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Friday, Feb. 6

Art

Opening reception, 6-9 p.m., for "New Beginnings" member show, on view through Feb. 28; Art Center Traverse City, 720 S. Elmwood Ave., TC; www.artcentertraversecity.com.

Dance

Chance to Dance, 10 p.m.-midnight, beginning and experienced dancers welcome, dance instructor Mykl Werth and others on hand to help, no partner needed, $5 at the door; Northwestern Michigan College Physical Education Building, main campus, TC; 995-1700.

Etc.

Drop-in Valentine-making workshop, noon-4 p.m., free, all ages, materials provided or bring your own; East Bay Branch Library, 1989 Three Mile Road, TC; 922-2085.

Toast the Local Difference Wine and Beer Tasting, 5-9 p.m., featuring local wine and beer, food, music by Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra, $35/person, space limited, proceeds benefit Farming for Our Future; the Carnegie Building, downtown Petoskey; reservations available at the Grain Train or by calling 347-4914.

Texas Hold Em' at the North American Snow Festival, 6 p.m. registration 7 p.m. tournament begins, $40 buy-in as many times as you like and anytime, 18/older with valid ID; Fox Hill Event Center, 7640 Mackinaw Trail, Cadillac; for details, call 920-2242 or e-mail mgmtvp@cadillacjaycees.org.

Cinema Curiosa, 8 p.m. showing of "You See Me Laughin'," a journey into the lives and music of the last of the hill country bluesmen, to celebrate Black History Month, $5 suggested donation; Traverse Area District Library, 610 Woodmere Ave., TC; 932-8500.

Interlochen

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

Music

Kindermusik demonstration, 10:30 am., space limited, reservations required, ages newborn to 7; Kindermusik Studio, Logan's Landing, South Airport Road, TC; to reserve a space, e-mail melinsalise@gmail.com or call 631-7751.

Christian Concert, 7-9 p.m., featuring the band Psalm 21, book signing by Neil Elmer, author of "Prescriptures for Life," free-will offering accepted to benefit Project Unity for Life programs, food available; First Congregational Church, 6105 Center Road, TC.

Kenyan-born guitarist Adam Solomon and his band Tikisa, 8 p.m., $25 advance, $28 at the door; Milliken Auditorium, 1701 E. Front, TC; 995-1553 or www.dennosmuseum.org.

Saturday, Feb. 7

Art

ArtStation 'Hearts for the Arts" Valentine's Day art sale, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., collection of items created by area artists; Station Hall, adjacent to EuroStop Cafe, at the Depot, East Eighth Street and Woodmere Avenue, TC.

"Introduction to Basketry" winter workshop, 10 a.m.-noon, with Kathie Albring, $40 includes materials; Jordan River Arts Center, 301 Main St., East Jordan; for details/registration, 536-1440.

Dance

Burlesque Dance Workshop, 1:30-4:30 p.m., $20, learn a dance routine for Valentine's Day; Beledi Global Dance, 332 E. Front, TC; 932-0668 or www.belediglobaldance.com.

Blissfest Country Dance, 6-7 p.m. old time open jam, all skill levels welcome, 7:30 p.m. dancing, squares, contra and circle dances taught, all ages welcome; $3 person, $5 couple, $7 family; Carnegie Building, 451 E. Mitchell, Petoskey; 348-7047.

Etc.

Winter Blues Festival kicks off, continues through Feb. 14, Petoskey; www.petoskeydowntown.com or call 487-1188.

"Taste the Passion" event, $30 includes souvenir glass, special pour and chocolate treat, sponsored by Leelanau Peninsula Vintner's Association; Leelanau County wineries; 334-5100.

GT Regional Land Conservancy's Winter Preservation Celebration, 9 a.m.-noon, free outdoor activities at Hickory Meadows in TC, Pyatt Nature Preserve on Old Mission Peninsula, Elberta Dunes in Benzie County, Seven Bridges Natural Area in Kalkaska County, Maple Bay Natural Area near Elk Rapids, and Cosner Nature Preserve in Antrim County; followed by 12:30-2:30 p.m. reception with live music, hot chocolate and light appetizers at CafÃ' Habana, South Union Street, TC; www.gtrlc.org.

City Market at the Depot, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., locally grown agricultural products, creations by local artists and artisans; Railway Station, corner of East Eighth and Woodmere, TC; 946-5090.

Frankfort Farmer's Market, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., local, organically grown fresh produce, baked goods, eggs, free-range meats, naturally cultured foods and local products; Indoor Recreation Center, 9th and Main streets, along the waterfront, downtown Frankfort; 882-5264.

Discover Japan and Japanese, 10 a.m.-noon Japanese Juku (after-school cram school), learn Japanese vocabulary, write kanji, speak Japanese, ages 10-adult, free, Cadillac Wexford Public Library, 411 S. Lake St., Cadillac; for details or registration, 775-6541.

Poverty Reduction Initiative Saturday Special, 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m., check in starts at 9 a.m., "Taxes, Health & Finances" theme, free, includes coffee, rolls, lunch, child care and six workshops, free tax preparation for income-qualified participants, reservations and participation in workshops required; Career-Tech Center, 880 Parsons Road, TC; for details or to register, (800) 442-1713 or 947-8920.

Dungeon and Dragons "Scales of War" Quest, 10:30 a.m., open to everyone 15/older, new players welcome and should come at 10:15 a.m. to create a new character, free; Traverse Area District Library, 610 Woodmere, TC; 932-8500.

Grand Traverse Academy's Child Building Expo, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., free, for families with children ages 2-10, public welcome, raptor education with Wings of Wonder, visit from Fireman Troy and 911, pet adoption information, bounce house, interactive electric train display, crafts and more; GT Academy, 1245 Hammond Road, TC; 995-0665.

Book signing, 11:30 a.m., by Mardi Link, author of "When Evil Came to Good Hart"; Saturn Booksellers, 133 W. Main St., Gaylord; (989) 732-8899 or www.saturnbooksellers.com.

