ARTS AND EVENTS CALENDAR FOR MONDAY, MAY 12, 2008

Area residents wanting to dispose of any unwanted eyeglasses may now deliver those lenses and frames to Northern Vision Eye Care of Traverse City who has been named a collection point by the Grand Traverse County’s Resource Recovery Division’s “Take It Back” program. All eyewear that is collected will be repaired and donated to a national organization whose mission is to provide eyeglasses to those in need. For further information call 932.9000.

The Traverse Area Christian Single’s last Monday night meeting before summer break will be held on Monday, May 12th at 7pm at the First Congregational Church. The video series Nooma by Rob Bell will be shown. For further information call 929.7808.

Respiratory Therapist Sue Boardman, RRT, of Mercy Hospital Grayling hosts the first of eight free sessions beginning on Monday, May 12th from 1:30 to 3pm in the private dining room adjacent to the Cafeteria. The sessions will continue on Mondays through July 14th. There will be no classes May 26th or July 7th. For further information or to register call 989.348.0831.

IndyFlix@theState downtown Traverse City will be held on Monday, May 12th at 7:30pm. The film is “The Revolution will not be Televised!” Tickets can be purchased online at www.traversecityfilmfest.org or at the box office.

Endocrinologist Jill Vollbrecht, MD, will share the latest development in insulin treatment and lead an informative discussion about the drug on Monday, May 12th from 6:30 to 7:30pm at Munson Medical Center’s Conference Room 1. The program is free and no registration is required. For further information call 935.8200.

Spring Arbor University’s regional campus in Traverse City will hold an Open House in Room 219 of the University Center on Monday, May 12th from 5 to 7:30pm. For further information call 995.1761.

“The Pink/Red Hatters Fun Fest 2008” produced by Joan Julin will premier and be the feature for the Morning Matinee at the Traverse Area District Library on May 13th in the meeting room at 10am. Those planning to attend this event are being asked to wear their Red or Pink Hats and purple outfits. There is no charge for this event. For further information call 941.0044 or 932.8500.

Join Leelanau Conservancy Docent Mary Lyons and special guest Norv Hall on Tuesday, May 13th at 10am to see and hear the wonderful birds of Leelanau and to enjoy dew-covered wildflowers lining the trails. For further information or to register call 256.9665.

On Tuesday, May 13th, Bertha Vos Elementary School will host an open house to celebrate 55 years of excellence in education from 6:30 to 8pm. For further information call 933.6420.

Join a Grass River Natural Area naturalist on Tuesday, May 13th at 10am and stroll the trails to learn about and label wildflowers. Master Gardener points can be earned. For further information call 533.8314.

The Central Neighborhood Association Meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 13th from 6:30 to 8:30pm at the Grand Traverse Heritage Center in Traverse City.

A Community Blood Pressure and Foot Care Clinic will be held at the Helena Township Community Center on Tuesday, May 13th with reservation times beginning at 9am. The blood pressure clinic is free to the public. The Foot Care Clinic is $15. Reservations are required. For further information or to make reservations call 331.4318.

The Traverse Area District Library’s Live! @ the Library series presents Ken Marek speaking about “Hemingway in Michigan” on Tuesday, May 13th at 7pm in the Library Meeting Room. There is no charge for this event. For further information call 932.8500.

On Tuesday, May 13th a State Adoption/Foster Care Informational Meeting will be held from 6 to 9pm at Bethany Christian Services Traverse City location, 1055 Carriage Hill Drive. For further information or to RSVP call 995.0870.

First-time parents or grandparents will benefit from a “Baby Care Essentials’ class from Munson Medical Center’s Childbirth Education on Tuesday, May 13th from 6 to 9pm in Munson Community Health Center’s Classroom A & B. cost for the class is $30 per couple and is limited to 12 participants. Registration is required. For further information or to register call 935.8219 or online at www.munsonhealthcare.org.

Senior citizens who are homebound can enjoy a picnic lunch from the Northwestern Michigan College Barbecue, thanks to the Grand Traverse County Commission on Aging, who again has volunteered to coordinate the program. The NMC Barbecue is Sunday, May 18th from 11am to 5pm. Tickets for the barbecue meal are $5 and must be purchased in advance through the Commission on Aging by 5pm on Tuesday, May 13th. For further information or to place a reservation call 922.4688.

Manufacturing Technology Academy Parent/Student Information Nights will be held on Wednesday, May 14th from 6:30 to 8pm at the M-TEC Building, 2600 Aero Park Drive. For further information or to RSVP call 995.1304.

TCAPS’ Odyssey of the Mind Teams will host a pasta dinner and OM performance on Wednesday, May 14th from 6 to 7:30pm at Central Grade School Cafeteria as a fundraiser to raise money so they can attend the World Finals Competition. For further information call 668.6080.

Marilynn Smith, a recognized mushroom expert and Fungi instructor at the University of Michigan Biological Station, will offer a free public program on Wednesday, May 14th at 7pm at the Cheboygan Middle School Library. The Straits Area Audubon Society is sponsoring this talk entitled “Wild and Edible? Mushrooms of Northern Michigan.” For further information call 627.4830.

The City Opera House will be showing Earth Girls are Easy as part of the Downtown Dinner and A Movie winter series on Wednesday, May 14th at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $7 for adults and $5 for senior citizens. Purchase of a ticket entitles the patron to 15% off dinner at participating downtown restaurants. The list of participating downtown restaurants and to purchase tickets is available online at www.cityoperahouse.org or by calling 941.8082.

