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LISTINGS::
November16 - November24

Ongoing Art | Ongoing Events | Ongoing Literature & Poetry | Ongoing Music | Ongoing Theater

Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Next Wednesday | Next Thursday

::ONGOINGEVENTS::

CLASSES & SEMINARS

Adult Education Class. Each Thurs. “Spirituality and Creativity.” Discover and access your creative force. 9 a.m. to noon. Donation. The Peoples Church, 200 W. Grand River Ave., East Lansing. (517) 332-5073.

Attention Deficit Disorder Support Group. Each Monday. Looks at healthy coping skills, grief and adjustments. 6:30-8 p.m. Donation. Awakenings Family Therapy, 1020 Long Blvd., Lansing. (517) 699-4357.

Coming Out Group. Sponsored by LAHR. Meets fourth Tuesday of every month. 7-8:30 p.m. Room 209, Foster Community Center, 200 N. Foster St., Lansing.
(517) 332-3200.

Dessert & Discussion. Second Mon. each month. Topic: Issues of Justice. How we get it for ourselves and community. 6:30-8 p.m. FREE. Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 549 E. Mt. Hope, Lansing. (517) 485-0907.

Divorce Therapy Group. Each Monday. Re-write life plans and work out issues in a supportive environment. 6:30-8 p.m. Donation. Awakenings Family Therapy, 1020 Long Blvd., Lansing. (517) 699-4357.

Drop-in Art Sessions. Variety of media in clay and wood. 4-6 p.m. Tue.; 2-4 p.m. first and third Sat. Free for Lansing residents. Reach Studio Art Center, 1804 S. Washington Ave., Lansing. (517) 862-1443.

Free Improv Performance Workshops. Each Sunday. 5:30-7 p.m. Orchard Street Pumphouse, 368 Orchard St., East Lansing. (517) 290-3295.

Free Real Estate Buyers Seminar. Third Wed. each month. Learn how you can receive up to $10,000 and buy a home with nothing down. 7-9 p.m. Lansing Real Estate Co., 5751 S. Cedar Ave., Lansing. (517) 882-8100.

Free Yoga Classes. Each Thursday. Anyone interested in learning yoga is invited to join a class. 4 p.m. McRee Guest House, 2721 S. Washington Ave., Lansing.
(517) 367-5159.

Greater Lansing Network Against War & Injustice (GLNAWI). Child care available. Regular meetings first and third Mondays. 7-9 p.m. FREE. Check www.glnawi.org for schedule. (517) 351-7504.

Greater Lansing User Group. Focuses computer learning activities on .NET technology. Meets third Thursday each month. 6-8 p.m. FREE. Engineering Bldg., Room 2250, MSU, East Lansing. www.glugnet.org.

Job Seekers Support Group. Meets each Mon. Covers employer expectations and options. 7-9 p.m. $5 suggested donation. Women’s Center of Greater Lansing, 1710 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) 372-9163.

Lansing Space Exploration Meetup Group. First Tue. each month. Everyone interested in discussing activities in space welcome. 7 p.m. FREE. Gone Wired Café, 2021 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) 322-0484.

Lansing Thelema Magick Meetup Group. Meets fourth Sat. each month. Studies hidden knowledge of the Hermetic Mysteries. 3 p.m. FREE. Gone Wired Café, 2021 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) 485-2544.

Not So Happy Endings. Meets each Wed. Support group for women experiencing separation or divorce . 7-9 p.m. FREE. Women’s Center of Greater Lansing, 1710 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) 372-9163.

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Support Group. Meets 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month. 7:30-9 p.m. Delta Presbyterian Church, 6100 W. Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) 485-6653.

Quit Tobacco Classes. Bi-monthly on Thursdays. Classes, counseling and nicotine replacements provided at no cost. 7:15 p.m. FREE. Allen Neighborhood Center, 1619 E. Kalamazoo St., Lansing. (517) 367-2468.

