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16---AGENDA---December 1995

To publicize January Calendar events, send formatted listings by December 15 to AGENDA, 220 S. Main St., A2, MI 48104.

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.

LITERARY EVENTS

Book & Poetry Readings, Publication Parties, Writers Groups, etc. are now listed in the LITERARY EVENTS Calendar (pages 8-9).

VISUAL ARTS

Art Exhibitions, Workshops, Artist Opportunities, etc., are now Listed in the VISUAL ARTS Calendar (page 15).

1 Friday

Introductory Zen Meditation Course Zen Buddhist Temple Call for time. 1214 Packard. Thru 2 Sat, $140/$120 studs. 761-6520

Winter Clothing Give Away: A2 Parks & Rec. 9-11 am, Bryant Comm. Center, 3 W. Eden Ct. Coats, sweaters & other apparel for adults & children. Donations welcome. 994-2722

"The Environmental Connection: Rising Rates of Breast Cancer, Reproductive Disorders & Children's Disease": Ecology Center 4-7 pm, A2 Public Library, 4th floor. Public hearing with testimony by scientists & community activists. 663-2400

"The World Bank the lMF & Their Effect on Nicaragua": Peace lnSight 6:05 pm, Cable Channel 9. Talk & slide show by local activist Phyllis Ponvert. 769-7422

World AIDS Day Candlelight Vigil & March: HIV/AIDS Resource Center 6:30 pm, Anderson Rm., Mich. Union. Speakers, ceremony on the steps of the union & march thru A2. 572-9355

SEMJA Christmas Party: Bird of Paradise 6:30-8:30 pm, 207 S. Ashley. With Ron Brooks Trio, Vincent York, Paul Klinger & others, $10/$8 SEMJA mems. 662-8310

Christmas Caroling Through Downtown A2: A2 Parks & Rec. 7:15 pm, Kempf House, 312 S. Division. Led by the Salvation Army Band. 994-2284

"Male/Female Relationships": Practical Psychic Institute 7:30-9:30 pm, Mission Health Ctr Aud. , $10. Julia, 761-6999

Meeting: Lesbians, Gay Men, & Bisexuals AA & Alanon 7:30 pm, Rainbow Rm (AA); Upstairs Lounge (Alanon). St. Andrew's Episcopal. 306 N. Division 665-6939

"Into the Woods": UAC/Musket 8 pm. Power Center. Fairy tale adventure. 747-4108

"Playing Bare": Performance Network 8 pm, 408 W. Washington. Drama pays homage to Samuel Beckett's "Waiting for Godot, " $12/$9 studs & srs (Thursdays are pay-what-you-can). 663-0696

"The Gifts of The Magi": Stage Presence Ltd. 8 pm.Riverside Arts Center. 76 N. Huron, Ypsilanti. Full-length musical to benefit Hope Clinic, $12.50 adults $9.50 studs $7.50 children. 995-1797

"Jeffrey": A2 Civic Theatre 8 pm, 2275 Platt Rd. Comedy about a young, gay man in NYC who, in light of the AIDS crisis, decides to give up sex, $9/$8 srs & studs. 971-AACT

"Amahl & The Night Visitors": EMU Office of Campus Life 8 pm. EMU Pease Aud.. Ypsi. Holiday showdance performance tells the story of a handicapped boy's life-changing encounter with three visitors, $9-$1 5half-price for EMU studs $2 srs & children under 12. 487-1221

"Annie Warbucks": Croswell Opera House 8 pm, 129 E. Maumee St., Adrian. Musical that picks up where "Annie" left off, $15/$13 studs & srs $8 children under 12. 517-264-SHOW

Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team 8-9:30 pm. Kimball High School. Royal Oak. Kelly, 663-0036

John Hammond: The Ark 8 pm, 637-1/2 S. Main. Guitarist, $13.75. 761-1800

Bert Challis:Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 & 10:30 pm, 314 E. Liberty. Jay Leno writer/comic, $10. 996-9080

Ron Brooks Trio: Bird of Paradise 9:30 pm, 207 S.Ashley, $5. 662-8310

Friday Dance Jam: People Dancing 10:30 pm, People Dancing Studio, 111 Third St. Eclectic, recorded dance music (bring your own tapes). Smoke-and alcohol-free,children welcome, wheelchair accessible, $2. 663-6845 (10 am-8 pm)

2 Saturday

"The Environmental Connection: Rising Rates of Breast Cancer, Reproductive Disorders & Children's Disease": Ecology Center 8 am-6 pm, Morris Lawrence Bldg., Washtenaw Comm. College. Talks and workshops on topics such as: children & the urban environment; pesticides; politics of breast cancer; and coalition-building, $25/$15 low income & studs. 663-2400

"State of Poverty' Welfare Simulation": Interfaith Council for Peace & Justice 10 am-noon, Unitarian Church, 1917 Washtenaw. Experiential learning program. Pre-register, 663-1870

"Mich. Pioneers & the Erie Canal": Gray Panthers 10 am-noon, A2 Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin. Talk by historian David Park Williams. 769-7530

Potluck: Gays & Lesbians Older & Wiser 11 am-1 pm, Turner Clinic, 1010 Wall. 936-5962

"Annie Warbucks": Croswell Opera House 3 & 8 pm (see 1 Fri)

Handels "Messiah ": Univ. Musical Society 8 pm, Hill Aud. Features A2 Symphony Orchestra, $8-$16. 764-2538

Joel Mabus: The Ark 8 pm, 637-12 S. Main. Songs about midwestern life, $10/ $9 mems, studs & srs. 761-1800

The Bridge Ensemble: Kerrytown Concert House 8 pm, 415 N. Fourth Ave. Seattle's hottest young classical group, $8-$12/$5 studs. 769-2999

"Playing Bare": Performance Network 8 pm (see 1 Fri)

