in Grosse Pointe Shores. Staff escort each table to meet Santa for a calm, personal visit. Tables for 4, 6, and 8 are available; advance purchase is strongly recommended.
Ford House

Dear Evan Hansen in Royal Oak: Stagecrafters puts it on stage at the Baldwin Theatre, 415 S. Lafayette Ave., on Friday, January 15, 2027, at 7:30 p.m.. If you're hunting for a night of theater in Royal Oak, put this one on the list.
Stagecrafters at the Baldwin Theatre

The title alone sounds like a toast. Stagecrafters puts The Bucket List Of Booze Club on stage at the Baldwin Theatre, 415 S. Lafayette Ave. in Royal Oak, on Friday, February 12, 2027, at 7:30 p.m..
Stagecrafters at the Baldwin Theatre

The Book Club Play takes the stage at the Grosse Pointe Theatre, 15001 East Jefferson Avenue in Grosse Pointe Park, on Thursday, February 18, 2027, at 7:30 p.m.. The title promises a book club, and if you've ever been in one, the vibe might feel familiar. Eight performances.
Grosse Pointe Theatre
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