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Cusack, Tom on an active shooter and everybody at that against law enforcement or against trying ART Helma, Terry Link, Kyle Melinn, Dennis Preston, Paul Wozniak, Amanda Harrell-Seyburn, Ute Von Der Heyden, Judy Winter, Shawn Parker venue has been authorized to carry a weap- to lessen firearm violence in our country Delivery drivers: Abdulmahdi Al-Rabiah, Dave Fisher, Karen on — that’s a very because we all have a stake in it. Navarra, Noelle Navarra, Brent Robison, Steve Stevens DEAR REO TOWN by RACHEL HARPER Interns: Darby Vermeulen, Hanna Scott, Dylan Sowle, unattainable situation I think we’ve all known people who’ve Justin Anderson, Marisol Dorantes and it’s unfair to our been killed. Certainly, I’ve buried more Editor & Publisher first responders. than my fair share of police officers. I wish Berl Because if you go for no parent or law enforcement agency to CITY PULSE ON THE AIR Schwartz in and somebody is suffer that — these beautiful children that State Representatives Andy Schor and Sam Singh 7 p.m. Wednesdays shooting and 25 peo- were annihilated. I would do anything and April Zeoli, Michigan State University criminal justice professor ple or 100,000 people I would give everything I own if we could Wayne Pacelle, president and CEO of the Humane Society are there and they’ve have averted that mentally ill person from of the United States THIS WEEK got guns, it would be walking into the school in Newtown. And near impossible to: I think most Americans would do that. Haddad A) figure out who the So, somewhere we need to put our special real gunman is; and interests and our partisan politics aside and B) I know that in any type of situation like do what’s right for the country. And I think that, a lot of innocent people are going to that, whether crime is up, whether it’s down be injured. — crime is unacceptable. Whether violence I won’t mention cities, but there was is up or down — that’s unacceptable. an active shooter recently on a major city I take no comfort when somebody says, street and I think officers were right there ‘Well, you know what? You had 30,000 when it occurred and nine innocent people people killed last year and you only had were hit with bullets from police shootings. 29.5 this year.’ Well, what about those 29.5? We’re trained in that. So can you imagine Was there anything more we could do to you go into a crowded venue and everybody make the world safer for them? And what in there has a gun and somebody acts up. about the mentally ill person, who is denied I’d rather give the officers a chance to get a second chance at life, that just maybe, had the assailant or the threat and mitigate it as there been an approach to defuse, deesca- fast as they can, rather than having to work late, intervene in that situation, how much through that. That’s one side. better off would the world be, their immedi- And the other side of the argument — ate families be? And so on. and there’s many sides — it kind of angers It is a complicated matter, but I think me when they pit law enforcement against that we need to come together as a people the sportsmen, the hunters. I would sub- and say, ‘We’re going to do everything we mit to you that the hunters and our DNR can to make America safe.’ are the most regulated use of the hand- And that’s not a violation of the Second gun in America, especially in Michigan Amendment, I don’t think. I don’t think it’s here. And I think that if in our everyday a violation of our Constitution. I don’t think lives we applied some of the standards it’s a violation of our pursuit of happiness. that we impose on our hunters, for safety I think it’s what Americans will ultimately and reasons of conserving wildlife, I think do.” City Pulse • January 23, 2013 www.lansingcitypulse.com 5 PULSE NEWS & OPINION turned in at gun buyback programs. collected $5,828 for the second gun buy- “The guns that are most used in crimes back event, which is slated for mid-Feb- Gathering tend to be high-caliber, semi-automatic ruary. Merritt said the goal is $15,000, pistols,” she said. “Gun buyback pro- but he said Mayor Virg Bernero would C grams tend to collect few semi-automatic OK another event if the program raised the guns pistols. They tend to get a lot of small- $10,000. OF THE WEEK caliber guns, the type that are generally Steve Dulan, a Second Amendment Research shows gun buyback pro- not used in homicides.” professor at Cooley Law School and an grams like Lansing’s are ineffec- For a gun buyback program to be truly attorney for the Michigan Coalition for tive at reducing gun violence — effective at reducing violent crime, guns Responsible Gun Owners, is critical of but city officials are not dissuaded would have to be turned over “en masse,” Lansing’s gun buyback program. Zeoli said. She gave an example of a gun “Gun buyback programs are at best Lansing is gearing up for its second buyback held in Australia in the late a waste of time and money and at worst gun buyback program in a year, but 1990s. She said “literally one-third” of the are, in general, a program of demonizing research shows these types of efforts are country’s guns were turned in and there gun ownership,” he said. “There’s no evi- ineffective at reducing violent crime, says was a significant drop in gun violence. dence that any active criminal actually a professor at Michigan State University. “Gun buyback programs are not turns in guns to these programs.” “We have not had a gun buyback pro- unique to the U.S. It’s just that other Lansing Police officials say they aren’t gram that has removed so many guns countries have had better success with naïve — they don’t expect criminals to from the community that we would them,” she said. “I think it goes back hand their guns over to police — and the expect to see a difference,” said April goal of the program is to reduce the num- Property: 837 Cawood St., Lansing Zeoli, a criminal justice professor at ber of idle and unsecured guns in homes. MSU. While Zeoli has not personally These guns, Merritt said, are often stolen Owner: Ingham County Land Bank studied gun buyback programs, she is and used in crimes, though the number Listing price: $96,000 familiar with the research on them. Last of guns stolen from Lansing homes was week, she was part of a Johns Hopkins not readily available. Last week, we visited this northwest Lansing University panel of gun violence experts A 2003 study from the Johns Hopkins neighborhood to feature a tax-foreclosed eyesore that was convened by New York City University Center for Gun Policy and that’s slated for demolition. Here now is its next- Mayor Michael Bloomberg. The panel Research revealed that less than one- door neighbor: Architecture, particularly residen- provided evidence-based suggestions for fifth of incarcerated criminals had know- tial infill, is a subtle craft. The best infill designs gun violence prevention legislation. ingly used stolen guns in crimes, based pay homage to the existing architectural character Zeoli said there are two types of gun on interviews with inmates. In that study, of the neighborhood with a contemporary edge supplies: New guns and existing ones 10 percent of those interviewed said they from materials and detailing. that are already owned. She said by had stolen the gun they used, while 8 per- Is it new or is it old? 837 Cawood will make you reducing one of those supplies, a drop in cent said they had bought the gun from do a double take. One of the latest in a string of gun violence can be expected. “The ques- Illustration by Rachel Harper/City Pulse a “fence” — someone who sells stolen new construction projects by the Ingham County tion is, how much do you have to reduce goods. The study also found that 21 per- Land Bank, this house replaced a demolished one or the other and which guns do you to the willingness of the citizens of the cent of armed criminals purchased guns home of similar style and size. It is a great example take out of circulation?” country to turn in their guns. So far in from people known to steal guns, like of a residential infill. While research on the effectiveness of the U.S., we haven’t seen a time when our drug dealers and drug addicts. Preferable as it may be to save buildings from gun buyback programs is sparse, Zeoli citizens have been willing to turn in guns According to the Mayors Against demolition, the fact is that new construction is said available information shows that en masse.” Illegal Guns coalition, which includes necessary — nostalgia aside. gun buyback programs are ineffective LPD Spokesman Robert Merritt said Bernero and more than 700 mayors “Projects that are sensitive to context are what at reducing gun violence. Critics of gun the city’s first gun buyback program in from around the county, 600,000 guns we are striving for at the Land Bank,” said Ingham buyback programs add that such pro- July collected 100 guns — 60 long guns are stolen from private homes each year. County Treasurer Eric Schertzing, who also chairs grams demonize gun ownership. While (like rifles) and 40 handguns. One of the Still, in the wake of the Dec. 14 shoot- the Land Bank. “New construction is important to Lansing Police officials recognize that guns turned in was an SKS AK-47 assault ing that killed 20 students and six adults the vibrancy and health of a community.” criminals won’t turn out in droves to turn rifle, Merritt said in an email. at an elementary school in Newtown, Communities like Lansing should always be in their guns, the point of the program is “People can commit crimes with any Conn., Zeoli said these programs may experiencing new development, even in existing to remove idle guns from homes that may type of gun,” Szymanski said. “We see become more successful. She believes neighborhoods. If a community is not evolving, be stolen. more crimes committed with handguns that the heightened gun control debate then it is stagnant — and everyone knows what “If we can take guns out of homes than hunting rifles and single barreled may make gun buyback programs like happens to stagnant water. The key is to keep a legally for people who no longer want shotguns. But the truth of matter is bul- Lansing’s more effective because of the balance of both old and new structures, and 837 them, why wouldn’t we do that?” Lansing lets are bullets, and they can hurt and kill national fervor surrounding the need to fits the criteria to a T. Police Chief Teresa Szymanski said. people.” reduce gun violence. According to Shertzing, contextually sensi- “Anything we can do to support getting Lansing’s program is run entirely “Right now we’re looking at a very tive infill also helps attract a diversity of residents guns off our streets, that’s what we want through donations. People who partici- unique time regarding perception about because some like the context and character of to do. Doing nothing is not an alterna- pate receive a $100 grocery gift card for guns and changing Americans’ relation- established neighborhoods but want a new house. tive.” each handgun and a $200 gift card for ship with guns and gun laws. That could It’s a subtle craft. Gun buyback programs like Lansing’s each semi-automatic rifle that is turned make a difference, I think. It could lead — Amanda Harrell-Seyburn aim to tackle the existing portion of the in. There is no paperwork when turning people with guns in their homes to decide guns in circulation by offering money to in a gun and the process is entirely anon- they don’t want them there anymore. I “Eye candy of the Week” is our look at some of the nicer people for turning in their guns. Zeoli ymous. All of the guns that are collected think that if there is a time — it’s now.” properties in Lansing. It rotates each week with Eyesore of the Week. If you have a suggestion, please e-mail eye@lansingci- said the guns that are being used in are melted and destroyed. typulse.com or call Andy Balaskovitz at 999-5064. crimes typically are not the guns being As of Thursday, Lansing Police had — Sam Inglot 6 www.lansingcitypulse.com City Pulse • January 23, 2013

man said more guns in schools are bound to legislation and some of the laws on the books dozen carefully selected states, including Gun limits create more trouble. are unconstitutional. Article 1, Section 6 of Michigan. Gun advocates argue that armed teach- the state Constitution reads, “Every person A bill introduced in the state House Schor seeks open carry ban in ers at Sandy Hook Elementary School in has a right to keep and bear arms for the following November’s election would end schools, other gun-free zones Connecticut last month may have stopped defense of himself and the state.” Michigan’s “winner-take-all” voting in the gunman Adam Lanza before 26 were killed. Electoral College. Each state now receives President Barack Obama last week laid “That’s the argument. I just don’t buy it,” — Kyle Melinn one vote for each member of Congress. out what were reportedly “the most expan- Schor said. “If the teacher pulls a gun out of Under HB 5184 of 2011, Michigan would sive gun-control policies” in generations. In his desk and starts shooting, that’s more bul- join Maine and Nebraska in a system where Lansing, state Rep. Andy Schor is prepar- lets flying around.” There’s also the possibil- electoral votes are awarded by congressional ing to introduce his own gun control pro- ity of that teacher dying, leaving one more district. Two additional votes would go to posal that would tighten Michigan’s rules for gun on the ground, Schor said. the statewide winner. openly carrying guns. Last month, Gov. Rick Snyder vetoed Snyder needs Had this system been in effect last During the taping of the “City Pulse legislation that would have eliminated the fall, Mitt Romney would have won six Newsmakers” TV show last week, Schor, ability to open carry in schools, but would of Michigan’s 16 electoral voters. That’s D-Lansing, said he’s reintroducing former have allowed individuals to carry concealed because Michigan’s congressional districts Rep. Joan Bauer’s bill from last session to weapons in those locations. Snyder had Dems were carefully drawn by the Republican ban concealed weapons in libraries. Bauer’s wanted these public entities to be able to opt Legislature to elect nine out of 14 members bill was in response to several incidences out of this requirement, but potential con- Gov. Rick Snyder and legislative of Congress even though Michigan voters of individuals openly carrying guns in the flicts with other laws prevented this amend- Republican leaders have loudly proclaimed preferred Democratic candidates 54 per- Capital Area District Library’s downtown ment from making the final version. their desire to work on a bipartisan basis in cent to 46 percent. branch. One instance involved a shotgun. Steve Dulan, the attorney for the 2013, a far cry from their one-party rule of Nationally, some Republicans are pro- But Schor is taking it a step further. He Michigan Coalition for Responsible Gun the last two years. moting an even more brazen plan that wants to eliminate the ability for licensed Owners, said he doesn’t think the concept The governor’s call is based in large part would award the two statewide votes to the gun owners, or anyone but law enforcement, behind Schor’s proposal is “very logical.” on political necessity. winner of the most congressional districts. to openly carry guns into schools or any oth- “I call this type of legislation the creation of His most significant 2013 proposal is That would have given Romney an 8-8 tie er places that don’t allow concealed weap- mass murderer empowerment zones,” Dulan again raising taxes on families, this time for in Michigan, even though President Obama ons. That lists includes childcare centers, said. “When you establish, in law, a place repairing Michigan’s disintegrating trans- won the state 54.2 percent to 44.7 percent. sports arenas, bars, churches, large enter- where law-abiding citizens are not allowed to portation system. Republican National Committee tainment venues, hospitals and university bring weapons for self defense, you are creat- Snyder knows he Chairman Reince Preibus is openly promot- classrooms. Under state law, those licensed ing a magnet for these mass killers.” needs the Democrats. ing this concept not just in Michigan, but to carry concealed weapons can still openly Dulan noted that “guns are a fact of life” Conservatives are not in all GOP-controlled states that were won carry in these places, even though they can- and that in countries where the citizenry is enthralled with the by President Obama: Ohio, Wisconsin, not carry concealed. not allowed guns — like Australia and Great idea of raising taxes Pennsylvania, Florida and Virginia. Schor said he knows he’s going to get heat Britain — criminals still find ways to obtain any time for anything. The nonprofit Center for Voting and from the National Rifle Association and its guns. The plan has already Democracy reported in December that, allies, but as a gun owner himself, the fresh- He also questioned whether this type of been criticized by had the most extreme version of the new the ultra right wing rules been in effect in those six states last PUBLIC NOTICES walt sorg Mackinac Center. The November, Mitt Romney would have been B/13/056 WOOD AND BRUSH CHIPPING/GRINDING as per the specifications provided by the City Midland-based think tank contends that elected president with 280 electoral votes (it of Lansing. transportation improvements could come takes 270 to win) despite losing the national from cutting other parts of the state budget, popular vote by 5 million. The City of Lansing will accept sealed bids at the FINANCE DEPARTMENT, PURCHASING OFFICE, 8TH FLOOR CITY HALL, 124 W. MICHIGAN AVENUE, LANSING, MICHIGAN 48933 until 3:00 PM specifically suggesting further cuts in com- The center calls the plan “devious,” say- local time in effect on FEB. 12, 2013 at which time bids will be publicly opened and read. pensation for state workers. ing that adding swing state North Carolina Snyder knows he can’t pass another tax (which Romney won by just 2 percent) to Complete specifications and forms required to submit bids are available by calling Stephanie Robinson, CPPB at (517) 483-4128, email: [email protected], or for content increase without a lot of Democratic votes. the list would “effectively lock down the and purpose of this bid contact Paul Dykema, at (517) 483-7674, email: Paul.Dykema@ So, just weeks after infuriating Democrats White House for Republicans: … essentially lansingmi.gov, or go to www.mitn.info . with his blitzkrieg post-election attack on guarantee(ing) them the presidency unless The City of Lansing encourages bids from all vendors including MBE/WBE vendors and Lansing- unions and abortion rights, he’s suddenly a Democrat could win the national popular based businesses. making nice with the “loyal opposition.” It’s vote by a margin of about 10 percent.” a little reminiscent of the laments you hear It could also easily mean the election of a CITY OF EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN in cases of spousal assault: “I’m sorry for president who loses the popular vote, which what happened. That wasn’t the real me. I has only happened four times: 1824, 1876, NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1285 really love you.” 1888 and 2000. It will take more than a few sentences In addition to distorting national AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 50-7 – ARTICLE I – IN GENERAL, SECTION 50-94 OF DIVISION 3 – ARTICLE II –ADMINISTRATIVE in a State of the State speech to earn any elections, the plan would also diminish ENFORCEMENT, SECTION 50-222 OF DIVISION 2 – ARTICLE IV – SINGLE- trust from Democrats after the debacle Michigan’s political clout since, at best, only FAMILY AND TWO-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT, AND SECTION 50-382 that was the lame-duck legislative session three or four of the state’s electoral votes OF DIVISION 2 – ARTICLE V – MULTIPLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS – OF CHAPTER 50 – ZONING – OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF EAST and the endless trampling on the rights of would be truly contested instead of the full LANSING TO ADD REGULATIONS FOR HOUSEHOLD PET DAYCARES legislative Democrats by the oft-autocratic 16. Presidential campaigns would refocus Please take notice that Ordinance No. 1285 was adopted by the East Lansing City Council at the House Speaker Jase Bolger. Democrats are on the remaining winner-take-all swing regular meeting of the Council held on January 15, 2013, and will become effective 7 days after the rightfully skeptical of the return of the 2010 states and presidents seeking to curry politi- publication of the following summary of ordinance. Rick Snyder who claimed to want to end cal favor might give lesser weight to helping ultra partisanship and a Bolger who sud- the state in times of need — such as when, SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 1285 denly embraces bipartisanship. say, the domestic auto industry was on the THE CITY OF EAST LANSING ORDAINS: Snyder could quickly earn some trust brink of bankruptcy. from Democrats with a public pledge to A public pledge to veto such legislation A zoning code amendment to add language to regulate household pet daycares under sections 50-7, 50-94, 50-222, and 50-382 of the City Code. veto legislation that state and national — not just a “not on my agenda” statement Republicans are pushing which would, in — could earn Snyder some badly needed A true copy of Ordinance No. 1285 can be inspected or obtained at the Office of the City Clerk at City effect, make the election of a Republican Democratic support when he really needs it. Hall, 410 Abbot Road, East Lansing, Michigan during normal business hours. president almost automatic. How can And he needs it now. Marie E. McKenna Republicans accomplish that, you ask? (Sorg can be reached at sorg@lansingci- City Clerk Simple: Change the rules in a half- typulse.com.) City Pulse • January 23, 2013 www.lansingcitypulse.com 7