Young Breast Cancer Survivors Group. Meets third Wed. of each month. Share with women facing similar challenges. 6 p.m. FREE. Breslin Cancer Center, 401 W. Greenlawn Ave., Lansing. (517) 367-5226.

::ONGOINGLITERATURE&POETRY::



::ONGOINGART::

A Simple Elegance Gallery: “Art – Special, Personal, Gift of a Lifetime.” Fine art and photography: Richard Galosy; and raku and monotypes: Honora Bird. Through Dec. Hours 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tues.-Sun. 1212 Turner Street, Old Town, Lansing. (517) 719-1913.

Absolute Gallery: Showcases the work of Alan Kidd. Through November. Hours: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tue.-Fri.; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sat. & Sun. 307 E. Grand River Ave., Old Town, Lansing. (517) 482-8845.

Aceme Studio-Gallery: Featuring contemporary abstract expressionism art works by Jeff Wesley. Through November. Hours: Noon to 6 p.m. Tues.-Sat. 615 Stoner Road, East Lansing. (517) 372-5135.

Anselmo Gallery: Korean Celadon porcelain replicating the royal pottery of the Koryo Dynasty. Through November. Hours: 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Mon.-Fri.; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sat.; and 1-5 p.m. First Sunday. 3320 E. Lake Lansing Road, Ste. D & E, East Lansing. (517) 332-7777.

Art Unlimited: Showcasing the watercolor artwork of Helga Flower from Sault Ste. Marie. Through November. Hours: Noon to 8 p.m. Tues., Wed. & Fri.; 6-10 p.m. Thurs.; and noon to 5 p.m. Sun. 4750 Central Park Dr., Okemos. 517-349-8278.

Banyan Gallery: The pastel artistry of Kathy Mohl. Also painting, sculpture, glass, photography and mixed media by Banyan’s 22 resident artists. Through November. Hours: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tues.-Sun. and by appointment. 1208 Turner St., Old Town Lansing. (517) 371-4600.

Barebone Studios for Women’s Art: Various exhibitions featuring work by members of the Working Women Artists. Hours: 6:30-9 p.m. Mon.; 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sat.; and 1-5 p.m. Sun. Through November. 1236 Turner St., Old Town Lansing. (517) 267-0809.

Belen Art Gallery: “Expressions of Healing and Hope” featuring artwork by survivors. Through Jan. 15. Hours: Noon to 5 p.m. Wed.-Fri.; Noon to 4 p.m. Sat.; and 2-4 p.m. Sun. Michigan Women’s Historical Center and Hall of Fame, 213 W. Main St., Lansing. (517) 484-1880.

Creole Gallery: “The Penis Project: Exposure and Exploitation of Men,” by artist Sue Long. Through Nov. 27. Hours: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thurs.-Sat.; noon to 4 p.m. Sun.; or by appointment. 1218 Turner St., Old Town Lansing. (517) 487-9549 or www.creolegallery.com.

East Lansing Public Art Gallery: The paintings and drawings of Charlotte W. Stevens. Through Dec. 15. Hours: 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Mon.-Fri.; 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sat.; and noon to 8 p.m. First Sunday. Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbott Road, East Lansing. (517) 319-6941.

East Lansing Public Library: “Landscapes” the artwork of pastel artist Jim Markle in the North Gallery. Through November. Hours: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mon.-Thur.; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Fri.; 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Sat; 1-5 p.m. Sun. 950 Abbott Road, East Lansing. (517) 351-6414.

Gone 2 the Dogs: The carved and painted animal sculpture works of local woodworking artist Lyle Greenfield. Through November. Hours: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tues.-Fri.; Noon to 5 p.m. Sat. and First Sun. 306 E. Grand River Ave., Lansing. (517) 853-8313.

Haze Inc.: Displaying the works of over 37 individual artists ranging from abstract to ornate. Through November. Hours: 5-9 p.m. Mon.; noon to 9 p.m. Wed. - Fri.; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sat. & Sun. 119 E. Grand River Ave., Old Town Lansing. (517) 372-2446.

