BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//wp-events-plugin.com//7.2.3.1//EN TZID:America/Detroit X-WR-TIMEZONE:America/Detroit BEGIN:VEVENT UID:11719@cranbrookartmuseum.org DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251220T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251220T170000 DTSTAMP:20251220T185433Z URL:https://cranbrookartmuseum.org/events/winter-solstice/ SUMMARY:Winter Solstice DESCRIPTION:Online registration is closed\, but walk-ins are welcome!\n\nYo u’re invited to join Cranbrook Art Museum and Cranbrook Institute of Sci ence on Saturday\, December 20\, from 11am to 5pm for our annual Winter So lstice Celebration—enjoy two incredible experiences for the price of one ! The solstice marks the official beginning of Winter. Traditionally\, thi s was a time of celebration and renewal – marking a gradual but steady r eturn of the light.  \n\nOne ticket\, two locations\, endless discovery. A short\, scenic walk links both institutions\, letting you experience sci ence\, art\, and nature in one magical winter day.\n\nTickets are $15 for Members (CAM or CIS) and $20 for non-members. Pre-registration is encourag ed and closes Friday\, December 19\, at 3pm.\n\n \;\n\nAt Cranbrook Ar t Museum: Our celebration will be a modern twist on traditional Scandinavi an practices\, featuring art projects that celebrate the longest and darke st night of the year by bringing light and joy.  \n\n Join us in deSalle Auditorium to make your own Winter (Monster) Wonderland puppet show! Crea te a puppet and take turns presenting your own show on the big screen of t he theater. Featuring artists Renee Willoughby and Monty Etzcorn\, co-foun ders of Monster Parade\, along with Steve Baka. Monster Parade is an inclu sive folk costume and puppetry spectacle celebrating all things silly and strange through the lens of community and artmaking! Puppetry materials pr esented in partnership with Arts and Scraps. Special performances at 11:30 am\, Noon\, and 3pm. Puppet making and visitor shows\, ongoing in deSalle Auditorium.\n In the galleries\, enjoy traditional and contemporary Swedi sh compositions by Swedish Folk (including Julia Kander\, CAA MFA Fiber ‘26) for periodic performances throughout the afternoon while you view H aas Brothers: Uncanny Valley. Performances at Noon\, 1pm\, and 2pm in Hart mann Gallery.\n Swedish Folk is a musical ensemble specializing in tradit ional dance tunes from Sweden and the other Scandinavian countries.  Base d in the Chicago area\, they regularly perform for various events hosted b y Scandinavian cultural organizations. Swedish Folk is also the musical ac companiment for the Swedish American Children's Choir and has joined them on multiple tours to the Twin Cities. Ongoing\n In the Art Lab\, send goo d tidings for the season by creating your own Scandinavian-inspired greeti ng card! Ongoing\n At FIKA Cafe\, you’ll find treats inspired by Scandi navian holiday specialties\, gummy candies from Sweden\, artisanal flavore d hot chocolate\, and coffee favorites. A cash bar will be on the lower le vel featuring beer\, wine\, and a fragrant spiced Glögg! Ongoing\n Need last-minute gifts? In Forum Gallery\, Cranbrook Academy of Art students wi ll host a special winter sale. At the Cranbrook Art Museum shop\, ArtMembe rs enjoy a double discount (30%!) on all purchases! Ongoing  \n\nAt Cranb rook Institute of Science: Enjoy multiple winter-themed making and explora tion stations!\n\n Lantern-Making Workshop: Create your own glowing lante rn for the evening’s parade. Ongoing\n Yule Log Display: Add to our Yul e Log display\, symbolizing our connection to nature and community during dark times. Ongoing\n Suncatcher Station: Design a suncatcher to capture the returning rays of the sun. Ongoing\n Seasonal Spice Blends: Gather ar omatic spices to bring warmth to your home. Ongoing\n Build a Winter Feed er: Help critters survive winter and prepare for spring. Ongoing\n Paper Wheel Ornaments: Craft ornaments representing the cycle of the seasons. On going\n Solstice Storytime: Settle in to hear Winter Solstice stories. On going\n Decorate a Solstice Keepsake Bag: Design a paper bag to hold all your Winter Solstice treasures. Ongoing\n Live Music by the Roaring Wastr els: Enjoy medieval carols and wassails performed by costumed musicians. O ngoing\n Family Photo Op: Strike a pose! Our professional photographer wi ll be on-site. Snap a fun family pic that’s totally grandma-approved. On going\n Seasonal snacks and treats will be available for purchase at the Reflections Café. Ongoing\n Sunset Lantern Parade: The sun sets at 4:45  pm\, grab your lantern and join our parade—let’s fill the night wit h light and joy to close out the celebration! Walk at 4:45pm - meet at the Institute of Science west entrance. \n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cranbrookartmuseum.org/wp-content/upload s/2025/10/IG-Square-Post-Size.png CATEGORIES:Family LOCATION:Cranbrook Art Museum\, 39221 Woodward Ave\, Box 801\, Bloomfield H ills\, MI\, 48303\, United States GEO:42.5727665;-83.25051710000002 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=39221 Woodward Ave\, Box 80 1\, Bloomfield Hills\, MI\, 48303\, United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TIT LE=Cranbrook Art Museum:geo:42.5727665,-83.25051710000002 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Detroit X-LIC-LOCATION:America/Detroit BEGIN:STANDARD DTSTART:20251102T010000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE END:VCALENDAR