Published: December 30, 2008 10:24 am      

Entertainment Calendar: 12/26/2008

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Friday, Dec. 26

Etc.

Toddler Time at the Great Lakes Children's Museum, 10 a.m.-noon, Snowballs theme, learning activities geared toward toddlers, included in admission, $6 ages 2/older; Great Lakes Children's Museum, 13240 S. West Bay Shore Dr., TC; 932-4526.

Odaawe Gamik museum store, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., traditional and contemporary Anishinaabek arts, also educational materials; Eyaawing Museum & Cultural Center, 2304 N. West Bay Shore Dr., Peshawbestown; 534-7764.

Manistee Historical Museum's "Christmas in Toyland" exhibit, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Lyman Building, 425 River St., Manistee; admission $1 students, $3 adults, $5 adult couples, $7 parents and their minor children; 723-5331.

Festival of Trains, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., $5 adults, $2 ages 4/older, free ages 3/younger, $20 for family pass for unlimited visits; Grand Traverse Heritage Center, 322 Sixth, TC; 995-0313.

Williamsburg Showcase Dinner Theater's "Very Merry Christmas" show, doors open 6 p.m., dinner/show 7 p.m., $44.95 adults, $30 children 12/younger, reservations required; 4230 E. M-72, Williamsburg; for available show dates or reservations, 938-2181 or www.conventiondinnertheater.com.

Stardust Productions presents "A Christmas to Come Home To" dinner show, 7 p.m. buffet dinner, 8 p.m. show, $25 per person; Gio's Trattoria Grille, U.S. 131 North, one block north of Rite-Aid, Kalkaska; for details or reservations, call Gio's, 384-4444.

Saturday, Dec. 27

Etc.

Reservation deadline for New Year's Eve Party, to be held 7-9 p.m. Dec. 31, dancing, appetizers and more, Benzie Bus available for rides; The Gathering Place, Honor; 325-3720 or (877) 277-1306.

Odaawe Gamik museum store, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Eyaawing Museum & Cultural Center, 2304 N. West Bay Shore Dr., Peshawbestown; 534-7764.

Manistee Historical Museum's "Christmas in Toyland" exhibit, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Lyman Building, 425 River St., Manistee; admission $1 students, $3 adults, $5 adult couples, $7 parents and their minor children; 723-5331.

Festival of Trains, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., $5 adults, $2 ages 4/older, free ages 3/younger, $20 for family pass for unlimited visits; Grand Traverse Heritage Center, 322 Sixth, TC; 995-0313.

Holiday open houses, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., two complimentary mulled wine samples plus discounts; Black Star Farms, off M-22, Suttons Bay; Black Star Farms Old Mission, 360 McKinley Road East, TC; and Tastes of Black Star Farms, 800 Cottageview Dr., suite 35, Village at Grand Traverse Commons, TC; 944-1271.

Slide show and book signing, 1 p.m., by Meryl Estes and Caitlin Prentice, authors of "Biking the U.S. of Awesomeness," the story of their 2005 bike trip from Maine to Oregon told through their e-mail's home; Horizon Books, 243 E. Front, TC; 946-7290, (800) 587-2147 or www.horizonbooks.com.

Music House Museum presents "The Navigator," 5 and 7:30 p.m., silent film starring Buster Keaton, accompanied by Dale Zieger on the Wurlitzer Theatre Organ, $15 adults, $13 seniors, $5 children; Music House Museum, 7377 U.S. 31 North, Acme; for tickets or questions, 938-9300 or treasures@musichouse.org.

Williamsburg Showcase Dinner Theater's "Very Merry Christmas" show, doors open 6 p.m., dinner/show 7 p.m., $44.95 adults, $30 children 12/younger, reservations required; 4230 E. M-72, Williamsburg; for available show dates or reservations, 938-2181 or www.conventiondinnertheater.com.

Sunday, Dec. 28

Etc.

Festival of Trains, noon-4 p.m., $5 adults, $2 ages 4/older, free ages 3/younger, $20 for family pass for unlimited visits; Grand Traverse Heritage Center, 322 Sixth, TC; 995-0313.

