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Friday, November 23, 2012

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�Forever Plaid: Plaid Tidings�: Encore Musical Theatre Company.

Every Thurs.-Sat., Nov. 23-Dec. 23. Barbara Cullen directs this local professional company in Stuart Ross�s sequel to Forever Plaid, his deliciously goofy 1990 off-Broadway musical revue about a 1950s high school close-harmony vocal quartet, killed in a car crash on the way to their 1st big show, that�s given a chance to perform the show that never was. In the sequel, the group is summoned back to Earth�with the assistance of a heavenly Rosemary Clooney�to bring a little harmony to a discordant world with a Christmas special. Sprinkled among the Christmas offerings are audience favorites like their riotous 3'11" version of �The Ed Sullivan Show�--this time featuring the Rockettes, the Chipmunks and The Vienna Boys Choir--and a �Plaid Caribbean Christmas� which puts the �Day-O� in In Excelsis. Cast: Sebastian Gerstner, Rusty Mewha, Kevin Rose, and Brian Thibault.
7 p.m. (Thurs.), 8 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.), & 3 p.m. (Sat., Sun., & Dec. 20), Encore, 3126 Broad St., Dexter. Tickets $28 (members & seniors, $25; groups of 10 or more, $22) in advance at theencoretheatre.org and at the door. 268-6200. [map]

9-11 a.m.

�Family Fun Time�: Westminster Presbyterian Church.

Every Fri. beginning Nov. 9. Parents, grandparents, and caregivers invited to spend time with their infants through preschoolers making seasonal crafts, playing games, and sharing snacks.
9-11 a.m., Westminster Presbyterian, 1500 Scio Church Rd. Free. tlshaw@westpresa2.org. 668-0549. [map]

10 a.m.

"Turkey Burnoff Ride": Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society.

The assembled riders determine their own pace, distance, and destination.
10 a.m., meet at Wheeler Park, N. Fourth Ave. at Depot St. Free. 904-6431. [map]

10 a.m.

�Joe�s Whitmore Lake Breakfast Club�: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society.

Every Fri. Slow-paced rides, 19, 24, or 40+ miles, to the Coney Island in Whitmore Lake for a late breakfast or early lunch.
10 a.m., Olson Park, Dhu Varren at Pontiac Trail. Free. 996-9461, 476-4944.

10 a.m.

�Whitmore Lake Coffee Break�: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society.

Every Fri. Slow-paced rides, 19, 24, or 40+ miles, with a stop at the Coney Island in Whitmore Lake for a 10:30 a.m. breakfast or early lunch.
9 a.m. (May-Sept.) & 10 a.m. (Apr., Oct. & Nov.), Olson Park, Dhu Varren at Pontiac Trail. Free. 476-4944, 996-9461.

11:30 a.m. and 12:30 & 1:30 p.m.

U-M Natural History Museum Planetarium Shows.

Every Sat. & Sun., Nov. 23, Dec. 27 & 28, and Jan. 2-4 Three different audiovisual planetarium shows. The Sky Tonight (11:30 a.m. Sat. and Dec. 27 & 28 and Jan. 2-4, 1:30 Thurs.-Sun.., & 3:30 p.m. Sat. & Sun.) is an exploration of the current night sky. Hubble Vision (12:30 p.m. Sat.) is an audiovisual show about the discoveries made by the Hubble Space Telescope. Season of Light (2:30 p.m. Sat. & Sun. & Dec. 27 & 28 and Jan. 2-4, 12:30 p.m. Nov. 23). is an audiovisual show about various ancient and modern solstice celebrations, including Christmas and Hanukkah.
11:30 a.m. and 1:30, 2:30, & 3:30 p.m., Natural History Museum, 1109 Geddes at North University. $5. 764�0478. [map]

Noon-12:30 p.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.
Noon-12:30 p.m. (Wed. & Fri.) & 10:30-11 a.m. (Sat.), Kerrytown Market & Shops. Free. 369- 3107. [map]

1 p.m.

Tour of Motawi Tileworks 1:00pm: Motawi Tileworks.

Nawal Motawi, owner and artistic director of this 20 year old iconic Ann Arbor business, will personally lead a tour of the studio. See how their amazingly beautiful tiles are made.
Motawi Tileworks, 170 Enterprise Drive. Free. (734) 213-0017. nmotawi@motawi.com www.motawi.com [map]

1-5 p.m.

�LEGO Weekend�: Ann Arbor District Library.

Nov, 23: �Open Build and Movie-Making.� All adults and youth in grade 3 & up invited to build LEGO characters, sets, and props, and then help make a stop-action movie using them.