Drop-in Valentine-making Workshop, noon-3 p.m., with special story at 1:30 p.m., tea and cookies, free, all ages, materials provided or bring your own; East Bay Branch Library, 1989 Three Mile Road, TC; 922-2085.

"Pan SautÃ'/Pan Sauce" 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, snowshoes provided if necessary, motor vehicle permit required for park entry; Hartwick Pines State Park, Grayling; (989) 348-2537.

Winter Survival, 1-4 p.m., all ages, with survival specialist Bill Brietzke, outdoor excursion to learn basic survival techniques, dress for the weather, $5 donation suggested; Boardman River Nature Center, 1450 Cass Road, TC; 941-0960 or www.natureiscalling.org.

Texas Hold Em' at the North American Snow Festival, 6 p.m. registration 7 p.m. tournament begins, $40 buy-in, $10 re-buy, 21/older with valid ID; Fox Hill Event Center, 7640 Mackinaw Trail, Cadillac; for details, call 920-2242 or e-mail mgmtvp@cadillacjaycees.org.

Sweetheart Dinner, 6-7 p.m. social hour, 7 p.m. sit-down dinner, "It's All There In Black and White" theme, to benefit St. Mary School of Lake Leelanau, $80 per person; Mountain Flowers Lodge, The Homestead, Glen Arbor; for tickets or details, call 256-9670, also available at any of the school or parish offices.

Women's Resource Center Extravaganza, "Happy Days" theme, 6 p.m. cash bar and cocktails, 7 p.m. '50s-style dinner, followed by dancing to music by The Fabulous Oldies But Goodies Band, retro games, silent auction and the event's signature Raffle, $95/person, packages available for groups with multiple guests; Governor's Hall, Grand Traverse Resort, Acme; for tickets, 941-1210 or www.womensresourcecenter.org.

Outdoor Sportsmen's Banquet, 6 p.m., $30 includes catered dinner, keynote address by Pete Lathrop, drawings, sponsored by Eastport Baptist Church; at Camp Hayo-Went-Ha, 919 N. East Torch Lake Dr., Eastport; for tickets or details, visit www.eastportbaptistchurch.org or call 599-2122.

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

Music

The Great Indoor Folk Festival, noon-5:30 p.m., free, sponsored by Northern Michigan Songwriters in the Round, band/duos/soloist stages, open mic stage (sign up to perform up to three songs per appearance), kids' fun stage; ground-floor Mercato shopping corridor, Building 50, the Village at Grand Traverse Commons, TC.

Elk Rapids Schools' Concert Series debuts, 8 p.m., featuring Shout Sister Shout, $15 advance, $20 at the door, $10 students, limited number of $25 VIP tickets available; Elk Rapids High School auditorium, Meguzee Point Road, Elk Rapids; tickets available at the Elk Rapids High School office and Chef Charles, for VIP ticket information, contact Terry Morris, 264-8108 or tmorris@elkrapidsk12.mi.us.

Gopherwood Concerts presents Jive at Five, 8 p.m., advance tickets $10 adults, $5 ages 13-18, free ages 12/younger; at the door $12 and $6; Cadillac Elks Club, 122 S. Mitchell, Cadillac; advance tickets at Persnickety, 101 S. Mitchell, Cadillac; for details, 775-2813.

Sunday, Feb. 8

Art

Art Lecture, 1:30 p.m., "The Art of China Yesterday and Today" by Andrea Gerring, admission by donation, public welcome; Jordan River Arts Center, 301 Main St., East Jordan; 582-6399.

Dance

Ballet Chicago Summer Program auditions, 1 p.m. registration, 2 p.m. auditions, ages 11/older, bring $20 audition fee and photo in first-position arabesque and headshot; Crooked Tree Arts Center, 461 E. Mitchell, Petoskey; 347-4337 or www.balletchicago.org.

Etc.

Winter Blues Festival, continues through Feb. 14, Petoskey; www.petoskeydowntown.com or call 487-1188.

"Taste the Passion" event, $30 includes souvenir glass, special pour and chocolate treat, sponsored by Leelanau Peninsula Vintner's Association; Leelanau County wineries; 334-5100.

Bridal Extravaganza, noon-4 p.m., visit with area wedding-related businesses, free admission, sponsored by the Michigan Wedding Guide; TC Central High School gym, 1150 Milliken Dr., TC.

Great Lakes Children's Museum Funday Sunday, 1:05 and 1:50 p.m., children ages 3/older will learn how to create clay pinch pots and decorate them using pottery tools with Adam Van Houten, included in museum admission of $6 ages 2/older; 13240 S. West Bay Shore Dr., TC; 932-4526 or www.greatlakeskids.org.

Movie screening, 2 p.m. showing of "The Verdict" (R) starring Paul Newman, donations appreciated to cover expenses; Northport Community Arts Center, Northport School, 104 Wing St., Northport.

Monday, Feb. 9

Etc.

Winter Blues Festival, continues through Feb. 14, Petoskey; www.petoskeydowntown.com or call 487-1188.

Valentine's Day Confection and Cookie "Make and Take" Party, 5 p.m., take home a chocolate heart-shaped box with lid and the mold to make it, 24 assorted handmade chocolate confections and 24 frosted heart-shaped sugar cookies, $45 payable at time reservations are made; Underground Cheesecake Company, 1333 Yellow Dr., Grand Traverse Commons, TC; space limited, 929-4418 or uccladies@chartermi.net.

Tuesday, Feb. 10

Art

Impressionistic Painting with Fabric class, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., make a 14 x 18 floral landscape quilt, beginners welcome, $35 members, $45 non-members; Crystal Lake Art Center, 111 10th St., Frankfort; 352-4151 or clartcenter@sbcglobal.net.

Etc.

Winter Blues Festival, continues through Feb. 14, Petoskey; www.petoskeydowntown.com or call 487-1188.

