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Thursday, December 20, 2012

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12:10 p.m.

Gifts of Art: U-M Hospitals.

Dec. 6, 13, & 20. Performances by area musicians. Dec. 6: The Dodworth Holiday Brass Ensemble presents �Sounds of the Season,� a program of carols and other holiday music. Dec. 13: Traditional klezmer music by the Ann Arbor Klezmer Trio. Dec. 20: Holiday harmonies by the local band Counterpoint.
12:10 p.m., U-M Hospital Main Lobby, 1500 E. Medical Center Dr. (off Fuller). Free. 936�ARTS. [map]

1-2:30 p.m.

International Neighbors.

Tree of Life Cultural Arts Studio (Chelsea) dance teacher Jane Helzer introduces the fine points of zumba, a popular Latin-dance-inspired fitness craze. Wear comfortable clothes. All area women invited. Nursery care provided for preschoolers. Refreshments.
1-2:30 p.m., Westminster Presbyterian Church social hall, 1500 Scio Church Rd. Free. international-neighbors.org. 995-1645. [map]

1 p.m.

�La Clemenza di Tito�: Quality 16.

Live broadcast of the Metropolitan Opera production of this Mozart opera, a drama of jealousy and intrigue set in imperial Rome. Stars Elina Garanca, Giuseppe Filianoti, and Barbara Frittoli. The broadcast is reprised on tape Dec. 19 & 20 (see listings).
12:55 p.m.-4:30 p.m., Quality 16, 3686 Jackson. Tickets $23 (seniors, $20; kids age 12 & under & students, $13.50) in advance at gqti.com/met.aspx and at the door. 623-7469. [map]

2 p.m.

�Better Off Read Book Discussion Group�: Dexter District Library.

Nov. 15: Amy Bloom�s epic novel Away, set in the 1920s about a Russian woman who immigrates to America after her family�s murder, and her return-journey home upon learning her daughter may be alive. Dec. 20, Jan. 17, & Feb. 21: books TBA.
2 p.m., DDL, 3255 Alpine, Dexter. Free. Preregistration required. 426-4477. [map]

2:50 p.m.

�Pizza and Pages�: Saline District Library.

All kids age 12 & up invited to eat pizza and discuss books. Nov. 15: You Are My Only, Beth Kephart�s novel about the parallel yet separated lives of a young mother and her daughter who was kidnapped as a baby. Dec. 20: Half Brother, Kenneth Oppel�s novel about a teenage boy whose scientist parents bring home an experimental chimpanzee.
2:50-3:30 p.m., SDL Brecon room, 555 N. Maple, Saline. Free. Preregistration required. 429-5450. [map]

3 & 7 p.m.

�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]

3:30, 6:45, & 9:45 p.m.

�A Royal Affair�: Michigan Theater.

(Nikolaj Arcel, 2012). Historical drama, set in the 18th century, about the romance between the Queen of Denmark and the royal physician.
Michigan Theater. Tickets $10 (children under 12, students with ID, seniors age 55 & older, & U.S. veterans, $8; MTF members, $7.50; Wed., $7). 668-TIME. [map]

4:15 p.m.

Chapter Champs: Saline District Library.

All kids grades K-4 invited to discuss a book TBA.
4:15-5 p.m., SDL, 555 N. Maple, Saline. Free. Preregistration required. 429-5450. [map]

4:30, 7, & 9:30 p.m.

�Hitchcock�: Michigan Theater.

(Sacha Gervasi, 2012). Biopic that stars Anthony Hopkins as Alfred Hitchcock. Helen Mirren, Scarlett Johansson.
Michigan Theater. Tickets $10 (children under 12, students with ID, seniors age 55 & older, & U.S. veterans, $8; MTF members, $7.50; Wed., $7). 668-TIME. [map]

5-8:30 p.m.

�Rush Hour Relief�: Cranbrook Whole Foods Market.

Dec. 13, 20, & 27. Whole Foods staffers discuss wine. Tastings with cheese and appetizers. Topics include �Robust Winter Reds with Caviar� (Dec. 13), �Christmas Wines� (Dec. 20), and �Sparkling Wines, Champagnes, Oysters, and Cheese to Ring in 2013� (Dec. 27). Also, a Michigan Beer Tasting (Dec. 14, 5-7 p.m., various prices) with a representative from Bells Brewing Company on hand to answer questions.
5-8:30 p.m., Whole Foods wine bar, 990 W. Eisenhower, Cranbrook Village shopping center. $25 (Dec. 13), $17 (Dec. 20), & $19 (Dec. 27). 997-7500. [map]

5:30-6:30 p.m.

Fellowship Dinner: Dexter United Methodist Church.

Occasionally canceled during the holidays; see dexterumc.org for schedule updates.
5:30-6:30 p.m., Dexter United Methodist Church, 7643 Huron River Dr., Dexter. $6 (families, $24; kids age 5 & under, free). 426-8480. [map]

6 p.m.

Magic: The Gathering Tournament: Get Your Game On.

Every Sun. & Tues.-Fri. except Dec. 25 & 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.).
1 p.m. (Sun.) & 6 p.m. (Tues.-Fri.), Get Your Game On, 310 S. State. $5 (Tues., free; Fri., $15 includes cards). 786-3746. [map]

6 p.m.

