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Saturday, February 27, 2010

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TBA

"The Last Station": Michigan Theater Foundation.

Feb. 26-Mar. 11 (Michael Hoffman, 2009). Biopic about Tolstoy�s final year and his troubled marriage. Christopher Plummer, Helen Mirren. Unless there is a live show in the main theater, 2 or 3 different films are shown, usually twice, almost every night. For complete, updated schedules, see michtheater.org or call 668-TIME.
Time TBA, Michigan Theater. $9 (children, students, seniors, & veterans, $7; MTF members, $6.50; Wed., $6). 668-TIME. [map]

appts available

Help us study influenza in households with children: HIVE study.

Today: Recruiting through month of February

The University of Michigan School of Public Health is enrolling households in a research study to determine how well the influenza vaccine works. Households will be asked to attend an enrollment visit, to report flu-like illnesses to the study staff, and to attend an illness visit if anyone has flu-like illness (Fall 2009 � Spring 2010)
Influenza vaccination is NOT required for participation
Your household may be eligible if:
�There are at least 4 people living in your
home that are willing to participate in a
research study expected to last until Spring2010
�At least 2 household members are children
younger than 18 years old
�Household members receive their regular
healthcare from the University of Michigan
Health System
Compensation: Households will receive $100 for enrolling in and completing the study plus an additional $20 for each illness visit.
IRBMED# HUM00034377
Principal Investigator: Arnold S. Monto, MD
Burlington Building I, 325 E. Eisenhower. (734) 972-8713. hivestudy@umich.edu www.hivestudy.org [map]

9 a.m.-Noon

Mom to Mom Sale: Ann Arbor Jaycees.

Join us for a Mom 2 Mom Sale brought to you by the Ann Arbor Jaycees!
Are you parent seeking deals? Save the date for a great shopping opportunity! Pre-registration required for Parents or Vendors to sell at a table for the sale.
HIGHLIGHTS:
More than 60 Tables!
Only $1 for Admission!
Strollers Welcome!
Weber's Inn, 3050 Jackson Road. $1 admission. (517) 605-6400. a2mom2mom@yahoo.com http://www.a2jaycees.org/Project_Signup_2010/Mom2Mom/Mom%202%20Mom%20Flyer%20and%20Registration.pdf [map]

9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Review Course for Standard First Aid with CPR/AED- Adult and Child plus Infant CPR: Red Cross - Washtenaw County.

This review course is designed for lay responders who are currently certified or whose ARC certification is no more than 12 months expired in any of the Lay Responder CPR/AED or First Aid components.
Red Cross Washtenaw County Chapter, 4624 Packard Rd. $45. 734-971-5300. http://wc-redcross.org [map]

9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

Standard First Aid with CPR/AED - Adult and Child plus Infant CPR: Red Cross - Washtenaw County.

This course includes Adult/Child/Infant CPR with Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and First Aid certification. CPR teaches participants what to do when an adult, child or an infant is experiencing a breathing or cardiac emergency. First Aid teaches participants how to respond to various other emergencies, including sudden illness, poisoning, bleeding and fractures.
Red Cross Washtenaw County Chapter, 4624 Packard Road. $60. 734-971-5300. http://wc-redcross.org [map]

9 a.m.-9 p.m.

Wolverine Classic: GymAmerica.

Feb. 26-28. Gymnasts from throughout the Midwest compete in this invitational for junior Olympic levels 4-10. Complete schedule available at gymamericagymnastics.com.
9 a.m.-9 p.m., Saline High School gymnasium, 7190 N. Maple, Saline. $10 (students & seniors, $6; kids age 5 & under, free) at the door only. 971-1667. [map]

10-11 a.m.

"Seizing Opportunities in Today�s Global Market�.

Merrill Lynch Financial Advisor, Amy Flanagan, will help you understand opportunities for growth at home and abroad, think strategically about your current asset allocation, consider a greater allocation of global investments, and take advantage of potential market opportunities. She will also show you how by investing globally, you could benefit from increased potential for return, reduced portfolio risk levels and broader diversification to assets that do not move in tandem with U.S. investments. Come join us for coffee as we discuss the global markets and investment strategies.
Merrill Lynch Ann Arbor Office, 777 E. Eisenhower Pkwy Suite 900. Free.. Free. 734-996-1138. amy_flanagan@ml.com [map]

10 a.m.-5 p.m.

