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1990
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To publicize January/February Calendar events, send formatted listings by December 15 to AGENDA, 202 E. Washington #512, Ann Arbor, Ml 48104, (996-8018). Listings for more than five events must be sent to AGENDA on Macintosh disc. Send SASE If you want your disc returned.
FORMAT- Date, event, sponsor, time and place. One or two sentence description, fee, phone number. Unless otherwise noted, all events Listed in the CALENDAR are free and open to the public. All locations are in Ann Arbor unless otherwise noted.

1 Saturday
NAMES Project AIDS Memorial Quilt Panels Exhibition: Arts and Prog. 7 am to 2 pm, Mich. Union Art Lounge. Display of 7 panels. 764-6498

Freighthouse Holiday Bazaar: Ypsilanti Farmer's Market 8 am to 3 pm, Depot Town, Ypsilanti. Quality crafts, gifts and decorations for all ages. Sweet cider, baked goods, fresh produce, cheeses and more. 483-1480

Santa Paws: Humane Society of Huron Valley 9:30 am to 5 pm, Fountain Plaza, Washtenaw Ave. (near Builders Square), Ypsilanti. Get your pet's photo taken with Santa. All dogs must be on leash. Cats, guineapigs, and rabbits must be in secure carrier, $7-12. 662-5545

Quilting Bee: Arts and Prog. 10 am to 4 pm, Mich. Union Art Lounge. Help assemble individual names panels into one large panel to be sent to the Names Project for inclusion in the AIDS Memorial Quilt. 764-6498

Kids in the Farm Kitchen: Dept. of Parks & Rec. 10 am to noon (ages 57), 1 to 3 pm (ages 8-12) Cobblestone Farm, 2781 Packard. Children will bake gingerbread in a wood stove and create a surprise craft to take home, $10. Register 994-2928

Planning Meeting for Anti-war Actions: The National Campaign for Peace in the Middle East 10:30 am to 4:30 pm, Riverside Church, 120th Street and Riverside Dr, NYC. Help plan actions under the theme "Home for the Holidays" (212) 727-3069

Cooking Encounters: Ypsilanti Food Co-op 11 am to 5 pm, 312 River St, Ypsilanti. Learn about food items you can make as holiday gifts. 483-1520

Holiday Parade for Creative Toys and TV for Children: The Campaign Against Violent Toys 11 am, William at S. State. Signs, costumes, and instruments welcome. 764-2547

Fear No Art: Performance Network 2 to 6 pm and 30-minutes prior to showtimes, thru 2 Sun, 408 W. Washington. Controversial text, found images, classical and contemporary art you are invited to contribute to. Under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. 764-6498

25th Anniversary Reunion: Interfaith Council for Peace & Justice 5:30 pm, Memorial Christian Church, 730 Tappan. Where are the places to witness now? How shall we support each other and others in the 1990s? Dinner by Pilar Celaya, speech by Rev. Dick Fernandez, dialogue, challenges and singing, $7-$15. 663-1870

Gene Loves Jezebel: Prism Productions 7 pm, Latin Quarter, 3067 E. Grand Blvd., Detroit, $16.50 advance. 665-4755

"The Public": Intersect Theater 8 pm, Performance Network, 408 W. Washington. Lorca's first "impossible theater" work exposing humanity's superficiality, and uncontrolled passions, $9$7 studs. & srs. 663-0681

"Washington's Accelerating War Drive and the Fight to Stop it": Pathfinder Books 8 pm, 231 Michigan Ave., The Mich. Room, Days Inn, Detroit Grog McCartan, editor of the socialist newsweekly, The Militant, will speak. Party to follow. 831-1 178 2

2 Sunday
NAMES Project AIDS Memorial Quilt Panels Exhibition: Arts and Program.
9 am to 1 am (see 1 Sat)

Holiday Open House: Brookville Gardens Herb Farm 10 am to 5 pm, 7885 Brookville Rd , Plymouth. Craft demonstrations at noon and 3 pm. Gift ideas, refreshments. 455-8602 "

