Good morning, Traverse City.

Contractors will begin demolishing the building at 153 Pine Street Monday, Dec.

15 and continue the work through Friday, Dec. 19, with intermittent flag control scheduled on Pine and W. State starting Wednesday, Dec. 17 while allowing two-way traffic.

Kirkbride Hall in Traverse City will host the global Candlelight Concert Series on Dec.

19-20—lighting up the venue with thousands of flameless LED candles for Christmas carols. The series extends into the new year with Valentine’s Day and spring concerts featuring covers from Coldplay and Queen.

A new article highlights eight Michigan vinyl album releases (2026) that offer fresh holiday gift ideas for local music fans.

The guide shows shoppers how to pick unique presents celebrating Michigan’s rich music scene.

The Dennos Museum Center is showcasing Detroit artist Doug Cannell’s Fever Plug work in his 'Selections from Backstories' exhibit through April 1 — a must-see event before the holiday season.

Community leaders in Kingsley — who received a $12,250 grant Thursday — are moving forward with plans to redevelop downtown and add housing and commercial space in a village of 1,400 residents.

The project will shape the downtown area in the coming months.

DMC Concert: Mr. Sun

6-7:30 p.m. — Dennos Museum Center — Ticket info available — Experience the innovative sound of supergroup Mr. Sun reimagining classical works through American roots music.

Women in Tech Meetup – Traverse City

5-7 p.m. — Earthen Ales — Free entry — Connect and empower each other in a casual setting focused on women in tech.

Candlelight Concert: Christmas Carols on Strings

8:45 p.m. — Kirkbride Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Christmas carols performed by the Listeso String Quartet under candlelight.

Dominic Fortuna’s Holiday Spectacular

4:00 – 9:30 p.m. — Hotel Indigo Traverse City by IHG — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of festive entertainment, delicious holiday dining, and nostalgic music.

Traverse City Track Club Jingle Bell Run

5:30-11:30 p.m. — Park Place Hotel and Conference Center — Free entry — Enjoy a festive holiday run through beautifully decorated neighborhoods with cookies and hot cocoa afterwards.

Traverse City New Year's Eve CherryT Ball Drop

10:30 PM – 12:30 AM — Downtown Traverse City Real Estate — Ticket info available online — Celebrate the New Year with a giant cherry drop and fireworks in the heart of the Cherry Capital.

New Year, New Garden: Landscape Design Workshop

10 AM - 2 PM — The Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park — Cost not specified — Enhance your gardening skills in this immersive two-day workshop led by expert Matthew Ross.