U-M Women�s Basketball vs. Valparaiso.

6 p.m., Crisler Center. $7 & $8 (age 55 & older, $5; U-M students, faculty, & staff with ID, free). 764-0247.

6-7 p.m.

��Twas the Week Before Christmas Storytime�: Chelsea District Library.

CDL storytellers Miss Jackie and Rosie present a program of holiday stories, songs, fingerplays, and crafts for kids ages 3-5 accompanied by a parent.
6�7 p.m., CDL McKune Room, 221 S. Main, Chelsea. Free. Preregistraation required. 475�8732. [map]

6:30-7:30 p.m.

Special Holiday Story Time: The Northfield Township Area Library.

Join us for a special holiday story time read by our library elf. This event is geared towards preschool aged children and their parents.
The Northfield Township Area Library, 125 Barker Road, Whitmore Lake. Free. (734) 449-0066. http://northfieldtownshiplibrary.com [map]

7 p.m.

ACBL Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club.

Every Thurs. All invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge. No partner required.
7 p.m., Ann Arbor City Club, 1830 Washtenaw. $5. 761-6691. [map]

7 p.m.-midnight

Ann Arbor Go Club.

Every Sun. & Thurs. except Nov. 22 Players of all skill levels invited to play what�s regarded as the world�s most difficult board game. No partner necessary. Boards and stones provided.
1-6 p.m. (Sun.) & 7 p.m.-midnight (Thurs.), Espresso Royale, 322 S. State. Free. 417-5547. [map]

7 p.m.

Hips, Knees and Ankles: Michigan Feldenkrais.

Achy painful knees? Stiff hips or ankles? Many, many people struggle with tight or sore hips, achy or painful knees, and stiff ankles as well as other challenges with the leg joints. This leads to difficulty with walking, fitness and sports, and more.
This 4-week class series will help improve the function of the leg joints.
In this class you will:
� Learn fun, gentle, effective movement sequences to restore the flexibility and coordination in your hips, knees and ankles.
� Re-discover the comfort and ease possible in walking.
� Find new efficiency and power for fitness activities and sports.
Each session will consist of movement exploration and practical application. Audio recordings provided for home practice.
Ann Arbor Rec & Ed - Preschool and Family Center, 2775 Boardwalk Street. $49. 734.646.9368. dale@michiganfeldenkrais.com www.michiganfeldenkrais.com [map]

7:30 p.m.

"Joyeux Noel": Center of Light.

Screening of Christian Carion's 2005 film, a moving portrait of the celebrated 1914 WW I Christmas Eve truce when French, German, and English soldiers put aside their missions to play soccer. French and German, subtitles.
Center of Light, 200 Huronview Blvd. Free. 734-330-5048. revselena@centersoflight.org annarbor.centersoflight.org [map]

7:30 p.m.

Sold Out: Delbert McClinton.: The Ark.

Sold Out: Legendary Texas honky-tonk singer-songwriter whose music effortlessly melds country, blues, rock �n� roll, and R&B traditions. A superb blues harpist, McClinton got his start as a teenager in the 50s backing blues masters like Howlin� Wolf and Jimmy Reed in San Antonio bars. Though his own records have typically enjoyed only a cult following, the likes of Emmylou Harris and Vince Gill have turned songs of his into hits, and he has recorded hit duets with Bonnie Raitt, Tanya Tucker, and others. McClinton�s gotten even better with age: his recent recordings evince a relaxed mastery without losing the gritty swagger and drive that�s always distinguished his music, and his 2009 CD Acquired Taste topped the Billboard blues chart.
7:30 p.m., The Ark, 316 S. Main. Tickets $50 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]

7:30 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]

8 p.m.

Jazz Showcase: Ann Arbor School for the Performing Arts.

Performances by middle school, high school, and adult jazz combos.
8 p.m., Kerrytown Concert House, 415 N. Fourth Ave. Free. 213-2000. [map]

8 p.m.

Mark Knope: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase.

Dec. 20-22. This Detroit native is a veteran of the national comedy circuit known for his impressions of celebrity voices and hilarious takes on the commonplaces of everyday life. Preceded by 2 opening acts. Alcohol is served.
8 p.m. (Thurs.-Sat.) & 10:30 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.), 314 E. Liberty (below Seva restaurant). $6 (Thurs.) & $10 (Fri. & Sat.) reserved seating in advance, $8 (Thurs.) & $12 (Fri. & Sat.) general admission at the door. 996-9080. [map]

8 p.m.

The Killers: EMU Convocation Center.

Best-selling postpunk indie rock quartet from Las Vegas. �Like their hometown of Las Vegas, the Killers have a flair for anything supersize, sparkly, and over-the-top: soaring synth-pop operas, multipart arena-rock anthems, �Bohemian Rhapsody�-style choirs,� says Rolling Stone writer Melissa Maerz in her review of the band�s 2009 CD Day & Age, and Rolling Stone writer Rob Fitzpatrick praises their new CD Battle Born for sustaining the band�s trademark �great swirling mass of melancholic energy.�
8 p.m., EMU Convocation Center, 799 N. Hewitt (north off Washtenaw), Ypsilanti. Tickets $32.50-$59.50 in advance at the EMU Convocation Center and at tiesto.com, and at the door. 487-2282. [map]