Model Railroad Clinic, 1-3 p.m., "Scenery 101: A Look at Basic Techniques for Turning Train Sets into Model Railroads" with Peter Magoun, owner of Trains & Things Hobbies, and Dave Capron who will examine rock casting; GT Heritage Center, 322 Sixth St., TC; 995-0313.

Music

Chateau Chantal's Last Sunday Jazz at Sunset, 3-5:30 p.m., featuring the Jeff Haas Trio, free admission, select Chateau Chantal wines, sparkling juices, lemonade and coffee available; Chateau Chantal, Center Road, north of Mapleton; 223-4110 or wine@chateauchantal.com.

Breathe Owl Breathe, 7 p.m. concert and potluck meal, bring a dish to share, $10 at the door, reservations appreciated; Dhaseleer Events Barn, 15794 Paddock Road, Charlevoix; 547-6945.

Murali Coryell Blues Band, 8-11 p.m. "Mistletoe Blues Concert," $5 cover; Union Street Station, 117 S. Union, TC; for tickets/details, 941-1930.

Monday, Dec. 29

Etc.

Festival of Trains, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., $5 adults, $2 ages 4/older, free ages 3/younger, $20 for family pass for unlimited visits; Grand Traverse Heritage Center, 322 Sixth, TC; 995-0313.

Mitten Days at the Great Lakes Children's Museum, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. reading of "The Mitten" by Jan Brett followed by mitten craft project, 1-3 p.m. scavenger hunt to find the letters of the alphabet featured in "M is for Mitten," learn about Michigan and participate in "mitts on" activities, free with museum admission ($6 ages 2/older), geared toward early elementary age children; 13240 S. West Bay Shore Dr., TC; 932-4526 or www.greatlakeskids.org.

Holiday Nature Hike, 1-2 p.m., all ages, Boardman River Nature Center, 1450 Cass Road, south of South Airport Road, TC; www.natureiscalling.org.

Tuesday, Dec. 30

Etc.

Manistee Historical Museum's "Christmas in Toyland" exhibit, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Lyman Building, 425 River St., Manistee; admission $1 students, $3 adults, $5 adult couples, $7 parents and their minor children; 723-5331.

Festival of Trains, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., $5 adults, $2 ages 4/older, free ages 3/younger, $20 for family pass for unlimited visits; Grand Traverse Heritage Center, 322 Sixth, TC; 995-0313.

Mitten Days at the Great Lakes Children's Museum, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. reading of "The Mitten" by Jan Brett followed by mitten craft project, 1-3 p.m. scavenger hunt to find the letters of the alphabet featured in "M is for Mitten," learn about Michigan and participate in "mitts on" activities, free with museum admission ($6 ages 2/older), geared toward early elementary age children; 13240 S. West Bay Shore Dr., TC; 932-4526 or www.greatlakeskids.org.

Holiday Nature Hike, 1-2 p.m., all ages, Boardman River Nature Center, 1450 Cass Road, south of South Airport Road, TC; www.natureiscalling.org.

Wednesday, Dec. 31

New Year's Eve

Dance

"SwingShift and the Stars Dance-Off for Charity Grand Finale Charity Celebration and Award Ceremony," couples compete before a panel of judges, audience may vote for favorite couples for a minimum $1 donation to benefit charities; Leelanau Sands Casino Showroom, Peshawbestown; www.swingshiftandthestars.com.

Etc.

Festival of Trains, noon-4 p.m., $5 adults, $2 ages 4/older, free ages 3/younger, $20 for family pass for unlimited visits; Grand Traverse Heritage Center, 322 Sixth, TC; 995-0313.

New Year's Eve Party for kids, 2 p.m., age-appropriate arts and crafts, story time for ages 7/younger, seasonal-themed activities for older children, festive parade, countdown and more; Borders Books, 2612 Crossing Circle, TC; 933-0412.

White Nights New Year's Eve Fund-raising Gala, Charlevoix Circle of Arts, 109 Clinton, Charlevoix; 547-3554 or www.circle-of-arts.org.

