Good morning, Saginaw.

Local organizers will host the 5th annual Winter Party on McCarty at Fashion Square Mall on Friday Dec.5 and Saturday Dec.6 with live music from 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.—a Saturday afternoon fair and Sunday tree lighting at the Soccer Complex will also offer raffle prizes and support Covenant Kids through donations.

The Good Samaritan Rescue Mission said its new overnight drop-in center is not ready to open yet—officials will complete final preparations before setting a new launch date.

Birch Run will host the Christmas in the Village event on Dec.

5 (a community holiday celebration) to mark the season.

Nicole Shipley was named this week's Michigan Lottery Excellence in Education winner on December 2 — the award recognizes her contributions to local education.

Soo Greyhounds vs Saginaw Spirit

7:05-8:35 p.m. — Dow Event Center — Check the FloHockey broadcast for all the hockey action as the Soo Greyhounds face off against the Saginaw Spirit.

The Nutcracker

7:00 – 8:30 PM — Dow Event Center — Ticket prices start at $78 — Experience the magic of Tchaikovsky's classic ballet as it unfolds in Saginaw.

Oshawa Generals vs Saginaw Spirit

7:05-8:35 p.m. — Dow Event Center — Streaming available on FloHockey — Catch the action as the Oshawa Generals face off against the Saginaw Spirit in this exciting hockey match.

Saginaw Spirit vs. Sarnia Sting

7:05-8:35 p.m. — Dow Event Center — Cost info not provided — Catch the exciting OHL matchup as the Saginaw Spirit take on the Sarnia Sting.