
Mittenfest is an annual music festival in Washtenaw County that serves as a fundraiser for 826michigan as well as a good-time holiday get-together. It was founded in 2006 by Brandon Zwagerman, and is now in its 3rd year. Semi-formal attire encouraged!
• 40 bands are scheduled to play the festival, including a performance by Chris Bathgate at midnight on January 1, 2010.
• Red Wings staff will be at all four days of the festival with exclusive tickets to the Open Skate section at upcoming Wings games, and limited edition Red Wings merchandise designed by local artists. They'll also be raffling off autographed Red Wings gear, tickets, and other items. All proceeds will be donated to 826michigan.
• Quite Scientific Records will sponsor a champagne toast at midnight on New Year’s Eve. The Elbow Room, VG Kids, and Open Skate are also generous event sponsors.
• Beezy’s Café in Ypsilanti will serve a Sunday brunch on January 3, 2010, during Mittenfest. Beezy’s will donate 8.26% of each customer tab to 826michigan.