Meet PaleoJoe, 4 and 6 p.m. programs during First Night Cadillac, all events at First Night covered by the cost of a button ($7 advance, $10 at the door); Cadillac Middle School, Cadillac.

New Year's Eve Celebration, music by the Bill Sears Swingtet, City Park Grill, 432 E. Lake, Petoskey; 347-0101.

New Year's Eve celebration, music by Slabtown, free buffet 10 p.m.-midnight, free party favors and champagne toast at midnight, tickets $5 advance or $10 at the door; Lil Bo's, 540 W. Front St., TC; for tickets or details, go to www.slabtown.com.

Williamsburg Showcase Dinner Theater's "Very Merry Christmas" show, doors open 6 p.m., dinner/show 7 p.m., $44.95 adults, $30 children 12/younger, reservations required; 4230 E. M-72, Williamsburg; for available show dates or reservations, 938-2181 or www.conventiondinnertheater.com.

New Year's Eve Party, 7-9 p.m., dancing, appetizers and more, Benzie Bus available for rides; The Gathering Place, Honor; reservations needed by Dec. 27, 325-3720 or (877) 277-1306.

New Year's Eve Ball, 8 p.m. doors open, 9 p.m. show, featuring My Dear Disco, Mike Moran Band and DJ Bean Machine, $15 advance, $20 at the door, includes free local wine/champagne toast at midnight, ages 21/older; City Opera House, 106 E. Front, TC; advance tickets at the Opera House, Oryana Natural Foods Market, 941-8082, www.cityoperahouse.org, or www.porterhouseproductions.com.

Bring in the New Year with "The King," buffet dinner, 8:30 p.m. Elvis Show, dancing to music by a DJ, champagne and party favors at midnight, $20 per person, $12.95 buffet only; Crystal Palace Lounge, 17170 Vondra Road, Thompsonville; reservations recommended, 378-3104 or www.crystalpalacelounge.com.

Thursday, Jan. 1

Etc.

Festival of Trains, noon-4 p.m., $5 adults, $2 ages 4/older, free ages 3/younger, $20 for family pass for unlimited visits; Grand Traverse Heritage Center, 322 Sixth, TC; 995-0313.

Friday, Jan. 2

Etc.

Public viewing at Rogers Observatory, 8-10 p.m., 1753 Birmley Road, TC.

Saturday, Jan. 3

Etc.

New Year Psychic Fair, all day, tarot, astrology, massages, refreshments, more; Higher Self Bookstore, East Front Street, TC; 941-5805 or www.higherselfbookstore.com.

Saturday Sampler, 11 a.m., stories and fun; Traverse Area District Library, 610 Woodmere, TC; 932-8500.

Holiday Nature Hike, 1-2 p.m., all ages, suggested donation $5, Boardman River Nature Center, 1450 Cass Road, south of South Airport Road, TC; www.natureiscalling.org, for half-off snowshoe rentals for the program, call Brick Wheels.

Cross Country Ski by Lantern Light, 6-9 p.m., free, motor vehicle permit required for park entry; Hartwick Pines State Park, Grayling; (989)348-2537.

Music

"Facets of Love" vocal recital featuring Gillian Bell, 7:30 p.m., accompanied by pianist Arthur Williford; Suttons Bay Congregational Church, corner of Lincoln and Madison, Suttons Bay.

Sunday, Jan. 4

Etc.

Downtown Bridal Show, noon-4 p.m., with bridal fashion show, area vendors and more, free; Park Place Hotel Dome, 300 E. State St., TC.

Monday, Jan. 5

Theater

Auditions for "The Producers," 7 p.m., auditioners should prepare 16 measures of a song and wear comfortable clothing and shoes for dancing, nearly 30 featured roles and chorus; Old Town Playhouse Studio Theatre, 148 E. Eighth St., TC; for details or a perusal script, 947-2210.

