Good morning, Bay City.

Bay City Academy students delivered 125 care packages to McLaren Bay Region Hospital nurses on Dec.

10 in a yearly holiday tradition that began after the school superintendent’s COVID-19 complications. The students fundraised with cocoa and popsicle sales (and created personalized messages) to show their thanks.

After a fatal antisemitic attack in Australia, Flint Township’s Jewish community gathered Monday night at Shea Automotive — lighting a 22-foot menorah to celebrate Hanukkah with a message of unity and resilience.

The menorah will remain lit for the eight-day holiday.

FIM Repertory Theatre announced 'A Facility for Living', an upcoming production at its local theatre.

Performance dates and ticket details will be shared soon for local audiences to plan their visit.

A state funding cut has stalled Rx Kids expansion plans, including a launch in Saginaw, but the Flint program will continue supporting enrolled families with payments until new funds arrive.

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.