�Fairy February: A Downtown Treasure Hunt�: Saline Downtown Merchants Association.

All invited to search for 12 fairy doors hidden in downtown Saline businesses. Those who find all 12 can enter to win a gift basket. Maps available at salinedma.org.
10 a.m.-5 p.m., Downtown Saline. Free. salinedma.org.

10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

�The Healing Garden: Experiencing the Restorative Powers of Nature�: U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens.

Every Tues.-Sun., Feb. 23-Apr. 6. An aromatherapy station, a color and mood interpretation display, and other activities in conjunction with the current exhibit.
10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (Tues. & Thurs.-Sun.) & 10 a.m.-8 p.m. (Wed.), Matthaei, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. $5 (kids ages 5-12, $2; kids age 4 & under, free; noon-8 p.m. on Wed., free). 647-7600. [map]

10:30-11 a.m.

Chime Concert: Kerrytown Shops.

Every Wed., Fri., & Sat. All invited to play one of 100 songs, with melodies transcribed in numbers, on the 17-bell chime�s numbered keys. Ambitious players can add chords. Local chimemaster Heather O�Neal demonstrates.
Noon-12:30 p.m. (Wed. & Fri.) & 10:30-11 a.m. (Sat.), Kerrytown. Free. 369-3107. [map]

10:30 a.m.

Remote-Controlled Car Racing: Washtenaw RC Raceway.

Feb. 13 & 27. One of the largest regular gatherings of RC racers in the country features off-road dirt-track racing for stock and modified model electric trucks and buggies. Spectators welcome. Concessions.
10:30 a.m. (doors open at 8 a.m.)�midnight, Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, 5055 Ann Arbor�Saline Rd. Free admission. $16 to race. (313) 565�2815. [map]

11 a.m.

Children�s Storytime: Barnes & Noble.

Every Sat. Storytelling programs and craft activities for kids.
11 a.m., Barnes & Noble, 3235 Washtenaw. Free. 973-1618. [map]

11 a.m.

Storytime: Nicola�s Books.

Every Sat. An experienced storyteller reads stories for kids age 7 & under. On Feb. 13, Clifford the Big Red Dog makes an appearance. On Feb. 20, U-M French instructor Jenni Gordon reads One Day, I Had Enough!, her bilingual story about a little girl who has mixed feelings about her new baby brother.
11 a.m., Nicola�s, Westgate shopping center. Free. 662-0600.

11 a.m.

�In Our Community�: Cranbrook Whole Foods Market.

Feb. 26 & 27. Talks by representatives of local nonprofit organizations. Feb. 26: �Zero Waste 101� with a Recyle Ann Arbor representative. Feb. 27: A Preserving Traditions representative demonstrates �How to Make Granola.�
6 p.m. (Feb. 26) & 11 a.m. (Feb. 27), Whole Foods, 990 W. Eisenhower Pkwy. Free (Feb. 26) & $5 (Feb. 27) includes a $5 Whole Foods gift card. Reservations required. 997-7500. [map]

11:30 a.m. and 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, & 3:30 p.m.

U-M Exhibit Museum Planetarium.

Every Sat. & Sun. Three different audiovisual planetarium shows. The Sky Tonight (11:30 a.m. Sat. only and 1:30 & 3:30 p.m. both days) explores the current night sky. Black Holes (12:30 p.m. Sat.) is an animated show that begins with the formation of the early Universe and the birth and death of stars and concludes with a simulated flight to a supermassive black hole lurking at the center of the Milky Way. IBEX: Search for the Edge of the Solar System (2:30 p.m. both days) is about the development and mission of NASA�s Interstellar Boundary Explorer.
11:30 a.m. and 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, & 3:30 p.m., U-M Exhibit Museum, 1109 Geddes at North University. $4.75. 764-0478. [map]

Noon

Draw Doubles: Local 101 Disc Golf Club.

Every Sat. All invited to play disc golf at one of Hudson Mills Metropark�s 24-hole courses. Beginners are paired with advanced players to create parity. Prizes. Golf discs available free.
Noon, Hudson Mills Metropark Activity Center, 8801 North Territorial Rd. (between Dexter-Pinckney Rd. & Huron River Dr.), Dexter. $5 per player; free for spectators. $4 vehicle entrance fee. 449-4300. [map]

Noon-4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.-midnight

�Dawn Dance Weekend�: Ann Arbor Community of Traditional Music and Dance.