"The Perils & Pleasures of Writlng for Theatre": Grads and Young Professionals 11:30 am, Lawyers' Club, Law Quad. Brunch with local playwright and errant theatre critic, Rachel Urist. Bagel brunch, $3. Reserve 769-0500

Children's Storytime: Kaleidoscope Books and Collectibles 2 pm, 217 S. State. Jeff Pickell will read and weave holiday stories for 2 1/2 to 6 year olds. 995-9887

Alternative Gift Fair: Interfaith Council for Peace & Justice 3 to 7 pm, First Baptist Church, 512 E. Huron (enter off Washington). Gifts sold by SERRV Self-Help Handcrafts and other local grassroots groups working for peace and justice. 663-0362

Selecting the Perfect Pet: How to Choose Your New Dog or Cat: Humane Society of Huron Valley 3:30 pm, Arborland Consumer Mall, Washtenaw Ave. Purebred vs. mixed breed, temperament, care, financial considerations and more, $2 under 12 free. 662-5545

Meeting: Huron Valley Greens 6 pm, Guild House, 802 Monroe. Business Details Committee and Working Group reports. 663-0003

"The Public": Intersect Theater 6:30 pm (see 1 Sat)

"Juliet of the Spirits": U-M Film & Video Studies 7 pm, Angell Hall. Aud A. Fellini psychodrama 764-0147

The Pixies: Prism Productions 7 pm, Latin Quarter, 3067 E. Grand Blvd., Detroit, $16.50 advance. 99-MUSIC.

Meeting: Ypsilanti Gay Male/Lesbian AA 7:30 pm, First Congregational Church, 118 N. Adams, downstairs. Lighted parking, non-smoking area available. 484-0456

Meeting: Ypsilanti Gay Male/Lesbian Alanon 7:30 pm, First Congregational Church, 118 N. Adams, upstairs. Lighted parking, non-smoking area available. 484-0456

Meeting: Ann Arbor Libertarían League 9 pm. Student Libertarían group unconnected to the Libertarían Party. For location: Jesse 761-8041

3 Monday
"Middle East Perspectivas" 6:30 pm, 88.3 FM. WCBN. News and commentary on popular struggles for social change throughout the Middle East. 763-3501

Academy of Early Music: U-M Arts & Programming 8 pm, Mich. Union, Pendleton Rm. Seasonal baroque music for recorders, viols, harpsichord and sackbuts. 764-6498

Electric Hot Tuna: Prism Productions 8 & 11 pm, Blind Pig, 208 S. First, $12.50 advance. 99-MUSIC.

Open House for Lesbians & Gay Men: Gay Liberation 8:45 pm, Canterbury House, 218 N. Division. 763-4186

4 Tuesday
"Closets are for Clothes": Lesbian/Gay Radio Collective
6 pm, 88.3 FM, WCBN. Call-in talk show. 763-3501

"Faces of Women1': U-M Film and Video Studies & Center for Afroamerican and African Studies 7 pm, Angell Hall Aud. B. A female chorus spins together two stories - each showing women successfully challenging the old-fashioned patriarchal system that undermines womans' role in society. 764-0147

"Sexuality and AIDS": U-M School of Public Health 7 pm, 3001 Henry Vaughn Bldg. (Public Health I). Panel led by Sylvia Hacker. 764-6498

5 Wednesday
"Where ara We In the AIDS Epidemic?'': U-M School of Public
Health noon, auditorium, Thomas Francis Bldg (Public Health II). With Dr. June Osborne. 764-6498

"Soviet Jews' Immigration to Israel and the Current Crisis in the Middle East": United Jewish Appeal 2 pm, Hillel, 1429 HilI. Freeda Keet is wellknown for her unique style of broadcasting and as a keen observer of Israel's social, cultural, political and economic life. 769-0500