PUBLIC NOTICES PROPOSED FUNDING ALLOCATIONS programs, neighborhood clean-ups, community gardens, home repair classes, tool lending FY 2014 (7/1/13 – 6/30/14) programs, employment training, and community safety. Services are for low- and moderate-income CITY OF LANSING COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OBJECTIVES individuals and/or those in CDBG-eligible areas located within the Lansing city limits.

The primary objective of Lansing's Housing and Community Development Program is the Economic Development $90,000 development of a viable community which will provide standard housing in a suitable living Loans, technical assistance and training to low- and moderate-income owners of and persons environment, principally to benefit low and moderate income persons, preserve and expand existing developing micro-enterprises within or planning to locate within the Lansing city limits. (A micro- businesses and industries, and create an atmosphere conducive to stability in neighborhoods. enterprise is a business with five or fewer employees, including the owner(s).) Estimate 8 people Specific objectives are enumerated as follows: trained and 4 loans issued. Prior year funds may be used. Technical assistance to individuals and for-profit businesses including workshops, technology a. Provide standard housing in a suitable living environment through rehabilitation, new assistance, façade improvement loans/grants, market analysis, business promotion, referrals for construction and improvement of the housing stock primarily in CDBG eligible the attraction of new business and expansion of existing business within CDBG-eligible areas of neighborhoods and in specifically designated housing target areas. Lansing. Estimate 36 individuals and 4 businesses assisted. Creation of jobs to benefit low and moderate-income city of Lansing residents. Estimate 3 jobs b. Provide housing counseling and assistance that will benefit low and moderate-income households. CDBG General Administration (limited to 20%) $327,500 Includes staff and other costs associated with preparation of required c. Promote home ownership for low and moderate-income households and promote Consolidated Planning documents, environmental clearances, fair housing activities and citizen deconcentration of poverty. participation activities associated with the delivery of CDBG, HOME and other state and federal programs. d. Maintain at current levels the number of public and assisted housing units available to low Includes planning and general administration costs associated with delivery of CDBG and other and moderate-income households. state and federal programs. Includes indirect administrative costs and building rent paid to the city.

e. Provide homeless prevention assistance, emergency shelter, re-housing assistance and Total FY2014 CDBG: $1,637,887 supportive human services for people with special needs, people who are homeless and those at risk of becoming homeless. PROPOSED HOME PROGRAM ACTIVITIES AND USE OF FUNDS FY 2014 (7/1/13 – 6/30/14) f. Provide assistance for permanent supportive housing and human services for low and moderate income households with a history of chronic homelessness, including those Down Payment Assistance $135,000 with special needs. Funds provided to homebuyers for down payment and closing costs for purchase of a single-family home located within the Lansing city limits. Up to $15,000 will be available as a 0% interest second g. Promote economic opportunity for low and moderate-income individuals by facilitating mortgage for homebuyers with income at or below 80% of median income. Assistance not limited economic development, providing employment opportunity, sponsoring job training, to first-time homebuyers. May include staff time and/or homeownership counseling fees associated supporting business development, micro-enterprise lending and business or financial with this activity. Estimate 12 housing units. Prior year funds may be used. educational programs and initiatives. New Construction/HOME Rehab/Development Program $237,075 h. Promote economic development to provide jobs, business services and shopping Includes funds for loans and grants for housing construction and rehabilitation. opportunities for residents located in CDBG eligible areas. HOME funds allocated for housing developed in partnership with the city, including Supportive Housing Program (SHP) activities, and Homeowner Purchase Rehab (HPR). Projects may include i. Provide community and neighborhood services, recreational opportunities and public f new construction and rehabilitation activities with non-profit and for-profit developers, including acilities and promote neighborhood social cohesion to improve the quality of life in CDBG CHDOs. Funds may be used for staff time associated with these activities. 2 housing units eligible neighborhoods. estimated in conjunction with partners. Additional units may be completed with prior year funds Also includes loans and grants for rehabilitation of at least 2 owner-occupied housing units. j. Increase security and safety in neighborhoods by supporting public safety and crime prevention initiatives, public educational programs and citizens’ awareness in CDBG eligible areas. Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) Operating (limited to 5%) $26,577 Funds reserved at option of the city to provide operating funds to k. Improve the city’s transportation, public facilities and infrastructure systems in CDBG CHDO’s utilizing HOME funds provided by the city to produce affordable housing in the community. eligible areas. CHDO Set-aside (15% minimum required) $79,730 l. Protect and improve the city’s physical environment, including preventing or eliminating HOME Program set-aside reserved for housing developed, sponsored or owned by CHDOs in blight, removing lead or other safety hazards, preserving historic resources, mitigating partnership with the City. 1 unit estimated. Prior year funds may be used. flood hazards, promoting healthy housing and improving energy fitness in housing occupied by low and moderate-income households. HOME General Administration (limited to 10%) $53,153 Includes staff and general administration costs to deliver HOME program. m. Promote fair housing objectives. Total FY2014 HOME: $531,535 PROPOSED COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT ACTIVITIES AND USE OF FUNDS EMERGENCY SOLUTIONS* GRANT PROGRAM ACTIVITIES FY 2014 (7/1/13 – 6/30/14) AND USE OF FUNDS (Formerly Emergency Shelter Grant) CDBG Single-family, Owner-Occupied Rehab Program/Public Improvements $803,687 FY 2014 (7/1/13 – 6/30/14) Includes loans and grants for rehabilitation of owner-occupied housing units through city sponsored programs, and in conjunction with affordable housing efforts sponsored by nonprofit housing Homeless Assistance corporations and other state and federal agencies. Includes funds to meet lead hazard reduction Funds provided to address homelessness through rapid re-housing $25,858 regulations in rehabilitated structures, funds to assist in emergency rehabilitation, market analysis activities and technical assistance to nonprofit housing corporations, contractors, low- and moderate- Homeless Prevention income households. Includes loans and grants for owner-occupied single-family units through city Funds provided to prevent homelessness $38,786 sponsored programs, loans to rehabilitate historic homes in conjunction with rehabilitation of the unit, and loans or grants for ramps or weatherization. Includes staff, office space, technical assistance, Administrative Activities (limited to 7.5%) training and other direct project costs associated with delivery of Community Development Block Grant, Funds provided to offset the cost of administering emergency solutions program. $13,103 HOME, Emergency Solutions Grant and other State and Federal Programs. 18 housing units estimated. Additional units may be completed with prior year funds. Shelter Operation/Street Outreach $96,966 General street, sidewalk, water/sewer improvements, including assistance to income eligible owner- Funds provided to shelter providers to cover cost of maintenance, operations, insurance, utilities and occupants or those in CDBG-eligible areas for special assessments related to new improvements. Includes furnishings in shelter facilities. Funds provided for street outreach activities improvements to neighborhood parks, recreational facilities; public neighborhood, medical and community facilities in CDBG priority areas. Some improvements may be made with prior years’ funds Total FY2014 $174,713

CDBG Rental Rehab Program/Weaherization $171,000 SUMMARY Includes loans and grants for rehabilitation of rental housing units through city sponsored programs. Includes funds to meet lead hazard reduction regulations in rehabilitated structures. 6 units Estimated Thirty-Eighth Year Community Development Resources: estimated. Includes financing of an Energy Fitness Program and/or Energy Optimization Program to benefit low CDBG Entitlement Grant: $1,637,887 and moderate-income households, 54 housing units estimated with current funding. Additional units HOME Program Funds: 531,535 may be completed with prior year funds ESG Program Funds: 174,713 TOTAL: $2,344,135 Acquisition $900 Includes acquisition, maintenance and security of properties acquired through programs, and Administrative, management and operation costs for the above programs include the administration, activities related to acquisition, disposition, relocation and clearance of dilapidated structures. Funds management and operations of the eligible activities, as well as other federal and state may also be used to acquire properties in the flood plain. Includes staff time associated with this community development programs in which the city is now or may be participating. activity. 1 housing unit estimated. Prior year funds may be used. *Changes due to the HEARTH Act have resulted in transitioning the program name and activities Public Services (limited to 15%) $244,800 from Emergency Shelter Grant Program to Emergency Solutions Grant Program. Includes homeownership counseling and education, neighborhood counseling, youth and senior 8 www.lansingcitypulse.com City Pulse • January 23, 2013

PUBLIC NOTICES

Ingham County is seeking bids for reflective sign faces, complete signs and aluminum CITY OF EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN sheet sign panels for the Ingham County Department of Transportation and Roads. See bid document online at http://pu.ingham.org under the Current Bids link and assigned NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1256 #8-13. Proposals are due on January 25th by 11:00 AM in the Purchasing Office. AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 50-9 OF ARTICLE I – IN GENERAL Ingham County is seeking quotes for Steel Sign Posts for the Ingham County Department of AND SECTION 50-222 OF ARTICLE IV – SINGLE-FAMILY AND TWO- Transportation and Roads. See bid document online at http://pu.ingham.org under the Current Bids FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS OF CHAPTER 50 – ZONING – OF THE link and assigned #10-13. Bids are due on January 30th by 11:00 AM in the Purchasing Office. CODE OF THE CITY OF EAST LANSING AND TO ADD SECTION 50-156, ALTERNATIVE ENERGY GENERATION SYSTEMS RFQP/13/054 REFURBISH NEGOTIATOR BUS as per the specifications provided by the City of Lansing. Please take notice that Ordinance No. 1256 was adopted by the East Lansing City Council at the regular meeting of the Council held on January 15, 2013, and will become effective 7 days after the The City of Lansing will accept sealed proposals at the FINANCE DEPARTMENT, PURCHASING publication of the following summary of ordinance. OFFICE, 8TH FLOOR CITY HALL, 124 W. MICHIGAN AVENUE, LANSING, MICHIGAN 48933 until 3:00 PM local time in effect on FEB. 5, 2013 at which time proposals will be opened. SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 1256

Complete specifications and forms required to submit proposals are available by calling THE CITY OF EAST LANSING ORDAINS: Stephanie Robinson, CPPB at (517) 483-4128, email: [email protected], or for content and purpose of this proposal contact Darin Southworth, at (517) 243-1672, email: A zoning code amendment to add regulations for alternative energy generation systems including [email protected], or go to www.mitn.info . solar energy systems, utility scale solar systems, and wind energy systems under Sections 50-9, 50-222, and 50-156 of the City Code. The City of Lansing encourages proposals from all vendors including MBE/WBE vendors and Lansing- based businesses. A true copy of Ordinance No. 1256 can be inspected or obtained at the Office of the City Clerk at City Hall, 410 Abbot Road, East Lansing, Michigan during normal business hours.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS Marie E. McKenna EAST LANSING PLANNING COMMISSION City Clerk Notice is hereby given of the following public hearings to be held by the East Lansing Planning Commission on Wednesday, February 13, 2013 at 7:00 p.m., in the 54-B District Court, Courtroom 2, 101 Linden Street, East Lansing: CITY OF EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN 1. A public hearing will be held to consider an application from Wolf River Development Company for Site Plan and Special Use Permit approval for the property at 504 Michigan NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1284 Avenue. The applicant is proposing to demolish the existing gas station and construct AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 50-61 – OF DIVISION 2 – ARTICLE II – a four story, mixed-use building containing 21 apartment units. The property is zoned ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT – OF CHAPTER 50 – ZONING – OF B-2, Retail Sales Business District. THE CODE OF THE CITY OF EAST LANSING TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS MEMBERS FROM 6 TO 7 PERSONS 2. A public hearing will be held to consider an application from EL Brewpub, LLC for Site Plan and Special Use Permit approval for the property at 300 Grove Street. The applicant is proposing to construct a restaurant serving alcohol in The Residences Please take notice that Ordinance No. 1284 was adopted by the East Lansing City Council at the building that is under construction. The property is zoned B-3, City Center Commercial regular meeting of the Council held on January 15, 2013, and will become effective 7 days after the District. publication of the following summary of ordinance. Call (517) 319-6930, the Department of Planning, Building and Development, East Lansing City Hall, 410 Abbot Road, East Lansing, for additional information. All interested persons will be given SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 1284 an opportunity to be heard. These matters will be on the agenda for the next Planning Commission meeting after the public hearing is held, at which time the Commission may vote on them. The THE CITY OF EAST LANSING ORDAINS: Planning Commission's recommendations are then placed on the agenda of the next City Council meeting. The City Council will make the final decision on these applications. A zoning code amendment to increase the Zoning Board of Appeal members from 6 to 7 persons and to allow for up to two alternative members where one may be a member of the City Council and the The City of East Lansing will provide reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as interpreters for the other a member of the Planning Commission. These amendments were both made under section hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals 50-61 of the City Code. with disabilities upon request received by the City seven (7) calendar days prior to the meeting. Individuals with disabilities requiring aids or services should write or call the Planning Department, A true copy of Ordinance No. 1284 can be inspected or obtained at the Office of the City Clerk at City 410 Abbot Road, East Lansing, MI 48823. Phone: (517) 319-6930. TDD Number: 1-800-649-3777. Hall, 410 Abbot Road, East Lansing, Michigan during normal business hours.