"The Gifts of The Magi ': Stage Presence Ltd. 8pm (see1 Fri)

"Jeffrey": A2 Civic Theatre 8 pm (see 1 Fri)

Fall Benefit Bash: WCBN-FM 8:30 pm, Rick's American Cafe, 611 Church. With Windy + Cari, The Lapdogs, & Slot $5 332-4844

Bert Challis: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 & 10:30 pm (see 1 Fri)

Ron Brooks Trio: Bint of Paradise 9:30 pm (see 1 Fri)

Evening of Music: Green Room 10 pm, 206 W. Mich. Ave., Ypsi. With Seranati, Be Bim Bop & Ken Cormier. 482-8830

3 Sunday

Frontrunners, Walkers: LGBPO 9 am. call for location. A2's queer running walking group. Don, 434-4494

Country Christmas: A2 Parks & Rec. noon-5 pm, Cobblestone Farm, 2781 Packard Rd. Caroling, music, authentic food, & crafts, $2/$8 family. 994-2928

"Upstairs at Borders": Borders 1 pm, 612 E. Liberty. The Banquet of Musick- renaissance music for the holiday season. 668-6652

Task Force for Gay & Lesbian Concerns: Great Lakes Chapter of Lutherans Concerned 2 pm, Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 34567 Seven Mile Rd., Livonla. John, 668-7622

Handels Messiah": Univ. Musical Society 2 pm (see 2 Sat)

"The World Bank, the IMF & Their Effect on Nicaragua": Peace InSight 2:05 pm (see 1 Fri)

Alternative Holiday Fair: Interfaith Council for Peace & Justice 3-7 pm, 1st Baptist Church, 512 E. Huron (enter on Washington). Handmade goods from SERRV, Oxfam, Self-Help Crafts & more. 663-1870

"Annie Warbucks": Croswell Opera House 3 & 8 pm (see 1 Fri)

Lesson & Practice: Drumwomyn-An Orchestra of Drums 5 pm, call for location. Sandra, 994-0047

Sunday Jazz: Del Rio 6-9 pm, 1 22 W. Washington. 761-2530

Services for Lesbians, Gay Men & Bisexuals: Tree of Life Metropolitan Comm. Church 6 pm, 1st Congreg. Church, 218 N. Adams, Ypsi. With concert by Marsha Stevens. 677-1418

Folk Music Hootenanny: Griff's Jams 7 pm, 106 S. Main St.. 3rd floor. Fun, folk singers, string musicians. Sid 930-2680

Il-V-I Orchestra: The Heidelberg 7-9:30 pm, 215 N. Main. Dance to big band music, $3. 663-7758

"Playing Bare": Performance Network 7 pm (see 1 Fri)

Meeting: Ypsilanti Lesbian, Gay Men, & Bisexuals' AA 7:30 pm, downstairs (back entrance), 1st Congreg. Church, 218 N. Adams, Ypsi. 721-2081

Carrie Newcomer: The Ark8 pm, 637-1/2 S. Main. Songs that reflect a midwestern softspoken charm, $10/$9 mems, studs &srs. 761-1800

Israeli Dancing: Hillel 8-10 pm, 1429 Hill. Instruction and dancing. All levéis welcome, $2.50. 769-0500

A2 Bluestage: Blind Pig 9 pm, 208 S. First St. Guest musicians join house band, The Terraplanes. $2. 971-2469

Paul Finkbeiner's Jazz Jam Session: Bird of Paradise 9 pm, 207 S. Ashley. Musicians invited. 662-8310

4 Monday

Family, Friends & Caregivers Support Group: HIV/AIDS Resource Center Cali for time & location. 572-9355

Israel Information Day: Hillel Cali for appointment, 1429 Hill. Learn about variety of programs in Israel. 769-0500

Coffee & Chat: State Sen. Alma Wheeler Smith 7-9 am, Charlie's Country Squire, 2600 Washtenaw, Ypsi. Discussion about state issues. 800-344-ALMA

Women's Support Group: LGBPO 5pm, 3116 Mich. Union. Open to all women. 763-4186 Multiple Sclerosis Support Group: A2 Center for Indep. Living 7-9 pm, 2568 Packard. 971-0277, 971-0310 (TDD)

Social for Lesbians, Bisexuals & Gay Men: Canterbury Group 9 pm, Lord of Light Lutheran Church, 801 S. Forest. 763-4186

Bird of Paradise Orchestra: Bird of Paradise 9 pm, 207 S. Ashley. 14-piece band $3. 662-8310

5 Tuesday

Living with HIV Support Group: HIV AIDS Resource Center Call for time & location. 572-9355

"The Diversity Show": Talk To Us Call for time & location. Performance by interactive campus theater troupe. 769-0500

"Awaken Your Light Body!" 10-11:30 am & 7-8:30 pm, call for location. Accelerated meditative process led by spiritual channel Sandra Shears. 994-0047

Tenant Talk: A2 Tenants Union 6 pm, WCBN 88.3 FM. 763-3500

Teen LesBiGay Support Group 6:30 pm, cali for location. Mark, 662-2222

Frontrunners, Walkers:LGBPO 6:30pm, Gallup Park. A2's queer running/walking group, for people of all ages & abilities. Don, 434-4494

"Really Rosie": Univ. Musical Society 7 pm, Mich. Theater. The Night Kitchen Theater Co. presents this family musical - story by Maurice Sendak with music by Carole King, $15 adults/$5 children. 764-2538

Liturgists' Round Table: Shining Lakes Grove Druids 7-9 pm, 507 Pearl St, Ypsi. Plans for the Yule ritual. 485-8632

General Meeting: Rainbow Oasis Center 7 pm, Common Language, 215 S. Fourth Ave. Plan the chem-free New Year's dance. 663-0036

"Women To China":Peace lnSight 7:05 pm, Cable Channel 9. With five local activists who attended the IMGO Conference on Women in Sept. 769-7422