"Womyn's Rites & Rhythms" 6 pm, 88.3 FM, WCBN. Tune in to womyn's issues. 763-3501

Dhoruba Bin Wahad: Black Students Union 7 pm, U-M. For location, Syovata Edari 764-0077

"Hannukah in Our Day": Hillel Orthodox Minyan 7 pm, Hillel, 1429 Hill. Rabbi Reuben Drucker will discuss some of the philosophical underpinnings of a holiday that is too often considerad based on gift giving and receiving and show how it has relevance to Jews and Jews view of the wortd. 769-0500

Nine-Ball Toumament: U-M Arts & Programming 7:30 pm, Billiards and Games Room, 2nd floor, Mich Union, $6. 763-5786

Meeting: Latin American Solidarity Committe (LASC) 8 pm, ask for rm. # at front desk, Mich. Union. 665-8438

Advanced Bulgarian Dance: U-M Folkdance Club 8 pm, Angell Elementary School, 1608 S. University. Learn two classic "hot shot" dances: Cereska and Zborinka. 663-3885

6 Thursday
University Dancers: U-M Arts & Programming
12:15 pm, Mich. Union, Pendleton Rm. Choreographies from fall term presentations. 764-6498

Meeting: Homeless Action Committee (HAC) 5 pm, 219 Angell Hall. Meet to discuss actions to end homelessness. 936-3076

Meeting: Washtenaw County Libertarían Party 6:30 pm, Dominick's, 812 Monroe. Discussion and planning. 475-9792

Reading: Kaleidoscope Books and Collectibles 7 pm, 217 S. State. Annemarie Stoll will read from her writings for the stage, and her poetry and prose. 995-9887

Meeting: Lesbian and Gay Men's Rights Organizing Com. (LaGROC) 7:15 pm, 3100 Mich. Union. 761-2962

Princess Ida: The U-M Gilbert and Sullivan Society 8 pm, Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre, $7.50-$10$5 stud. rear sections, 763-1 085

Rolling in the Green II: Environmental Action-U-M 9:30 pm, The Blind Pig, 208 S. First. Benefit with Frank Allison & the Odd Sox and Juice. 18 and up welcome, $5. 930-0999

7 Friday
Juried Photography Exhibit: Precision Photographics Gallery
thru Jan. 18, all day. 830 Phoenix Dr. Juried by Bill Pelletier. 971-9100

Coffeebreak for Lesbian and Bisexual Wimmin: U-M Lesbian/Gay Male Programs Office & Common ' Language Bookstore 4 pm, 214 S. Fourth Ave. Come socialize and network. 763-4186

Fourth Annual Raise the Roof Benefit: Performance Network 6:30 pm buffet reception, 8 pm variety showcase, 408 W. Washington. Mr. B, Malcolm Tulip, Elise Bryant,Chenille Sisters, Sat. night dance party, $15/$5 dance party only. Reserve 663-0681

Opening Reception: Precision Photographics Gallery 7 to 9 pm, 830 Phoenix Dr. Juried photography exhibit. 971-9100

Steve Somers: Friends Meeting House 8 pm, 1420 Hill. Terrega, VillaLobos, Gershwin, Thelonius Monk program $6/5 stud. & srs. 668-6211

Princess Ida: The U-M Gilbert and Sullivan Society 8 pm (see 6 Thur)

Gay Men's Coffee House: "Brothers" 9 pm, Guild House, 802 Monroe. 763-4186

The Connels: Prism Productions 9:30 pm, Blind Pig, 208 S. First, $7 advance. 99-MUSIC.