Marie E. McKenna Marie E. McKenna City Clerk City Clerk

Pursuant to 24 CFR 982.206, Public Housing Commissions must provide public notice to open their waiting list NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING EAST LANSING CITY COUNCIL Lansing Housing Commission is accepting ELECTRONIC preliminary applications for Notice is hereby given of the following public hearing to be held by the East Lansing City Council on South Washington Park Apartment 1 Bedroom and Efficiency Units Tuesday, February 5, 2012 at 7:30 p.m., Council Chambers, 101 Linden Street, to consider: January 17, 2013 until further notice 1. Ordinance No. 1290; an Ordinance to amend Section 28-36 of Article II – Use of Parks – of Chapter You may apply at: www.lanshc.org then clicking the link that says “Apply Here” or by going to 28 – Parks and Recreation – of the Code of the City of East Lansing; an Ordinance prohibiting the https://www.waitlistcheck.com/MI058. possession and consumption of alcohol in Valley Court Park

NOTE: Only Electronic Preliminary Applications may be submitted. ABSOLUTELY NO applications 2. Ordinance No. 1292; an Ordinance to amend Sections 26-401, 26-402, 26-405 and 26-406 and can be submitted at any Lansing Housing Commission office. to repeal Sections 26-403, 26-404, and 26-408 of Division 5 – Smoking and Distribution of Tobacco Products – of Article VI – Nuisances – of Chapter 26 – Offenses – of the Code of the City of East The Lansing Housing Commission is a federally funded Public housing Agency which provides Lansing, Michigan, to conform the prohibition of smoking in public places to State Laws and to prohibit housing opportunities for low-income families. Prior to admission, the LHC verifies the family’s any future tobacco specialty retail stores or cigar bars from allowing smoking on their premises income and other household circumstances, including criminal, landlord and financial history for all adults in the household. 3. Ordinance No. 1293; an Ordinance to amend Article III – Property Maintenance Code – of Chapter 6 – Building and Building Regulations – of the Code of the City of East Lansing by making further Households deemed both eligible and suitable for admission will be offered an opportunity lease local changes to the International Property Maintenance Code, 2006 Edition, known as the Property a unit with LHC. Households have the option of paying either an income based rent (based on Maintenance Code of the City of East Lansing, as adopted at Election 6-171 and amended by Section a family’s ability to pay (usually 30% of a family’s monthly adjusted income), regardless of the 6-175 by amending Section 1006.3 to add a requirement that landlords provide voter registration size of the leased unit) or a flat rent (based on the number of bedrooms in the leased unit). Gas, information and forms to tenants electricity, water and sewer are included in the rent for South Washington Park Apartments.

Priority for admission will be given to applicants who qualify for one or more of LHC’s Local The City of East Lansing will provide reasonable accommodations, such as interpreters for the Preferences (pending verification by LHC): hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at this meeting, upon notice to the City of East Lansing, prior to the meeting. Individuals with disabilities requiring reasonable • Person(s) displaced by a federally declared disaster occurring after July 1,2005 accommodations or services should write or call the City Manager’s Office, 410 Abbot Road, East • Working Families Lansing, MI 48823 (517) 319-6920, TDD 1-800-649-3777. • Victims of Domestic Violence • Elderly or Disabled Marie E. McKenna NOTE: ALL LHC managed properties are NON SMOKING. City Clerk City Pulse • January 23, 2013 www.lansingcitypulse.com 9

The good, the bad,

the up and coming By Andy Balaskovitz

it’s 3:30 on a Wednesday afternoon in REO Town, and it looks more like 1923 than 2013. Dozens of construction workers in fluorescent green jackets are heading toward their cars, filtering outI from a massive, $182 million construction project that towers over the neighborhood. The workday is over. There’s a lot of promise these days for the area bounded by Malcolm X Street to the north, Mt. Hope Avenue to the south, Cedar Street to the east and Townsend Street to the west, known as REO Town. There are also signs of urban decay, which could fairly characterize REO Town’s life since the 1980s. While momentum has been building for several years, much of today’s hope is pinned on the daily influx of a few hundred people. They will be here as part of the Lansing Board of Water and Light’s new $182 million headquarters and cogeneration power plant in the heart of REO Town. The plant is set to be operational in July, with the offices to open in the fall. The public utility is also restoring the historic Grand Trunk Western Railroad Depot adjacent to the site (see page 10). The major investment may be the start of returning REO Town to its glory days when Ransom E. Olds (whom the area’s named after) started producing cars Sam Inglot/City Pulse “People have been talking here in the early 1900s. On Monday, Mayor Will this building save REO Town? With a growing number of redevelopment projects taking over vacant buildings in the to us about possibly moving Virg Bernero will be in neighborhood south of downtown, some say the Lansing Board of Water and Light's new gas-powered, cogeneration to East Lansing or Okemos. the old train depot to power plant will be the true catalyst for REO Town’s reinvention. But we’re Lansing folks. deliver his eighth State It’s where we want to be, of the City address. a really good group of committed people who I think really 25,000-square-foot building was virtually gutted down to And perhaps more believe in the area and want to see what it can be. That’s the exterior walls, flooring and roof, Arnold said. and it’s the demographic than anywhere else in been a huge impact on just the outlook and morale of the When Arnold bought the property five years ago, “You’d we’re going after.” Lansing — downtown, business community. Now it’s like people get together and think (a resurgence) was going to happen and then the Old Town and the are looking toward the future.” economy started sputtering. It didn’t really go anywhere Jesse Hahn, co-owner of Fork north, south, east and for a while. Now you’re starting to see some really positive in the Road restaurant, on west sides — REO Coming changes,” Arnold said, referring to BWL as well as the two plans to open a restaurant Town is a symbol of The nine REO Town business owners, residents, public nonprofits about to move into his building. “We just hope in REO Town the city’s progress. officials, developers and visitors interviewed for this it will continue.” Major redevelopment story placed more emphasis on the renovations and new Jesse Hahn, a co-owner of Fork in the Road, called REO is happening across the construction in REO Town than the vacancies. Town “kind of that new frontier” of Lansing — and with easy street from boarded-up storefronts. High-end apartments Local developers Alan Hooper and Tom Arnold are access to Interstate 496, close proximity to downtown and a neighbor crumbling housing stock. Businesses are eager redeveloping properties on the 1100 block of South relatively quiet food scene, moving there is an easy choice. to move into renovated storefronts as a long-time anchor Washington Avenue, dividing the buildings for multiple “We’re trying to get there before other people get there,” business owner is trying to get out. Art and craft beer uses. he said. “It seems like a good area to be.” festivals occur in the late summer and winter months while In the former Michigan Electrical Supply building at Hahn said it’s undecided whether Fork in the Road will an innovative food project fizzled out a few years ago. The 1118 S. Washington, Arnold is turning the three-story add the gastro pub location — with a focus on Michigan yin and yang of Lansing is captured in REO Town. building into an upscale residential apartment, offices craft beer and wine and locally sourced food — under Ryan Wert, who has lived on Elm Street for eight years for the Great Lakes Capital Fund and the Community a different name or if it will relocate the west Lansing and owns a recording studio nearby, says in his eight years Economic Development Association of Michigan and business. He hopes the REO Town location will be open here, REO Town’s resurgence has gained steam, from first-floor restaurant space. It’s been three years since by late 2014 as the building’s redevelopment finishes. “wishful thinking” to “concrete things in motion.” Wert, the Lansing City Council approved tax incentives for the “People have been talking to us about possibly moving 30, also serves on the REO Town Commercial Association. property. The owners behind Fork in the Road, a gourmet to East Lansing or Okemos,” Hahn said last week. “But “Many of the same struggles from before are struggles food truck that opened a restaurant on Lansing’s west side, we’re Lansing folks. It’s where we want to be, and it’s the now: A commercial corridor not occupied, buildings plan to open a gastro pub in Arnold’s space in 2014. The demographic we’re going after.” burning down, empty lots. But there’s also a lot more nonprofit tenants, whom Arnold credited for helping his Meanwhile, Hooper is more guarded about plans for coming,” Wert said. “The last two to three years have seen redevelopment along, plan to be moved in by April 1. The See REO Town, Page 10 10 www.lansingcitypulse.com City Pulse • January 23, 2013

will ramp up in the spring after it was Michigan artists with craft beer from their the failed Cadillac Club eight years ago at REO Town delayed this summer during Washington hometowns, Nye said. 1121 S. Washington in an old bowling alley Avenue construction. While he said “It’s about helping people discover REO and “thought that would be the catalyst from page 9 potential leasers have expressed interest in Town. It’s us saying, ‘Look, we’re on our way to get things going down here. I was dead the site, he declined to share who they are. back,’” she said. “It’s to help people realize wrong on that. … Now this new BWL plant his building at 1146 S. Washington. Hooper Hooper and Arnold aren’t alone. At 1135 we’ve weathered the storm, basically.” hopefully is going to be the catalyst and sought the site, formerly Ramon’s Mexican S. Washington, Paul Trowbridge opened (Unfortunately for Nye, the bar had been makes the difference.” restaurant, from the Ingham County Land Cuttin Up barbershop in November. robbed of several bottles of liquor the night Sheets says he’s ready to get out of the Bank before he knew of BWL’s plans. Trowbridge is a former owner of Barber before I stopped in — the first such incident furniture business and move on to fixing up He closed on the site in April 2011 for Love on Lansing’s Eastside. At 1107 S. in the 10 years she’s been there, she said.) houses and renting them throughout the city. $160,000, according to property records. Washington, a Famous Taco opened late “I would love to find a buyer for any of “I really wasn’t expecting the level of last year. The REO Town Pub is rebranding And going these buildings,” Sheets said. investment and redevelopment that the city itself to offer more Michigan craft beer to Across the street from Arnold’s and At the Famous Taco location, which used and the Board of Water and Light have made target a new demographic. Hooper’s projects, though, is a businessman to be Dalmatians Firehouse Grille — a diner down there,” he said. “It’s been awesome. If Roxanne Nye, who owns REO Town looking to get out of Dodge. “Discount” once frequented by local police and firefighters you step back and kind of squint and look Pub at 1145 S. Washington and also lives Dave Sheets owns two furniture stores on — and then the Southern Grille, local into the future about a year, it’s going to be above it, is helping coordinate Art & Washington Avenue totaling 50,000 square developer Pat Gillespie had plans for a small a really nice little area down there.” Craft BeerFest on Feb. 2 in REO Town. feet, as well as a vacant lot that resulted from restaurant concept as part of the REO Eats Construction on the building, which he Taking place in Arnold’s building at a fire nearly four years ago. Sheets put his Project. Architectural renderings and a social says will likely house two or three tenants, 1118 S. Washington, the event will pair “heart, soul and life savings” into opening See REO Town, Page 11

Depot gets new shot at history BWL gives REO Town’s Grand Trunk railroad station $2.8 million makeover