Labor Film & Video Series: Industrial Workers of the World 7:30 pm, 103 W. Mich. Ave., Ypsi. 483-3548

Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team 7:30 pm, Botsford Pool, Livonia. 663-0036

Video Planning Meeting: Peace InSight 8 pm, Espresso Royale Caffe, 214 S. Main. Help to create, videotape and edit shows on peace & justice topics, to be cablecast on A2 Community Televisión Network. Beginners welcome. 761-7749

Cris Williamson & Tret Fure: The Ark 8 pm, 637-12 S. Main, $13.75. 761-1800

Eye of the Spiral: The Seeker 8-10 pm, ICC Ed. Center, 1522 Hill St. (behind the co-op). Student group of Wiccan/Pagan people for ritual, study & fun. 332-9510

Cary Kocher/Paul Keller Quartet: Bird of Paradise 9 pm, 207 S. Ashley, $3. 662-8310

Open Mic Night: Blind Pig 9:30 pm (doors), 208 S. First. Musicians & performers must sign-up in advance, beginning at 3 pm Mon. 996-8555

Meeting: Dyke Shindig 10 pm, call for location. 763-4186

6 Wednesday

Living with HIV Support Group: HARC (see 5 Tue)

"This is for the Birds": A2 Parks & Rec. 1-2:30 pm, Leslie Science Ctr., 1831 Traver. Children ages 4-5 will observe winter birds and what they eat. Runs 3 Weds, $20. Pre-register, 662-7802

"Buhrrr Blast": A2 Parks & Rec. 3:30-5:15 pm, Buhr Park Outdoor Ice Arena. Special activities for children, $2.50 adults/$2 youths & srs. 971-3228

Gay Radio Hour: WCBN 88.3 FM 6-7 pm. Radio Q followed by Closets R 4 Clothes. News and more for the Les/Bi/Gay communities. 763-3500

Services for Lesbians, Gay Men & Bisexuals 6 pm (see 3 Sun)

Meeting: Coalition Against the Contract "On" America 7 pm, Mich. Union. Campus community activist group. 913-0006

"Really Rosie": Univ. Musical Society 7 pm (see 5 Tue)

Bowling: Rainbow League 7:30 pm, Ypsi-Arbor Lanes, 2985 Washtenaw, Ypsi. Gay, lesbian, bisexual bowling league! All abilities are welcome. 763-4186.

"Eating the Planet: Food Choice & Our Future": VINE 7:30 pm, Guild House, 802 Monroe. With Alka Chandna, Prof. of the Memorial Univ. of Newfoundland, $1 (free to mems). 426-8525

Shamanic Journeys: The Seeker 7:30 pm, ICC Ed. Center, 1522 Hill St. (behind the co-op house). Shamanic healing and trance work. 665-3522

Jewish Feminist Group Rap Session: Hillel 7:30 pm, 1429 Hill. 769-0500

Meeting: East Quad Coming Out Group 7:30-8:30 pm, call for location. For students who live in any U-M residence hall. 763-4186.

Meeting: Latin American Solidarity Comm . 8 pm, Mich. Union. 663-0173

Cris Williamson & Tret Fure: The Ark8 pm (see 5 Tue)

Ron Brooks Trio w Riek Roe: Bird of Paradise 9 pm, 207 S. Ashley, $3. 662-8310

Meeting: East Quad Social Group 9-1 1 pm, For LGB students, call for location.763-4186

7 Thursday

Positive Women's Support Group: HIV AIDS Resource Center Cali for time & location. 572-9355

"Close-Ups: Love, Sex & Relationships": Residence Hall Repertory Theatre Cali for time & place. Music, poetry, dance, improvisation & theatre. 769-0500

Meeting: BGALLA (Bisexual, Gay & Lesbian Library Association) 5:15 pm, LGBPO Lounge, 3116 Mich. Union. Plan activities. 763-4186.

Meeting: Homeless Action Committee 5:30 pm, 802 Monroe. 930-0601

Frontrunners, Walkers: LGBPO 6:30 pm (see 5 Tue)

Informational Meeting on Travel Seminar to Nicaragua: Interfaith Council for Peace & Justice 7 pm, call for location. Dessert potluck for those interested in the Jan. 20-28 trip. 663-1870

Men's Support Group: LGBPO 7 pm, 3116 Mich. Union. Open to all men. 763-4186

Pre-Ritual Panic Meeting: Shining Lakes Grove Druidic Group 7 pm, Common Language, 215 S. Fourth Ave. Learn the chants for the Yule ritual. 665-8428

"Fire Your Boss": Industrial Workers of the World 7:30 pm, 103 W. Mich. Ave., Ypsi. Informal roundtable discussion. 483-3548

Flaming Pre-Chanukah Party: Jewish Lesbian, Bisexual, Gay Collective 8 pm, Hillel, 1429 Hill. Entire community welcome to attend. 769-0500

"Antigone": Young Actors Guild 8 pm, Performance Network, 408 W. Washington. Time-honored tragedy, $7/adults/$5 children. 663-0696

Judy Collins: U-M Office of Major Events 8 pm, Hill Aud. Cyrstal soprano, $22.50 & $27.50/$15studs.763-TKTS

Liz Story with Joel DiBartolo: The Ark 8 pm, 637-1/2 S. Main. Pianist & bassist in a special holiday show, $13.75. 761-1800

"The Gifts of The Magi": Stage Presence Ltd. 8 pm (see 1 Fri) Barry Neal: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 pm, 314 E. Liberty. Preaches the ironies of love & marriage, $10. 996-9080

Il-V-I Orchestra: Soup Kitchen Saloon 9 pm, 1585 Franklin, Detroit. Big band jazz, $2.   313-259-1374

