Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 13th of December.
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🏘️ Community
The Doan family has kept the cherished Santa House alive at Veterans Memorial Park for 34 years — welcoming thousands each holiday season.
Open through Dec. 22, the house featured a livestreamed Santa arrival on Nov. 29 to bring holiday cheer to local visitors.
🎭 Culture
Bay City pastor Fr. José Cabrera runs the All Saints Parish Bible Museum at 710 Columbus Ave where visitors can explore 4,000 years of biblical history with free interactive tours; a Christmas Story in the Manuscripts tour is scheduled for Sunday, Dec.
14 from 6 to 8 p.m.+
🎉 Bay City Events
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Free Christmas Movie: The Grinch
6:30-8:30 p.m. — State Theatre — Free entry — Enjoy a magical evening with a classic holiday film fun for all ages.
Santa Joe's Christmas Movie Marathon
12-8 p.m. — State Theatre — Toy donation for admission — Enjoy a full day of classic Christmas movies benefitting local children in hospitals.
Breakfast with Santa & Mrs. Claus
9 AM - 3 PM — Bavarian Inn Lodge — Ticket price includes taxes and gratuity — Enjoy a delightful breakfast buffet and festive activities with Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Paint A Nutcracker Art Event
11:00-11:30 a.m. — Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library — Registration required — Celebrate the holiday spirit by painting your own mini nutcracker with family-friendly fun.
Free Christmas Movie: Miracle on 34th Street
6:30-8:30 p.m. — State Theatre — Free entry — Enjoy a classic holiday film with the community at the historic State Theatre.
Lifesize Fortnite at WIRT
11 a.m.–12 p.m. — Bay County Library System — Registration required — Compete in teams to build the best fort and defend it in a lifesize adaptation of Fortnite.
Noon Year's Eve Countdown Party
11:30 a.m. — Auburn Area Branch Library — Registration required — Celebrate the New Year with cake, dancing, and a cozy countdown to noon while in your pajamas.
NYE Comedy Show at The State Theatre
8:00 – 9:30 PM — State Theatre — $25 to $35 — Enjoy a night of laughter with nationally touring headliner Mike Ball and support local causes.
Winter Preschool Storytime
10:15-10:45 a.m. — Auburn Area Branch Library — Registration required — Enjoy engaging stories tailored for preschoolers during this lively session.
Baby Storytime
10:15-10:45 a.m. — Auburn Area Branch Library — Free — Engage your little ones with delightful stories during this interactive baby storytime session.
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