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Due to the overwhelming success of Ann Arbor Restaurant Week June 2009 the Main Street Area Association will be presenting two signature Restaurant Week events annually, January and June. The January event will run from January 17 – 22, 2010.www.annarborrestaurantweek.com. Restaurant Week is one week of one price dining. Twenty six participating restaurants will be offering diners the opportunity to try their best creations for a fixed price. Dinner is a three course meal for $25. Lunch is priced at $12 and is an open format; restaurants will be offering a menu of their choice. Some restaurants will be offering two for one pricing. Make reservations early at participating restaurants, tables fill quickly during this gastronomically great event. Ann Arbor, Down Town. 734.668.7112 x26. sandra@mainstreetannarbor.org www.annarborrestaurantweek.com
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Every Tues. & Wed. beginning Jan. 12. Stories and songs for kids age 2 & up (accompanied by an adult). Note: These storytimes are also offered (beginning the week of Jan. 11) at the Malletts Creek (Wed., 10-10:30 a.m.), Traverwood (Tues., 11-11:30 a.m., & Wed., 6-6:30 p.m.,), and Pittsfield (Thurs., 7-7:30 p.m., & Fri., 10-10:30 a.m.) branches. (Tues.) & 11-11:30 a.m. (Wed.), AADL youth department story room, 343 S. Fifth Ave. Free. 327-8301 (main library), 327-4200 (branches). [map]
Every Tues. & Wed. beginning Jan. 12. Stories and songs for kids age 2 & up (accompanied by an adult). Note: These storytimes are also offered (beginning the week of Jan. 11) at the Malletts Creek (Wed., 10-10:30 a.m.), Traverwood (Tues., 11-11:30 a.m., & Wed., 6-6:30 p.m.,), and Pittsfield (Thurs., 7-7:30 p.m., & Fri., 10-10:30 a.m.) branches. 10-10:30 a.m. (Tues.) & 11-11:30 a.m. (Wed.), AADL youth department story room, 343 S. Fifth Ave. Free. 327-8301 (main library), 327-4200 (branches). [map]
Talk by this WW II historian who conducted 100 interviews with POWs from Stalag Luft III, the prison camp made famous by the 1963 film The Great Escape. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Michigan League Ballroom. $40 (advance tickets sold out, limited number available at the door only). 971-6474. [map]
Every Tues. beginning Jan. 12. Today: U-M Center for Russian & East European Studies research associate Robert Goldstein on “Censorship of 19th-Century French Political Caricature in European Comparative Perspective.” 1:30 p.m., 202 S. Thayer, room 1022. Free. 936-3518. [map]
Every Tues. beginning January 19. Talks by U-M and visiting scholars. Free sandwiches, cookies, & coffee served. Today: University of Tulsa history professor Thomas Buoye discusses “Christian Chroniclers of Chinese Cruelty: Western Misperceptions of Chinese Criminal Justice.” Also this month: U-M Asian languages & cultures professor Miranda Brown on “Modeling Early Chinese Medicine: Reflections on the Relationship Between Law and Science” (Jan. 26). Noon-1 p.m., 1636 SSWB, 1080 South University. Free. 764-6308. [map]
Live video transmission of a lecture by Rwandan writer Immaculee Ilibagiza. 12:30-1:30 p.m., Campus Chapel, 1236 Washtenaw Ct. Free. 668-7421. [map]
Live video transmission of a lecture by the Amway cofounder on "Ten Phrases." 12:30-1:30 p.m., Campus Chapel, 1236 Washtenaw Ct. Free. 668-7421. [map]
Every Sun.-Fri., except Jan. 1. All invited to compete in tournaments of this popular collectible card game using standard constructed (Sun. & Thurs.), vintage (Mon.), Elder Dragon Highlander (Tues.), Legacy (Wed.), and booster draft (Fri.) decks. Prizes. Bring your own cards Sun.-Thurs. 1 p.m. (Sun.) & 6 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.), Get Your Game On, 709 Packard. $5 (Tues., free; Fri., $15 includes cards). 786-3746. [map]
The fourth annual Washtenaw Celebrates Mentoring honors volunteers who have made a difference in the lives of local children and youth. This event is open to the public.WYMC is a collaborative of 45 local organizations serving children and youth. Eastern Michigan University Halle Library's Carillon Room, Oakwood, Ypsilanti. Free. 734-971-0277 x23. jchapin@aacil.org www.washtenawmentoring.org
The Washtenaw Youth Mentoring Coalition honors volunteers who have made a difference in the lives of local children, teens and young adults.WYMC is a collaborative of 45 organizations serving children and youth locally. Eastern Michigan University Halle Library Carillon Room, Oakwood Drive, Ypsilanti. Free. 734-971-0277 x23. jchapin@aacil.org www.washtenawmentoring.org
Every Tues. All local writers invited to bring samples of their writing to read and discuss. Observers welcome. 7-9 p.m., Arborland Borders, 3527 Washtenaw. Free. 665-8194. [map]
Jan. 5 & 19. All knitters invited to meet members of this local knitting group and exchange tips. 7 p.m., Arborland Borders, 3527 Washtenaw. Free. 677-6948. [map]
Every Tues. Historical and traditional English dancing to live music. All dances taught. No partner or experience needed. Bring flat, nonslip shoes (running shoes OK). First-timers are asked to arrive at 7 p.m. 7-9:30 p.m., Chapel Hill Condominium clubhouse, 3350 Green Rd. (park on Burbank Dr.). $7 (students, $4; children age 13 & under with a parent, free). 665-7704. [map]
Jan. 6 & 19. Today: “Kick-Start Your Career!” Washtenaw County commissioner Kristen Judge discusses her return to work after 14 years of staying at home. 7-9 p.m., Carillon Chocolates (Jan. 6), 330 S. Main, and Panera Bread (Jan. 19), 903 W. Eisenhower Pkwy. Free admission. 527-6880. [map]
Poetry reading by Jennifer Metsker, a Hopwood-winning U-M English and creative writing lecturer whose work often frames dark themes in plain-spoken, imaginatively whimsical language. Followed by an open mike. 7-9 p.m., Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea, 123 W. Washington. Free. 369-2798. [map]
Talk by Genealogical Society of Washtenaw County president Marcia McCrary. 7 p.m., Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, 5055 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd. Free. 483-2799. [map]
Local writer Margaret Fuchs Singer discusses her memoir about what happened to her family when her father was called before the notorious House Un-American Activities Committee. Signing. 7 p.m., Nicola’s, Westgate shopping center. Free. 662-0600.