By LAWRENCE COSENTINO neglected depot, according to BWL General A strangely lopsided, unlikely Manager J. Peter Lark. The utility simply architectural tableau has opened to view needed the Washington Avenue property on South Washington Avenue in Lansing’s because of its proximity to city steam lines. REO Town. Once the depot was in the BWL’s hands, Deep in the south shadow of the Lansing however, Lark sensed a rare opportunity Board of Water and Light’s mountainous and greenlighted a plan to fold the depot’s new co-generation power plant, nearing restoration cost into the project’s overall Photos by Lawrence Cosentino and Sam Inglot/City Pulse completion and set to go on line in July, $182 million budget. Before (July 2010) and after (Tuesday): As part of the Board of Water and Light's $182 million sparkles a storybook-castle Grand Trunk Now Lark is bemused when he goes cogeneration power plant project, the Grand Trunk Western Railroad Depot immediately to Western Railroad depot, newly restored by around the state and the country to talk the south is being fully restored. BWL officials hope it will be fully open to the public. the BWL to its 1903 glory. about the new cogeneration plant. Listed on the national and state historic “The question I keep getting is, ‘How’s registers but abandoned and crumbling the depot?’” he said. “People have a real but at least the restoration was done the restoration: Lark, project director Susan for the past 10 years, the depot is spiffed abiding interest in depots, more so than right way, and I don’t know if anybody else Devon and managing director Dick Peffley. up and ready to step back into history power plants. We’re going to get a lot of would have funded it,” Nemitz said. The Grand Trunk Western Railroad when Lansing Mayor Virg Bernero gives worth out of it.” A Detroit firm, Spier & Rohns, designed Association gave the utility the original his State of the City address there at 7 p.m. The depot, like the BWL, will have quasi- the depot and several others in Michigan, plans for the depot, and restorers also Monday. public status. Lark said the utility’s eight- including the 1902 Union Depot of Lansing, used period photos for reference. The The $2.8 million makeover and Bernero’s member Board of Commissioners will hold which is Clara’s Restaurant. main interior floor, seriously damaged by visit are only the latest stories for a building public meetings at the station, which seats Design work on the restoration started water, was torn out and completely rebuilt. that could tell a lot of them. Through four about 200. During the day, the BWL will in January 2011. Exterior work began the Elegant tile mosaic in the entryway, wars and a century of economic ups and also use the depot for staff training and following June. buried under carpet, was repaired and downs, the Jacobean Revival station with the other meetings. The depot’s thousands of curved clay cleaned. Heavy oak window frames and witch’s-hat roof saw thousands of partings “We will open it up to the REO Town roof tiles were too far gone to repair, so the wainscoting were painstakingly repaired and arrivals before it was decommissioned community for community events,” Lark design team contacted the roof’s original and refinished. Designers cleared the in 1971. The worst railroad accident in said. “We expect and hope the community manufacturer, the Ohio-based Ludowici airy interior of restaurant-era clutter and Lansing’s history happened there on Oct. 7, will be able to use the building, particularly Roof Tile Co., a 120-year-old company with squeezed modern HVAC equipment into 1941, killing a newsboy and upending cars after 5 o’clock.” Old World roots that go back to Renaissance a crawlspace and attic. loaded with fresh fruit. President Gerald Two design firms, Ann Arbor’s Quinn Rome. The roof’s 75-year warranty had run Workers found history everywhere, Ford had a steak sandwich there in 1976, Evans and Cornerstone of Grand Rapids, its course and then some, but BWL jumped including clear evidence of the repair work after it was turned into a restaurant. shared the design work on the restoration. at the chance to spring for another round of on the west end where the train hit the In the last 10 years, the depot decayed Two Lansing-based companies, Granger roof tiles from the original makers. station in 1941. into an abandoned ruin where junkies shot Construction and Christman Co., did the “Those tiles are exactly the same as The restoration is respectful, almost up in the dark. Its broken roof tiles, dangling exterior and interior work, respectively. the ones that were put on in 1902,” BWL austere, except for one dramatic touch. boards and gutted windows looked ripe for Preservation expert Tom Nemitz, Commissioner Pete Kramer said. Gleaming Three unnerving bat-shaped light fixtures the wrecking ball in July 2010, when the president of Cornerstone, admitted the copper flashing and gutters, also true to the swoop through the cathedral-like transept BWL unveiled plans for a new, gas-fired power plant and the depot make an odd original design, will help the roof make it gallery on the depot’s east end. Although power plant to replace the aging Eckert couple, but said the city is lucky the building through another century, Kramer predicted. the bat lights are accurate for the period, Station nearby. was saved at all. As owner representative, Kramer worked they were probably never in the depot. The BWL didn’t set out to adopt a “It’s not the context I would have selected, closely with three key BWL staffers on the “It was a guilty pleasure,” Nemitz said. City Pulse • January 23, 2013 www.lansingcitypulse.com 11

all optimistic that come June or July things REO Town will be dramatically different on that block.” from page 10 And coming back? To the north is a conspicuous vacant lot media blitz for public input on the restaurant’s with large white letters greeting visitors concept surfaced at the end of 2010. From to REO Town. The site was home to the there, the project fizzled out, said Wert of the Deluxe Inn, a hotel that slowly deteriorated commercial association. He said Gillespie had into a seedy eyesore. The Ingham County trouble finding someone to manage the day- Land Bank acquired the property through to-day operations of a restaurant. foreclosure and cleared it in September “They sort of got it through the idea 2010. A local developer and Land Bank phase. He hoped to put the project together Chairman Eric Schertzing unveiled a $30 and pass it off to someone,” he said. “I think million mixed use “vision” for the site. At the when the new captain never emerged, that time, Schertzing said it was nothing more idea kind of died out, unfortunately.” than an idea without a dollar behind it. Gillespie could not be reached for He’s had “nibbles” at the property, “but comment. not the level I’d like.” The plan is to send Also, Wert said some REO Town out a Request for Proposals to develop the businesses were negatively impacted site. “Whether that will attract anyone or this summer when the city started its not, I don’t know,” Schertzing said. WhAt Is streetscaping plan, which widened But many agree it’s prime property. As Washington Avenue sidewalks and reduced for changes in real estate prices, Schertzing Preschool Worth? the number of lanes from four to two. couldn’t isolate REO Town from other Some business owners are concerned about areas of the city, except that when the BWL How valuable is early education to children in Michigan and how do we pay for it? Join Michigan the reduced number of on-street parking announced its plans, “The number of for- Radio’s Jennifer White for an “Issues & Ale” discussion of early childhood education in Michigan. spaces, which Nye estimated decreased by sale houses went down — a lot got picked We’ll look at the benefits of preschool not only for the poor, but for society as a whole; and try to one-third. The timing of the city’s project up,” he said. “That tells you that at least the understand why, if early education is so important, it isn’t more accessible. with that of BWL’s infrastructure work — investor market place responded. Issues & Ale Sponsored by Michigan Radio’s State of Opportunity separate, but timed coincidentally — was a “I think the potential of REO Town is Thurs., Jan. 31, 6:30–8 pm sign for some businesses to take “an early greater than it was two years ago,” said ConnXtions Comedy Club retirement,” while others weren’t “so happy Schertzing, who is also Ingham County 2900 N. East St., Lansing with the timing,” Wert said. treasurer. “BWL isn’t just a magic bullet Free admission “In general I think people viewed it as the that’s going to transform the place, but 18 and over storm before the calm: It’s going to be bad, but certainly it’s going to transform the stateofopportunity.michiganradio.org it will be worth it in the end,” Wert said. “We’re corridor.”

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ARTS & CULTURE ART BOOKS FILM MUSIC THEATER Courtesy Photo Lured to the Pink Floyd’s landmark album “Dark Side of the Moon,” typically ‘Dark Side’ a laser light-and-fog machine spectacle, gets Pink Floyd-themed concert an interpretive dance coincides with leadership adaptation this weekend change at Happendance by Happendance. By STEFANIE POHL issy Lilje couldn’t have planned it better if she had Missy Lilje Mtried. She was recently named executive director for Happendance, the ar- ea’s only self-sustained professional dance Lilje explains, these dance company, mere weeks before fulfilling a events — called “happen- lifelong dream — setting choreography to ings” — would have com- Pink Floyd’s “Dark Side of the Moon.” pany members taking dance “The first time I heard Pink Floyd, I out of the theaters and into was in high school, a time in a person’s life places where anyone might where you’re trying to find your own voice,” just walk by and see it hap- she said. “I found that this was some great pening. Accessibility has music that not a lot of my friends had heard been the priority of Hap- of before. And it just stuck.” pendance ever since. The album, which Lilje met Newman when “This Is turns 40 years old in she began taking classes March, has been a source with the company at 7 years Happendance” of inspiration for Lilje old. Thirty years later, her featuring the music of Pink Floyd’s “Dark for years. Lilje admits connection with Happen- Side of the Moon” the choice of music was dance — and its founder Jan. 25-26 “pretty self-indulgent.” — runs deep. Although this 8 p.m. “It’s always been a thing that came to mind.” particularly in the realm of “sleep depriva- event coincides with Newman’s retirement Adults $15/students & seniors $12 dream to just make one Lilje hopes that by using a mainstream, tion and feeling just a bit crazy at the end of from CEO duties with Happendance, she (Preview night, 8 giant dance out of it,” popular piece of music, there will be an op- the day.” Those themes, Lilje says, are uni- will continue to direct and teach at the p.m. Jan. 24) she said. “And I thought, portunity for a broader audience to be in- versal for parents and non-parents alike. school. The opportunity for Lilje to cho- LCC’s Dart why not this year?” terested in and enjoy modern dance. The The dance piece Lilje has choreo- Auditorium reograph a full, concert-length piece at the 500 N. Capitol Ave., As artistic director Pink Floyd section will last 45 minutes. graphed tracks the journey of one woman time of this transition has become a tribute Lansing for the last seven years, Other pieces include one by Danielle Selby, coping with insomnia who goes through of sorts to her mentor. happendance.org Lilje, 37, has had much one of Happendance’s professional dancers. a breakdown before finding a peaceful “I feel like a product of Happendance,” experience directing Another component to the production resolution. Lilje said. “And not just me, but thousands performances but until now hasn’t been re- is what Lilje calls “structured improvisa- At an afterglow party this weekend, Lilje of other students who are very successful sponsible for the entire content of a piece. tion” of dance, inspired by text provided takes over as Happendance's executive di- and empowered. (Diane) is a part of our “I just felt that I needed to take this next by members of the community about how rector from Diane Newman, who founded worldview. We are confident, worthy, de- step and bite off a bigger project for my they feel about “Dark Side of the Moon.” In the professional company 37 years ago. In termined — she just keeps pumping out own development,” she said. “And when interpreting the music to create a narrative 1976, the company produced its first con- women into the world with these traits. I thought about doing something long, for the dance piece, Lilje used her own ex- cert outdoors on the banks of the Red Ce- Anything I’ve offered to Happendance she (“Dark Side of the Moon”) was the first periences as a mother of two for inspiration, dar River at Michigan State University. As is responsible for.”

Courtesy Photo lidified.” William Shatner, 81, has worked consistently in film Shatner is $#*! William and television for over 60 years, including the behind the ‘60s seminal sci-fi series “Star Trek,” the ‘80s wheel of crap-tastic cop show “T.J. Hooker,” the ‘00s his one- Shatner says procedural law dramedy “Boston Legal” and, man show most recently, the low-rated sitcom “$#*! My “Shatner’s Legendary TV, movie personality brings Dad Says.” And Thursday, the actor formerly World,” one-man show to Wharton known as Captain Kirk brings his one-man coming to By ALLAN I. ROSS show, “Shatner’s World: We Just Live in It,” to the Wharton Scrolling through William Shatner’s IMDb the Wharton Center for an evening of … well, Center on profile is like studying the pop culture fossil maybe it’s best to let him explain it. Thursday. record — an assertion he all but confirms after “I talk about music, comedy, horses, motor- I tell him, in a bold understatement, that he’s cycles, love, death,” he said by phone from Los had a long career. “I’ve been around so long,” he said, “I’ve so- See Shatner, Page 17 City Pulse • January 23, 2013 www.lansingcitypulse.com 13 14 www.lansingcitypulse.com City Pulse • January 23, 2013 City Pulse • January 23, 2013 www.lansingcitypulse.com 15 16 www.lansingcitypulse.com City Pulse • January 23, 2013 City Pulse • January 23, 2013 www.lansingcitypulse.com 17

reportedly successful at transferring January 24 - February 24, 2013 quantum information about 88 miles be- A hilariously funny and achingly Shatner tween two of the Canary Islands off the from page 12 African coast.) poignant journey exlploring love, loss On his straight “Boston Legal” charac- and the healing power of family. Angeles. “All the amusing things that I ter, Denny Crane, infamously marrying his (Contains mature themes and lanuage.) want to talk about. Expect to be enter- straight friend/partner, played by James tained, expect to laugh and expect to be Spader, in the show’s final episode: Pay-What-You-Can Preview made to think.” “I’m pro-love. (Our characters) did it Thursday, Jan. 24 @ 8PM Wait, did he sneak motorcycles in for tax reasons, but if gay people want there? to make it official and have (their union) $15 Previews “Adds to the mystery, doesn’t it?” he blessed by the state, I’m for that.” Jan. 25 @ 8pm, Jan. 26 @ 8pm said coyly. Besides the occasional spoken word Jan. 27 @ 2pm and Jan. 31 @ 8pm The 90-minute show is part autobi- tour, these days Shatner mostly does Featuring: Eric Eilersen, Andrew Head, ography, part performance piece and voice work, cameos and walk-on roles Lydia Hiller, John Manfredi & Emily Sutton-Smith part philosophical exposition about his that riff on his “Star Trek” fame or his take on life. And he does like to keep you stilted … pattern … of line delivery. Al- A collaboration with the MSU Department of Theatre and guessing, jumping in our interview from though the art of self-parody can be a co-production with the Jewish Ensemble Theatre. the state of science fiction to science fact traced (at least) back to Chaucer, Shatner to state-sanctioned same-sex marriages. is probably the poster child for it. Inter- Williamston Theatre On how advances in filmmaking tech- estingly, his particular brand of good-na- by Deborah Zoe Laufer 122 S Putnam St.,Williamston nology have made science fiction more tured humor may have played a vital role 517-655-7469 palatable: in the de-nerdifying of sci fi, particularly Directed by Tony Caselli www.williamstontheatre.org “(Computer-generated imagery) when it comes to his own brand. “Star has grown to such an extent that it has Trek Into Darkness,” the sequel to the re- changed the face of sci fi. When I was do- boot of the franchise Shatner launched, Happendance Professional Company Presents: ing ‘Star Trek,’ the sets and special effects is anticipated to be one of the summer’s were so primitive that they were negli- biggest hits — its 2009 predecessor net- gible. Now it’s hard to tell the difference ted $385 million worldwide on a budget This Is Happendance between CGI and real life — CGI has of $150 million. Featuring the Music of: made sci fi real. He may not pop up in the new incar- “Shatner’s World: What used to be nation of the film series, but with “Shat- We Just Live In It” Cecil B. DeMi- ner’s World,” he’s proving that he’s not Pink Floyd’s 7:30 p.m. lle and 10,000 quite ready to be mothballed yet. So what Jan. 24 extras is now all does the classically trained actor/direc- $78-$38 done on a com- tor/writer/singer see as his legacy to the Dark Side of the Moon Wharton Center puter.” entertainment world? (800) WHARTON On the possi- “The basic form of entertainment has whartoncenter.com Choreographed & Directed by Missy Lilje bility of one day never varied,” Shatner said. “Around the being beamed up campfire, people told stories and listen- by a real-life transporter: ers had to use their imaginations. As a January 25th & 26th, 8 P.M. “They seem to have been able to move result, the theater of the mind is limit- Dart Auditorium, LCC Campus a molecule from one electrical point to less. Words evoke something in your another, and if you can move one mol- head that is entirely your own — that’s Adults $15.00 • Students/Seniors $12.00 ecule, eventually you’ll be able to move the basis of entertainment. It’s the ac- billions.” (He’s talking about a 2007 tele- tor connecting with the audience. And Tickets/Info: 517-333-3528 portation experiment by a researcher that’s what will happen at the Wharton from the University of Vienna that was Center.” Advanced Sales: www.happendance.org At the door, check/cash only