Dance Jam: People Dancing 10 pm, People Dancing Studio, 111 Third St. An alternativo to the bar scene for people who love to dance. Highly varied recorded dance music. Feel free to bring own music and acoustic instruments. Smoke- and alcohol- free. Children welcome, $2. 665-7911

8 Saturday
Freighthouse Holiday Bazaar: Ypsilanti Farmer's Market
8 am (see 1 Sat)

Ann Arbor Record Show: Orangapoid Productions 9:30 am to 5 pm, Elks Lodge, 325 W. Eisenhower Pkwy, $2. Dan 665-2926

Country Christmas: Dept. of Parks & Rec. noon to 4 pm, Cobblestone Farm, 2781 Packard. Traditional decorations, caroling, baked holiday treats and more, $1.50/.75 youth & srs. 994-2928

Anti-war Demonstration: Emergency Coalition for Peace in the Middle East 12:30 pm, Daly Plaza, Chicago, IL. Regional action sponsored by 50 organizations. "No Blood for Oil."

Awards Ceremony: Beyond War 1:45 pm, 2011 Modern Languages Building. Live telecast honoring Gro Harlem Brundtland, Vaclev Havel and the people of Czechoslavakia and Earth Day International 1990. Then local honors go to Jenny Zimmer, The Ecology Center of Ann Arbor and The Huron Valley Greens. 995-2951

Princess Ida: The U-M Gilbert and Sullivan Society 2 & 8 pm (see 6 Thur)

Raise the Roof: An Opus in 5 Acts: Performance Network 6:30 pm buffet, 8 pm showcase, 11 pm dance party (see 7 Fri)

Aztec Camera: Prism Productions 9 pm, Latín Quarter, 3067 E. Grand Blvd., Detroit, $10.50 advance. 99-MUSIC.

9 Sunday
Country Christmas: Dept. of Parks & Rec
. noon (see 8 Sat)

Children's Storytime: Kaleidoscope Books and Collectibles 2 pm, 217 S. State. Torn Zieziul will read his book, "Sticky the Christmas Tree Nobody Wanted" accompanied by fiddle and art, to 4-9 year olds. 995-9887

Princess Ida: The U-M Gilbert and Sullivan Society 2 pm (see 6 Thur)

Sherlock Jr.": U-M Film & Video Studies 7 pm, Michigan Theatre, 608 E. Liberty. Buster Keaton's silent comedy about a projectionist who projects himself into a movie of his own making. With live organ. 764-0147

Sixth Anniversary Party: Women's Action for Nuclear Disarmament 7:30 pm, St. Aidan'sNorthside Church, ground floor, 1679 Broadway (across from Baits Dr. entrance to U-M North Campus). All WAND members, former members, future members, friends and supporters are invited to share a potluck dessert. Have fun, catch up with friends and regroup for the coming year. Bring a dish to share and a reusable plate and silverware. Accessible. 761-1718

Meeting: Ypsilanti Gay Male/Lesbian AA 7:30 pm (see 2 Sun)

Meeting: Ypsilanti Gay Male/Lesbian Alanon 7:30 pm (see 2 Sun)

Meeting: Ann Arbor Libertarian League 9 pm (see 2 Sun)

10 Monday
Meeting: Huron Regional Alliance
6:30 pm, room 3409 Mich. Union. The primary topic will be the Comprehensive Plan (see pg. 10). 663-0003

"Middle East Perspectives" 6:30 pm (see 3 Mon)

Open House for Lesbians & Gay Men: Gay Liberation 8:45 pm (see 3 Mon)

The Special Beat: Prism Prod. 9 pm, Nectarine Ballroom, 510 E. Liberty. Ska spectacular with former members of The Specials and The English Beat, $13.50 advance. 665-4755

11 Tuesday
"Closets are for Clothes": Lesbian/Gay Radio Collective
6 pm (see 4 Tue)

"Mumia Abu Jamal From Death Row": Ypsilanti City Councilmember James Brown 7:30 pm, Pine Grove Family Housing, Community Room, EMU, Ypsilanti. Video and discussion. 487-7017

Meeting: Amnesty International Group 61 7:30 pm, Mich. Union, check rm. # at desk. Activities to protect human rights and free prisoners of conscience around the world. 761-1628