GT Conservation District's "Peepers" program for preschoolers, 10-11:30 a.m., ages 3-5, "Winter Birds" theme, $3/child per session or $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.

Cooking Live! at Aerie Restaurant and Lounge, 6 p.m., "Sweet 'n' Savory Valentine's Day Aphrodisiacs" with pastry chef Carolyn Riley, complimentary samples throughout the demonstration, $15 per person will be applied as credit to each guest's dinner bill when they have a three-course dinner immediately following the demo; Aerie Restaurant, Grand Traverse Resort & Spa, Acme; for reservations, 534-6800.

"Turning Away from Hate" program, 7 p.m., free, by T.J. Leyden, former white supremacist recruiter turned tolerance teacher; Milliken Auditorium, 1701 E. Front, TC; 995-1043.

Wednesday, Feb. 11

Etc.

Winter Blues Festival, continues through Feb. 14, Petoskey; www.petoskeydowntown.com or call 487-1188.

ShiBui Knits Yarn trunk show, today through Feb. 25, Thistledown Shoppe, 419 N. St. Joseph St., Suttons Bay; 271-9276 or thistledownshippe@yahoo.com.

Book Lovers Used Book Sale, 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Manistee County Library, 95 Maple St., Manistee; 723-2519.

Snowshoe Hike, 6-7 p.m., all ages, $5 donation suggested, half-off rentals at Brick Wheels when participating in GTCD programs; Boardman River Nature Center, 1450 Cass Road, TC; 941-0960 or www.natureiscalling.org.

Wednesday Women's Night, 6-9 p.m., "Spa Night" with Arbonne and a BYOB wine contest with prizes for label design, name and taste; light hors d'oeuvres, sweets and beverages, pre-presentation excursion on lit trails, 50% off ski rentals, discounted admission $10 for trail pass, clinic and refreshments; Timber Ridge, RV & Recreation Resort, 4050 E. Hammond Road, TC; 947-2770 or info@timberridgeresort.net.

Big Screen Video History Lesson, 7:30 p.m., sponsored by Empire Area Museum, free-will offering accepted; Empire Township Hall, Empire; 326-5519.

Thursday, Feb. 12

Art

"Talk About Art" series, 7:30 p.m., 'Taking the Mystery Out of Collecting or Purchasing Art" by Marion DeVinney, owner of Synchronicity Gallery, free, public welcome; Glen Arbor Art Association, 6000 Pine St., across from Cherry Republic, Glen Arbor; 334-6112 or office@glenarborart.org.

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.

Winter Blues Festival, continues through Feb. 14, Petoskey; www.petoskeydowntown.com or call 487-1188.

Book Lovers Used Book Sale, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Manistee County Library, 95 Maple St., Manistee; 723-2519.

"Show Your Beauty" Celebration, 5-8 p.m., complimentary makeup, facials, styling, massages, beauty treatments, preview of Kim Abbott's new line of necklaces, distinctive clothing and accessories by Hende Originals, mini-wine tasting with Mary Graves of Folgarelli's, discounts, give-aways and more; ImprÃ's Salon Spa, 901 W. Front, TC; 941-9094 or www.impressalon.com.

Swirl at Crooked Tree Arts Center, 6 p.m. doors open, 6:30 p.m. wine tasting and hors d'oeuvres, "L'Esprit d'Amour: French Wine for Lovers" 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.

Manga Book Club, 7-8 p.m. discussion of "Black Cat" by Kentaro Yabuki, for fans of Japanese comics and print cartoons, ages 13/older, not necessary to have read the series; Traverse Area District Library, 610 Woodmere, TC; 932-8500.

Interlochen

Leonard Slatkin conducts the IAA Orchestra, 7:30 p.m., $25 adults, $22 seniors, $9 students; Corson Auditorium; 276-7800, (800) 681-5920 or http://tickets.interlochen.org.

Music

Kindermusik demonstration, 10 a.m., space limited, reservations required, ages newborn to 7; Kindermusik Studio, Logan's Landing, South Airport Road, TC; to reserve a space, e-mail melinsalise@gmail.com or call 631-7751.

Theater

St. Francis High School Choral Music Department presents "Meet Me in St. Louis," 7 p.m., $15 adults, $10 students 18/younger; Kohler Auditorium, St. Francis High School, East 11th Street, TC; for tickets, call the box office, 941-9875.

Old Town Playhouse Studio Theatre presents "Panache," 8 p.m., $10 general admission; Old Town Playhouse, 148 E. Eighth St., TC; 947-2210 or www.oldtownplayhouse.com.

Friday, Feb. 13

Art

"Issue, Design, Find the Time: An Art Therapy Quilting Process" winter workshop, 6-9 p.m., and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Feb. 14, with Sylvia Walworth, $75, bring sewing machine, cutting mat, rotary cutter, scissors and thread, size/type of fabric, batting, wonder fusible and backing fabric provided after registration; Jordan River Arts Center, 301 Main St., East Jordan; for details/registration, 599-3065 or sylwalworth@torchlake.com.

Dance

Chance to Dance, 10 p.m.-midnight, beginning and experienced dancers welcome, dance instructor Mykl Werth and others on hand to help, no partner needed, $5 at the door; Northwestern Michigan College Physical Education Building, main campus, TC; 995-1700.

Etc.

Registration deadline for Reflective/Personal Essay Writers' Workshop, $50 Parkside Arts Council members, $75 non-members, held Feb. 23; Elk Rapids Township Hall, Elk Rapids; for details or to register, call Diana Milock, 392-2280.

Winter Blues Festival, continues through Feb. 14, Petoskey; www.petoskeydowntown.com or call 487-1188.

Cherry Capital Winter WonderFest, activities throughout downtown Traverse City, Grand Traverse Resort & Spa, Mt. Holiday, and Acme shopping districts, all activities required a $10 Winter WonderFest button for admission, some have additional charges; buttons available at the corner of Front and Union streets, downtown TC, Mt. Holiday, GT Resort & Spa, sales support Special Olympics Michigan; for a current schedule or to register for competitive events, www.winterwonderfest.org.