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With the support of: Michigan Council for Arts & Cultural Affairs The National Endowment for the Arts 18 www.lansingcitypulse.com City Pulse • January 23, 2013 Feb. 1-3, 2013 at the Lansing Center “Something to feel good about” with Featured Speaker Helen Philips, 2009 winner of Biggest Loser Over 275 Booths & Seminars Latin 101 Peppermint Creek musical bridges a BRING THIS AD IN AND SAVE $1 ON REGULAR ADULT ADMISSION NOT VALID for special engagements or Meijer tickets. Card good for one admission only gap between cultures 333 E. Michigan Ave. www.kohlerexpo.com Find us on Facebook! By DANA CASADEI Sponsored by: Washington Heights is a neighborhood in the New York City borgough of Manhat- tan, known for its large Domincan popu- lation. This weekend, Pep- Preview permint Creek Theatre Co. is bridging the geographical and cultural gap between Lansing and that neighborhood with their latest show, “In the Heights.” “I knew it was going to be a challenge but I felt Peppermint Creek usually takes risks with shows that they put on,” said the OUR ANNUAL show’s director, Chad DeKatch. WINTER CLEARANCE SALE He said everyone received a crash IS UNDERWAY course in Latin American traditions, lan- guage and family dynamics, which all played important parts in bringing that 40% 50% OFF culture to the stage. Photo by John Douglas Photography “That’s uni- Selected Jewelry, Glass, Brennan Hattaway (left) and Hattie “In the Heights” versal no matter Pottery, Fiber, Paper Rutledge in “In the Heights,” a musical set Peppermint Creek Theatre what state you’re in the mostly Latin American neighborhood Co. in,” DeKatch said. 211 M.A.C. Avenue, East Lansing | 517.351.2211 | mackerelsky.com Jan. 24-Feb. 2 of Washington Heights in Manhattan. 8 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays; He says that 2 p.m. Sundays while the show Miller Performing Arts Center, may take place in spiritual guidance from Hawking; and her 6025 Curry Lane, Lansing a community far $17 adults/$12 students and father hasn't changed his clothes in years seniors away from Lan- and remains rooted in his chair. (517) 372-0945 sing, its universal Joining the Williamston Theatre for this peppermintcreek.org themes will ring production are three MSU theater students. true for everyone, The theater has maintained a formal rela- no matter the race or ethnicity. Subjects in- tionship with the university since 2007, set- clude immigrant parents putting pressure ting aside a show each year for a collabora- on their first-generation American kids to tion. This mutually beneficial relationship maintain cultural customs, the power of has given students community and the challenge of dreaming a chance at profes- “End Days” big. sional experience Williamston Theatre as actors, stage as- Jan. 24-Feb. 24 sistants and other 8 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays; The physicist, the King positions. 3 p.m. Saturdays (starting “The students Feb. 2); 2 p.m. Sundays Pay-what-you-can Jan. 24; and the son of God gain experience $15 preview performances and understand- January 25- 31 Cast for offbeat family comedy combines ing for after Regular pricing begins Feb. 1: $20 Thursdays/ MSU students and professional actors school, and we get Friday-Saturday evenings; great young ac- $22 Saturday-Sunday matinees/$10 students/$2 By DYLAN SOWLE tors,” Caselli said. senior discount A heartfelt comedy about a family re- “And they have 122 S. Putnam St. covering from the aftermath of 9/11, with such a great en- Williamston some help from Stephen Hawking, an Elvis ergy that's really (517) 655-7469 impersonator and Jesus. This brief overview refreshing.” williamstontheatre.com alone is enough to make “End Days,” the up- “End Days” was coming production at the Williamston The- specifically chosen because of the many roles atre, strikingly unique. fit for younger actors. The students compose The story revolves around the members the younger half of the cast, as well as the of the Stein family who have fled New York bizarre, yet fully intentional double cast- City for the suburbs after the terrorist at- ing of Andrew Head as Jesus and Stephen tacks on Sept. 11, 2001. Sylvia, the mother, Hawking. Caselli said that despite its darker has developed a close friendship with Jesus; backstory, the heart of this play is about co- Rachel, the goth teenage daughter, receives existence. City Pulse • January 23, 2013 www.lansingcitypulse.com 19 Listings deadline is 5 p.m. the THURSDAY BEFORE publication. Paid classes will be listed in print at the cost of one enrollment (maximum $20). Please submit them to the events calendar at www.lansingcitypulse.com. If you need help, please call Dana at (517) 999-5069. Email information to [email protected]. JAN. 25 Boogie down In 1966, Lansing band The Woolies, led by “Boogie” Bob Baldori, had a Billboard Hot 100 hit with their cover of Bo Diddley’s “Who Do You Love.” This Friday, Baldori will join award-winning pianist Arthur Migliazza at The Avenue Café for of jazz, blues and rock. The duo will be joined by Bee Metros and Marky D. Baldori (a.k.a., Snap Johnson). 4-7 p.m. $10. The Avenue Café, 2021 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. boogiestomp.com. JAN. 26 Warm up Now that winter is in full swing, it may be hard to believe, but yes, there are reasons to enjoy the cold. This Saturday, Woldumar Nature Center hosts “‘Chili’ Winter Evening,” which includes winter activities such as horse-drawn sleigh rides, snowshoeing and live music beside a roaring bonfire. If you aren’t a fan All around good service of winter coat weather, there will also be plenty to Over 300 businesses were nominated for this do inside, including a silent auction and chili dinner. year’s second annual Celebrated Service Award, 2-10 p.m. $15, $12 students/seniors/Woldumar which recognizes local businesses that inspire the members, $10 12 and under, $5 Music ONLY (after community. Now through Jan. 31 online voting will 7pm). Pre-registration required. Woldumar Nature take place at celebratedservice.com, letting the public decide who wins. The finalists can be found Center, 5739 Old Lansing Road, Lansing. (517) 322- at celebratedservice.com/nominees. Finalists were 0030. woldumar.org. Courtesy Photo nominated by Celebration! Cinema employees in six cities, including Lansing, based on their experience. Employees then met to narrow down the group of finalists. The winner from each of the six cities will be awarded $5,000 and movie watch parties for JAN. 27 their employees. Listen in Wednesday, January 23 The animal stars of children’s books are usually cute Classes and Seminars dogs or cats, with the occasional mouse or fish mixed Escape & Rejuvenate. Meditative movement & guided in. But this Sunday, London’s Tall Stories Theatre Co. meditation. 12:15 p.m. FREE. ACC Natural Healing and will bring “The Gruffalo” to life on the Wharton stage. Wellness, 617 Ionia, Lansing. massageandwellnesslansing. “The Gruffalo,” based on Julia Donaldson’s children’s com, meetup.com/lansingbodymindspirit. Drawing Class. For all levels with Shirley Hazlett. book of the same name, follows a mouse traveling Pre-registration required. 1-3:30 p.m. $50 for 4 through the woods on a hunt for hazelnuts. On his weeks. Gallery 1212 Fine Art Studio, 1212 Turner St., journey, he runs into a few creatures, including a fox Lansing. and an owl, that hope to make him their lunch, only Community Yoga. Power yoga for all levels. 6 to be frightened off by mouse’s story of the Gruffalo, p.m. FREE. Just B Yoga, 106 Island Ave., Lansing. a ravenous half grizzly bear/half buffalo. And what (517) 488-5260. After School Youth Gardening Program. Ages happens when mouse runs into the Gruffalo? Viewers 11-17. 3:30-5:30 p.m. FREE. Hunter Park Community will have to come find out. 1:30 p.m. & 4 p.m. $13. Pasant GardenHouse, 1400 block of E. Kalamazoo St., Theatre, Bogue St. and Wilson Road, East Lansing. (517) Lansing. Courtesy Photo 432-2000. whartoncenter.com. ESOL Reading Group. Practice reading & See Out on the Town, Page 21 JAN. 27 & 28 Blow out The older your get, the less important the number of candles on your birthday cake become. Do you really want to count out 56 candles? Didn’t think so. This Sunday and Monday, the College of Music is celebrating a birthday that would have needed a lot of cakes to set up all the candles — Wofgang Amadeus Mozart, who would have been 256. Bringing some of the beloved composer’s music alive are performers Corbin Wagner, horn; Dmitri Berlinsky, violin; Suren Bagratuni, cello; Yuri Gandelsman, viola; and pianists Deborah Moriarty, Panayis Lyras and Sangmi Lim. Marcie Ray will give a preview lecture 45 minutes before each performance. LANSING - OFF SOUTH CEDAR AT 1-96 3 p.m. Jan. 27; 7:30 p.m. Jan. 28. $15 adults, $12 seniors, $5 students. Cook Recital Hall, Music Building, 333 W. VISIT CELEBRATIONCINEMA.COM OR CALL 393-SHOW Circle Drive, East Lansing. music.msu.edu. 20 www.lansingcitypulse.com City Pulse • January 23, 2013

Steel Wheels at 'The Fiddle' Unitarian Universalist Church, 855 Grove St., East Lansing, all turn it ages, 8 p.m., $15 public, $12 Fiddle members, $5 students. The Steel Wheels, a Virginia-based four-piece folk band, returns to The Ten Pound Fiddle on Friday. The Steel Wheels tap into Americana traditions, but add a fresh-sounding acoustic fervor. The band's latest album, “Lay Down Lay Low,” captures the band’s live energy while also blending in carefully crafted lyrics, of- Down ten celebrating what the band calls “the good struggle.” The band features lead vocalist Trent Wagler, mandolin player Jay Lapp, bassist Brian Dickel and fiddler A survey of Lansing's Eric Brubaker. Larry Groce of Mountain Stage called the band “Americana mu- fri. jan. musical Landscape sic at its very best.” “Lay Down Lay Low” is the anticipated follow-up to “Red Wing,” which ranked in the Americana Music Association's Top 100 Albums of By Rich Tupica 25TH the Year in 2010 and spent 13 weeks on the Top 40 Americana radio charts.

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2700 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing, The Loft, 414 E. Michigan Ave., Fahrenheit Ultra Lounge, 6810 S. The Loft, 414 E. Michigan Ave., all ages, $8, Lansing, all ages, $6 advance, $8 door, Cedar St., Lansing, 18+ $10, $20 Lansing, 18+, $10 advance, doors 7 5 p.m. 6 p.m. advance VIP, 9 p.m. (989) 392-3063. p.m. to 2 a.m. The guys in Catalina Wine Mixer grew up The annual Homegrown Throwdown is an As a member of the Taylor Gang, a varied Returning for its fifth year, the annual on a heavy dose of Blink 182 and Coheed old-school style battle of the bands hosted crew of emcees led by rap superstar Wiz Middle of the Mitten local showcase, hosted and Cambria and, since the Holt-based band’s by The Loft and Q106 each year. This time Khalifa, Chevy Woods has been steadily by The Record Lounge, happens over three formation in 2007, that poppy punk sound around, the series is spread across five nights moving up the ranks in the world of hip-hop. days: Thursday at the Record Lounge, Friday has been mirrored in their tunes. Friday the and will host 24 Michigan-based bands. Friday Friday he performs at Fahrenheit, an event at (SCENE) Metrospace and Saturday at The band releases an EP at Mac’s Bar. Opening will feature Off the Ledge, Memories For hosted by Peezy Promotions and MIC Club. Loft. Saturday features Elliot Street Luna- the show are Doctor Jones, Lights Out and Tomorrow, Fatal Tattoo, Forever There After, Sharing the bill are other local Taylor Gang tic, Life Sized Ghost, Calcaska, Royal Hoax, The Tumors. Over the past six years Catalina Six String Bully and The Getout. Off the Ledge, members, including the Blat! Pack, Green Simien the Whale, Midwest, Bicylce Sunday Wine Mixer has played high-energy pop previously known as Hair of the Dog, includes Skeem, C-Will, Cho City, Ahmad and DJ and The HandGrenades. Headliner Elliot shows from Lansing to Chicago. They’ve also Matt Shannon (vocals, guitar, melodica), Tab Eclipse. Chevy Woods made his mark on a Street Lunatic released its first 7-inch vinyl in opened for bands like Mustard Plug and Laura Wakley (guitar), Ian Wallace (bass) and drum- number of early Wiz mixtapes like “Grow December. The release includes spots from Stevenson. The band, which includes lead mer Chip Herbert. The band plays a mix of Season” and “Prince of the City Pt. 2.” The local hip-hop artists Philthy and The Amature. vocalist/guitarist John Bradford, bassist Jona- covers and originals and describes its sound two rappers met in Pittsburgh and were soon The Middle of the Mitten showcase was than Andrews, rhythm guitarist David Robb as “one part alternative rock, two parts blues, recording tracks and touring the country. Last founded by Joel Heckman, who started the and drummer Mike Bologna, was originally a a bit of funk, topped with a little jazz, a dash year Woods released his landmark tape, “Red event when he was an employee at Record cover band, but after a handful of shows they of folk and a pinch of pop.” They cite Dave Cup Music,” a project with guests like Juicy J Lounge. Today the event lives on as a celebra- began penning their own songs. Mathews and Jack White as influences. and French Montana. tion of each Record Lounge anniversary.