12 Wednesday
Buhrrr Blast: Dept. of Parks & Rec.
4:15 pm, Buhr Park outdoor rink, 2751 Packard. Broomball-a version of hockey. Brooms and balls provided. Helmet req., $2/1.50 youth & srs. 971-3228

Anti-War Rally: Coalition for a Peaceful Solution to the Gulf Crisis 5 pm, Federal Building, Detroit. Testimonials by Vietnam War veterans followed by indoor speakout at a nearby church. Jackie 548-3920

"Womyn's Rites and Rhythms" 6 pm (see 5 Wed) International Folkdancing: U-M Folkdance Club 7:30 to 10:30 pm, Anderson Rm., Mich. Union. One hour of instruction followed by requests. Line and circle dances from the Balkans, Europe and the Middle East. 663-3885

Nine-Ball Tournament: U-M Arts & Programming 7:30 pm (see 5 Wed)

Meeting: LASC 8 pm (see 3 Wed)

Third Annual UJA Bash: Hillel 9:30 pm, 1429 Hill. Let off steam before finals with a live band and lots of refreshments. Steve 662-3885

13Thursday
Meeting: Homeless Action Committee (HAC)
5 pm (see 6 Thur)

Meeting: Washtenaw County Libertarian Party 6:30 pm (see 6 Thur)

Meeting: LaGROC 7:15 pm (see 6 Thur)

Reading: Kaleidoscope Books and Collectibles 8 pm, 217 S. State. Patricia Lesko will read from her fiction and non-fiction work. 995-9887

"The Caliban Motel": Prospero Theater Co. 8 pm, Performance Network, 408 W. Washington. Inspired by Shakespeare's "The Tempest," a new play by Malcolm Tulip, formerly of Theatre Grottesco, $10/$8 studs. & srs. 663-0681

14 Friday
"The Caliban Motel": Prospero Theater Co.
8 pm (see 13 Thur)

15 Saturday
January/February Issue Deadline for Calendar & Community Resource Directory: AGENDA
by 5 pm, 202 E. Washington #512, 48104. Please give a contact phone number. 996-8018

Freighthouse Holiday Bazaar: Ypsilanti Farmer's Market 8 am (see 1 Sat)

Skate With Santa: Dept. of Parks & Rec. 2:30 to 4:30 pm, Buhr Park Outdoor Ice Rink, 2751 Packard. Holiday treats and skating with the jolly old elf, $2/1.50 youth & srs. 971-3228

"The Caliban Motel": Prospero Theater Co. 8 pm (see 13 Thur)

16 Sunday
Holiday Open House: Brookville Gardens Herb Farm
10 am to 5 pm (see 2 Sun)

Granite Line Writers Poetry Reading: Freight House Cafe 2 pm, Cross at River, Ypsilanti. Pat Smith and David Gansz will read from new work, $3. 663-0546

Big Circle Meeting: Huron Valley Greens 6:30 pm, Guild House, 802 Monroe. 663-0003

Banquet Dinner with Bishop Thomas Gumbleton: The Palestine Aid Society 6 pm, St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 2250 E. Stadium. Come enjoy an authentic Middle Eastern dinner. Proceeds to a mobile clinic to operate in remote villages in the West Bank, $25/$15 stud. 668-6430

"The Caliban Motel": Prospero Theater Co. 6:30 pm (see 13 Thur)

Meeting: Ypsilanti Gay Male/Lesbian AA 7:30 pm (see 2 Sun)

Meeting: Ypsilanti Gay Male/Lesbian Alanon 7:30 pm (see 2 Sun)

Meeting: Ann Arbor Libertarian League 9 pm (see 2 Sun)

17 Monday
"Middle East Perspectives"
6:30 pm (see 3 Mon)

Open House for Lesbians & Gay Men: Gay Liberation 8:45 pm (see 3 Mon)