Ron Brooks Trio w/Eddie Russ: Bird of Paradise 9 pm, 207 S. Ashley, $3. 662-8310

Live Call-ln: Peace lnSight 9:05 pm, Cable Channel 9. Topic TBA. 769-7422

Meeting: Queer Unity Project 10 pm , Mich. Union. Queer Unity Project (QUP) is a campus group working to overeóme discrimination against lesbian, gay, and sexual people through fun, educational, and visible activities. All people, students and non-students, of all sexual orientations are welcome. 763-4186

8 Friday

Winter Clothing Give Away: A2 Parks & Rec. 9-11 am (see 1 Fri)

"Women To China": Peace InSight 6:05 pm (see 5 Tue)

Bardic Night: Shining Lakes Grove Druids 7-11 pm, ICC Ed. Center, 1522 Hill St. (behind the co-op house). Free-form drumming, singing & dancing. 665-8428

Business & Planning Meet: Older Lesbians Organizing (OLO )7:30-9:30 pm, Common Language, 215 S. Fourth Ave. Newcomers welcome. Nancy, 769-4750

"The World Turned Upside Down": Esoteric Lecture Series 7:30pm,Guild House, 802 Monroe. 761-1137

Meeting: Lesbians, Gay Men, & Bisexuals' AA & Alanon 7:30 pm (see 1 Fri)

Jorna Kaukonen: The Ark & Prism Productlons 8 pm, 637-1/2 S. Main. Former guitarist for Jefferson Aírplane, $14.75. 761-1800

The Nylons: Prism Productions 8 pm, Mich. World-renowned a cappella quartet (fee). 99-MUSIC

"Alice in Wonder": EMU Theatre for the Young 8 pm, EMU Quirk Theatre, Ypsi. Play combining "Alice in Wonderland" and "Through the Looking Glass," $10/$5 children ages 5-12. 487-1221

"Antigone": Young Actors Guild 8 pm (see 7 Thu)

Swimmers:A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team 8-9:30 pm (see 1 Fri)

"The Gifts of The Magi": Stage Presence Ltd. 8 pm (see 1 Fri)

Steve Somers Band: City Limits 8:30 pm, Clarion Hotel, 2900 Jackson Rd. Seven piece funk and R&B band (fee). 665-4444

Barry Neal: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 & 10:30 pm (see 7 Thu)

Harvey Thompson & Friends: Bird of Paradise 9:30 pm, 207 S. Ashley. Detroit vocalist & hot combo, $5. 662-8310

9 Saturday

Today's Brass Quintet: Kerrytown Concert House 11 am, 415 N. Fourth Ave. Holiday concert with classical standards and jazz, $9-$12./$5 under 12. 769-2999

Gil Shaham, Guest Appearance: Borders 1 pm, 612 E. Liberty. Israeli violinist Gil Shaham will be at Borders for an in-store appearance and autographing. 668-6652

German Family Christmas: A2 Parks & Rec. 1-4pm (see 2 Sat)

"Antigone": Young Actors Guild 2 pm (see 7 Thu)

"Alice in Wonder": EMU Theatre for the Young 2:30 pm, $8/$5 children ages 5-12 (see 8 Fri)

Basic Witchcraft: Magical Educational Council of A2 6 pm, ICC Ed. Center, 1522 Hill St. 665-3522

Mr. B, Guest Appearance: Borders 7:30 pm, 612 E. Liberty. In-store performance by A2's favorite blues pianist. 668-6652

"Raise the Roof": Performance Network 8 pm, Mich. Theater. Annual variety case of A2 talent - fundraiser for the Network (features Bolcom & Morris, Sensible Footwear & others), $20 gen $30 preferred. 663-0696

Gil Shaham, violin & Orli Shaham, piano: Univ. Musical Society 8 pm, Hill Aud, $14/$36. 764-2538

Victorian Holiday Ball: Grand Traditions Vintage Dance Academy 8-11 pm. Pittsfield Grange Hall, A2-Saline Rd. Waltzes. polkas, set dances & more- vintage attire optional, $5. 429-0014

Matt Watroba: The Ark 8 pm, 637-12 S. Main. Finely-tuned guitarist with a sweet tenor voice, $10/$9 mems, studs & srs. 761-1800

"Alice in Wonder": EMU Theatre for the Young 8 pm (see 8 Fri)

"The Gifts of The Magi": Stage Presence Ltd. 8pm (see1 Fri)

Barry Neal: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 & 10:30 pm (see 7 Thu)

Steve Somers Band: City Limits 8:30 pm (see 8 Fri)

Harvey Thompson & Friends:Bird of Paradise 9:30 pm (see 8 Fri)

10 Sunday

Frontrunners, Walkers: LGBPO9 am (see 3 Sun)

"Make Your Own Backyard Ice Rink" Clinic: A2 Parks & Rec. 10:30 am 415 W. Washington. Staff will discuss techniques & distribute literature. 994-2768

Second Sunday Stroll - "Wonderful Winter Decorations": A2 Parks & Rec. 1 -2:30 pm, Leslie Science Ctr., 1831 Traver. Create and decorate a grapevine wreath. Preregister, $3/$10 family. 662-7802

"Upstairs at Borders" : Borders 1 pm , 612 E. Liberty. Mark Hynes Trio- local jazz combo. 668-6652

Wizards!: Kerrytown Concert House 2 pm, 415 N. Fourth Ave. Double reed consort,$8-$12/$5 studs. 769-2999

"Women To China": Peace InSight 2:05 pm (see 5 Tue)

"Alice in Wonder": EMU Theatre for the Young 2:30 pm, $8/$5 children ages 5-12 (see 8 Fri)

Benefit Concert for Steve Nardella: Schoolkids' Records 6 pm-midnight. Rick's American Cafe, 611 Church. Benefit to pay local musician's surgery expenses, with Steve Nardella Band, George Bedard & the Kingpins, Madcat & Kane, Lazy Lester & more, $10. 761-9430