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LIVE & LOCAL Wednesday Thursday Friday Sat u r day The Avenue Café, 2021 E. Michigan Ave. Peter Nelson Jazz Quartet, 9 p.m. Boogie Bob Baldori & Arthur Migliazza, 4 p.m. Linda Abar & Elden Kelly, 8 p.m. Bar 30, 2324 Showtime Drive D.J. Skitzo, 10 p.m. D.J. John Beltran, 10 p.m. D.J. John Beltran, 10 p.m. D.J. Skitzo, 10 p.m. Colonial Bar, 3425 S. MLK Jr. Blvd. D.J., 9 p.m. Nothing to Lose, 9 p.m. Nothing to Lose, 9 p.m. Connxtions Comedy Club, 2900 N. East St. Open Mic Night, 8 p.m. Dave Dyer, 8 p.m. Carlos Mencia, 8 p.m. & 10:30 p.m. Carlos Mencia, 8 p.m. & 10:30 p.m. Crunchy's, 254 W. Grand River Ave. Mighty Medicine, 10 p.m. Karaoke, 9 p.m. Karaoke, 9 p.m. Karaoke, 9 p.m. The Exchange, 314 E. Michigan Ave. Tryst Thursdays, 8:30 p.m. The Knock Offs, 9:30 p.m. Charger, 9:30 p.m. The Firm, 229 S. Washington Square DnW Sound DJs, 9 p.m. Various DJs, 9 p.m. Grand Café/Sir Pizza, 201 E. Grand River Ave. Kathy Ford Band, 7:30 p.m. Karoke with Joanie Daniels, 7 p.m. One Fontiro Band, 8 p.m. Green Door, 2005 E. Michigan Ave. Lincoln County Process, 9:30 p.m. Global Village, 9:30 p.m. Squids, 9:30 p.m. The Loft, 414 E. Michigan Ave. Homegrown Throwdown, 7 p.m. Elliot Street Lunatic, 7 p.m. Mac’s Bar, 2700 E. Michigan Ave. The Henhouse Prowlers, 9 p.m. Castle, 9 p.m. Catalina WIne Mixer, 5 p.m. Moriarty's Pub, 802 E. Michigan Ave. Open Mic Night, 9:30 p.m. The Hardwires, 10 p.m. The Hoopties, 10 p.m. The Hoopties, 10 p.m. Rookies, 16460 S. US 27 Sea Cruisers, 7-10 p.m. Water Pong DJ, 9 p.m. Karaoke Dance Party, 9 p.m. Live Bands, 9 p.m. Rum Runners, 601 East Michigan Ave. Open Mic Night, 9 p.m. Dueling Pianos & DJ, 9 p.m. Dueling Pianos & DJ, 7 p.m. Dueling Pianos & DJ, 7 p.m. Uli's Haus of Rock, 4519 S. MLK Jr. Blvd. Darkest Summit, 8 p.m. Various Artists, 9 p.m. Unicorn Tavern, 327 E. Grand River Ave. Frog & the Beeftones, 8 p.m. Susie & the Love Brothers, 8 p.m. Susie & the Love Brothers, 8 p.m. Waterfront Bar & Grill, 325 City Market Drive Mike Eyia Quartet, 7 p.m. Joe Wright, 7 p.m. Whiskey Barrel Saloon, 410 S. Clippert D.J., 9 p.m. D.J., 9 p.m. Billy Sloan, 9 p.m. Billy Sloan, 9 p.m. Sunday Karaoke, 9 p.m. Drag Queens Gone Wild, 11 p.m., Spiral Dance Bar; DJ Mike, 9:30 p.m., LeRoy's Bar & Grill; Open Mic, 5 p.m., Open Blues Jam, 7-11 p.m. Uli's Haus of Rock. Monday Steppin' In It, 9:30 p.m., Green Door: Easy Babies funk trio, 10 p.m., The Exchange. Open-Mic Mondays, 6:30 p.m., Michigan Brewing Company-Lansing. Monday Funday, 9 p.m., The Firm. Tuesday Tommy Foster & Guitar Bob, 9 p.m., The Exchange; Neon Tuesday, 9 p.m., Mac's Bar. Jazz Tuesday Open Jam, 9 p.m., Stober's Bar, 812 E. Michigan Ave. City Pulse • January 23, 2013 www.lansingcitypulse.com 21

Family Storytime. Ages up to age 6. Stories, Congregational United Church of Christ, 210 W. After School Youth Gardening Program. Kids Out on the town rhymes & activities. 10:30 a.m. FREE. CADL South Saginaw Hwy., Grand Ledge. (517) 256-6954. fcgl.org. Time: ages 5-10. Activities. 4-5:30 p.m. FREE. Hunter Lansing Library, 3500 S. Cedar St., Lansing. (517) Park Community GardenHouse, 1400 block of E. from page 19 272-9840. Events Kalamazoo St., Lansing. speaking skills. Noon-1:30 p.m. CADL Okemos Babytime. Beginning story time. For babies under Fenner Nature Center Walking Group. 5 p.m. LinkedIn Advanced. LinkedIn basics & Library, 4321 Okemos Road, Okemos. (517) 347-2021. 2. 10:30-11 a.m. East Lansing Public Library, 950 FREE. Fenner Nature Center, 2020 E. Mount Hope registration required. 6:15-8:15 p.m. CADL Downtown Intro to WordPress. Learn to create a website Abbot Road, East Lansing. (517) 351-2420. Ave., Lansing. (517) 483-4224. mynaturecenter.org. Lansing Library, 401 S. Capitol Ave., Lansing. (517) or blog. Registration required. 6-7 p.m. Meditation. For beginners and experienced. 7-9 Practice Your English. 7-8 p.m. FREE. East 367-6346. CADL Downtown Lansing Library, 401 S. Capitol Ave., p.m. FREE. Vietnamese Buddhist Temple, 3015 S. Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Road, East Family Education Days. Speaker Connie Lansing. (517) 367-6346. Washington Ave., Lansing. (517) 351-5866. Lansing. (517) 351-2420. Powe-Watts. 4 p.m. FREE. Lansing City Market, Frontiers of Racism. Discussion. 6-7 p.m. FREE. Mid-Day Mosaic: De-Stress & Refresh Your MSAA Fun Auction. Michigan Auctioneer & See Out on the Town, Page 22 Pilgrim Congregational United Church of Christ, Spirit With Song. 12:15-12:45 p.m. FREE. Central Ringman championships and auction. 7:30-10 p.m. 125 S. Pennsylvania Ave., Lansing. (517) 484-7434. United Methodist Church, 215 N. Capitol Ave., Best Western Plus Lansing Hotel, 6820 S. Cedar St., pilgrimucc.com. Lansing. (517) 485-9477. Lansing. (616) 785-8288. Overeaters Anonymous. 7 p.m. FREE. First Artist Reception. Eto Otitigbe's "Loss Prevention." 4:30-6 p.m. MSU Residential College in the Arts & Humanities, MSU Campus, East Lansing. Advice Goddess & Relay For Life of East Lansing Kickoff. Open house, refreshments. 6:30-8 p.m. FREE. East Lansing High Savage Love School, 509 Burcham Drive, East Lansing. US 127 & Lake Lansing Rd CAN NOW BE READ ONLINE Music www.NCGmovies.com www.lansingcitypulse.com Ukulele Playalong. With facilitator Chris Zatzke. Instruments available. 6 p.m. FREE. Marshall (517) 316-9100 Music, 3240 E. Saginaw St., Lansing. (517) 337-9700. Student Discount with ID Jonesin' Crossword By Matt Jones marshallmusic.com. ID required for “R” rated films

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Healing and Wellness, 617 Ionia, Lansing. (Please see Unitarian Universalist Church, 855 Grove St., East Fenner Nature Center Walking Group. 8-9 Out on the town details Jan. 23.) Lansing. tenpoundfiddle.org. a.m. Fenner Nature Center, 2020 E. Mount Hope Oil Painting. For all levels with Patricia Singer. The Square Pegz. 10:30 p.m. Harper's, 131 Albert Ave., Lansing. (Please see details Jan. 23.) from page 21 Pre-registration required. 10 a.m.-Noon. $50 for 4 Ave., East Lansing. (517) 333-4040. Harlem Globetrotters. 7 p.m. Breslin Center, weeks. Gallery 1212 Fine Art Studio, 1212 Turner St., Mark Chesnutt. 7:30 p.m. $34. Charlotte MSU Campus, East Lansing. (517) 432-2000. www. 325 City Market Drive, Lansing. (517) 483-7460. Lansing. Performing Arts Center, 378 State St., Charlotte. breslincenter.com. lansingcitymarket.com. Seasonal Folklore Through the Ages. Guided (517) 541-5690. cpacpresents.com. Robert Burns 254th Birthday Celebration. Drawing Class. For all levels with Shirley Hazlett. hike & bonfire. 6-8 p.m. $5 non members, FREE Blue Hair Betty's. 9:15 p.m. Coach's Pub and Dinner, entertainment & more. Tickets in advance Pre-registration required. 6-8:30 p.m. $50 for 4 Fenner members. Fenner Nature Center, 2020 E. Grill, 6201 Bishop Road, Lansing. (517) 882-2013. only. 5:30 p.m. $40. Eagle Eye Banquet Center, 15500 weeks. Gallery 1212 Fine Art Studio, 1212 Turner St., Mount Hope Ave., Lansing. (517) 483-4224. coachspubandgrill.com. S. Chandler Road, Bath. (517) 349-2028. Lansing. (517) 999-1212. Gateway to Infinity. Take a tour of the universe. 8 Show Me The Money Day. Financial education Codependents Anonymous. 7-8 p.m. FREE. p.m. $3, $2.50 students & seniors, $2 kids. Abrams TheateR workshops & more. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. FREE. South Community Mental Health Building, 812 E. Jolly Road, Planetarium, 755 Science Road, East Lansing. (517) "End Days." 8 p.m. $15. Williamston Theatre, 122 S. Washington Office Complex, 2500 S. Washington Lansing. (517) 672-4072. 355-4676. Putnam, Williamston. (Please see details Jan. 24.) Ave., Lansing. assetindependencecoalition.org. Alcoholics Anonymous. With ASL interpretation. "In The Heights." 8 p.m. $17, $12 students & Contra Dance. Workshop, 7:30 p.m. Dance, 8 p.m. Events 8 p.m. FREE. Alano Club East, 220 S. Howard St., seniors. Miller Performing Arts Center, 6025 Curry $10, $8 members, $5 students&first time dancers, Spanish Conversation Group. Both English & Lansing. (517) 482-8957. Lane, Lansing. (Please see details Jan. 24.) FREE 14 and under. Central United Methodist Spanish will be spoken. 7-8 p.m. FREE. East Lansing Public Alcoholics Anonymous. Closed women's meeting. Church, 215 N. Capitol Ave., Lansing. Library, 950 Abbot Road, East Lansing. (517) 351-2420. 7:30 p.m. FREE. St. Michael's Episcopal Church, Literature and Poetry Artist Reception. For Emily Landenberg. 2-4 p.m. Euchre. No partner needed. 6-9 p.m. $1.50. Delta 6500 Amwood Drive, Lansing. (517) 882-9733. Teen Book Club. Ages 13-18. "City of Ember," Ledge Craft Lane, 120 S. Bridge St., Grand Ledge. Township Enrichment Center, 4538 Elizabeth Road, Jeanne DuPrau. Call to register. 4-5 p.m. FREE. (517) 627-9843. ledgecraftlane.com. Lansing. (517) 484-5600. Events Delta Township District Library, 5130 Davenport Roller Derby Winter Wunderland. Mitten Karaoke. With Atomic D. 9 p.m. LeRoy's Classic Bar Teen Advisory Group. Ages 13-18, help plan Drive, Lansing. (517) 321-4014 ext. 3. dtdl.org. Mavens double header. 5 p.m. $10 adv, $12 door. & Grill, 1526 S. Cedar St., Lansing. (517) 482-0184. programs & more. 5-6 p.m. FREE. Delta Township Aim High Sports, 7977 Centerline Drive, Dimondale. Recycling & Reuse Center at MSU. Speaker District Library, 5130 Davenport Drive, Lansing. (517) mittenmavens.net. Dave Smith, Waste Reduction Coordinator for MSU. 321-4014 ext. 3. dtdl.org. Saturday, January 26 Spartan Crystal Ball. Food, auction & more. 7 p.m. FREE. Foster Community Center, 200 N. This is Happendance. 8 p.m. $12-15. Dart Classes and Seminars 6 p.m. $95 MSUAA member, $120 non-member. Wharton Center, MSU Campus, East Lansing. Foster Ave., Lansing. (517) 487-6467. Auditorium, Lansing Community College, 500 N. Saving Your Memories in a Digital World. spartancrystalball.eventbrite.com. MSU Film Collective Screening. "Film ist." 8 p.m. Capitol Ave., Lansing. (Please see details Jan. 24.) Upload & share photos. 10 a.m.-Noon. FREE. Foster Children's Music Craft. Make a rain stick, ages FREE. B122 Wells Hall, MSU Campus, East Lansing. Playwright Sandra Seaton. Perfomance & Community Center, 200 N. Foster Ave., Lansing. 4-8. Noon. FREE. Marshall Music, 3240 E. Saginaw (517) 884-4441. more. Reception follows. 7:30 p.m. FREE. Kellogg (517) 708-4393. iteclansing.org. St., Lansing. (517) 337-9700. marshallmusic.com. Elementary Fine Arts Night. Demonstrations. Conference Center, 219 S. Harrison Road, East Tai Chi in the Park. Taught by Bob Teachout. 9 a.m. Winter Wonderland Event. Dog sledding, ice Grades K-5. 7 p.m. Lansing Christian School, Lansing. FREE. Hunter Park, 1400 E. Kalamazoo St., Lansing. sculpting demonstrations & more. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 3405 Belle Chase Way, Lansing. (517) 882-5779. Howl at the Moon. Guided walk for people & U.S. Citizenship Class. Learn steps to apply FREE. Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road, "Shatner's World: We Just Live in It." 7:30 dogs. 7 p.m. $3. Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van for citizenship & get ready for interview. 10-11:30 Meridian Township. (517) 349-3866. meridian.mi.us. p.m. $35-75. Cobb Great Hall, Wharton Center, Atta Road, Meridian Township. (517) 349-3866. a.m. FREE. CADL Downtown Lansing Library, 401 S. Cardboard Classic Sled Contest. Sled MSU Campus, East Lansing. (517) 432-2000. meridian.mi.us. Capitol Ave., Lansing. (517) 367-6363. cadl.org. registration, 1 p.m. Sledding runs, 2 p.m. $5 per whartoncenter.com. Elementary Math Circle. Grades 2-4. 10-11:30 sled. Gier Community Center, 2400 Hall St., Lansing. This is Happendance. Featuring music of Pink Music a.m. East Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Road, (517) 483-4313. cityoflansingmi.com. Floyd's "Dark Side of the Moon." 8 p.m. Preview Boogie Stomp. 4-7 p.m. $10. The Avenue Cafe, East Lansing. (517) 351-2420. Ballroom/Swing Dance. Lesson, 7 p.m. Dance, 8 price: $5. Dart Auditorium, Lansing Community 2021 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. Gateway to Infinity. 8 p.m. $3, $2.50 students & p.m. $15 lesson & dance, $10 dance. Central United College, 500 N. Capitol Ave., Lansing. Desmond Jones Group. Featuring Chemical seniors, $2 kids. Abrams Planetarium, 755 Science Methodist Church, 215 N. Capitol Ave., Lansing. Edge. 9 p.m. $5 donation. The Avenue Cafe, 2021 E. Road, East Lansing. (Please see details Jan. 25.) TheateR Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) 853-0050. Overeaters Anonymous. 9:30 a.m. FREE. "End Days." A story exploring love, loss and Grand River Radio Diner. Featuring Chemical Sparrow Professional Building, 1200 E. Michigan Music family. 8 p.m. Pay what you can. Williamston Edge & Medicine Crow. Noon-1 p.m. FREE. Grand Ave., Lansing. Linda Abar. With Elden Kelly. 8 p.m. $10 adults, $5 Theatre, 122 S. Putnam, Williamston. (517) 655-7469. Cafe/Sir Pizza, 201 E. Grand River, Lansing. (517) students. The Avenue Cafe, 2021 E. Michigan Ave., williamstontheatre.com. 483-1710. lcc.edu/radio. Events Lansing. DJClarinet Combo. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. FREE. Lansing "In The Heights." About a community in New Absolute Music Chamber Series. "Russian Winter Fest. Variety of events. All Day. Fee varies. City Market, 325 City Market Drive, Lansing. (517) York's Washington Heights. 8 p.m. $17, $12 students Spectacular." 8 p.m. $15, $5 students. Absolute Charlotte American Legion, 1000 W. Lawrence Hwy., 483-7460. LansingCityMarket.com. & seniors. Miller Performing Arts Center, 6025 Gallery, 307 E. Grand River Ave., Lansing. (517) 482- Charlotte. (517) 543-1344. post42.org. Curry Lane, Lansing. (517) 372-0945. lansingarts.org. 8845. artstickets.org. 'Chili' Winter Evening. Pre-registration required. Fresh Fest 3. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. $10, $20 VIP. 2-10 p.m. $15, $12 students, seniors & Woldumar Theater Fahrenheit Ultra Lounge, 6810 S. Cedar St., Lansing. members, $10 12 & under. Woldumar Nature Center, "The One Percent Solution." Reading of Friday, January 25 (989) 392-3063. 5739 Old Lansing Road, Lansing. woldumar.org. script by Brad Rutledge. 7 p.m. FREE. Unitarian Classes and Seminars Ten Pound Fiddle. Featuring The Steel Wheels. This is Happendance. 8 p.m. $12-15. Dart Universalist Church, 855 Grove St., East Lansing. Escape & Rejuvenate. 12:15 p.m. ACC Natural 8 p.m. $15, $12 Fiddle members, $5 students. Auditorium, Lansing Community College, 500 N. "In The Heights." 8 p.m. $17, $12 students & Capitol Ave. Lansing. (Please see details Jan. 24.) See Out on the Town, Page 23 Quality books at half the price. 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Bulgogi Korean Cuisine Library, 401 S. Capitol Ave., Lansing. (517) 672-4072. Out on the town cadl.org. from page 22 Events Capital Area Singles Dance. With door prizes. seniors. Miller Performing Arts Center, 6025 Curry 6-10 p.m. $8. Fraternal Order of Eagles, 4700 N. Lane, Lansing. (Please see details Jan. 24.) Grand River Ave., Lansing. (517) 819-0405. "End Days." 8 p.m. $15. Williamston Theatre, 122 S. Drop-in Lego Challenge. Build the tallest tower Putnam, Williamston. (Please see details Jan. 24.) challenge. 1:30-3:30 p.m. East Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Road, East Lansing. (517) 351-2420. A Celebration of Hope. Featuring Abbie Stands. Sunday, January 27 11:15 am. First United Methodist Church, 411 Harrison Classes and Seminars St., Grand Ledge. (517) 627-3256. Hot Yoga. Raise funds for Aakkam Scholarship Walk for Fitness. Speaker Jodi Davis. 2-3 p.m. Fund. Noon & 2 p.m. $10 suggested donation. CADL Downtown Lansing Library, 401 S. Capitol Ave., East Lansing Hot Yoga, 924 Trowbridge Road, East Lansing. (517) 367-6300. cadl.org. Lansing. Resolutions, Manifestos & Rants. An afternoon Gateway to Infinity. 4 p.m. $3, $2.50 students & Allan I. Ross/City Pulse of poetry. 2 p.m. Creole Gallery, 1218 Turner St., seniors, $2 kids. Abrams Planetarium, 755 Science Lansing. (517) 267-0410. Kevin Choi, owner of Bulgogi Korean Cuisine, at one of the restaurant's yakiniku Road, East Lansing. (Please see details Jan. 25.) tables, which allow you to grill your food right at the table. The Family Show. "Sky Tellers," for preschool Music through grade 2 & families. 2:30 p.m. $3, $2.50 Dixons Violin CD Release. 4-6 p.m. $5 donation. students & seniors, $2 kids. Abrams Planetarium, segment of his clientele. menu is beef-heavy, with rib The Avenue Cafe, 2021 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. 755 Science Road, East Lansing. (517) 355-4672. “I was getting a lot eye, short ribs and brisket (517) 853-0550. dixonsviolin.com. Spiritual Talk, Pure Meditation & Silent Riddle Me That & Friends. 7-9:30 p.m. FREE. Bar of customers from East leading the pack. There’s also Prayer. One of Mata Yoganandaji's "Inspiring Talks." 30, 2324 Showtime Drive, Lansing. (517) 485-0030. New Lansing who were telling a full selection of chicken, 7 p.m. FREE. Self Realization Meditation Healing bar30.com. intown me that there was no fine seafood and vegetarian Centre, 7187 Drumheller Road, Bath. (517) 641-6201. Happy Birthday, Mozart. Lecture, 2:15 p.m. Korean dining in their dishes to choose from, as Atheists & Humanists Dinner Meeting. Concert, 3 p.m. $15 adults, $12 seniors, $5 students. Speaker Joe Messina. 5 p.m. FREE. Great Wall area,” Choi says. “(Michigan well as a children’s menu that Cook Recital Hall, Music Building, 333 W. Circle Buffet Restaurant, 4832 W. Saginaw Hwy., Lansing. Drive, East Lansing. music.msu.edu. By ALLAN I. ROSS State University) has many lets kids grill their own Kobe (517) 914-2278. Oriental students, and I beef burgers. Choi says that By my count, more Classical Yang Tai Chi. Instructor Tim Bernath- TheateR thought it was too bad they after you order, servers will Plaisted. Beginners 3-4 p.m., intermediate 4-5 p.m. than three dozen Asian "The Gruffalo." Stage adaptation of the beloved $95. Creative Wellness, 2025 Abbot Road, #200, restaurants operate in were making that long drive bring the marinated meat children's book. 1:30 p.m. & 4 p.m. $13. Pasant East Lansing. (517) 351-9240. creativewellness.net. greater Lansing. That to Novi. So I decided to or vegetables to your table, Theatre, Bogue St. & Wilson Road, East Lansing. Juggling. Learn how to juggle. 2-4 p.m. FREE. move to them.” remove the grill’s protective (517) 432-2000. whartoncenter.com. includes a wide range of Orchard Street Pump House, 368 Orchard St., East "In The Heights." 2 p.m. $17, $12 students & Japanese, Chinese, Korean This week, Choi is putting covering and take care of all Lansing. (517) 485-9190. seniors. Miller Performing Arts Center, 6025 Curry and Thai places — not the finishing touches on the food preparation for you. GriefShare Seminar. A DVD series, with small Lane, Lansing. (Please see details Jan. 24.) Bulgogi Korean Cuisine, “This is extremely support group discussion. 4-6 p.m. FREE. Grace to mention restaurants "End Days." 2 p.m. $15. Williamston Theatre, 122 S. UMC, 1900 Boston Blvd., Lansing. (517) 490-3218. specializing in creative sushi which opens Jan. 31 in the popular in other cities — I’m Putnam, Williamston. (Please see details Jan. 24.) and pan-Asian fare. If there’s slot formerly occupied by surprised nobody’s done this Overeaters Anonymous. 2-3:15 p.m. FREE. Mumbai Cuisine in East in Michigan yet,” Choi says. Sparrow Professional Building, 1200 E. Michigan a style of ethnic cuisine in Ave., Conference room F, 2nd floor, Lansing. (517) “I was actually thinking of Monday, January 28 town that’s covered, Asian Lansing. Choi has completely 332-0755. would seem to be it. overhauled the space, taking this idea to Chicago, Alcoholics Anonymous. With ASL interpretation. Classes and Seminars Tech Bytes: Pinterest. Noon-12:30 p.m. FREE. Yet, somehow, there’s which he’s leasing from the but when (this location) 9 a.m. FREE. Alano Club East, 220 S. Howard St., Delta Township District Library, 5130 Davenport Christman Co. He's added opened up, I decided to do Lansing. (517) 482-8957. a segment of the Lansing Drive, Lansing. (517) 321-4014 ext. 3. dtdl.org. Codependents Anonymous. Meets on the third market that is seemingly not a brand new kitchen and it here.” Escape & Rejuvenate. 12:15 p.m. ACC Natural floor. 2-3 p.m. FREE. CADL Downtown Lansing content with what’s here — a totally remodeled dining More traditional menu Healing and Wellness, 617 Ionia, Lansing. (Please see and it took someone with room that accommodates items (i.e., ones cooked in details Jan. 23.) a unique vantage point to special tables outfitted with the kitchen) include hot Learn to Meditate. Focus on secular discover it. That is, a vantage bio-ceramic grills. That’s pots, shabu shabu (think fundamentals. 7:45-8:30 p.m. FREE, donations. C. Weaver Physical Therapy Exercise Studio, 1720 point all the way from metro right, no more complaining Asian tapas) and noodle Detroit. about cold food — at dishes. Bulgogi will also See Out on the Town, Page 24 Kevin Choi, 48, was born Bulgogi, your food cooks eventually have a full bar in Seoul, South Korea, but right at your table. featuring American and grew up in Japan, spending “This is a style of traditional Korean beers his summers working at his dining called yakiniku, or and liquors, but Choi is still uncle’s restaurant in Kyoto. Oriental barbecue,” he says. waiting for the liquor license In 1997, after obtaining a “Traditionally, it’s supposed to be approved. 37 business degree, he moved to be with charcoal, but And, fortunately for to southeast Michigan these grills are special — Bulgogi’s built-in fan base, and started working at a they actually cook the meat the drive home will be much Japanese restaurant. Soon from the inside out.” shorter. after, he opened two of The grills do that through the use of infrared energy, his own places: a Korean Bulgogi Korean Cuisine which cooks faster, cleaner restaurant in Novi and a Opens Jan. 31 Japanese restaurant in and safer than gas or 340 Albert Ave. downtown Ann Arbor. charcoal grills. Bulgogi has East Lansing But he noticed something 11 of these tables, or about 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. daily interesting about a large half the restaurant. The (517) 993-6817 24 www.lansingcitypulse.com City Pulse • January 23, 2013