Hope Borbas Okemos Library: Mid-Michigan Art Guild Exhibition. Through Nov. 20. Hours: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mon-Thurs.; 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Fri. & Sat.; and 1-7 p.m. Sun. 4321 Okemos Road, Okemos. (517) 347-2021.

Kresge Art Museum: “ Pewabic: Michigan’s Art Pottery.” Through Dec. 16. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mon., Tues., Wed, Fri.; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thur.; noon to 5 p.m. Sat. & Sun. MSU, East Lansing. (517) 355-7631.

Lansing Art Gallery: In the Main Gallery, “Through a Crack in the Lake: Collaborative Paintings by Patricia Opel and Timothy Norris” Through November. Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tues. - Fri.; 1-4 p.m. Sat.; and 1-4 p.m. Sun. 113 S. Washington Square, Lansing. (517) 374-6400.

Ledge Craft Lane: A display of art by the students of Carol Basso. Through November. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Wed.–Sat. 120 S. Bridge St., Grand Ledge.
(517) 627-9843.

Mackerel Sky Gallery: “Revisiting the Vessel (sort of)” the works of sculptor Mark Chatterley. Through Nov. 28. Hours: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mon., Tue. & Wed.; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thur. & Fri.; 10 a.m.to 6 p.m. Sat.; and noon to 5 p.m. Sun. 217 Ann Street, East Lansing. (517) 351-2211.

Michigan Historical Museum: “A Soldier’s Life” exhibit chronicles the story of the first American troops to arrive in Michigan. Through June 11. Hours: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mon.-Fri.; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sat.; 1-5 p.m. Sun. 702 W. Kalamazoo St., Lansing. (517) 241-2236.

MSU Museum: Displaying “Memories of MSU” a Sesquicentennial Exhibition in the Main and Heritage Galleries. Through Dec. 30. FREE. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mon.-Fri.; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat.; and 1-5 p.m. Sun. West Circle Drive, MSU campus. (517) 355-2370.

Nokomis Learning Center: “Native American Treaty Signers in the Great Lakes Region.” Paintings by James Otto Lewis. Through November. Hours: 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Tues. & Thurs.; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wed. & Fri.; 12-5 p.m. Sat. 5153 Marsh Rd., Okemos. (517) 349-5777.

St. Katherine’s Episcopal Church: “Colorful Abstractions.” Original paintings of The Deckled Edge Art Group. Through Nov. 17. Hours: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mon.-Thur.; 9 a.m. to noon Fri. & Sun. 4650 N. Meridian Road, Williamston. (517) 349-4120.

Studio Gallery: Featuring an ever-changing gallery with a large variety of mixed media by artist Paul Thornton. Through November. Hours: Noon to 6 p.m. Wed.-Sun. 15098 Peacock Rd., Haslett. (517) 339-9563.

Trillium Gallery: Features handcrafted artwork by Michigan artists including jewelry, glass, pottery, paintings, prints, weavings and more. Through November. Hours: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mon.-Sat.; and noon to 4 p.m. Sun. 107 Division St., East Lansing. (517) 333-3130.

Woven Art: “Michigan Tapestry Invitational Exhibition” featuring five Michigan tapestry artists. Through November. Hours: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tue.-Fri.; noon to 4 p.m. Sat. & Sun.; Closed Mon. 325 B Grove Street, East Lansing. (517) 203-4467.

::ONGOINGMUSIC::

::WEDNESDAYNovember 16::


CLASSES & SEMINARS

“Cooking for the Holidays.” Learn to create festive treats in a fraction of the time with author Kathleen Hanna. 6:30-8:30 p.m. FREE. Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbott Road, East Lansing. (517) 332-2580 X 30.