Tuesday, Jan. 6

Theater

Auditions for "The Producers," 7 p.m., auditioners should prepare 16 measures of a song and wear comfortable clothing and shoes for dancing, nearly 30 featured roles and chorus; Old Town Playhouse Studio Theatre, 148 E. Eighth St., TC; for details or a perusal script, 947-2210.

Wednesday, Jan. 7

Etc.

NMC free movie for students, 6 p.m. showing of "Slumdog Millionaire," free for all students, rated R, general public invited to the same screening by paying regular admission; State Theatre, 233 E. Front, TC; www.statetheatre.org.

Luminary snowshoe hike, 6-7 p.m., all ages, bring snowshoes, half-price rentals for Conservation District programs available from Brick Wheels, suggested donation $5; Boardman River Nature Center, 1450 Cass Road, TC; 941-0960.

Thursday, Jan. 8

Dance

Argentine Tango Class, 7-8 p.m., $10/person, $15/couple per lesson; Studio 7 Arts, 225 W. 14th St., TC; Ron Hensel, 620-1485.

Etc.

Manga Book Club, 7-8 p.m. for fans of Japanese comics and print cartoons, ages 13/older; Traverse Area District Library, 610 Woodmere, TC; 932-8500.

Friday, Jan. 9

Interlochen

IAA Motion Picture Arts Screening, 7:30 p.m., free, DeRoy Center; 276-7800.

Saturday, Jan. 10

Art

Intuitive Watercolor Painting Workshop, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., with Betty Bea Washburn, for beginner to advanced watercolor artists, $75 registration fee due Jan. 4, materials not included; Charlevoix Circle of Arts, 109 Clinton Ave., Charlevoix; 547-2333.

Etc.

The Art of Tracking & Bird Language, 9 a.m.-noon, adults only, dress for the weather, space limited, registration required, suggested donation $5; Boardman River Nature Center, 1450 Cass Road, TC; 941-0960.

"Modest is the Hottest" event, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., with Shari Braendel, speaker and author to Proverbs 31 Ministries, free color analysis, continental breakfast, workshops on body image, contemporary fashion and modesty, how to dress for your body type, and more, all women ages 8/older welcome, $20; New Hope Community Church, Williamsburg; for tickets or details, 258-8432.

Winter Trails Day, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., snowshoeing activities and demonstrations, free try-outs of traditional wood and modern styles of snowshoes, guided hikes, indoor programs,; Hartwick Pines State Park, Grayling; (989) 348-2537.

Dungeons and Dragons Quest, 10:30 a.m., ages 15/older welcome; Traverse Area District Library, 610 Woodmere, TC; 932-8500.

Saturday Sampler, 11 a.m., stories and fun; Traverse Area District Library, 610 Woodmere, TC; 932-8500.

Public viewing at Rogers Observatory, 8-10 p.m., 1753 Birmley Road, TC.

"Super Soups and Stews" cooking class, 12:30-5:30 p.m., with Chef/educator Nancy Krcek Allen and Chef Lynne Brach, $125 per person, reservations required; Chateau Chantal, 15900 Rue De Vin, TC; (800) 969-4009.

Interlochen

IAA Student Playwright's Showcase, 7:30 p.m., free; Dendrinos Chapel; 276-7800.

Music

"Whispers of the North, A Tribute to Gordon Lightfoot" featuring Mike Fornes, 7:30 p.m., $8 per person reserved seats, proceeds go toward Opera House funding needs; The Opera House, 403 N. Huron, Cheboygan; tickets on sale at the Opera House box office.

Bob Seeley and Bob Baldori in concert, 8 p.m., blues piano concert, $25 advance, $28 at the door $22 for Dennos Museum members; Milliken Auditorium, 1701 E. Front, TC; 995-1553 or www.dennosmuseum.org.

Sunday, Jan. 11

Etc.

"Broadway Melody of 1940," 2 p.m. showing, featuring music by Cole Porter, donations appreciated; Northport Community Arts Center, Northport School, 104 Wing St., Northport.