Services for Lesbians, Gay Men & Bisexuals 6 pm (see 3 Sun)

Sunday Jazz: Dei Rio 6-9 pm (see 3 Sun)

Meeting: Amnesty International Community Group 7-8 pm, Guild House, 802 Monroe. 662-5189

"Antigone": Young Actors Guild 7 pm (see 7 Thu)

Il-V-I Orchestra: The Heidelberg 7-9:30 pm (see 3 Sun)

Natalie Merchant: U-M Office of Major Events 7:30 pm, Hill Aud. Melancholy folk singer, formerly of 10,000 Maniacs, $25. 763-TKTS

Alison Krauss: U-M Office of Major Events 7:30 pm, Mich. Theater. Virtuoso bluegrass fiddler, $18.50-$27 50. 763-TKTS

Meeting: Ypsilanti Lesbian, Gay Men, & Bisexuals' AA 7:30 pm (see 3 Sun)

Cooper & Nelson: The Ark 8 pm, 637-1/2 S. Main. Traditional Celtic, English & American music, $10/$9 mems, studs & srs. 761-1800

Israeli Dancing: Hillel 8-1 0 pm (see 3 Sun)

A2 Bluestage: Blind Pig 9 pm (see 3 Sun)

Paul Finkbeiner's Jazz Jam Session 9 pm (see 3 Sun)

11 Monday

Family, Friends & Caregivers Support Group: HARC (see 4 Mon)

"Holiday Gingerbread House": A2 Parks & Ree. Call for time Bryant Comm. Center, 3 W. Eden Ct. An evening of decorating fanciful houses with frosting and candies, $18 (scholarships available). 994-2722

Coffee S Chat: State Sen. Alma Wheeler Smith 7-9 am, Sweetwaters Cafe, 111 Washington. Informal discussion about state issues. 800-344-ALMA

Women's Support Group: LGBPO 5 pm (see 4 Mon)

Live Call-ln: Peace InSight 5:05 pm (see 7 Thu)

Multiple Sclerosis Support Group 7 pm (see 4 Mon)

Flute & Piano Recital: Kerrytown Concert House 8pm,415 N.Fourth Ave. Philip Dikeman, flute, and Anton Nell, piano, $10 reserved /$7 gen./ $5 studs. 769-2999

Social tor Lesbians, Bisexuals & Gay Men: Canterbury Group 9 pm (see 4 Mon)

Bird of Paradise Orchestra 9 pm (see 4 Mon)

12 Tuesday

Living with HIV Support Group: HARC (see 5 Tue)

"Awaken Your Light Body!  " 10-11:30 am & 7-8:30 pm (see 5 Tue)

Tenant Talk: A2 Tenants Union 6 pm (see 5 Tue)

"Basic Bookkeeping 'What Would Work Best For Your Company? '" : A2 Community Development Corporation 6:30-8:30 pm, 2008 Hogback Rd., Ste. 2A. Workshop for those with, or thinking about starting, a small business, $30. 677-1400

Teen LesBiGay Support Group 6:30 pm (see 5 Tue)

Frontrunners, Walkers: LGBPO 6:30 pm (see 5 Tue)

Meeting: Labor Party Advocates7 pm, Wooden Spoon Books, 200 N. 4th Ave. (313) 480-7923

Warriors' Guild Meeting: Shining Lakes Grove Druids 7 pm, 507 Pearl St., Ypsi. 485-8632

Prayer Services of Hope in the Face of AIDS: Tree of Life Metropolitan Comm. Church 7 pm, 218 N. Adams, Ypsi. 485-3922

"Foreign Aid- Embezzlement or Investment?": Peace InSight 7:05 pm, Cable Channel 9. Panel discussion on the role of U.S. foreign aid. 769-7422

Update on Israeli-Palestine Negotiations: Interfaith Council for Peace & Justice 7.30 pm, Wesley Lounge, First United Methodist Church, 120 S. State. Talk by Prof. Salim Tamari, member of the Israeli/Palestinian Working Group on Refugees. 663-1870

Meeting: Amnesty International Group 61 7:30 pm, Mich. Union. 668-0660

Labor Film & Video Series: Industrial Workers of the World 7:30 pm (see 5 Tue)

Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team 7:30 pm (see 5 Tue)

Tarika: The Ark 8 pm, 637-1/2 S. Main. Malagassy roots quartet, $12.50. 761-1800

Eye of the Spiral: The Seeker 8-10 pm (see 5 Tue)

Cary Kocher/Paul Keiler Quartet 9 pm (see 5 Tue)

Open Mic Night: Blind Pig 9:30 pm (see 5 Tue)

Meeting: Dyke Shindig 1 0 pm (see 5 Tue)

13 Wenesday

Living with HIV Support Group: HARC (see 5 Tue)

"Buhrrr Blast": A2 Parks & Rec. 3:30-5:15pm (see 6 Wed)

Services for Lesbians, Gay Men & Bisexuals 6 pm (see 3 Sun)

Gay Radio Hour: WCBN 88.3 FM 6-7 pm (see 6 Wed)

Meeting: Coalition Against the Contract"On" America 7 pm (see 6 Wed)

Meeting: East Quad Coming Out Group 7:30-8:30 pm (see 6 Wed)

Shamanic Journeys:The Seeker 7:30pm (see 6 Wed)

Meeting: Latin American Solidarity Comm. 8 pm (see 6 Wed)

Ron Brooks Trio w/ Rick Roe 9pm (see 6 Wed)

Meeting: East Quad Social Group 9-11 pm (see 6 Wed)

14 Thursday

Positive Women's Support Group: HARC (see 7 Thu)

"Waste Reduction & Energy Efficiency Workshop ": Mich. Dept. of Environmental Quality 7am-4:15 pm, Burton Manor, 27777 Schoolcraft Rd., Livonia. Sessions on clean air clean water, innovative technologies & more, $50. 800-662-9278