Feb. 26-28. A weekend of folk dancing to live music, with around 400 people expected to dance or just listen to the many fine musicians. Adina Gordon calls contras and Helen Cornelius calls English dances to music by the Groovemongers and Bare Necessities. Also, additional daily events. Other callers and bands TBA. Wear clean, soft-soled shoes for dancing (no dancing in street shoes allowed).
Clague Middle School, 2616 Nixon Rd. just east of Bluett. $20 (Feb. 26), $18 (Feb. 27 afternoon), $20 (Feb. 27 evening), & $16 (Feb. 28) at the door. Weekend pass $60 (AACTMAD members, $55; $15 discount for those age 25 & under) in advance only by Feb. 12. 255-2713. [map]

1-4 p.m.

Gaming Tournaments: Ann Arbor District Library.

Feb. 24-27. Video game tournaments. Today: �Wii Sports Resort Team Tourney.� All ages invited to compete in a tournament featuring 12 Wii games.
1-4 p.m., AADL Traverwood Branch, 3334 Traver at Huron Pkwy. Free. 327-4200. [map]

1 p.m.

�Board Game Demos�: Get Your Game On.

Every Sat. All invited to try out up to 3 new board games. Participants earn store discounts for each game they play. Also today, �Warhammer/Warmachine Open Play� (2 p.m.), a chance to play this tactical miniatures board game.
1 p.m., Get Your Game On, 709 Packard. Free. 786-3746. [map]

1 & 3 p.m.

�Professor Ray�s Everyday Science�: Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum.

Feb. 6, 7, 27, & 28. Museum staff give family-friendly science demos on �Air Apparent� (Feb. 6 & 7) and �Mighty Motion� (Feb. 27 & 28). Also this month, a Sciencepalooza on �Crimes, Codes, and Culprits� (Feb. 13 at 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Feb. 14 at noon-4 p.m.).
1 & 3 p.m., Hands-On Museum, 220 E. Ann. $9 regular admission (members & infants, free). 995-5439. [map]

2-4 p.m.

Ann Arbor Juggling Arts Club.

Every Sat. All invited to practice their juggling skills. Beginners welcome. Indoor location TBA in case of inclement weather.
2-4 p.m., U-M Diag. Free. 761-1115.

2-3 p.m.

Winter Break Events: Ann Arbor District Library.

Feb. 24-27 (different branch locations). Today: �Soaring Stories� Veteran local storyteller Laura Pershin Raynor reads an enchanting story for preschoolers through 5th graders, and then the Ann Arbor Civic Theater brings it to life.
2-3 p.m., Pittsfield Branch, 2359 Oak Valley Dr. between Scio Church Rd. and Ann Arbor-Saline Rd Free. 327-4200. [map]

2 p.m.

�An Economy of Means�: UMMA.

Feb. 13, 27, & 28. Docent-led tours of the current contemporary art exhibit.
2 p.m., UMMA, 525 S. State. Free. 763-UMMA. [map]

2 p.m.

�Wildlife Safari�: Waterloo Natural History Association.

Nelson�s Wildlife Safari (Canton) owner Nelson Pearson presents a hands-on introduction to some unusual animals from around the world.
2 p.m. unless otherwise noted above, Eddy Discovery Center, Bush Rd. (west from Pierce Rd. off I-94 exit 157), Chelsea. $2 (family, $5). $6 vehicle entry fee. 475�3170.

3 & 8 p.m.

�Gravity�: Purple Rose Theatre Company.

Every Wed.-Sun., Feb. 11-Mar. 27. Guy Sanville directs local actors in the world premiere of David MacGregor�s drama about Isaac Newton. Surrounded by jealous rivals and a mysterious patroness, the 17th-century scientist negotiates the delicate line between divinity and madness. Cast: Stacie Hadgikosti, Alex Leydenfrost, Nathan Mitchell, Michelle Mountain, Jim Poterfield, Rhiannon Ragland, and Will David Young.
Purple Rose, 137 Park St., Chelsea. Feb. 11-18 previews: $20 (Wed. & Thurs.) & $25 (Fri-Sun.). After Feb. 18: $25 (Sun. eves., Wed. & Thurs.), $33 (Sat. & Sun. matinees), & $38 (Fri. & Sat. eves.) in advance and at the door. 433-7673. [map]

3 & 8 p.m.

�It Came from Mars�: Performance Network Professional Season.