Book Lovers Used Book Sale, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Manistee County Library, 95 Maple St., Manistee; 723-2519.

Drop-in Valentine-making workshop, noon-4 p.m., free, all ages, materials provided or bring your own; East Bay Branch Library, 1989 Three Mile Road, TC; 922-2085.

World Cuisine Buffet, 6 p.m., "China" theme, $24/person, reservations required, credit card necessary to guarantee reservations; Lobdell's, Northwestern Michigan College's teaching restaurant, Great Lakes Campus, 715 E. Front St., TC; for details or reservations, 995-3120.

Chocolate + Art & Champagne, 7-9 p.m., chocolate delights, champagne, music, silent auction, $20 advance, $25 at the door, sponsored by Friends of the Darcy Public Library, proceeds help buy needed items for the library; at the library, Beulah; advance tickets at Phoenix in Beulah, The Book Store in Frankfort or the library; for details, call 882-4037.

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

Music

Sweet Honey in the Rock with special guest Po' Girl, doors open 6:30 p.m. for 7:30 p.m. performance, $28/$35/$45, prices increase the day of the show; City Opera House, 106 E. Front, TC; followed by AfterGlow Party with Po' Girl, Winter Wonderfest button required, at Top of the Park, Park Place Hotel, 300 E. State St., TC; concert tickets at the Opera House or Oryana Natural Foods Market, by calling 941-8082, at www.cityoperahouse.org or www.porterhouseproductions.com.

Spirit of the Woods presents Irish duo Matt and Shannon Heaton, 8 p.m., "Lovers' Well" CD release concert; Brown Town Hall, 8233 Coates Highway, Manistee.

Theater

St. Francis High School Choral Music Department presents "Meet Me in St. Louis," 7 p.m., $15 adults, $10 students 18/younger; Kohler Auditorium, St. Francis High School, East 11th Street, TC; for tickets, call the box office, 941-9875.

The Benzie Players present "QED," 8 p.m., $10 in advance or at the door; Mill's Theater, U.S. 31 and West M-115, Benzonia; for tickets or details, call 352-6204.

Old Town Playhouse Studio Theatre presents "Panache," 8 p.m., $10 general admission; Old Town Playhouse, 148 E. Eighth St., TC; 947-2210 or www.oldtownplayhouse.com.

Saturday, Feb. 14

Art

"Issue, Design, Find the Time: An Art Therapy Quilting Process" winter workshop continues, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., with Sylvia Walworth, $75, bring sewing machine, cutting mat, rotary cutter, scissors and thread, size/type of fabric, batting, wonder fusible and backing fabric provided after registration; Jordan River Arts Center, 301 Main St., East Jordan; for details/registration, 599-3065 or sylwalworth@torchlake.com.

Dance

Northwest Michigan Ballet Theatre presents "A Midsummer Night's Faery Tale," 2:30 and 8 p.m., evening performance preceded by fund-raising dinner and reception ($50 includes dinner and ballet), ballet only $13.50 adults, $9 children 12/younger and senior citizens; Milliken Auditorium, 1701 E. Front, TC; for tickets, call 995-1553 or go to www.dennosmuseum.org.

Bayside Travellers Dance Society Valentine's Dance, 4:30-6:30 p.m. fiddle jamboree; 7-7:45 p.m. Ceili dance workshop, 8-11 p.m. contra and square dancing, live music by Malarky, dances called and taught by Dan Gorno, $10 adults, $6 students with ID, $8 dance society members; Twin Lakes Park, Gilbert Lodge, 6800 N. Long Lake Road, TC; 313-2596.

Etc.

Cherry Capital Winter WonderFest, activities throughout downtown Traverse City, Grand Traverse Resort & Spa, Mt. Holiday, and Acme shopping districts, all activities required a $10 Winter WonderFest button for admission, some have additional charges; buttons available at the corner of Front and Union streets, downtown TC, Mt. Holiday, GT Resort & Spa, sales support Special Olympics Michigan; for a current schedule or to register for competitive events, www.winterwonderfest.org.

Beulah and Benzonia Winterfest, pancake breakfast, snowmobile poker run, horse-drawn hay rides, frozen fish toss, frozen turkey bowl, rubber duck race, chili cook off, parade, bonfire, fireworks; Beulah and Benzonia; (800) 882-5801 or www.visitbenzie.com.

Winter Blues Festival, Petoskey; www.petoskeydowntown.com or call 487-1188.

Share the Love! Valentine's Day, all day, free mini-readings, energy work, massages, chocolates, cookies and beverages, bring donations of non-perishable food items for local food pantries; Higher Self Bookstore, East Front Street, TC; 941-5805.

Cherryland Amateur Radio Club of TC "Swap & Shop," 8 a.m.-noon, table rental $8, admission $5; exams for an amateur radio license starts at 10 a.m., on-site pre-registration suggested, walk-ins welcome; Immaculate Conception Elementary School, 218 Vine St., TC; 947-8555.

Home Builders Expo, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., green building products and ideas for the home, free seminars, $3 admission at the door, sponsored by Home Builders Association of the GT Area; East Middle School, 1776 Three Mile Road, TC.

Frankfort Farmer's Market, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., local, organically grown fresh produce, baked goods, eggs, free-range meats, naturally cultured foods and local products; Indoor Recreation Center, 9th and Main streets, along the waterfront, downtown Frankfort; 882-5264.

City Market at the Depot, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., locally grown agricultural products, creations by local artists and artisans; Railway Station, corner of East Eighth and Woodmere, TC; 946-5090.

Drop-in Valentine-making workshop, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., with special story and treat at 1:30 p.m., free, all ages, materials provided or bring your own; East Bay Branch Library, 1989 Three Mile Road, TC; 922-2085.