December Fest: A2 Parks & Rec. 4-5:30 pm, Bryant Comm. Center, 3 W. Eden Ct. Elementary-aged children invited for games, holiday music & goodies. RSVP, 994-2722

Meeting: BGALLA (Bisexual, Gay & Lesbian Library Association) 5:15 pm (see 7 Thu)

Support Group for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual Adoptees or Birth Parents: Catholic Social Services 5:30 pm, Common Language, 215 S. Fourth Ave., $10. Marianne Bach, 662-4534

Meeting: Homeless Action Committee 5:30 pm (see 7 Thu)

Frontrunners, Walkers: LGBPO 6:30 pm (see 5 Tue)

Business Meeting: Shining Lakes Grove Druids 7-9 pm, call for location. 665-8428

Men's Support Group: LGBPO 7 pm (see 7 Thu)

"Fire Your Boss": Industrial Workers of the World 7:30 pm (see 7 Thu)

"The Government Inspector": Young Actors Guild 8 pm, Performance Network, 408 W. Washington. 19th-century comedy of mistaken identity and small town corruption, $7 adults/$5 children. 663-0696

Artists' "Jam" Group: The Gathering 8-10:30 pm, Griff's Jams, 106 E. Liberty. Fun, personal, & professional growth for artists, musicians and creative sorts. 665-7620

Margaret Smith: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 pm. 314 E. Liberty. Dead-pan, pokerface delivery & wry, grouchy demeanor, $12. 996-9080

Ron Brooks Trio Featuring Eddie Russ 9 pm (see 7 Thu)

Il-V-I Orchestra: Soup Kitchen Saloon 9 pm (see 7 Thu)

Meeting: Queer Unity Project 1 0 pm (see 7 Thu)

15 Friday

Winter Clothing Give Away : A2 Parks & Ree. 9-11 am (see 1 Fri)

Bowling for People who are Blind Visually Impaired: A2 Center for Independent Living 3:30-6 pm, Colonial Lañes, 1950 S. Industrial. A social dinner follows, $1.35game, .75 shoe rental. 971-0277, 971-0310 (TDD)

"Foreign Aid - Embezzlement or Investment?": Peace InSight 6:05 pm (see 12 Tue)

"Moonlight Serenade":A2 Parks & Rec.6:30 9 pm, Huron Hills Cross Country Ski Center, 3465 Huron River Dr. Ski under the stars on lighted paths $2.50 (ski rental $6 adults $3.75 youths & srs). 971-6840

Women's Ritual 7:30 pm, 1402 Hill, $5. 665-5550

Meetings: Lesbians, Gay Men, & Bisexuals' AA & Alanon 7:30 pm (see 1 Fri)

RFD Boys: The Ark 8pm, 637-1/2 S.Main. The area's premier bluegrass band, $8.75/$7.75 mems, studs & srs. 761 -1800

"The Government Inspector": Young Actors Guild 8 pm (see 14 Thu)

Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics 8-9:30 pm (see 1 Fri)

Margaret Smith: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 & 1 0:30 pm (see 14 Thu)

Cary Kocher/Paul Keller Quartet:Bird of Paradise 9:30 pm, 207 S. Ashley, $5. 662-8310

16 Saturday

Open House: Washtenaw Rainbow Action Project 11 am-1 pm, Common Language, 215 S. Fourth Ave. Meet the board of directors and learn about this organization. 995-9867

Womyn's Weekend Intensive: Changing Womon 11 am-6 pm, call for location. With Shekhinah Mountainwater, thru 17 Sun, $125/$175 (sliding scale). 761-9148

Yule Ritual: Shining Lakes Grove Druids 2-5 pm, call for location. Celebrate the winter solstice with singing, poetry & more. 665-8428

"Skate with Santa": A2 Parts & Ree. 2:304:30 pm, Buhr Park Outdoor Ice Arena. Santa will be loaded down with holiday treats, $4 adults/$3.25 youths & srs. 971-3228

Sing Along with Santa & Sam Wong: A2 Symphony Orchestra 4-6 pm, Zion Lutheran Church. 1501 W. Liberty. Holiday songs & refreshments, $10 adults $5 children 12 & under $25 family of six or less.994-4801

Musical Benefit with Marae Price & Friends: Shining Lakes Grove Druids 7:30 pm, Friends Meeting House, 1420 Hill. Ancient Celtic & modern songs for the Yule season, $7 adv 7$8 door. 665-8428

Josh White Holiday Program: The Ark 8 pm, 637-1/2 S. Main, $11/$10 mems, studs & srs. 761-1800

"The Government Inspector": Young Actors Guild 8pm (see 14 Thu)

Margaret Smith: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 & 1 0:30 pm (see 1 4 Thu)

Cary Kocher/Paul Keller Quartet: Bird of Paradise 9:30pm (see 15 Fri)

17 Sunday

Frontrunners, Walkers: LGBP0 9 am (see 3 Sun)

"Upstairs at Borders": Borders 1 pm, 612 E. Liberty. The Ethnic Connection - Klezmer music to celebrate Hanukah. 668-6652

"Santa on Ice": A2 Parks & Rec. 1-3 pm, Veterans Ice Arena, 2150 Jackson Rd. Holiday music & treats, $4 adults/$3.25 youths & srs. 761-7240

Bluegrass & Old-Time Country Music Jam Session 1:30-5 pm, Ypsilanti Freighthouse caboose, Depot Town, N. River & Cross Streets. Acoustic music only, $2. Sidney. 930-2680

Meeting: Parents-FLAG/Ann Arbor 2 pm, Unitarian Church, 1917 Washtenaw. 741-0659

"Foreign Aid - Embezzlement or Investment?": Peace InSight 2:05 pm (see 12 Tue)