Jan. 5 & 19. Tonight: veteran local professional photographer Howard Bond presents a slide-illustrated “Tour of Four Greek Cyclades Islands: Santorini, Ios, Sifnos, and Paros.” Also, members show prints. 7:30 p.m., Wines Elementary School auditorium (Jan. 5), 1701 Newport, & Forsythe Middle School media center (Jan. 19), 1655 Newport. Free. 327-4781. [map]
"Chemical Dependency and the Family" will be presented by Nancy J. Quay, LMSW; psychotherapist. This program will describe the roles and behaviors that family members often acquire when living with addiction, ways in which each family member is affected by addiction in the family, and options for family members to obtain help to cope with addiction in the family. This program is part of the FREE, annual Dawn Farm Education Series. Our presentations offer helpful information that supports chemically dependent people in achieving, maintaining, and strengthening their recoveries. The series educates family members on issues relating to addiction and its effect on the family, and offers information that will be useful for friends and family members in relating to addicts whether they are actively using or in recovery. Professionals and students will also benefit from this pertinent information. All programs are free and open to anyone interested. Registration is not required. 1.5 hours of free C.E. approved by MCBAP (Michigan Certification Board for Addiction Professionals) is offered for each workshop. A certificate to document attendance is provided on request. The Education Series is organized by Dawn Farm, a non-profit community of programs providing a continuum of chemical dependency services. For information, please contact Matt Statman, BSW, CAC-R, Education Series Coordinator, at 734-485-8725 or info@dawnfarm.org, or see http://www.dawnfarm.org/edseries.html. St. Joseph Mercy Hospital Education Center Auditorium, 5305 Elliott Drive, Ypsilanti. FREE. Free. 734-485-8725. info@dawnfarm.org http://www.dawnfarm.org/edseries.html [map]
Talk by this Barcelona-born Ann Arbor-based ceramic artist, designer, and architect. 7:30 p.m., Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin. Free. 483-1897. [map]
Presentations by representatives from Court Appointed Special Advocates, the Center for Occupational and Personalized Education (COPE), and Ele’s Place. Followed by Q&A. 7:30 p.m., Ann Arbor City Club, 1830 Washtenaw. Free. 973-6287. [map]
Talk by Wolf and Moose Research Project volunteer Jeff Holden. Refreshments. 7:30 p.m., U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. Free. doug.cowherd@michigan.sierraclub.org. [map]
Every Wed.-Sun. (except Dec. 31 & Jan. 1 & 2) through Jan. 23, and Dec. 29 & Jan. 19. Guy Sanville directs the world premiere of Jeff Daniels’ comedy, the third in his deer-hunting Yooper trilogy that includes the hugely successful Escanaba in da Moonlight and Escanaba in Love. This installment reveals the origins of some of the Soady family’s time-honored deer camp traditions. Stars Julian Gant, Wayne David Parker, and Tom Whalen. Purple Rose, 137 Park St., Chelsea. $25 (Sun. eves., Wed. & Thurs.), $33 (Sat. & Sun. matinees), & $38 (Fri. & Sat. eves.) in advance and at the door. 433-7673. [map]
Today: Enter To Win Your Family 4 Pack of Tickets
Enter for a chance to win a family four pack of tickets January 12-24, 2010 to see Elmo's Green Thumb at the Fox Theatre. Enjoy a night out with the family at Elmo's Green Thumb on Friday, January 29. Winning guests will also be treated to a meet and greet session with the characters. Enter at all Metro Detroit Art Van Furniture stores, including Ann Arbor, Howell, and Port Huron. One family four pack will be awarded per store. Sponsored by Art Van Furniture and WJBK FOX2. In addition, Friday, January 29th is Art Van Family Night, all tickets, excluding premium seating, is $10, courtesy of Art Van and WJBK FOX2. Tickets can be purchased at the Fox Theatre or Joe Louis Box Office or at any Ticketmaster location.„X Ticket Entry- January 12-24, 2010„X Art Van Family Fun Night- January 29, 2010 Art Van Furniture, 425 E. Eisenhower Pky. FREE. Free. (734) 747-7170. www.artvan.com [map]
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