Book Lovers Used Book Sale, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Manistee County Library, 95 Maple St., Manistee; 723-2519.

Glen Arbor chili cook-off, noon until chili is gone, proceeds go to Glen Arbor Chamber of Commerce scholarships; Boone Dock's deck, 5858 S. Manitou Blvd., Glen Arbor; 334-3872.

Book signing, noon-2 p.m., by Linda L. Lile, author of "Nonnie, What's God?"; Rainbow Book Store, 1253 W. South Airport Road, TC.

Book signing, noon-2 p.m., by Barbara Disborough, author of "The Guide to Chocolate in the Grand Traverse Region"; Morsels Bakery and Coffee Shop, the corner of Front and Cass streets, TC; 421-1353.

Horizon Books, noon-2 p.m. book signing by Dianna L. McPhail, author of "On The Right Lead: Intuition & Coincidences"; and 2:30-4 p.m., by Barbara Disborough, author of "Guide to Chocolate in the Grand Traverse Region"; 243 E. Front, TC; 946-7290, (800) 587-2147 or www.horizonbooks.com.

"Romancing the Riesling," noon-5 p.m., $10 for souvenir wine glass that serves as ticket for tastings at participating wineries, plus artistic offerings or performances; Black Star Farms, Bowers Harbor Vineyards, Brys Estate Vineyard & Winery, Chateau Chantal, Chateau Grand Traverse and Peninsula Cellars, TC; 944-1300 or www.wineriesofoldmission.com.

Snowshoe hike at the Grand Traverse Commons, 1-2 p.m., all ages, sponsored by GT Conservation District; for details, to register and for directions, 941-0960 or www.natureiscalling.org.

"Genealogy Using the Internet" program, 2-4 p.m., with technology instructor and genealogist Joy Hogg, overview of free library Internet resources and paid subscription services, library computers available for hands-on use, free; Cadillac Wexford Public Library, 411 S. Lake St., Cadillac.

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.

Slabtown Valentine's Day Soiree, 7 p.m.-midnight, hosted by Slabtown; Sun Radius Studios, 2074 W. South Airport Road, TC.

VSA Arts fundraiser, 7-9 p.m., silent auction and open bar, $50 with 100% going to VSA; Left Foot Charley, The Village at Grand Traverse Commons, TC.

Interlochen

Complexions Contemporary Ballet, 7:30 p.m., $30 adults, $27 seniors, $9 students; Corson Auditorium; 276-7800, (800) 681-5920 or http://tickets.interlochen.org.

Music

Diamond Rio, 8 p.m., doors open 7 p.m., $20/$25; Leelanau Sands Showroom, Peshawbestown; tickets available at (800) 585-3737, Grand Rewards Players Club at Leelanau Sands and Turtle Creek casinos, Star Tickets Plus, www.casino2win.com and all Meijer locations.

"The Piano Men," 7 p.m., a musical journey through the 1970s featuring the songs of Billy Joel and Elton John, $22 and $24; Kirtland Center for the Performing Arts, Kirtland Community College, 10775 N. St. Helen Road, Roscommon; for tickets, call (989) 275-6777 or visit www.kirtland.edu/kcpa.

Irish duo Matt and Shannon Heaton in concert, 7:30 p.m., "Lovers' Well" CD release concert; McGuire's Resort, 7880 Mackinaw Trail, Cadillac.

Breathe Owl Breathe, 8 p.m., doors open 7 p.m., $12 adults, $5 students, chocolates and coffee served prior to concert by Friends of Fine Arts at Suttons Bay Schools; Old Art Building, Leland; advance tickets at Brilliant Books in Suttons Bay, 271-7323, and Leelanau Books in Leland, 256-7111.

Blissfest Valentine Concert with Steppin' In It with Rachael Davis, 8 p.m., $12 advance, $15 reserved or at the door, $1 off for Blissfest members and senior citizens, half-price for students; Crooked Tree Arts Center, 461 E. Mitchell St., Petoskey; 348-7047 or www.blissfest.org.

Theater

St. Francis High School Choral Music Department presents "Meet Me in St. Louis," 7 p.m., $15 adults, $10 students 18/younger; Kohler Auditorium, St. Francis High School, East 11th Street, TC; for tickets, call the box office, 941-9875.

The Benzie Players present "QED," 8 p.m., $10 in advance or at the door; Mill's Theater, U.S. 31 and West M-115, Benzonia; for tickets or details, call 352-6204.

Old Town Playhouse Studio Theatre presents "Panache," 8 p.m., $10 general admission; Old Town Playhouse, 148 E. Eighth St., TC; 947-2210 or www.oldtownplayhouse.com.

Sunday, Feb. 15

Art

Art Lecture, 1:30 p.m., "The Art of the Americas" by Andrea Gerring, admission by donation, public welcome; Jordan River Arts Center, 301 Main St., East Jordan; 582-6399.

Dance

Northwest Michigan Ballet Theatre presents "A Midsummer Night's Faery Tale," 2:30 p.m., $13.50 adults, $9 children 12/younger and senior citizens; Milliken Auditorium, 1701 E. Front, TC; for tickets, 995-1553 or www.dennosmuseum.org.

Etc.

Cherry Capital Winter WonderFest, activities throughout downtown Traverse City, Grand Traverse Resort & Spa, Mt. Holiday, and Acme shopping districts, all activities required a $10 Winter WonderFest button for admission, some have additional charges; buttons available at the corner of Front and Union streets, downtown TC, Mt. Holiday, GT Resort & Spa, sales support Special Olympics Michigan; for a current schedule or to register for competitive events, www.winterwonderfest.org.

Home Builders Expo, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., green building products and ideas for the home, free seminars, $3 admission at the door, sponsored by Home Builders Association of the GT Area; East Middle School, 1776 Three Mile Road, TC.