Frankfort Elberta Area Schools hosts it annual Extravaganza on Wednesday, May 14th from 6 to 8pm in the old gymnasium. The event showcases student art work, musical ensemble performances, and furniture pieces among many other projects. There is no charge for this event. For further information call 352.4781.

The Grand Traverse Area Children’s Garden will hold their volunteer meeting on Wednesday, May 14th at 7pm at the Grand Traverse Area District Library. The public is welcome. For further information call 938.2726.

TCAPS’ Odyssey of the Mind Teams will host a car wash and flower sale fundraiser on Saturday, May 17th at the Oak Park Elementary School Parking Lot from 10am to 4pm.

Grand Traverse Heritage Center will embark on its second in a series of History in Motion chartered bus tour beginning on Saturday, May 31st. The tour will feature a boat tour of the Soo Locks and exploration of the Museum Ship Valley Camp, Tower of History, and River of History Museum in Sault Ste. Marie. The trip is intended for individuals and families and reservations are due by Monday, May 23rd. Cost is $135 per person. For further information call 995.0313.

The Grand Traverse County Parks and Recreation Department has teamed up with local music instructors to offer its first ever summer music camp at the Grand Traverse Civic Center. "Summer Band" is a youth orchestra that brings students together with artist mentors to have fun while staying active on their instruments over the summer. The repertoire features rock 'n' roll and other popular music arranged for strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion, guitars and vocals. Registration costs only $25 and is open to all ages. The five week session runs Wednesday and Friday mornings 10 AM to Noon, from July 16 through August 15. The program is made possible by a grant from the Dennos Museum Center and the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs. Brochures are available at the Grand Traverse Civic Center Office, Marshall Music, and schools throughout the Grand Traverse area.

Interlochen Center for the Arts

May 16, 17 & 18
The Interlochen Arts Academy Dance Ensemble presents its annual Spring Dance Concert at 7:30pm on Friday, May 16 and Saturday, May 17 and at 2pm on Sunday, May 18 in Corson Auditorium. Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for seniors and students and are available through the Interlochen Box Office at 276-7800 or 800-681-5920, or online at tickets.interlochen.org.

May 17
The Interlochen Arts Academy OPERA WORKSHOP will offer a public performance at 7:30pm on Saturday, May 17 in the Dendrinos Chapel on the Interlochen campus. The program is free and open to the public

Exhibits

A new exhibit featuring the artwork of Carl James Freeman will open Wednesday, April 30th at the Frankfort Office of West Michigan National Bank & Trust. The show will be on display through August 21st. For further information call 352.9655.

The Dennos Museum Center at Northwestern Michigan College will host the exhibition Stephen Knapp: Lightpaintings April 13th through August 31st. For further information call 995.1055 or online at www.dennosmuseum.org.

The Dennos Museum Center at Northwestern Michigan College will host the exhibition environment Canvas January 20 through June 1. Because of the unique experimental nature of Canvas the closing date is subject to change. For further information call 995.1572.
Continuing Programs

The public is invited to enjoy a “Chance to Dance” Fridays from 10pm to midnight beginning Friday, May 9th and running through June 20th (except May 23rd) at Northwestern Michigan College in the Physical Education building. Beginners and experienced dancers are invited to join others to try a mix of styles including waltz, blues, swing/jitterbug, slow dance, tango, cha-cha, salsa and more. No partner is necessary. Admission is $5. For further information call 995.1700.

Marilla Museum & Pioneer Place consists of a fine large display in what used to be a school in Marilla Township, a trapper/logger cabin, an 1870 two story log home, and a 1900 historic barn. All buildings are fully furnished and are a “step back in time” located at 9991 Marilla Road, 3 miles east of Copemish and 4 miles south of M-115 on Marilla Road. Hours are 1 to 4pm each Sunday, May through October. For further information call 362-3430.

Newcomer’s Men’s’ Racquetball for 60 and over on Tuesdays at 11am at the Grand Traverse Athletic Club on Park Drive. For further information contact George Kobernus at George@kobernus.com. New members are welcome.

Every second Saturday through June, Bayside Travellers Country Dance Society will hold a Contra and Square Dance night featuring live music and calling. New dancers are always welcome. All Bayside dances are held in the Gilbert Lodge at the Twin Lakes County Park. For further information call 228.6149 or visit www.dancetc.com.

Friends of Note meets monthly, the last Wednesday of the month at Zeppi’s in Brethren from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Performing are musicians, poets, and artists in an informal venue. Drop-ins welcomed. For further information call 477.5526.

The Suttons Bay Laughter Club meets the first and third Sunday’s of the month to laugh for no reason. Everyone is welcome to join the fun at 4:00 p.m. at the Friendship Center, 201 Broadway in Suttons Bay. For further information call 256.3477.

The Suttons Bay Bridge Club meets every Wednesday 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Suttons Bay Library. All are welcome. For further information call 271.5488.

This week at the State Theatre

Monday, May 12
“The Counterfeiters” 12:30 and 5:30 p.m.
“Stop-Loss” 3:00 p.m.
“The Revolution Will Not Be Televised” 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, May 13
“The Counterfeiters” 1:30 and 6:30 p.m.
“Stop-Loss” 4:00 and 8:50 p.m.

Wednesday, May 14
“Ruby Gentry” 11:00 a.m.
“The Counterfeiters” 1:15 and 3:30 p.m.
“La Boheme” 6:30 p.m.

Thursday, May 15
“The Counterfeiters” 1:30, 4:00, 6:30 and 8:50 p.m.

Friday, May 16
“Flawless” 1:30, 4:00, 6:30 and 8:50 p.m.