Music

"Sundays at Three" concert, 3 p.m., featuring pianist Winston Choi, $25 advance, $30 at the door, $8 students, sponsored by Chamber Music North; Milliken Auditorium, 1701 E. Front, TC; 995-1553 or www.chambermusicnorth.com.

"Swamp Stomp Country" performance by The Wild Turkeys, 5 p.m., $15 in advance, $20 at the door; Union Street Station, 117 S. Union, TC; advance tickets at Union Street Station, EuroStop Cafe and Oryana Natural Foods Market, or call 941-1930.

Monday, Jan. 12

Dance

The National Russian Ballet Theatre presents "The Sleeping Beauty," 7 p.m., $25 adults, $5 students, part of Crooked Tree Arts Center's Virginia McCune Performing Arts Series; Harbor Springs Performing Arts Center at Harbor Springs Schools, 800 State Road, Harbor Springs; for tickets/details, www.crookedtree.org or 347-4337.

Tuesday, Jan. 13

Art

Fabric Bowl class, 1-4 p.m., make a fabric bowl by fusing fabrics on Pellon and free-motion machine stitching with instructor Ann Loveless, beginners welcome; $35 members, $45 non-members; Crystal Lake Art Center, 111 10th St., Frankfort; 352-4151 or www.crystallakeartcenter.org.

Etc.

GT Conservation District's "Peepers" program for preschoolers, 10-11:30 a.m., ages 3-5, "Snow" theme, $3/child per session of $45/child for season, exploration of nature and seasonal nature themes with early childhood educators and naturalists, indoor/outdoor activities, dress for the weather; Boardman River Nature Center, 1450 Cass Road, TC; for details, a full program description and schedule, visit www.natureiscalling.org or call 941-0960.

Program by author/humanitarian Greg Mortenson, 7 p.m., followed by reception and book signing, Mortenson founded Central Asia Institute and is author of several books including "Three Cups of Tea," advance tickets $20 adults, $10 students with valid ID, $25 at the door; Milliken Auditorium, 1701 E. Front, TC; for tickets, call 995-1553, visit www.dennosmuseum.org or purchase at the Milliken Auditorium box office.

Wednesday, Jan. 14

Etc.

GT Conservation District Movie Night, 6-7 p.m. film on animal builders plus hands-on activities, all ages, suggested donation $5; Boardman River Nature Center, 1450 Cass Road, TC; 941-0960.

Thursday, Jan. 15

Dance

Argentine Tango Class, 7-8 p.m., $10/person, $15/couple per lesson; Studio 7 Arts, 225 W. 14th St., TC; Ron Hensel, 620-1485.

Etc.

Swirl at Crooked Tree Arts Center, 6 p.m. doors open, 6:30 p.m. wine tasting and hors d'oeuvres, "Flavors of Portugal" theme, $10 advance, $12.50 the day of event when available; Crooked Tree Arts Center, 461 E. Mitchell, Petoskey; 347-4337, www.crookedtree.org, or Esperance, 237-9300 or www.esperancewine.com.

Friday, Jan. 16

Etc.

Public viewing at Rogers Observatory, 8-10 p.m., 1753 Birmley Road, TC.

Interlochen

Michael Philip Mossman with the Interlochen Arts Academy Ensemble, 7:30 p.m., $16 adults, $14 seniors, $9 students; Corson Auditorium; http://tickets.interlochen.org, 276-7800 or (800) 681-5920.

Music

The Whitfield Company in concert, 8 p.m., gospel music tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, $25 advance, $28 at the door, $22 Dennos Museum members; Milliken Auditorium, 1701 E. Front, TC; 995-1553 or www.dennosmuseum.org.

Saturday, Jan. 17

Etc.

Downtown Chili Cook-off, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., purchase sample of eight for $8 or a bowl for $3; Park Place Hotel Dome, 300 E. State St., TC.

Saturday Sampler, 11 a.m., stories and fun; Traverse Area District Library, 610 Woodmere, TC; 932-8500.

"Fossil Frenzy" program, 1-2 p.m., learn to identify local fossils, pick a Petoskey stone to take home, video program, bring fossils to trade, all ages welcome, suggested donation $5; Boardman River Nature Center, 1450 Cass Road, TC; 941-0960.