"Romancing the Riesling," noon-5 p.m., $10 for souvenir wine glass that serves as ticket for tastings at participating wineries; Black Star Farms, Bowers Harbor Vineyards, Brys Estate Vineyard & Winery, Chateau Chantal, Chateau Grand Traverse and Peninsula Cellars, TC; 944-1300 or www.wineriesofoldmission.com.

Great Lakes Children's Museum Funday Sunday, 1:05 and 1:50 p.m. "Cartooning for Everyone" with local artist Dick Evans, for children ages 3/older, children younger than 6 will need adult help, included in museum admission, $6 ages 2/older; 13240 S. West Bay Shore Dr., TC; 932-4526 or www.greatlakeskids.org.

Hartwick Pines winter lecture series, 2 p.m., "The History of Michigan's State Forest" with special guest Bill Botti, plus book signing, free, refreshments served; Michigan Forest Visitor Center auditorium, Hartwick Pines State Park, Grayling; (989) 348-2537.

Reading and book signing reception, 2 p.m., by Diane Kenel-Truelove, author of "At The Water's Edge," a new book of poems and short stories; Horizon Books, 243 E. Front, TC; 946-7210, (800) 587-2147 or www.horizonbooks.com.

Chili Cook-Off and food drive, 2-4 p.m., $7/person, attendees also encouraged to bring non-perishable items or cash/check donations for the Manna Food Project; Stafford's Pier Restaurant, Harbor Springs; www.harborspringschamber.com.

Music

Sunday Afternoon Concert, 3-5 p.m. with Kelly Shively, doors open 2:30 p.m., $5 donation at the door; Gaylord Area Council for the Arts; GACA Community Art Center, 125 E. Main, Gaylord; (989) 732-3242 or (989) 344-9001.

Northwestern Michigan College Children's Choir winter concert, 3 p.m., $8 adults, $6 students 12/younger and seniors 62/older; Lars Hockstad Auditorium, Central Grade School, 301 W. Seventh St., TC.

Guitarist/singer Matt Heaton and Irish flutist/singer Shannon Heaton, 4 p.m., "Lovers' Well" CD release concert, $15 advance, $18 at the door; Sleder's Family Tavern, 917 Randolph St., TC; advance tickets at Sleder's, EuroStop Cafe, Oryana Natural Foods Market or by calling 947-9213.

Crooked Tree Arts Center presents "Paris After Dark," 7 p.m. musical tour of Paris by the CafÃ' chamber ensemble, followed by afterglow with hors d'oeuvres and French wines, $50 patron seating, $20 CTAC members, $25 non-members, student tickets $8 CTAC members, $10 non-members; CTAC, 461 E. Mitchell, Petoskey; 347-4337 or www.crookedtree.org.

Theater

St. Francis High School Choral Music Department presents "Meet Me in St. Louis," 2 p.m., $15 adults, $10 students 18/younger; Kohler Auditorium, St. Francis High School, East 11th Street, TC; for tickets, call the box office, 941-9875.

Old Town Playhouse Studio Theatre presents "Panache," 3 p.m., $10 general admission; Old Town Playhouse, 148 E. Eighth St., TC; 947-2210 or www.oldtownplayhouse.com.

Monday, Feb. 16

Etc.

Cherry Capital Winter WonderFest, activities throughout downtown Traverse City, Grand Traverse Resort & Spa, Mt. Holiday, and Acme shopping districts, all activities required a $10 Winter WonderFest button for admission, some have additional charges; buttons available at the corner of Front and Union streets, downtown TC, Mt. Holiday, GT Resort & Spa, sales support Special Olympics Michigan; for a current schedule or to register for competitive events, www.winterwonderfest.org.

Tipsy Mittens class, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., $35/$45, make a pair of one-of-a-kind mittens from old wool sweaters, bring shrunken wool sweaters, scissors, pins and a portable sewing machine of you have one; Crystal Lake Art Center, 111 10th, Frankfort; 352-4151 or clartcenter@sbcglobal.net.

Theater

Auditions for Old Town Playhouse Studio Theatre production of "Doubt: A Parable," 7 p.m., perusal scripts available; Old Town Playhouse, 148 E. Eighth St., TC; 342-3170.

Tuesday, Feb. 17

Etc.

GT Conservation District's "Peepers" program for preschoolers, 10-11:30 a.m., ages 3-5, "Animals We See in Winter" theme, $3/child per session or $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.

H.O.T. (Hands On Tuesdays), 6-8 p.m., bring knitting, cards, painting, musical instruments, etc., and relax with friends and neighbors, impromptu instruction freely given; The Mercato, outside Silvertree Deli, The Village at Grand Traverse Commons, TC.

Theater

Auditions for Old Town Playhouse Studio Theatre production of "Doubt: A Parable," 7 p.m., perusal scripts available; Old Town Playhouse, 148 E. Eighth St., TC; 342-3170.

Wednesday, Feb. 18

Etc.

Grand Traverse Conservation District Movie Night, 6-7 p.m., all ages, "Nighttime Keepers of the Northern Forest," hands-on activities include owl adaptations and dissection of owl pellet, $5 donation suggested; Boardman River Nature Center, 1450 Cass Road, TC; 941-0960 or www.natureiscalling.org.

Big Screen Video History Lesson, 7:30 p.m., sponsored by Empire Area Museum, free-will offering accepted; Empire Township Hall, Empire; 326-5519.

Thursday, Feb. 19

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.

International Affairs Forum, 5:15 p.m. reception, 6 p.m., lecture on "American Foreign Policy in the Next Administration," $10 in advance or at the door; Milliken Auditorium, 1701 E. Front, TC; 995-1700.

Music

Brett Dennen and his Band with special guest Erin McCarley, 7 p.m. doors open, 8 p.m. show, $15 advance, $20 at the door; City Opera House, 106 E. Front, TC; tickets at the Opera House, Oryana Natural Foods Market, by calling 941-8082, at www.cityoperahouse.org or www.porterhouseproductions.com.