Fanged Fiction Book Group. "We Have Always Free Will Astrology By Rob Brezsny January 23-29 Out on the town Lived in the Castle," Shirley Jackson. 7 p.m. FREE. Schuler Books & Music Lansing, 2820 Towne Centre from page 23 Blvd., Lansing. (517) 316-7495. schulerbooks.com. ARIES (March 21-April 19): The German government don't happen to him. Instead, he prefers "complicated sponsored a scientific study of dowsing, which is a form hybrid emotions, Germanic train-car constructions," like Abbey Road, East Lansing. (517) 272-9379. of magical divination used to locate underground sourc- "the disappointment of sleeping with one's fantasy" or Publishing & Marketing Your Writing. Tuesday, January 29 es of water. After ten years, the chief researcher testi- "the excitement of getting a hotel room with a mini-bar." fied, "It absolutely works, beyond all doubt. But we have Instructor Mary Jo Zazueta. 7 p.m. FREE. East Classes and Seminars He delights in sensing "intimations of mortality brought no idea why or how." An assertion like that might also Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Road, East Learning the Keys & Navigating the Mouse. on by aging family members" and "sadness inspired by apply to the mojo you'll have at your disposal, Aries, as Lansing. (517) 351-2420. tothepointsolutions.com. 6-8 p.m. FREE. Foster Community Center, 200 N. you forge new alliances and bolster your web of con- failing restaurants." In the coming days, Libra, I think you Babytime. Beginning story time. For babies under Foster Ave., Lansing. (517) 708-4393. iteclansing.org. nections in the coming weeks. I don't know how or why should specialize in one-of-a-kind feelings like these. Milk 2. 10:30-11 a.m. East Lansing Public Library, 950 Take Off Pounds Sensibly. Weigh in, 6 p.m. you'll be such an effective networker, but you will be. the nuances! Exult in the peculiarities! Celebrate the fact Abbot Road, East Lansing. (517) 351-2420. Meeting, 7 p.m. FREE to visit. Eaton Rapids Medical TAURUS (April 20-May 20): The United States that each new wave of passion has never before arisen Divorced, Separated, Widowed Conversation Center, 1500 S. Main St., Eaton Rapids. (517) 543- Congress spends an inordinate amount of time on in quite the same form. Group. 7:30 p.m. FREE. St. David's Episcopal 0786. trivial matters. For example, 16 percent of all the laws it SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): After analyzing your Church, 1519 Elmwood Road, Lansing. (517) 323-2272. Gardeners Roundtable: Getting Kids passed in the last two years were devoted to renaming astrological omens for the coming weeks, I decided that Overeaters Anonymous. 7 p.m. FREE. St. David's Involved in Gardening. Discussion. 5:30-6:30 Episcopal Church, 1519 Elmwood Road, Lansing. post offices. That's down from the average of the previ- the best advice I could give you would be this passage p.m. Hunter Park Community GardenHouse, 1400 ous eight years, during which time almost 20 percent of (989) 587-4609. by the English writer G. K. Chesterton: "Of all modern block of E. Kalamazoo St., Lansing. its laws had the sole purpose of renaming post offices. Chronic Pain Support Group. For those notions, the worst is this: that domesticity is dull. Inside Speakeasies Toastmasters. Become a better In my astrological opinion, you Tauruses can't afford to experiencing any level of chronic physical pain. 4- speaker. 12:05-1 p.m. FREE. Ingham County Human indulge in anything close to that level of nonsense during the home, they say, is dead decorum and routine; out- 5:30 p.m. FREE. Women's Center of Greater Lansing, Services Bldg. 5303 S. Cedar St., Lansing. (517) the next four weeks. I urge you to keep time-wasting side is adventure and variety. But the truth is that the 1710 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) 372-9163. 887-1440. activities down to less than five percent of your total. home is the only place of liberty, the only spot on earth Youth ESOL Discussion Group. Grade 3 & up. Focus on getting a lot of important stuff done. Be extra where a person can alter arrangements suddenly, make Events Registration required. 4:30-6 p.m. CADL Okemos thoughtful and responsible as you craft the impact an experiment or indulge in a whim. The home is not the Homeschool Connect. All ages. Activities for Library, 4321 Okemos Road, Okemos. (517) 347-2023. you're having on the world. one tame place in a world of adventure; it is the one homeschooling families. 1-2:30 p.m. FREE. Delta Intro to Computers. Learn from professionals. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): What if your unconscious wild place in a world of set rules and set tasks." Township District Library, 5130 Davenport Drive, mind has dreamed up sparkling answers to your raging 2:30-4 p.m. FREE. Capital Area Michigan Works, 2110 SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): My general phi- Lansing. (517) 321-4014 ext. 3. dtdl.org. questions but your conscious mind doesn't know about S. Cedar St., Lansing. losophy is that everyone on the planet, including me, them yet? Is it possible you are not taking advantage Social Bridge. No partner needed. 1-4 p.m. $1.50. Oil Painting. For all levels, with Patricia Singer. Pre- of the sly wisdom that your deeper intelligence has is a jerk now and then. In fact, I'm suspicious of those Delta Township Enrichment Center, 4538 Elizabeth registration required. 10 a.m.-Noon. $50 for 4 weeks. been cooking up? I say it's time to poke around down who are apparently so unfailingly well-behaved that Road, Lansing. (517) 484-5600. Gallery 1212 Fine Art Studio, 1212 Turner St., Lansing. there. It's time to take aggressive measures as you they NEVER act like jerks. On the other hand, some Homework Help. Grades K-8. 5-7 p.m. FREE. Water media. All levels welcome, with Donna try to smoke out the revelations that your secret self people are jerks far too much of the time, and should East Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Road, East Randall. Preregistration required. 6-8:30 p.m. $50 has prepared for you. How? Remember your dreams, be avoided. Here's my rule of thumb: How sizable is Lansing. (517) 351-2420. elpl.org. for 4 weeks. Gallery 1212 Fine Art Studio, 1212 Turner of course. Notice hunches that arise out of nowhere. each person's Jerk Quotient? If it's below six percent, I'll Monday Movie Matinees. 1 p.m. FREE. East St., Lansing. (517) 999-1212. And send a friendly greeting to your unconscious mind, probably give them a chance to be a presence in my life Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Road, East After School Youth Gardening Program. Kids something like, "I adore you and I'm receptive to you Lansing. (517) 351-2420. — especially if they're smart and interesting. According Time: ages 5-10. Activities. 4-5:30 p.m. FREE. Hunter and I'd love to hear what you have to tell me." Mac's Monday Comedy Night. Hosted by Mark to my analysis of the astrological omens, Sagittarius, Park Community GardenHouse, 1400 block of E. CANCER (June 21-July 22): In his book Our Band Roebuck & Dan Currie. 9:30 p.m. FREE. Mac's Bar, Kalamazoo St., Lansing. this gauge may be useful for you to keep in mind during Could Be Your Life, Michael Azerrad says that the 2700 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) 484-6795. the coming weeks. Cancerian singer-songwriter Steve Albini is a "connois- macsbar.com. seur of intensity." That means he's picky about what he CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): The French painter regards as intense. Even the two kinds of music that Cezanne painted images of a lot of fruit in the course of Music See Out on the Town, Page 25 are often thought of as the embodiment of ferocious his career. He liked to take his sweet time while engaged Open Mic Blues Mondays. Spoken word acts emotion don't make the grade for Albini. Heavy metal in his work. The apples and pears and peaches that welcome. 6:30-10:30 p.m. FREE. MBC Lansing, 402 is comical, he says, not intense. Hardcore punk is City Pulse Classifieds served as his models often rotted before he was done Washington Square, Lansing. (517) 977-1349. childish, not intense. What's your definition of intensity, Interested in placing a classified ad in City Pulse? capturing their likenesses. That's the kind of approach I Happy Birthday, Mozart. Lecture, 6:45 p.m. Cancerian? I see the coming weeks as prime time for (517) 999-5066 or [email protected] recommend for you in the coming days, Capricorn. Be 7:30 p.m. $15 adults, $12 seniors, $5 students. Cook you to commune with the very best expressions of that very deliberate and gradual and leisurely in whatever state of being. Be a connoisseur of intensity. Recital Hall, Music Building, 333 W. Circle Drive, East labor of love you devote yourself to. No rushing allowed! Lansing. music.msu.edu. City Pulse is seeking candidates to join its LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): There's a butterfly sanctuary sales team. Full time and part time positions available. at the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory in Saint Paul, With conscientious tenderness, exult in attending to Sales experience required, preferably in advertising/ every last detail of the process. Literature and Poetry marketing. Opportunity to grow. EEO. Submit resume to Minnesota. It's called the Enchanted Garden. As you [email protected]. enter, you see a sign that reads, "Please do not touch AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): "Nobody can be Paws for Reading. All levels. Read to therapy the butterflies. Let the butterflies touch you." In other dogs. Call to register. 2 p.m.-3 p.m. FREE. Delta exactly like me. Even I have trouble doing it." So said the Distribution Driver - PT Job opening words, you shouldn't initiate contact with the delicate eccentric, outspoken, and hard-partying actress Talullah Township District Library, 5130 Davenport Drive, to stock schedule racks in Greater Lansing area. flexible creatures. You shouldn't pursue them or try to capture Bankhead (1902-1968). Can you guess her astrological Lansing. (517) 321-4014 ext. 4. dtdl.org. hours. Must have van or SUV w/own insurance, computer, them. Instead, make yourself available for them to land cell phone w/text and energy. e-mail resume to: garrett@ sign? Aquarius, of course. Her greatest adventure came wayforwardinfo.com on you. Allow them to decide how and when your con- from trying to keep up with all the unpredictable urges nection will begin to unfold. In the coming week, Leo, that welled up inside her. She found it challenging and SUDOKU SOLUTION CROSSWORD SOLUTION I suggest you adopt a similar approach to any beauty From Pg. 22 From Pg. 21 you'd like to know better. fun to be as unique as she could possibly be. I nominate VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Do you ever fantasize her to be your role model in the next four weeks. Your about a more perfect version of yourself? Is there, in assignment is to work extra hard at being yourself. your imagination, an idealized image of who you might PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): The Dardanelles become in the future? That can be a good thing if it Strait is a channel that connects the Black Sea to the motivates you to improve and grow. But it might also Mediterranean Sea, separating Europe from Asia. In lead you to devalue the flawed but beautiful creation some places it's less than a mile wide. But the cur- you are right now. It may harm your capacity for self- rents are fierce, so if you try to swim across at those acceptance. Your assignment in the coming week is to narrow points, you're pushed around and end up temporarily forget about whom you might evolve into at some later date, and instead just love your crazy, mys- having to travel five or six miles. In light of the current terious life exactly as it is. astrological omens, I'm predicting that you will have a LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Novelist Jeffrey Eugenides comparable challenge in the coming days, Pisces. The says he doesn't have generic emotions that can be task may seem easier or faster than it actually is. Plan described with one word. "Sadness," "joy," and "regret" accordingly.