Cross Country Ski by Lantern Light, 6-9 p.m., free, motor vehicle permit required for park entry; Hartwick Pines State Park, Grayling; (989)348-2537.

Interlochen

IAA Band, 7:30 p.m., $9 adults, $6 students/seniors; Corson Auditorium; http://tickets.interlochen.org, 276-7800 or (800) 681-5920.

Music

Back Porch Coffeehouse, 7:30 p.m., featuring Robin Lee Berry with Michael Ann Erlewine, followed by open mic, suggested donation $4 per person, $10 per family, light refreshments available; The Front Porch Cafe, 9235 Main St., Ellsworth.

Sunday, Jan. 18

Etc.

Hartwick Pines winter lecture series, 2 p.m., "Winter Logging: A Visual History of Logging in Northern Michigan," free, refreshments served; Michigan Forest Visitor Center auditorium, Hartwick Pines State Park, Grayling; (989) 348-2537.

Music

Singer-songwriter Jen Cass, 3-5 p.m., doors open 2:30 p.m., $5 suggested donation at the door, refreshments available to purchase; Gaylord Area Council for the Arts' Community Art Center, 125 E. Main, Gaylord; (989) 732-3242 or (989) 344-9001.

Singer/songwriter Vance Gilbert, 5 p.m., $15 advance, $18 at the door; Union Street Station, 117 S. Union, TC; advance tickets at Union Street Station, EuroStop Cafe, Oryana Natural Foods Market, or call 941-1930.

Monday, Jan. 19

Art

Cabin Fever Watercolor Workshop, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. today and Jan. 20, with Shirley Bishop, all skill levels welcome, some materials available for purchase in class, $125 members, $140 non-members; Crystal Lake Art Center, 111 10th, Frankfort; 352-4151 or www.crystallakeartcenter.org.

Tuesday, Jan. 20

Etc.

GT Conservation District's "Peepers" program for preschoolers, 10-11:30 a.m., ages 3-5, "Footprints" theme, $3/child per session of $45/child for season, exploration of nature and seasonal nature themes with early childhood educators and naturalists, indoor/outdoor activities, dress for the weather; Boardman River Nature Center, 1450 Cass Road, TC; for details, a full program description and schedule, visit www.natureiscalling.org or call 941-0960.

Wednesday, Jan. 21

Etc.

"Where Do Insects Go In Winter" program, 6-7 p.m., all ages, suggested donation $5; Boardman River Nature Center, 1450 Cass Road, TC; 941-0960.

Thursday, Jan. 22

Dance

Argentine Tango Class, 7-8 p.m., $10/person, $15/couple per lesson; Studio 7 Arts, 225 W. 14th St., TC; Ron Hensel, 620-1485.

Etc.

Manga Book Club, 7-8 p.m. for fans of Japanese comics and print cartoons, ages 13/older; Traverse Area District Library, 610 Woodmere, TC; 932-8500.

Friday, Jan. 23

Saturday, Jan. 24

Art

Opening reception for Juried Photography Exhibition, 2-4 p.m., on view through April 4; Crooked Tree Arts Center, 461 E. Mitchell, Petoskey; 347-4337 or www.crookedtree.org.

Etc.

"The Art of Tracking & Bird Language," 9-10:30 a.m., all ages, dress for the weather, cameras welcome, registration required, suggested donation $5; Boardman River Nature Center, 1450 Cass Road, TC; 941-0960.

Saturday Sampler, 11 a.m., stories and fun; Traverse Area District Library, 610 Woodmere, TC; 932-8500.

Cadillac Wexford Public Library, 11 a.m.-noon discussion of historic novels with Peg Herring, free; 1-4 p.m. "Write, Edit, Publish Workshop," also with Herring, $20 Library Friends, $25 all others, registration required; at the library, 411 S. Lake St., Cadillac; Vicki Essenmacher, 779-0559.