Theater

Old Town Playhouse Studio Theatre presents "Panache," 8 p.m., $10 general admission; Old Town Playhouse, 148 E. Eighth St., TC; 947-2210 or www.oldtownplayhouse.com.

Friday, Feb. 20

Dance

Chance to Dance, 10 p.m.-midnight, beginning and experienced dancers welcome, dance instructor Mykl Werth and others on hand to help, no partner needed, $5 at the door; Northwestern Michigan College Physical Education Building, main campus, TC; 995-1700.

Etc.

TADL BATL multi-game open play, 3-5:30 p.m., free, all ages; Traverse Area District Library, 610 Woodmere, TC; 932-8500.

Shiver by the River snowmobile cruise-in, evening, Frankfort A & W, Frankfort; www.frankfort-elberta.com or 352-7251.

Interlochen

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

Theater

The Benzie Players present "QED," 8 p.m., $10 in advance or at the door; Mill's Theater, U.S. 31 and West M-115, Benzonia; for tickets or details, call 352-6204.

Old Town Playhouse Studio Theatre presents "Panache," 8 p.m., $10 general admission; Old Town Playhouse, 148 E. Eighth St., TC; 947-2210 or www.oldtownplayhouse.com.

Saturday, Feb. 21

Dance

Polynesian Dance Workshop, 1:30-4:30 p.m., $20; Beledi Global Dance, 332 E. Front, TC; 932-0668 or www.belediglobaldance.com.

Etc.

Shiver by the River, Michigan Regional Snocross Snowmobile Race practice and qualifying, Open Space Park, refreshments available 6:30 a.m.-4 p.m. in the Recreation Center; 11 a.m. Winter Parade, Main Street, followed by kids' game and activities, antique snowmobile display, horse-drawn carriage rides and more in Open Space Park; noon bowling on Main Street; warming stations open 11 a.m.-4 p.m. with games, entertainment, warm beverages and restrooms; Frankfort; www.frankfort-elberta.com or 352-7251.

City Market at the Depot, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., locally grown agricultural products, creations by local artists and artisans; Railway Station, corner of East Eighth and Woodmere, TC; 946-5090.

Frankfort Farmer's Market, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., local, organically grown fresh produce, baked goods, eggs, free-range meats, naturally cultured foods and local products; Indoor Recreation Center, 9th and Main streets, along the waterfront, downtown Frankfort; 882-5264.

Northwestern Michigan College Barbecue Kick-Off event, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Grand Traverse Mall, South Airport Road, TC.

Blizzard Bash, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., snowmobiling, skiing, snowshoeing and children's activities, $20 per person, $30 per couple, $5 each additional child, includes activities, snowmobile run, hot dogs and chili, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and more, rentals available, sponsored by Brandie Rose Foundation, proceeds benefit cancer support services; Timber Ridge Resort, 4050 Hammond Road, TC; www.brandierose.org.

"Arts of Mongolia" Family Day, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., creative, interactive activities focusing on the arts of Mongolia, museum admission applies ($4/adults, $2/children, free/museum members); Dennos Museum, 1701 E. Front, TC; 995-1029.

"Tracks" GT Conservation District program, 1-3 p.m., all ages, learn to identify different animal tracks,, create animal tracks poster to take home, $5 donation suggested; Boardman River Nature Center, 1450 Cass Road, TC; 941-0960 or www.natureiscalling.org.

Super Smash Bros Brawl tournament, 1-4 p.m., free, open to ages 12/older, snacks and drinks provided; Traverse Area District Library, 610 Woodmere Ave., TC; 932-8500.

"I Like Meat" cooking class, 12:30-5:30 p.m., with 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, snowshoes provided if necessary, motor vehicle permit required for park entry; Hartwick Pines State Park, Grayling; (989) 348-2537.

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

Music

Back Porch Coffeehouse, 7:30 p.m., featuring the Roscoe Jordan Blues Band, followed by open mic/session time, smoke- and alcohol-free, family friendly, suggested donation $5/person, $10/family at the door, light refreshments available; Front Porch Cafe, 9235 Main St., Ellsworth; 544-2305.

An Da Union, 8 p.m., 10 young musicians from Inner Mongolia, $25 advance, $28 at the door; Milliken Auditorium, 1701 E. Front, TC; 995-1553 or www.dennosmuseum.org.

Theater

St. Francis High School Choral Music Department presents "Meet Me in St. Louis," 7 p.m., $15 adults, $10 students 18/younger; Kohler Auditorium, St. Francis High School, East 11th Street, TC; for tickets, call the box office, 941-9875.

The Benzie Players present "QED," 8 p.m., $10 in advance or at the door; Mill's Theater, U.S. 31 and West M-115, Benzonia; for tickets or details, call 352-6204.

Old Town Playhouse Studio Theatre presents "Panache," 8 p.m., $10 general admission; Old Town Playhouse, 148 E. Eighth St., TC; 947-2210 or www.oldtownplayhouse.com.

Sunday, Feb. 22

Etc.

Shiver by the River, Snowcross pit gates open 7 a.m., races start at 9 a.m., food and beverages available 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; Frankfort; www.frankfort-elberta.com or 352-7251.

Spring Bridal Expo, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., sponsored by the Michigan Wedding Planner, $4 in advance when registering online, $5 at the door; Governor's Hall, Grand Traverse Resort & Spa, Acme; www.michiganweddingplanner.com.

"Wild Wild Winter Western Fun" Sleddi-Spaghetti, noon-5 p.m., $6 adults, $4 per child of $20 per family, 1 and 4 p.m. western line dance lesson, 2 p.m. registration for 3 p.m. Bucking Bronco Sleddi cardboard box contest, crafts for kids, book exchange, silent auction for adults and kids, bidding closes 4:30 p.m., hot chocolate and cookies, stories by the fire 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 p.m., spaghetti dinner with Moomers ice cream all day; sponsored by Long Lake Township and Friends of the Long Lake Library; Twin Lakes Park, 6800 N. Long Lake Road, TC; 946-2249.