18Tuesday
Ice Rink Clinic: Dept. of Parks & Rec.
10:30 am, West Park Ice Rink, 313 Chapin. Demonstration and "how to" material on making your own rink. Gary 994-2769

"Closets are for Clothes": Lesbian/Gay Radio Collective 6 pm (see 4 Tue)

19 Wednesday
Buhrrr Blast: Dept. of Parks & Rec.
4:15 pm.Buhr Park outdoor rink, 2751 Packard. Big Wheels on Ice. Watch your little ones take a spin on their big wheels, $2/1.50 youth & srs. 971-3228

"Womyn's Rites and Rhythms" 6 pm (see 5 Wed)

International Folkdancing: U-M Folkdance Club 7:30 to 10:30 pm, Angell Elementary School, 1608 S. University. Review session followed by requests. Mostly line and circle dances from the Balkans, Europe and the Middle East. 663-3885

Meeting: LASC 8 pm (see 5 Wed)

20 Thursday
Meeting: Homeless Action Committee (HAC)
5 pm (see 6 Thur)

Meeting: Washtenaw Cty Libertarian Party 6:30 pm (see 6 Thur)

Meeting: LAGROC 7:15 pm (see 6 Thur)

Reading: Kaleidoscope Books and Collectibles 7 pm, 217 S. State. Tom Holden will read Dylan Thomas' "A Child's Christmas in Wales," and more. 995-9887

21 Friday
Coffeebreak for Lesbians and Bisexual Wimmin: Common Language Bookstore
4 pm (see 7 Fri)

Gay Men's Coffee House: "Brothers" 9 pm (see 7 Fri)

Dance Jam: People Dancing 10 pm (see 7 Fri)

23 Sunday
Santa on Ice: Dept. of Parks & Rec
. 1 to 3 pm, Veteran's Ice Arena, 2150 Jackson Ftd.. Skating, candy canes, music, and Santa, $3/2.50 youth & srs (skate rental $1.50). 761-7240

Children's Storytime: Kaleidoscope Books and Collectibles 2 pm, 217 S. State. Jeff Pickell will read and weave Christmas stories. 995-9887

Meeting: Ypsilanti Gay Male/Lesbian AA 7:30 pm (see 2 Sun)

Meeting: Ypsilanti Gay Male/Lesbian Alanon 7:30 pm (see 2 Sun)

Meeting: Ann Arbor Libertarian League 9 pm (see 2 Sun)

24 Monday
"Middle East Perspectives"
6:30 pm (see 3 Mon)

26 Wednesday
Buhrrr Blast: Dept. of Parks & Rec
. 4:15 pm, Buhr Park outdoor rink, 2751 Packard. Nerf Ball Hockey- a silly version of hockey with brooms and a nerf ball. Helmet required, $2/1.50 youth & srs. 971-3228

"Womyn's Rites and Rhythms" 6 pm (see 5 Wed)

27 Thursday
Meeting: Homeless Action Committee (HAC)
5 pm (see 6 Thur)

Meeting: Washtenaw County Libertarian Party 6:30 pm (see 6 Thur)

30 Sunday
Children's Storytime: Kaleidoscope Books and Collectibles
2 pm, 217 S. State. The Woods family will tell stories of Kwanza, a mid-winter African American celebration. 995-9887

Meeting: Ypsilanti Gay Male/Lesbian AA 7:30 pm (see 2 Sun)

Meeting: Ypsilanti Gay Male/Lesbian - Alanon 7:30 pm (see 2 Sun)

Meeting: Ann Arbor Libertarian League 9 pm (see 2 Sun)

31 Monday
Marathon Skate: Dept. of Parks & Rec
. 11 am to 1 pm adults, 1 to 5 pm children, Veteran's Ice Arena, 2150 Jackson Rd.. Great escape from the holiday rush, $3/2.50 youth & srs. 971-3228

"Middle East Perspectives" 6:30 pm (see 3 Mon)

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