Every Thurs.-Sun., Feb. 18-Mar. 21. Tony Caselli directs local playwright Joseph Zettelmaier�s off-the-wall about a group of radio actors--a washed-up director, his diva ex-wife, a wannabe war hero, and a German sound effects wiz--terrified by Orson Welles� War of the Worlds broadcast. Cast: Wayne David Parker, Joseph Albright, Sandra Birch, Jacob Hodgson, Alysia Kolascz, Morgan Chard.
8 p.m., Performance Network, 120 E. Huron. Preview tickets: whatever you can afford to pay (Feb. 18), $22 (Feb. 19, 21, & 25), and $30 (Feb. 10). Feb. 26 opening night tickets: $39 & $41 includes reception. After Feb. 26: $27 & $29 (Thurs.), $32 & $34 (Fri. & Sun.), $25 & $27 (Sat. matinee), $39 & $41 (Sat. eve.). $3 discount for seniors age 60 & over. Tickets available in advance at performancenetwork.org & by phone, and at the door. $10 student discount in advance, half-price student tickets at the door only. For reservations, call 663-0681; to charge by phone, call 663-0696. [map]

4:30-7 p.m.

Italian Dinner: Habitat for Humanity Fund-Raiser.

Buffet dinner with salad, chicken Cacciatore, lasagna, pastas and sauces, pizza, dessert, and beverages. Also, a silent auction.
4:30-7 p.m., Dexter United Methodist Church, 7643 W. Huron River Dr. $8 (seniors age 60 & over, $7; kids ages 5-12, $5; kids age 4 & under, free). 426-8480. [map]

5-7 p.m.

Annual Ham Dinner: Dixboro United Methodist Church Fundraiser.

Juicy slabs of ham, side dishes, and beverages served buffet style. Takeout available.
5-7 p.m., DUMC, 5221 Church Rd. (off N. Dixboro Rd. just north of Plymouth Rd.). $8 (kids ages 5-10, $5; kids age 4 & younger, $1). Reservations requested. 665-5632. [map]

5 p.m.

�Warhammer Painting Competition�: Get Your Game On.

All invited to show off their troops from this tactical miniatures board game. The winner receives a store discount.
5 p.m., Get Your Game On, 709 Packard. Free. 786-3746. [map]

5:30 p.m.

Annual Fund-Raising Banquet: Washtenaw County Pheasants Forever.

Buffet dinner, raffles, and an auction.
5:30 p.m., Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, 5055 Ann Arbor�Saline Rd. Tickets $60 (spouses, $30; kids, $25). Reservations required. 662-2522. [map]

6 p.m.

Board Game Night: Get Your Game On.

Every Thurs. & Sat. All invited to bring a favorite board game or play one of the store�s.
6 p.m., Get Your Game On, 709 Packard. Free. 786-3746. [map]

6 p.m.

Greater Milan Area Community Foundation Dinner Auction: Greater Milan Area Community Foundation.

Today: Dinner Auction Benefit!

Annual Greater Milan Area Community Foundation Dinner/Auction. The Annual Greater Milan Area Community Foundation will host another annual Dinner/Auction at the Four Points sheraton in Ann Arbor on Saturday, February 27 at 6:00 P.M. Tickets are 65.00 per person and 600.00 per corporate table. This fun event aids the GMACF so more granting monies are available. Tickets: call 734-439-2462, 734-434-1844, 734-439-6416, or 734-434-0486
Ann Arbor Four Points Sheraton, 3200 Boardwalk. $65.00 per person $600 per Corporate Table. 734-2462. tpreston@predev.com [map]

7 p.m.

Blake Nelson, Kevin Sampsell, and Chelsea Martin: Great Lakes, Great Times Reading Series.

Readings by these Portland (OR) writers. Nelson reads from Destroy All Cars, his new young adult novel about an anti-consumerist idealist who can�t avoid his ex-girlfriend or buying things. Sampsell reads from A Common Pornography, his memoir about growing up in the Pacific Northwest in the 70s and 80s. Martin reads from Everything Was Fine Until Whatever, her debut short story collection that includes handwritten notes, artwork, lists, and endearingly honest stories.
7 p.m., 826michigan (enter at Liberty Street Robot Supply & Repair), 115 E. Liberty. Free. (810) 210-0104. [map]

8 & 10:30 p.m.

Dennis Blair: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase.

