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Find Family Friendly Fun for the New Year's Holiday near Dexter

Looking for something to do while saying good-bye to 2011 or hello to 2012? Read on for some ideas.

If a game night with the kids won't do and you're itching to get out somewhere for Dec. 31 or Jan. 1, read on for our family-friendly picks.

Informative and Fun

  • Where: Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, 220 E. Ann St., Ann Arbor
  • When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Dec. 31 and noon-5 p.m. Jan. 1
  • Pricing: $10 for ages 2 and up, free for children younger than 2 and for members.
  • Why go?: The Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum is open New Year's Eve and New Year's Day, so it's the perfect chance for some fun. Its "Hands-On Holidays" workshop let you meet mushers and sled dogs from the Mid-Union Sled Haulers, and you can view dog sledding presentations at 1 and 3 p.m. both days. Also check out its ongoing exhibits, including Geakiac, which stands for Gear Enabled Analog Keyboard Input And Computer, and its displays on space, solar energy and plenty more.

SRSLY Family Friendly New Year's Eve Bash

Where: Beach Middle School, 445 Mayer Dr., Chelsea
When: 4-8 p.m., Dec. 31
Pricing: Free
Why go?: Enjoy family-friendly fun with SRSLY's fourth annual New Year's party, which promises a wholesome afternoon full of food, fun, activities, crafts and more. The organization works to prevent destructive behaviors in youth, and the only thing planned this evening is good times for one and all.

Shoe Year's Day Hike

  • Where: Waterloo Recreation Area, 17030 Bush Road, Chelsea
  • When: 11 a.m., Jan. 1
  • Price: Free with a Recreation Passport, which costs $10 and gets you into all state parks and state boat launches all year long. Click here for details.
  • Why go?: Start 2012 out right with a bit of fresh air and activity at Waterloo Recreation Area. Meet at the Eddy Discovery Center, take a hike, get a chance at winning a gift card, and enjoy time around the bonfire and snacks afterwards. Be sure to dress for the weather and bring a can of tuna to benefit Gleaners food pantry.

Goodrich Quality Theaters

3686 Jackson Rd., Ann Arbor
734-623-7469
www.gqti.com
Whether you want to see New Year's Eve on New Year's Eve or chill out with The Adventures of Tintin on New Year's Day, your local multiplex is a great option. Tickets range from $6.25 to $9.50.

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