"Handmade Pastas and Sauces" cooking class, 12:30-5:30 p.m., with Chef/educator Nancy Krcek Allen and Chef Lynne Brach, $125 per person, reservations required; Chateau Chantal, 15900 Rue De Vin, TC; (800) 969-4009.

Guided snowshoe hike, 1 p.m., free, showshoes provided if necessary, motor vehicle permit required for park entry; Hartwick Pines State Park, Grayling; (989) 348-2537.

Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency's Gift of Warmth Gala, 6:30-11 p.m., $30 includes hors d'oeuvres, drinks, chocolates, silent auction and dancing, proceeds will be used for heating assistance; Park Place Hotel, 300 E. State St., TC; tickets available at the agency, 3963 Three Mile Road, TC.

Public viewing at Rogers Observatory, 8-10 p.m., 1753 Birmley Road, TC.

Interlochen

Cuban band Tiempo Libre with the Interlochen Arts Academy Orchestra, 7:30 p.m., $21 adults, $18 seniors, $9 students; Corson Auditorium; http://tickets.interlochen.org, 276-7800 or (800) 681-5920.

Sunday, Jan. 25

Music

Chateau Chantal's Last Sunday Jazz at Sunset, 3-5:30 p.m., featuring the Jeff Haas Trio, free admission, select Chateau Chantal wines, sparkling juices, lemonade and coffee available; Chateau Chantal, Center Road, north of Mapleton; 223-4110 or wine@chateauchantal.com.

Monday, Jan. 26

Tuesday, Jan. 27

Etc.

GT Conservation District's "Peepers" program for preschoolers, 10-11:30 a.m., ages 3-5, "Trees in Winter" theme, $3/child per session of $45/child for season, exploration of nature and seasonal nature themes with early childhood educators and naturalists, indoor/outdoor activities, dress for the weather; Boardman River Nature Center, 1450 Cass Road, TC; for details, a full program description and schedule, visit www.natureiscalling.org or call 941-0960.

Wednesday, Jan. 28

Etc.

Wednesday Women's Night, 6-9 p.m., refreshments, trail adventures, clinics and more, $14 per person, $38 for season pass; Timber Ridge, RV & Recreation Resort, 4050 E. Hammond Road, TC; 947-2770.

GT Conservation District Movie Night, 6-7 p.m. film on an animal year, plus hands-on activities, all ages, suggested donation $5; Boardman River Nature Center, 1450 Cass Road, TC; 941-0960.

Thursday, Jan. 29

Dance

Argentine Tango Class, 7-8 p.m., $10/person, $15/couple per lesson; Studio 7 Arts, 225 W. 14th St., TC; Ron Hensel, 620-1485.

Friday, Jan. 30

Etc.

NBC's Last Comic Standing, 7 and 9:30 p.m., featuring top five finalists from the competition, $35/$45/$55; City Opera House, 106 E. Front, TC; 941-8082 or www.cityoperahouse.org.

Public viewing at Rogers Observatory, 8-10 p.m., 1753 Birmley Road, TC.

Saturday, Jan. 31

Dance

Northwest Michigan Ballet Theater presents excerpts from "A Midsummer Night's Faery Tale," 11 a.m., free, for children of all ages; Traverse Area District Library, 610 Woodmere, TC; 932-8500.

Etc.

Saturday Sampler, 11 a.m., stories and fun; Traverse Area District Library, 610 Woodmere, TC; 932-8500.

Snowshoe hike, 1-2 p.m., all ages, sponsored by Grand Traverse Conservation District, suggested donation $5; at Hickory Meadows, TC; for details, to register or for directions, call the Boardman River Nature Center, 941-0960.

Cross Country Ski by Lantern Light, 6-9 p.m., free, motor vehicle permit required for park entry; Hartwick Pines State Park, Grayling; (989)348-2537.

Interlochen

IAA Student Art Exhibition, 6 p.m., free, Gallery.

IAA Brass and Percussion Ensembles, 7:30 p.m., $9 adults, $6 students/seniors; Corson Auditorium; http://tickets.interlochen.org, 276-7800 or (800) 681-5920.