Feb. 25-27. A long-tiume opening act with George Carlin, this veteran stand-up comic mixes topical observations with musical parodies. Preceded by 2 opening acts. Alcohol is served; all Fri. & Sat. early shows are nonsmoking.
8 p.m., 314 E. Liberty (below Seva restaurant). $7 (Thurs.) & $10 (Fri. & Sat.) reserved seating in advance, $9 (Thurs.) & $12 (Fri. & Sat.) general admission at the door. 996-9080. [map]

8 p.m.

Fugimundi: Kerrytown Concert House.

Acoustic jazz chamber music by this European trio led by Eric Vloeimans, an acclaimed Dutch trumpeter regarded as one of Europe�s most extraordinary musicians. �Coupled with his beautiful sonority and controlled musical dynamics, his open and crystal-clear phrasings are comparable to the likes of Wynton Marsalis,� says the Flemish critic Luc Baets.
8 p.m., KCH, 415 N. Fourth Ave. $10-$25 (students, $5). Reservations recommended. 769-2999. [map]

8 p.m.

Heather Schwartz.

This talented local singer presents an elegant evening of vintage music associated with the great female jazz and blues vocalists. She is accompanied by pianist Rick Roe, bassist Josef Deas, drummer Rob Avsharian, and other musicians TBA.
8 p.m., Vitosha Haus, 1917 Washtenaw. $12 in advance be email to aneveningwithheather@gmail.com and at the door. 741-4969. [map]

8 p.m.

Hop for Haiti Benefit Swing Dance: AACTMAD.

Today: Beginner Lesson 8p; Band Starts 9p; Followed by Blues late night

SWING DANCE Suggested Donation $10
Beginner Lesson with Marcus and Jaime from East Lansing 8p
Band starts at 9p, Band breaks DJed by Matt Oonk to be immediately
followed by 4th Saturday Blues
http://www.facebook.com/#!/event.php?eid=275997514018&ref=ts
Blues lesson 11p - 12a
Blues Dancing 12a - ??? :)
AACTMAD and Dave Bennett are both generously donating venue and talent
respectively to help make this event a huge success!
Please email aactmad.swing@gmail.com if you would like to help!
This will be the FIRST dance event on the new floor (*Please* bring
clean, dry, non-heeled dance shoes)
LIVE BAND: The Dave Bennett Quartet
http://www.davebennett.com
This fundraiser is part of a national 10-city relief effort by swing dancers.
http://rustyfrank.com/haiti/haiti.asp
Concourse Dance Hall - AACTMAD's Brand New Dance Facility!!, 4531 Concourse Drive. $10. Donation. 734-417-9857. aactmad.swing@gmail.com http://www.aactmad.org/swing [map]

8 p.m.

Mustard�s Retreat: The Ark.

Longtime local favorites Michael Hough and David Tamulevich perform a wide variety of original and traditional songs and ballads about everyday life. According to songwriter Garnet Rogers, Mustard�s Retreat �represents everything that is best about folk music. Their songs have entered the lexicon of anonymous folk songs.� Both Hough and Tamulevich are accomplished guitarists, and they also play banjo, mandolin, flute, autoharp, harmonica, and tin whistle.
8 p.m., The Ark, 316 S. Main. $15 in advance at Herb David Guitar Studio, the Michigan Union Ticket Office, & all other Ticketmaster outlets; and at the door. To charge by phone, call 763-TKTS. [map]

8-10 p.m.

Richard Hovey: Interfaith Center for Spiritual Growth Cafe 704 Coffeehouse.

Veteran Detroit folk-style singer-songwriter.
8-10 p.m., Interfaith Center for Spiritual Growth, 704 Airport Blvd. Donation. 327-0270. [map]

8 p.m.

�Black and White Masquerade Purim Party�: Temple Beth Emeth.

All age 21 & over invited for dancing to a DJ, Texas Hold 'Em, and a costume contest to celebrate Purim. Cash bar and desserts. Come in costume or in all black and white.
8 p.m., TBE, 2309 Packard. Tickets $20 in advance at templebethemeth.org, and at the door. 665-4744. [map]

8 p.m.

�Cheaper by the Dozen�: Dynamic Stage Productions.

Feb. 25-28. This area theater company presents Christopher Sergel�s endearing comedy based on the real-life exploits of the enormous family of crackpot-genius efficiency expert Frank Gilbreth.
Riverside Arts Center, 76 N. Huron, Ypsilanti. Tickets $12 in advance and at the door. dynamicstageproductions.com. [map]

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