Birthday Jam: Drumwomyn-An Orchestra ot Drums 5 pm, cali for location. Sandra, 994-0047

Holiday Festival of Song: A2 Symphony Orchestra 6-8 pm.Mich. Theater. Also features A2 Cantata Singers & a soloist from the Boychoir, $15-$25discounts for studs & srs.994-4801

Sunday Jazz: Del Rio 6-9 pm (see 3 Sun)

Services for Lesbians, Gay Men & Bisexuals 6 pm (see 3 Sun)

"The Government Inspector": Young Actors Guild 7pm (see 14 Thu)

Il-V-I Orchestra: The Heidelberg 7-9.30 pm (see 3 Sun)

Meeting: Ypsilanti Lesbian, Gay Men, & Bisexuals' AA 7:30 pm (see 3 Sun)

A2 Bluestage: Blind Pig 9 pm (see 3 Sun)

Paul Finkbeiner's Jazz Jam Session 9 pm (see 3 Sun)

18 Monday

Family, Friends & Caregivers Support Group: HARC (see 4 Mon)

Coffee & Chat: State Sen. Alma Wheeler Smith 7-9 am, Gina's Cafe, 1120 S. Main St, Chelsea. Informal discussion about state issues. 800344-ALMA

Lesbian Book Group: Common Language 7-9 pm, 215 S. Fourth Ave. Kim, 662-7980

Multiple Sclerosis Support Group 7 pm (see 4 Mon)

Social for Lesbians, Bisexuals & Gay Men: Canterbury Group 9 pm (see 4 Mon)

Bird of Paradise Orchestra 9 pm (see 4 Mon)

19 Tuesday

Living with HIV Support Group: HARC (see 5 Tue)

"Awaken Your Light Body! "10-11:30 am & 78:30 pm (see 5 Tue)

Tenant Talk: A2 Tenants Union 6 pm (see 5 Tue)

General Meeting & Potluck: Sierra Club 6:30 pm, U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens. Bring your own utensils, beverage & a dish to pass. Meeting features annual members' slide show. 665-7345

Teen Les/Bi/Gay Support Group 6:30 pm (see 5 Tue)

Frontrunners, Walkers: LGBPO 6:3O pm (see 5 Tue)

"Cuba 'Si' Bloqueo 'No'": Peace InSight 7:05 pm, Cable Channel 9. Footage from a recent demonstration in Chicago against the U.S. blockade of Cuba. 769-7422

Labor Film & Video Series: Industrial Workers of the World 7:30 pm (see 5 Tue)

Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team 7:30 pm (see 5 Tue)

Eye of the Spiral: The Seeker 8-10 pm (see 5 Tue)

Cary KocherPaul Keiler Quartet 9 pm (see 5 Tue)

Open Mic Night: Blind Pig 9:30 pm (see 5 Tue)

20 Wednesday

Living with HIV Support Group: HARC (see 5 Tue)

"Buhrrr Blast": A2 Parks & Rec.3:30-5:15 pm (see 6 Wed)

Services for Lesbians, Gay Men & Bisexuals 6 pm (see 3 Sun)

Gay Radio Hour: WCBN 88.3 FM 6-7 pm (see 6 Wed)

Meeting: Coalition Against the Contract "On" America 7 pm (see 6 Wed)

Shamanic Journeys: The Seeker 7:30 pm (see 6 Wed)

Meeting: Latin American Solidarity Comm.8 pm (see 6 Wed)

Ron Brooks Trio w/ Rick Roe 9 pm (see 6 Wed)

21 Thursday

Positive Women's Support Group: HARC (see 7 Thu) 

Meeting: Homeless Action Committee 5:30 pm (see 7 Thu)

Frontrunners, Walkers: LGBPO 6:30 pm (see 5 Tue)

Winter Solstice Seasonal Celebration: Project Paradigm 7-9 pm, Friends Meeting House, 1420 Hill St. Storytellling, music, art & movement for the whole family, $5/$20 family. 697-1579

"Fire Your Boss": Industrial Workers of the World 7:30 pm (see 7 Thu)

Tim Cavanaugh: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 pm, 31 4 E. Liberty. Whimsical comic from Chicago, $10. 996-9080

Il-V-I Orchestra: Soup Kitchen Saloon 9 pm (see 7 Thu)

Ron Brooks Trio Featuring Eddie Russ 9 pm (see 7 Thu)

22 Friday

"Cuba 'Si' Bloqueo 'No'": Peace InSight 6:05 pm(see 19 Tue)

"Winter Solstice Family Concert & Hike": A2 Parks & Ree. 7-8:30 pm, Leslie Science Ctr., 1831 Traver. Songs around the campfire with Sandor Slomovits of Gemini, $4/$12 family. Pre-register, 662-7802

Solstice Party: Magical Educational Council of A2 7:30 pm, ICC Ed. Center, 1522 Hill St. (behind the co-op house). 761-1137

Meetings: Lesbians, Gay Men, & Bisexuals' AA & Alanon 7:30 pm (see 1 Fri)

"A Winter Solstice Legend": Changing Womon 8 pm, call for location. Musical myth to honor children & the rebirth of light, with Shekhinah Mountainwater, $10. 761-9148

Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics 8-9:30 pm (see 1 Fri)

Tim Cavanaugh: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 pm (see 21 Thu)

Steve Somers Band: City Limits 8:30 pm (see 8 Fri )

23 Saturday

Tim Cavanaugh: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 pm (see 21 Thu)

Steve Somers Band: City Limits 8:30 pm (see 8 Fri)

24 Sunday

Frontrunners, Walkers: LGBPO 9 am (see 3 Sun)

"Marathon Skate": A2 Parks & Rec. 11 am-1 pm (adults) & 1-5 pm (kids). Veterans Ice Arena, 2150 Jackson Rd., $4 adults $3.25 youths & srs. 761-7240