Nov. 24: �Robot Wrestling.� All teens in grades 6-12 invited to design and build a robot to enter in a LEGO wrestling competition to see who can build the most devastating robot.

Nov. 25: �Game + Watch.� All ages invited to play Batman (Dark Knight) and other LEGO-made video games. Also, screening of Batman: The Movie, a 1966 spinoff from the campy TV show.

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1-5 p.m. (Nov, 23) & 1-4 p.m. (Nov. 24 & 25), AADL multipurpose room (lower level), 343 S. Fifth Ave. Free. 327-8301. [map]

2 p.m.

U-M Women�s Basketball vs. Harvard.

2 p.m., Cliff Keen Varsity Arena, S. State at Hoover. $$7 & $8 (age 55 & older, $5), $1; U-M students, faculty, & staff with ID, free). 763-2159.

3 & 8 p.m.

�Superior Donuts�: Purple Rose Theatre Company.

Every Wed.-Sun., Sept. 20-Dec. 15, except Nov. 22. See review. Guy Sanville directs Tracy Letts� 2008 comedic drama, set in a diverse Chicago neighborhood, about the unlikely friendship between a burned-out doughnut shop owner and his young, idealistic new employee. New York Times critic Charles Isherwood calls it �a gentle comedy that unfolds like an extended episode of a 1970s sitcom�a warm bath of a play that will leave�audiences with satisfied smiles rather than rattled nerves.� Cast: California longtime TV and film actor Randolph Mantooth, as well as area actors Ryan Carlson, David Daoust, Alex Leydenfrost, Brian Marable, Michelle Mountain, Michael Brian Ogden, Sandy Ryder, and Lynch Travis.
8 p.m. (Wed.-Sat., except Oct. 31), 3 p.m. (Wed. & Sat., and Nov. 23), & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Purple Rose Theatre, 137 Park St., Chelsea. Sept. 20-27 previews: $22 (Wed. & Thurs.), $27 (Fri. eves. & weekend matinees), & $32 (Sat. eve.). After Sept. 27: Tickets $27 (Wed. & Thurs.), $37 (Fri. eves. & weekend matinees), & $42 (Sat. eves.) in advance at purplerosetheatre.org, and by phone. 433-7673. [map]

4:30-6 p.m.

�Bad Fats vs. Good Fats: A Flavorful Meal Makeover�: U-M Turner Senior Resource Center.

Chef John Merucci and U-M Hospital System catering manager Laura Kokkales demonstrate tasty ways to make healthier choices in the kitchen.
4:30-6 p.m., Turner, 2401 Plymouth Rd. $10. Preregistration required. 998-9353. [map]

5-8 p.m.

Artistica 4th Friday Art Shows.

Nov. 22, Dec. 14, Jan. 25, & Feb. 22. Exhibits by various local and regional artists. Refreshments. Nov. 22: Woodworking by David Slagenwhite. Dec. 14: Mindo Chocolates (Dexter) owner Barbara Wilson gives a chocolate making demonstration. Samples. Jan. 25: TBA. Feb. 22: �Artistica�s 5th Anniversary Celebration.� With a drawing.
5-8 p.m., Artistica, 3203 Broad, Dexter. Free. 426-1500. [map]

5-9 p.m.

Michigan Marching Band Practice.

Every Mon.-Fri. (except Nov. 21 & 22) through Nov. 23. The U-M�s highly disciplined 200-plus-member marching band or sections thereof can be seen and heard practicing on Elbel Field. All are welcome to find a spot in the bleachers and get a sneak preview of upcoming halftime shows.
4:45-6:15 p.m. (Mon.-Fri. except Nov. 23, 5-9 p.m.), 8 a.m.-noon (Nov. 10 game day), & 7:30-9 a.m. (Nov. 17 game day), Elbel Field, Hill at Division. Free. 764-0582. [map]

6 p.m.

Magic: The Gathering Tournament: Get Your Game On.

Every Sun. & Tues.-Fri. All invited to compete in tournaments of this popular collectible card game using standard constructed (Sun. & Thurs.), Elder Dragon Highlander (Tues.), Legacy (Wed.), and booster draft (Fri.) decks. Prizes. Bring your own cards (except Fri.).
6 p.m. (Tues.-Fri.) & 1 p.m. (Sun.), Get Your Game On, 310 S. State. $5 (Tues., free; Fri., $15 includes cards). 786-3746. [map]

7 & 9:30 p.m.

Heywood Banks: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase.