Humanities Grant Writing Workshop. Learn the application process for the Michigan Humanities grants. Registration required. 1-4 p.m. FREE. Kellogg Center Room 103AB, MSU, East Lansing. (517) 372-0039.

“I Can Cope.” Educational program for adults and their loved ones facing cancer. Teaches coping skills. 5-7 p.m. FREE. McRee Guest House, 2721 S. Washington Ave., Lansing. Register at (517) 334-2724.

Wild Ones Meeting. Guest speaker Bill Schneider to show how to design a native plant landscape for the home yard. 6 p.m. FREE. Room 139, Radiology Admin. Bldg., MSU, East Lansing. (517) 887-0596.

EVENTS

Lansing Area Hispanic Business Assoc. Meeting. Network with local minority business leaders and other business owners. 5:15-8 p.m. The Cadillac Club, 1115 S. Washington Ave., REO Town Lansing. (517) 402-3653.

Lansing Street Scenes Exhibit. Street scenes of Lansing circa 1860s-70s from artist/photographer Charles Mead. Talk and viewing. 7 p.m. FREE. Main Library, 401 S. Capitol Ave., Lansing. (517) 367-6363.

Local Cartoonist Appearance. Jef Mallett to sign his new book, “Frazz: Live at Bryson Elementary.” Noon to 1 p.m. FREE. Absolute Gallery, 307 E. Grand River, Lansing. (517) 482-8845.

Lego Building Competition for Kids. Please bring your own Legos. There will be prizes and goodies for everyone. 6:30-8:30 p.m. FREE. Okemos Library, 4321 Okemos Road, Okemos. (517) 347-2023.

Wednesday Morning Senior Coffee. Cross-cultural presentation. Topic to be announced. 10 a.m. FREE. Allen Neighborhood Center, 1619 E. Kalamazoo St., Lansing. (517) 485-7630.

LITERATURE & POETRY

Hello Dear Enemy. A storytime celebration of peace, friendship with an exhibit of books that have traveled around the world. 7-8 p.m. FREE. East Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbott Road, East Lansing. (517) 351-2420.

Teens Read! Book Discussion Group. An opportunity for teens to read just for the fun of it. Then write brief reviews of book. 4-5 p.m. FREE. Capital Area District Library, 401 S. Capitol Ave., Lansing. (517) 367-6363.

MUSIC

MSU School of Music Event. MSU Tuba-Euphonium Ensemble. 7:30 p.m. FREE. Music Auditorium, MSU, East Lansing. (517) 355-3345.

::THURSDAY November 17::

CLASSES & SEMINARS

Astronomical Horizons Lecture Series. “Measuring the Accelerating Universe,” presented by Prof. Megan Donahue. 7 p.m. FREE. Abrams Planetarium, MSU, East Lansing. (517) 355-4676.

“Bird Flu: The Next Pandemic?” Panel discussion of experts from the Dept. of Health on the human health risk of avian influenza, or bird flu. 2 p.m. FREE. International Center, MSU, East Lansing. (517) 355-2350.

Hope & Healing. Sexual assault support group. 7:30-9 p.m. FREE. Women’s Center of Greater Lansing, 1710-12 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) 372-9163.

Log Cabin Lecture. “Tinsmithing in the Log Cabin Era” Presented by Ray Koerner. Open to the public. 7:30 p.m. FREE. Meridian Township Service Center, 2100 Gaylord C. Smith Dr., Okemos. (517) 347-7300.

MESP/MET. Learn about these programs that help to pay for children’s college education at today’s costs. 6:30 p.m. FREE. Okemos Library, 4321 Okemos Road, Okemos. (517) 347-2023.

PONG. Polycystic Ovarian Networking Group. 5:30-7 p.m. FREE. Women’s Center of Greater Lansing, 1710-12 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) 372-9163.

Speaker’s Series. MSU President Lou Anna K. Simon and her perspective on the impact of a university on a small community. Noon. $12. Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbott Road, East Lansing. (517) 337-1113.