"Cuba 'Si' Bloqueo 'No'": Peace InSight 2:05pm (see 19 Tue)

Sunday Jazz: Del Rio 6 pm (see 3 Sun)

Services forLesblans, Gay Men SBisexuals 6 pm (see 3 Sun)

Meeting: Amnesty International Community Group 7-8 pm (see 10 Sun)

Il-V-I Orchestra: The Heidelüerg 7-9:30 pm (see 3 Sun)

Meeting: Ypsilanti Lesbian, Gay Men, & Bisexuals' AA 7:30 pm (see 3 Sun)

A2 Bluestage: Blind Pig 9 pm (see 3 Sun)

Paul Finkbeiner's Jazz Jam Session 9 pm (see 3 Sun)

26 Tuesday

Living with HlV Support Group: HARC (see 5 Tue)

"Awaken Your Light Body!" 10-11:30 am & 7-8:30 pm (see 5 Tue)

Tenant Talk: A2 Tenants Union 6 pm (see 5 Tue)

Teen Les/Bi/Gay Support Group 6:30 pm (see 5 Tue)

Frontrunners, Walkers: LGBPO 6:30 pm (see 5 Tue)

"Rites of Passage II": Peace InSight 7:05 pm, Cable Channel 9. With local storytellers LaRon Williams, Marijo Grogan, Laura Pershin & Elise Bryant. 769-7422

Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team 7:30 pm (see 5 Tue)

Labor Film & Video Series: Industrial Workers of the World 7:30 pm (see 5 Tue)

Cary KocherPaul Keiler Quartet 9 pm (see 5 Tue)

Open Mic Night: Blind Pig 9:30 pm (see 5 Tue)

27 Wednesday

Living with HIV Support Group: HARC (see 5 Tue)

Muscular Dystrophy Support Group: A2 Center for Indep. Living 1-3 pm, 2568 Packard. 971-0277, 971-0310 (TDD)

"Buhrrr Blast": A2 Parks & Rec. 3:30-5:15 pm (see 6 Wed)

Services for Lesbians, Gay Men & Bisexuals 6 pm (see 3 Sun)

Gay Radio Hour: WCBN 88.3 FM6-7 pm (see 6 Wed)

Meeting: Coalition Against the Contract "On" America 7 pm (see 6 Wed)

Meeting: Latin American Solidarity Comm.8 pm (see 6 Wed)

Blair Shannon: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 pm, 314 E. Liberty. Outstanding showman, comic and singer, $10. 996-9080

Ron Brooks Trio w Rick Roe 9 pm (see 6 Wed)

28 Thursday

Positive Women's Support Group: HARC (see 7 Thu)

Meeting: Homeless Action Committee 5:30 pm (see 7 Thu)

Frontrunners, Walkers: LGBPO  6:30 pm (see 5 Tue)

"Fire Your Boss": Industrial Workers of the World 7:30 pm (see 7 Thu)

Artists' "Jam" Group: The Gathering 8-10:30 pm (see 14 Thu)

Blair Shannon: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 pm (see 27 Wed)

Il-V-I Orchestra: Soup Kitchen Saloon 9 pm (see 7 Thu)

29 Friday

"Rites of Passage II" : Peace InSight 6:05 pm (see 26 Tue)

Meetings: Lesbians, Gay Men, & Bisexuals' AA & Alanon 7:30 pm (see 1 Fri)

Women's Ritual 7:30 pm (see 15 Fri)

Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics 8-9:30 pm (see 1 Fri)

Blair Shannon: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 & 10:30 pm, $12 (see 27 Wed)

Steve Somers Band: City Limits 8:30 pm (see 8 Fri)

Ron Brooks Trio: Bird of Paradise 9:30 pm, 207 S.Ashley, $5. 662-8310

30 Saturday

Cards & Games Night at The Farm: Older Lesbians Organizing (OLO) Cali for time & location. Jan, 428-8824

Tom Paxton: The Ark 8 pm, 637-1/2 S. Main, $12.50. 761-1800

"Playing Bare": Performance Network 8 pm ( see 16 Thu)

Blair Shannon Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 & 10:30 pm, $12 (see 27 Wed)

Steve Somers Band: City Limits 8:30 pm (see 8 Fri)

Ron Brooks Trio: Bird of Paradise 9 30 pm (see 29 Fri)

31 Sunday

Frontrunners, Walkers: LGBPO 9am (see 3 Sun)

Chronic Fatigue/Immune Deficiency Support Group: A2 Center for lndep. Living' 3 pm, 2568 Packard. 971-0277. 9710310 (TDD)

"Upstairs at Borders": Borders 1 pm, 612 E. Liberty. Mulligan Stew - Irish music. 668-6652

"Rites of Passage II": Peace InSight 2:05 pm (see 26 Tue)

Sunday Jazz: Del Rio 6 pm (see 3 Sun)

Services for Lesbians, Gay Men & Bisexuals 6 pm (see 3 Sun)

Il-V-l Orchestra: The Heidelberg 7-9:30 pm (see 3 Sun)

Jimmie Dale Gilmore: The Ark 7:30 & 9:30 pm, 637-1/2 S. Main. Uniquely country New Year's Eve concert, $15. 761-1800

Meeting: Ypsilanti Lesbian, Gay Men, & Bisexuals' AA 7:30 pm (see 3 Sun)

Blair Shannon: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8 & 10:30 pm, $20/$25 includes party favors & champagne (see 27 Wed)

Steve Somers Band: City Limits 8:30 pm (see 8 Fri)

A2 Bluestage: Blind Pig 9 pm (see 3 Sun)

Ron Brooks Trio Plus: Bird of Paradise 9:30 pm, 207 S. Ashley. Includes buffet & champagne toast, $20 single/$35 couple. 662-8310

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