Nov. 23-25. Heywood Banks is the stage name of Howell native Stuart Mitchell, a very animated comedian known for his silly musical spoofs, goofy prop humor, and sight gags. Since adopting the nerdy, quietly psychotic Banks persona in the mid-80s, he has risen from a regional favorite to a national star. A longtime local favorite--he even played a few shows at Rick's American Cafe in the pre-Comedy Showcase days--he is making his 12th annual Thanksgiving weekend appearance. Preceded by 2 opening acts. Alcohol is served. Note: The 7 p.m. shows on Nov. 23 & 25 are all-ages shows (youths 10 & under must be accompanied by a parent). Alcohol is served.
7 p.m. (Nov. 23-25) & 9:30 p.m. (Nov. 23 & 24), old VFW Hall (below Seva restaurant), 314 E. Liberty. $20 reserved seating in advance and general admission at the door. 996-9080. [map]

7 p.m.-midnight

�Foli DMT�: Tree of Life Cultural Arts Studio.

All drummers invited to join an open drum jam (7-9 p.m. & 11 p.m.-midnight); bring hand drums or borrow one from the studio. The evening also includes a dance meditation practice (9-10:30 p.m.) using dance meditation technique (DMT), with accompaniment by the Tree of Life Drummers, and guided meditation (10:30-11 p.m.) led by Michael Peters and/or others. Dress comfortably and bring a blanket or yoga mat.
7 p.m.-midnight, Tree of Life, 6065 Sibley (east off N. Main), Chelsea. $20 suggested donation. 433�0697. [map]

8 p.m.

Matt Watroba: The Ark.

NPR/XM Sing Out! Radio Magazine host Watroba presents his annual post-Thanksgiving concert, a program of lyrical songs and poignant ballads, including several originals. Watroba sings in a sweet tenor voice, accompanying himself on guitar and punctuating his performance with sharply humorous observations. This show usually features several guest musicians.
8 p.m., The Ark, 316 S. Main. Tickets $15 in advance at Herb David Guitar Studio and the Michigan Union Ticket Office (mutotix.com), and at the door. To charge by phone, call 763-TKTS. [map]

8 p.m.

Whit & Al Hill: METAL Design & Fabrication Studio.

Nashville-based former Ann Arborite duo of multitalented performance artist Whit Hill (aka Whitley Setrakian), the winner of the 2012 Kerrville Folk Festival new folk competition who writes richly imaginative country-folk originals that are often spiked with her offbeat sense of humor, and her husband, Al Hill, a veteran R&B and blues keyboardist and guitarist known for his soulful vocal style who�s currently the music director for soul diva Bettye LaVette. Tonight�s show features songs from Whit�s forthcoming CD The Southerner, some of which draw their inspiration from finds she�s made since becoming an avid metal detectorist. Some 2 years worth of these finds from the land around her Nashville home are on display tonight, everything from Colonial-area button and Civil War bullets to 1930s toy cars.
8 p.m. Metal, 220 Felch. $10 suggested donation. (800) 613-6385. [map]

8 p.m.

�A Little Night Music�: Performance Network Professional Season.

Every Thurs.-Sun., Nov. 15-Dec. 30. Phil Simmons directs this sophisticated Tony Award-winning 1973 musical comedy, adapted from Ingmar Bergman�s romantic Smiles of a Summer Night. The story concerns 3 mismatched couples, each of whom finally ends up with the right partner as they discover their true desires during a weekend together in the country. Stephen Sondheim�s memorable and enchanting waltz-filled score includes �Send In the Clowns,� �A Weekend in the Country,� �Later,� and other favorites. Stars Naz Edwards, John Seibert, and Scott Crownover. The Dec. 9 performance is preceded at 6:30 p.m. by a �Cultural Conversation� ($10; reservations suggested) hosted by Performance Network artistic director Carla Milarch with the director, designers, and cast.
7:30 p.m. (Thurs.), 8 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.), 2 p.m. (Sun.), & 3 p.m. (Dec. 1, 15, & 29), Performance Network, 120 E. Huron. Preview tickets: whatever you can afford to pay (Nov.15), $22 & $24 (Nov. 16, 18, & 22), and $30 & $32 (Nov. 17). Nov. 23 opening night tickets: $39 & $41 includes reception. After Nov. 23: $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]

9 p.m.-midnight

Swing Dance Party: Ann Arbor Swing Dance Association/Ann Arbor Community of Traditional Music and Dance.

Every Fri. Lindy hop, East Coast swing, Charleston, blues, and Balboa dancing to music spun by DJs. No partner needed. Preceded at 8 p.m. by beginning lessons.
9 p.m.-midnight, Phoenix Center, 220 S. Main. $5 (students with ID, $3; $1 discount for AACTMAD members) includes lessons. 417-9857. [map]

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