The Loop Group. Beth Desch to mee the group near the fireplace. All ages, abilities and thread crafts are welcome. 6:30 p.m. FREE. Schuler Books, 2820 Towne Center Blvd., Lansing. (517) 316-7495.

EVENTS

29th Annual Great American Smokeout. The American Cancer Society urges Mid-Michigan residents to go smoke free for the day and consider giving it up for good. For more info please call (517) 332-3300.

Annual Envelope Campaign Fundraiser. Benefits the Greater Lansing Food Bank, which feeds those most in need. 11 a.m. Donations. Cristo Rey Community Center, 1717 High St., Lansing. (517) 887-4307.

East Lansing Film Society Film Series. “Intimate Stories” (Not rated, 94 min.) Three people’s journeys.
7:30 p.m. $5-$7. Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbott Road, East Lansing. (517) 336-5802.

Silver Jewelry Demonstration. Featuring artist Lisa Snider. Noon to 2 p.m. FREE. Lansing Art Gallery, 113 S. Washington Square, Lansing. (517) 374-6400.

LITERATURE & POETRY

Okemos Book Group. Currently reading “Number One Ladies Detective Agency” by Alexander McCall Smith. Noon to 1:30 p.m. FREE. Okemos Library, 4321 Okemos Road, Okemos. (517) 347-2023.

MUSIC

Kate Peterson & Sarah Cleaver. Folk duo to play their last show in the area for the year and celebrate the release of their new CD. 7:30 p.m. $5. Gone Wired Café, 2021 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) 853-0550.

MSU Concert Orchestra. Music from the Movies and Broadway Musicals. 7:30 p.m. $6-$8. St. Thomas Aquinas Church, 955 Alton Road, East Lansing.
(517) 355-3345.

THEATER

“Jekyll & Hyde.” Dr. Henry Jekyll experiments with a drug that splits his personality into good and evil elements. 7 p.m. $7. DeWitt High School, 3100 W. Clark Road, Lansing. (517) 668-3169.

“La Bohème.” A tale of young love, set in the bohemian culture of 1830s Paris. Performed by the Michigan Opera Theatre. Italian with English subtitles. 7:30 p.m. $25-$78. Wharton Center, MSU, East Lansing. (517) 432-2000.

“Romeo & Juliet.” Places the drama in New York City during the ‘40s, with two lovers coming from warring mafia families. 7 p.m. $6. East Lansing High School, 509 Burcham Road, East Lansing. (517) 333-7490.

“The Life.” An adult musical about prostitution and redemption. Narrated by street hustler JoJo of 1980s Times Square in New York. 7:30 p.m. $9.50-$17.50. Fairchild Theater, MSU, East Lansing. (517) 432-2000.

“To be Announced.” Musical comedy follows the travails of the Midtown Community Theater. 8 p.m. $7-$15. Rotary Barn, Woldumar Nature Center, 5739 Old Lansing Road, Lansing. www.sunsetswithshakespeare.com.

::FRIDAYNovember 18::

CLASSES & SEMINARS

“Beyond Google: Electronic Resources Training Workshops.” Introduces resources for teaching and research in Japan and China. 9 a.m. FREE. Wells Hall, Room 100B, MSU, East Lansing. (517) 355-2350.

“Creating Value: 3rd Annual China Supply Chain Forum.” Three panels of speakers joined by guest moderators. 7:30 a.m. $15. North Business Complex 130, MSU, East Lansing. (517) 432-9176.

EVENTS

Bark & Buff Models Calendar Signing. Meet your favorite pin-ups and have your calendar signed. 5-9 p.m. FREE. The Cadillac Club, 1115 S. Washington Ave., REO Town Lansing. (517) 853-8313.

East Lansing Film Society Film Series. “Intimate Stories” (Not rated, 94 min.) Three people’s journeys.
7 & 9:15 p.m. $3-$6. Wells Hall, MSU, East Lansing.
(517) 336-5802.

