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(Leos Carax, 2012). Sci-fi about a shadowy character who journeys from one life to the next, becoming, by turns, a captain of industry, an assassin, a beggar, a family man, and more. French, subtitles. Michigan Theater. Tickets (unless otherwise noted): $10 (children under 12, students with ID, seniors age 55 & older, & U.S. veterans, $8; MTF members, $7.50; films before 6 p.m., $7). 668-TIME. [map]
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At Lazar Spinal Care, we believe in lifelong family wellness care. If you’re sick and tired of being sick and tired, if you’re ready to be more alive and live your fullest life, this workshop is for you. This 45 minute workshop discusses the difference between health and wellness, why our body is breaking down and ways to achieve optimal health. The workshop is followed by a Q&A session, so bring your questions with you. RSVP by email or phone to save your seats. Lazar Spinal Care, Scio Township Medical Suites, 203 S. Zeeb, Ste 106, Ann Arbor, MI 48103. Free. 734-274-5107. care@lazarspinalcare.com www.LazarSpinalCare.com [map]
Southeast Michigan Mindfulness Teachers & the Grand Rapids Center for Mindfulness present a one-day workshop with Paul R. Fulton, Ed.D.: "Mindfulness, Psychotherapy, and Overcoming Suffering"January 30, 2013, 9am – 4pmThis workshop is recommended for professionals familiar with mindfulness, and will address how the clinician's mindfulness practice informs our understanding of suffering and contributes to effective treatment from any theoretical perspective.Fee: $95 (includes lunch). CEUs pending. Registration required by January 20, 2013.Fulton is the co-founder of the Institute for Meditation and Psychotherapy, and co-editor of "Mindfulness and Psychotherapy."This event is co-sponsored by:* The Ann Arbor Center for Mindfulness* The Frankel Psychotherapy Training Program at the U-M Depression Center* U-M Integrative Medicine* U-M Department of Family Medicine, Integrative Medicine* U-M Social Work and Community Programs, The Geriatrics Center Hussey Room, Michigan League, 911 N University Ave. $95. mfoulk@umich.edu www.aacfm.com [map]
Race is arguably the most serious problem in American history and culture. Our history books have done a poor job of relating this problem. This course examines black and white relations from early slavery, which led to the Civil War, the Jim Crow era and the Civil Rights struggle of the mid-20th century. Lerone Bennett’s “Before The Mayflower” is a highly recommended reading. Kenneth W. Phifer is a retired Unitarian Universalist Minister.Class meets Wednesdays, January 30 - March 20. University Commons, 817 Asa Gray, Ann Arbor, 48105. $40. 734-998-9351. germedoll@med.umich.edu www.olli-umich.org [map]
Every Tues. & Wed. Stories and songs for kids age 2 & up (accompanied by an adult). Note: These storytimes are also offered at 3 AADL branches: Malletts Creek (Wed. except July 4, 10-10:30 a.m.), 3090 E. Eisenhower between Stone School & Packard; Traverwood (Tues. 11-11:30 a.m.; Wed., 6-6:30 p.m.; & Thurs. except July 4, 10-10:30 a.m.), 3333 Traverwood at Huron Pkwy.; and Pittsfield (Thurs. except July 4, 7-7:30 p.m. & Fri. 10-10:30 a.m.), 2359 Oak Valley Dr. between Scio Church Rd. and Ann Arbor-Saline Rd. 10-10:30 a.m. (Tues.) & 11-11:30 a.m. (Wed.), AADL youth department story room, 343 S. Fifth Ave. Free. 327-8301. [map]
Every Wed., Sept. 5-Dec. 12. and Jan. 2-Feb. 6. CDL youth librarians present a program of stories, songs, fingerplays, and craft activities for kids ages 2-6 accompanied by a caregiver. 10:30 & 11:30 a.m., CDL McKune Room, 221 S. Main, Chelsea. Free. Preregistration required. 475–8732. [map]
Just like how good news stories feature a compelling narrative and hook to get reader's attention, good content marketing must also identify narratives in brands and oblige the audience to pay attention. Learn what parts of journalism can be assimilated by marketing and used to create a delightful interactive experience for audiences. Erin O'Neill is a content producer at Ingenex Digital Marketing in Ann Arbor, where she applies her education in journalism to creating and curating compelling narratives for clients. Conor O'Neills, 318 South Main. Free. 734-272-4698. info@LA2M.org la2m.org [map]
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]
Journalist Ingrid Carlberg discusses Swedish diplomat Raoul Wallenberg, a U-M alum who saved thousands of Hungarian Jews from the Nazis, only to be arrested by the Soviets and vanish into the Gulag. Carlberg is Wallenberg’s biographer. Followed by the opening of To Me There’s No Other Choice: Raoul Wallenberg, 1912-2012, an exhibit in the Michigan Union in honor of Wallenberg. 2:30-4 p.m., 100 Hatcher Library Gallery, enter from the Diag. Free. 764-3166. [map]
Every Wed.-Sun., Jan 10-Mar. 9. See review. Guy Sanville directs the world premiere of Purple Rose founder Jeff Daniels’ comedy that combines slapstick, vaudeville, tragedy, and farce in an exuberant romp of a play that explores the pain and joy of human existence. The story concerns 2 men who live in an undefined place and time where nothing happens. One wants to remain in the safety and comfort of this environment, while the other wants to leave. 8 p.m. (Wed.-Sat.), 3 p.m. (Wed. & Sat.), & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Purple Rose Theatre, 137 Park St., Chelsea. Jan. 10-17 previews: Tickets $22 (Wed. & Thurs.), $27 (Fri. eve. & weekend matinees), $32 (Sat. eve.). After Jan. 17: Tickets $27 (Wed. & Thurs.), $37 (Fri. eves. & weekend matinees), & $42 (Sat. eves.) in advance at purplerosetheatre.org, and by phone. 433-7673. [map]