Music

"Sundays at Three" concert, 3 p.m., featuring the Euclid Quartet, $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.

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.

Theater

St. Francis High School Choral Music Department presents "Meet Me in St. Louis," 2 p.m., $15 adults, $10 students 18/younger; Kohler Auditorium, St. Francis High School, East 11th Street, TC; for tickets, call the box office, 941-9875.

The Benzie Players present "QED," 2 p.m., $10 in advance or at the door; Mill's Theater, U.S. 31 and West M-115, Benzonia; for tickets or details, call 352-6204.

Monday, Feb. 23

Etc.

Reflective/Personal Essay Writers' Workshop, presented by Chuck Pfarrer and Tim Tebeau, $50 Parkside Arts Council members, $75 non-members, registration deadline Feb. 13; Elk Rapids Township Hall, Elk Rapids; for details or to register, call Diana Milock, 392-2280.

Stories, Scribbles and Wiggles Toddler Program, 10:30-11:30 a.m., -- Petroskey's People" theme, ages 3-5 with parents or grandparents, activities in the galleries, related story and art project, museum admission ($4/adults, $2/children, free/museum members) plus $1 art supply fee, reservations required; Dennos Museum, 1701 E. Front, TC; 995-1029 for details or to register.

Tuesday, Feb. 24

Etc.

GT Conservation District's "Peepers" program for preschoolers, 10-11:30 a.m., ages 3-5, "Animals Who Sleep or Hibernate 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.

H.O.T. (Hands On Tuesdays), 6-8 p.m., bring knitting, cards, painting, musical instruments, etc., and relax with friends and neighbors, impromptu instruction freely given; The Mercato, outside Silvertree Deli, The Village at Grand Traverse Commons, TC.

Interlochen

IAA Creative Writing Student Reading, 8:30 p.m., free; Writing House.

Wednesday, Feb. 25

Etc.

Natural Resource Career Session for Teens, 6-7 p.m., recommended for teens and parents, explore various career options and talk to panel of natural resource professionals, sponsored by GT Conservation District; Boardman River Nature Center, 1450 Cass Road, TC; 941-0960 or www.natureiscalling.org.

Wednesday Women's Night, 6-9 p.m., "Chili, Soup & Stew Cook-off ... And Dessert Bake Off," prizes for the tastiest creations in each category, massages pvoided by Living Light, light hors d'oeuvres, sweets and beverages, pre-presentation excursion on lit trails, 50% off ski rentals, discounted admission $10 for trail pass, program and refreshments; Timber Ridge, RV & Recreation Resort, 4050 E. Hammond Road, TC; 947-2770 or info@timberridgeresort.net.

Thursday, Feb. 26

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.

Grand Traverse Audubon Club, 7 p.m., program on "Box Nesting Birds" by Tom Comfort, club member and board member of the North American Bluebird Society, public welcome; Boardman River Nature Center, 1450 Cass Road, TC.

Manga Book Club, 7-8 p.m. discussion of "Black Cat" by Kentaro Yabuki, for fans of Japanese comics and print cartoons, ages 13/older, not necessary to have read the series; Traverse Area District Library, 610 Woodmere, TC; 932-8500.

Friday, Feb. 27

Dance

Chance to Dance, 10 p.m.-midnight, beginning and experienced dancers welcome, dance instructor Mykl Werth and others on hand to help, no partner needed, $5 at the door; Northwestern Michigan College Physical Education Building, main campus, TC; 995-1700.

Etc.

Tasters Guild Auction, 7 p.m., international cuisine, wine tasting, live and silent auctions, live music, $45, reserved tables for 10 $500, to benefit the Great Lakes Culinary Institute, Hagerty Center, NMC Great Lakes Campus, 715 E. Front St., TC; tickets available at Folgarelli's Market and at the Great Lakes Culinary Institute, limited number of tickets may be available at the door for $50; for details, 995-1376.

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

Interlochen

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

Music

Little Frank and the Premiers, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., $8 advance, $10 at the door, space limited; Lil Bo, 540 W. Front, TC; tickets available at Lil Bo; 946-6925.

Theater

Grand Trunk Theatre presents "The Sunshine Boys," 8 p.m., $10; The Depot, East Eighth Street and Woodmere Avenue, TC; tickets available by phone, 632-3029, or one hour prior to curtain.

Saturday, Feb. 28

Etc.

Frankfort Farmer's Market, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., local, organically grown fresh produce, baked goods, eggs, free-range meats, naturally cultured foods and local products; Indoor Recreation Center, 9th and Main streets, along the waterfront, downtown Frankfort; 882-5264.

City Market at the Depot, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., locally grown agricultural products, creations by local artists and artisans; Railway Station, corner of East Eighth and Woodmere, TC; 946-5090.

Snowshoe building workshop, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. today and March 1, free, registration required; Hartwick Pines State Park Visitor Center, Grayling; (989) 348-2537.

Northport Winter Carnival, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., snowmobile poker run, chili contest, curling competitions, broomball, Race the Face snowshoe races, cardboard sled race, outhouse races; Braman Hill, Northport; jmorg32@hotmail.com or ruthsteelewalker@gmail.com.

RecycleSmart program, 1-2 p.m., all ages, discussion of curbside recycling, household hazardous waste, the RecycleSmart program's "Take It Back" program and more, $5 donation suggested; Boardman River Nature Center, 1450 Cass Road, TC; 941-0960 or www.natureiscalling.org.

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

Music

Little Frank and the Premiers, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., $8 advance, $10 at the door, space limited; Lil Bo, 540 W. Front, TC; tickets available at Lil Bo; 946-6925.

Theater

Grand Trunk Theatre presents "The Sunshine Boys," 8 p.m., $10; The Depot, East Eighth Street and Woodmere Avenue, TC; tickets available by phone, 632-3029, or one hour prior to curtain.