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Babytime. 10:30-11 a.m. East Lansing Public Library, Out on the town 950 Abbot Road, East Lansing. (Please see details Jan. 23.) from page 24 Meditation. For beginners and experienced. 7-9 TIM BARRON p.m. FREE. Vietnamese Buddhist Temple, 3015 S. EVERY WEEKDAY MORNING Music Washington Ave., Lansing. (517) 351-5866. Jazz Tuesdays. Hosted by the Jeff Shoup Quartet Mid-Day Mosaic: Sermon on the Mount. 12:15- & will feature regular guest artists from the MSU 12:45 p.m. FREE. Central United Methodist Church, 6AM-9AM Jazz Studies Department. 10 p.m.-1 a.m. FREE. 215 N. Capitol Ave., Lansing. (517) 485-9477. Stober's Bar, 812 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. Presidential Picture Postcards. Postcard collector Wally Jung. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Delta Township Literature and Poetry District Library, 5130 Davenport Drive, Lansing. (517) Tuesday Morning Book Club. Bill Bryson, "A Walk 321-4014. in the Woods" & Cheryl Strayed, "Wild." 10:15-11:30 Overeaters Anonymous. 7 p.m. FREE. First a.m. FREE. Delta Township District Library, 5130 Congregational United Church of Christ, 210 W. Davenport Drive, Lansing. (517) 321-4014 ext. 4. Saginaw Hwy., Grand Ledge. (517) 256-6954. fcgl.org. Classics Book Club. "Collected Stories of Wallace Stegner." 1 p.m. East Lansing Public Library, 950 Events Abbot Road, East Lansing. (517) 351-2420. Fenner Nature Center Walking Group. 5 p.m. Speculative Book Discussion. "Leviathan Fenner Nature Center, 2020 E. Mount Hope Ave., Wakes," James S. A Corey. 6:30-8 p.m. CADL Lansing. (Please see details Jan. 23.) And hear Berl Schwartz of City Pulse Downton Lansing Library, 401 S. Capitol Ave., Practice Your English. 7-8 p.m. FREE. East Lansing. (517) 367-6363. Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Road, East call Tim an ignorant slut — or worse. Lansing. (517) 351-2420. Every Wednesday at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday, January 30 Classes and Seminars The Gospel According to Superman. Comparing Christ and Kal-El. 6-7 p.m. FREE. Pilgrim FAST & RELIABLE Congregational United Church, 125 S. Pennsylvania Ave., Lansing. (517) 484-7434. pilgrimucc.com. Escape & Rejuvenate. 12:15 p.m. ACC Natural JEWELRY REPAIR! Healing and Wellness, 617 Ionia, Lansing. (Please see details Jan. 23.) RING SIZING! Drawing Class. For all levels with Shirley Hazlett. Pre-registration required. 1-3:30 p.m. $50 for 4 Gold & Silversmith on Site weeks. Gallery 1212 Fine Art Studio, 1212 Turner St., Free Jewelry Inspection Lansing. Community Yoga. Power yoga for all levels. 6 p.m. & Cleaning FREE. Just B Yoga, 106 Island Ave., Lansing. (517) Computerized Engraving 488-5260. After School Youth Gardening Program. Ages Hand Engraving 11-17. 3:30-5:30 p.m. FREE. Hunter Park Community GardenHouse, 1400 block of E. Kalamazoo St., Lansing. ESOL Reading Group. Noon-1:30 p.m. CADL 517.487.9090 Okemos Library, 4321 Okemos Road, Okemos. One block south of Old Town (Plesae see details Jan. 23.) Serving the Lansing Area Since 1974 Family Storytime. 10:30 a.m. CADL South Lansing 1041 N. Cedar • Lansing, MI Library, 3500 S. Cedar St., Lansing. (Plesae see www.sucasajewelers.com details Jan. 23.)

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January Wine Tasting - Friday & Saturday Jan. 25: 6:30-8:30 PM & Jan. 26: 6:30-8:30PM Steve Okuly wine manager will take you through 12 wines from around the world, discussing tasting techniques and avor proles as well as wine pairings. Light appetizers will be served to accompany. Cost is $20. Loring Wine Dinner Jan. 31: 6:30-8:30 PM The Brian Loring style is representative of the New World or “Caliesque” Pinot Noirs in that the wines are dark-hued, bursting with showy and sappy fruit, full-bodied in structure, possessing a toasted oak character from the use of plentiful medium toast new French oak, and in some cases, rm tannins. Come meet Brian and experience his great Pinot’s and Chardonnay’s Paired with Chef Kevin’s Cuisine. This is a Five Course meal paired with wine. Cost of $85.00 all inclusive, Reservations are required.

Courtesy Photo Le Chat Gourmet in Eaton Rapids teaches cooking classes for local foodies who want to master dishes such as this one: braised short ribs. A French connection Eaton Rapids chef offers private gourmet cooking lessons By GABRIELLE JOHNSON Vincent relied on background in clas- Whichever argument you support in the sical French culinary technique when the age-old “eat to live vs. live to eat” debate, you time came to name her business. have to admit that we spend an inordinate “I am a major cat lover,” she said. “We ad- amount of time thinking about food. Eat for opted four kittens, and I wanted a name that health. Eat for pleasure. Gluten-free. Paleo. was something French but also mentioned Flexitarian. Food has its own vocabulary cats. We always knew that there was a risk nowadays and someone has to teach you to that people wouldn't be able to pronounce speak the language. it.” (For the record, Vincent has been asked Learning basic kitchen skills can be easy only once if she cooks felines in her kitchen. if you’ve got a computer and access to Food The question came from Food Network's Network. But if you want to step your game Alton Brown, and up and learn how to cook to impress, you’ve the answer is a re- got to head out sounding “non.”) Le Chat Gourmet of town — about A girlfriend 11874 Bunker Highway, 15 miles south and I recently Eaton Rapids down M-99, to took one of Vin- (517) 663-7322 be precise. That’s cent’s classes, Class times and prices vary where you’ll find along with some Le Chat Gourmet, mother-daughter where Chef Denene Vincent offers cooking pairs, a couple on classes for Lansing’s established and fledg- a date and a single ling gourmands. guy whose chanc- Several evenings a week, people descend es of getting my Denene Vincent upon the lower level of Vincent’s home, email address in- NO NEED TO CHECK which has been converted into a large, gor- creased dramatically when I witnessed his geous kitchen. Next month marks 10 years impressive knife skills. We spent the eve- YOUR BRAIN AT THE DOOR since Vincent opened Le Chat Gourmet ning preparing a carefully chosen meal un- with a novel proposal — she wanted to al- der Vincent’s supervision and eventually sat

low people the discretion to choose what down to feast upon our creations, which, for QUESTIONERS AND DOUBTERS they wanted to learn how to cook, on the this class, was braised short ribs. Be fore- WELCOME nights that were available to them. warned: if you decide to attend a class, eat a “People kept telling me ‘I wish I could snack before you leave home — we didn’t sit do what you do,’ ” said Vincent, 47, who was down until 10 p.m. 125 S. Pennsylvania Ave. raised on a family farm in Leslie, where she The food was luscious, and even the Pilgrim Congregational Worship Service had early exposure to the “farm to table” most inexperienced cooks in our group felt

concept. “I still live that. We use what we like they had contributed. Vincent hands United Church of Christ Sunday 10AM grow in the gardens here at Le Chat Gour- out printed recipes before the class gets Lansing MI (517) 484-7434 met and I get to show the class participants rolling, which is helpful for note-taking www.PilgrimUCC.com what I have harvested from right outside my doors.” See Chat Gourmet, Page 27 City Pulse • January 23, 2013 www.lansingcitypulse.com 27

teaching her classes and at the helm of the Chat Gourmet “Great Lakes Kitchen” television show on My18. The program, whose third season from page 26 begins in February, airs at 10 a.m. Satur- day mornings. The show gives Vincent a For the last 3 years (and the exchanging of email addresses.) platform to showcase her passion for food Taking a class at Le Chat makes for a unique as well as share little-known information date and would be fun for a bachelorette or about the Michigan culinary scene. birthday party. Vincent offers classes that “I just adore this state,” she said. “I want CRAIG DOEPKER run the gamut from cheese-making work- to help people recognize everything that we shops to sushi tutorials to a summertime have in Michigan, make the correct choices camp for kids. And if you start saving now, and support our state.” HAS WON THE TOP you can join Vincent for a June culinary va- You may also bring your own wine to cation to Provence. The trip begins on my sip while you enjoy the fruits of your labor. birthday, and I would be happy to accept a Santé! OF THE TOWN AWARD gifted reservation. Gabrielle Johnson is the “She” of our As Le Chat Gourmet enters its 10th year, monthly food review, “He Ate/She Ate.” She Vincent can be found both in the kitchen blogs at eatinglansing.blogspot.com. FOR BEST BARTENDER We need a writer IN LANSING As interest in organic food grows, so does the confusion surrounding it. What is organic food? Is it really that much better for me? And most impor- tant, where can I find it locally? To that end, City Pulse is looking to separate fact from fiction with a new monthly column dedicated to the topic. Stories will focus on local growers, restaurants and other food service providers who are focused on this specific market. To be considered, you must be based in the Lansing area, have strong writing skills and a broad base of knowledge about organic food. If you’re interested, please send a cover letter and three writing samples by Feb. 14 to [email protected].

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