Greater Lansing Weavers Guild Annual Show. Handcrafted items, ornaments, and fiber art demonstrations. Noon to 9 p.m. FREE. Edgewood United Church, 469 N. Hagadorn Road, East Lansing. (517) 669-2417.

Howl at the Moon. Bring your canine friend for a three-mile hike through moonlit woods. No aggressive dogs or retractable leashes. 7 p.m. $2. Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road, Okemos. (517) 349-3866.

“Portrait of Homelessness.” Living art display on the Capitol lawn representing the city’s 700 plus homeless. 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. FREE. Downtown Lansing.
(517) 484-4414 X 111.

Silver Bells in the City. Electric light parade, lighting of Michigan’s official holiday tree, fireworks, entertainment, horse-drawn carriage rides and more. 5-9 p.m. FREE. Downtown Lansing. (517) 372-4636 X 6.

LITERATURE & POETRY

Michigan Writers Series. With Conrad Hilberry. 7:30 p.m. FREE. Room W449, Main Library, MSU, East Lansing. (517) 432-6123.

MUSIC

Gratitude Steele Band Presents Holidays in the Islands. A holiday concert featuring fun island music for the season. 7:30-8:15 p.m. FREE. Main Library, 401 S. Capitol Ave., Lansing. (517) 367-6363.

Story Told. Local favorites Chris Dorman, Chris Linsell and Steve Leaf rock the house. 8 p.m. $5. Magdalena’s Tea House, 2006 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing.
(517) 487-1822.

Ten Pound Fiddle Concert. Honest D & the Steel Reserve. Country music swing in the original Grand Ole Opry style. 8 p.m. $5-$15. Unitarian Uiversalist Church, 855 Grove St., East Lansing. (517) 337-7744.

Lyle Lovett: “The Composers Tour.” Grammy award-winning country musician and vocalist. With Guy Clark, Joe Ely and John Hiatt. 8 p.m. $20-$50. Wharton Center, MSU, East Lansing. (517) 641-4336.

“Jekyll & Hyde.” (Please see details Nov. 17th). 7 p.m.

“Romeo & Juliet.” (Please see details Nov. 17). 7:30 p.m.

“The Life.” (Please see details Nov. 17). 8 p.m.

“To be Announced.” (Please see details Nov. 17). 8 p.m.

::SATURDAYNovember 19::

::SUNDAYNovember 20::

CLASSES & SEMINARS

Free Yoga Class. Instructor Ruth Fisk teaching. All level of students welcome from beginners to more advances. 3:30-5 p.m. The Center for Yoga, 1780 E. Grand River Ave., East Lansing. (517) 333-9883.

PFLAG Meeting. Organization for parents, family and friends drawn together because someone they know or love is gay or lesbian. 3 p.m. FREE. Okemos Presbyterian Church, 2258 Bennet Road, Okemos. (517) 323-0514.

EVENTS

Kick Off the Holidays. (Please see details Nov. 19). Noon. FREE. Van Atta’s Greenhouse, 9008 Old M-78, Haslett AND at Peacock Road Tree Farm, 11854 Peacock Road, Laingsburg. (517) 651-6198.

Large Model Railroad Club Annual Train Show. Over 400 tables of model trains in various scales. Train rides. 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. $2-$5. MSU Pavilion, Farm Lane and College Road, East Lansing. (517) 281-2544.

LITERATURE & POETRY

Author Signing. Local author MJ Simon to sign copies of her latest mystery and ghost story, “Shadow’s Embrace.” 2 p.m. FREE. Barnes & Noble, 333 E. Grand River Ave., East Lansing. (517) 324-3926.

Lansing Poetry Club Meeting. Len Peterson to present a program on Stanley Kunitz, centenarian poet. Original poetry readings. 3 p.m. FREE. Room 165, Arts & Sciences Bldg., LCC , Lansing. (517) 372-6833.

