Ironwood Theatre Announces December Calendar of Events

IRONWOOD, MI - Tuesday, December 1, 2009 - The Historic Ironwood Theatre in Downtown Ironwood announced its December 2009 Calendar of Events. The following Events are scheduled for December:

December 4

• 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. The annual Holiday Auction & Raffle in the Ironwood Theatre Concourse Artwalk. Individuals and businesses from around the region along with artists and crafters from North Carolina to Minnesota have contributed a wonderful mix of items for your inspection, all donated to raise funds for the restoration and operation of the Ironwood Theatre.
• 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Jack Frost Parade Warm-up. Hot holiday refreshments served to parade watchers and participants in the Theatre lobby.
• 6:00 p.m. Jack Frost Parade. Ironwood’s Festival of Lights passes in front of the Theatre.

December 8

• 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Holiday Auction & Raffle viewing continues with refreshments served.
• 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Area Talent Musical Showcase. Once again the Theatre brings forth accomplished local artists rarely seen on area stages. Admission free.

December 12

• 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The traditional Deck the Halls Fine Art & Craft Fair moves to the Ironwood Theatre combined with a full day of viewing and bidding at the Holiday Auction. Refreshments served. Admission free.

December 13

• 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Holiday Auction & Raffle continues with refreshments served.
• 4:00 p.m. Ironwood High School Band Concert, Ironwood Theatre stage.

December 14

• 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Come early for holiday cheer and place last chance bids at the Auction & Raffle.
• 8:00 p.m. An Evening with Jeff Daniels. A Concert performance with the noted singer and songwriter, playwright/director and star of stage and screen. Jeff pays homage to his Michigan roots. Following the concert, pick up auction and raffle prizes.

December 19

• 7:30 p.m. Sounds of the Season featuring two outstanding groups, Saron Lutheran Bell Choir of Ashland Wisconsin and Ironwood’s Chamber Singers, each performing in concert. Join them for a sing-a-long of favorite Christmas carols.

December 25

Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas... and a Happy New Year!

December 30

• 7:00 p.m. It’s beginning to be a tradition. Big Top Chautauqua travels to the Ironwood Theatre for another end of the year celebration. It’s Moon Songs and Moon Shadows with the Blue Canvas Orchestra, a tribute in concert to two of their favorite singer/songwriters: Cat Stevens and Paul Simon. Celebrate the New Year one night early at a concert you and your companion won’t want to miss! Start the evening with holiday cheer at Kelly’s Wine bar in the Theatre lobby.

For more information and to purchase tickets to events, stop at the Ironwood Theatre office at 109 East Aurora Street, Ironwood, Michigan or telephone (906) 932-0618.