(Dustin Hoffman, 2012). Comedic drama about a home for retired opera singers where the arrival of one of the residents’ former wife disrupts their annual concert celebrating Verdi’s birthday. Maggie Smith, Michael Gambon, Bill Connolly. Michigan Theater. Tickets: $10 (children under 12, students with ID, seniors age 55 & older, & U.S. veterans, $8; MTF members, $7.50; films before 6 p.m., $7). 668-TIME. [map]
Join Miyoko Honma, owner of Cafe Japon, as she teaches you in a hands-on format, her most amazing flaky, buttery pastries! She will show you the croissant-making process developed at Cafe Japon. You will leave knowing her methods for making the butter-layered dough to produce flaky and buttery croissants! YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS THIS ONE!! Menu: Plain Croissant; Ham & Brie Croissant; Pain au Chocolat; Apricot Croissant; Fruit Croissant; Almond Croissant. Full participation. Register online 48 hours in advance at www.annarborcooks.com Ann Arbor Cooks!, 5060 Jackson Road. $85. 734-645-1030. www.annarborcooks.com [map]
Our premier, comprehensive childbirth class is designed for pregnant women and their partners. This in-depth, interactive 12-hour series meets on weekday nights at three different locations throughout Ann Arbor. The series covers a wide range of topics in-depth based on Lamaze International's Six Healthy Birth Practices, including: •the various stages of labor, birth, and early postpartum including early breastfeeding overview; •relaxation and breathing techniques, comfort measures and positions for labor and delivery; •partner's role with laboring mom; •pain management options and birth interventions; hospital procedures, and Cesarean birth. •Class fee includes a free breastfeeding class. All of our childbirth educators are highly trained, active in the birth community and are Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educators (LCCE). This call includes a free breastfeeding class on another day(to be taken before the baby is born). Lamaze Family Center, 2855 Boardwalk. 185.00. 734.973.1014. info@lamazefamilycenter.org www.lamazefamilycenter.org [map]
Every Sun. & Tues.-Fri., except Jan. 1 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]
Carvers of all abilities invited to work on projects, with help available from club members. Knives and block-out and rough-cut patterns available for sale. 6–8 p.m., Saline Area Senior Center, 7190 N. Maple, Saline. Free. 944–1918. [map]
6:30 p.m., Crisler Center. $5-$22. 764-0247.
This U-M English lecturer reads from Special Powers and Abilities, his poetry collection that takes a futuristic, stunningly imaginative look at superheroes, religion, and myth. Signing. 7 p.m., Nicola’s, 2513 Jackson, Westgate shopping center. Free. 662-0600. [map]
Speaking Peace, or non-violent communication, is a set of tools designed to bring your needs to the table, deepen your relationships, and promote peace. Join us as we learn how to apply these skills through this interactive workshop. This class is free, bring a friend! Crazy Wisdom Bookstore, 114 South Main Street. Free. 734-330-5048. revselena@centersoflight.org [map]
Negus, Chale, Sapo and Chata are teenagers who grew up in the same rundown district of Mexico City. They spend their days listening to hip-hop, smoking marihuana and fantasizing about the opposite sex. One day they have the bright idea of robbing a movie theater, jeopardizing the one sure thing they have in life—their friendship. North Quad Space 2435, 105 South State Street. Free. filmclub@pragda.com [map]
Talk by chiropractor Shannon Roznay. 7 p.m., NHC, 3610 W. Liberty. Free. 302-7575. [map]
A program of songs, stories, and reflections on the aging process by Jeanne Mackey, a local musician and workshop leader who on turning 60 in 2010 created Drop the Knife: A Memoir-in-Song. 7-8:30 p.m., AADL multipurpose room (lower level), 343 S. Fifth Ave. Free. 327–4555. [map]
Center of Light minister Selena Lucas discusses nonviolent communication strategies. 7-8:30 p.m., Crazy Wisdom Bookstore & Tea Room, 114 S. Main. Free. Preregistration required at the co-op or at peoplesfood.coop/news_and_events/. 994-4589. [map]
Oriol Sans conducts this ensemble of musicians from the U-M medical and life sciences staff in Shostakovich’s Festive Overture, Mahler’s Symphony no. 1 in D major, and Mozart’s Flute Concerto no. 1 with U-M flute professor Amy Porter. 7:30 p.m., Hill Auditorium. Free, but donations accepted. 936-ARTS. [map]
Every Wed., except Jan. 2. Swing dancing to recorded music. No partner needed. Bring casual or nicer shoes that stay on your feet when you’re active. Preceded by beginning Lindy hop (7 p.m.) and beginning swing (8 p.m.) lessons. 9-11 p.m., Michigan Union Pendleton Room (Jan. 9 & 16), Michigan League Vandenberg Room (Jan. 23), & Michigan League Ballroom (Jan. 30). $5 (students, $4), includes lessons. 945-8428. [map]
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