Storytime with Special Guest Maisy. Bring the kids to hear a special story, “Sweet Dreams Maisy.” Snacks and a craft. 2 p.m. FREE. Barnes & Noble, 333 E. Grand River Ave., East Lansing. (517) 324-3926.

MUSIC

Capital Area Blues Society 10th Anniversary Concert. Lansing Food Bank Fundraiser. 3-11 p.m. Admission canned food item and $5. Green Door Blues Bar, 2005 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) 349-0006.

Music Mirth & More. Organ piano duet performed by organist Rob Richards and pianist Ralph Wolf sponsored by Riverside Pops. 3 p.m. $10-$12. Grand Ledge Opera House, 121 S. Bridge St., Grand Ledge. (517) 372-0945.

THEATER

“Jekyll & Hyde.” (Please see details Nov. 17th). 2 p.m.

“Romeo & Juliet.” (Please see details Nov. 17). 2 p.m.

“The King & I.” (Please see details Nov. 19). 2 p.m.

“The Life.” (Please see details Nov. 17). 3 p.m.

“To be Announced.” (Please see details Nov. 17). 2 p.m.

::MONDAYNovember 21::


EVENTS

Screening of “Art: 21 – Art in the Twenty-First Century.” Preview documentary on contemporary artists before it airs on PBS. 7 p.m. FREE. 108 Kresge Art Center, MSU, East Lansing. (517) 353-9834.

Transgender Day Of Remembrance. An indoor vigil and speak out to be held. Followed by a march and rally. 6-8 p.m. FREE. Iowa Room, 3rd Floor, MSU Union Bldg., East Lansing. For more info please call (517) 214-6335.

LITERATURE & POETRY

Writing Group. Adults and mature teens are invited. All genres and skill levels are welcome. 6:30 p.m. FREE. Okemos Library, 4321 Okemos Road, Okemos.
(517) 347-2023.

MUSIC

MSU School of Music Event. MSU Percussion Ensemble. 7:30 p.m. FREE. Music Audtorium, MSU, East Lansing. (517) 355-3345.

MSU School of Music Event. Trombone Studio Recital. 8 p.m. FREE. Hart Recital Hall, MSU, East Lansing.
(517) 355-3345.

::TUESDAYNovember 22::

EVENTS

Peace Education Center Film Night. “The Corporation.” Supreme Court’s ruling that a corp. has rights of a person. 7:15 p.m. Donations. Magdalena’s Tea House, 2006 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) 487-1822.

::WEDNESDAYNovember 23::

EVENTS

Interfaith Community Thanksgiving Service. A number of churches, synagogues and the Islamic Center participating. 7 p.m. FREE. People’s Church, 200 W. Grand River Ave., East Lansing. (517) 332-5073.

Wednesday Morning Senior Coffee. Aging in Place. Nancy Weber to discuss issues pertinent to our older neighbors. 10 a.m. FREE. Allen Neighborhood Center, 1619 E. Kalamazoo St., Lansing. (517) 485-7630.

Wonderland of Lights. Thousands of lights creating exhibits and holiday displays. Strolling carolers, musical performances. 5-8 p.m. $2-$4. Potter Park Zoo, 1301 S. Pennsylvania Ave., Lansing. (517) 702-4730.

THEATER

“Stones in His Pockets.” 7 p.m. $10. BoarsHead Theatre, Center for the Arts, 425 S. Grand Ave., Lansing. (517) 484-7805.

::THURSDAYNovember 24::

EVENTS

Las Vegas Style Thanksgiving Gala Buffet. For our local displaced Hurricanes Katrina and Rita victims. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. FREE. The Cadillac Club, 1115 S. Washington Ave., REO Town Lansing. (517) 853-1912.

Thanksgiving Dinner for the Needy. Room for 160 people. Meals for shut-ins also available. Need volunteers for delivery. 1-3 p.m. FREE. El Azteco, 1016 W. Saginaw, Lansing. RSVP at (517) 485-4589.