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The City of Lansing will accept sealed proposals at the FINANCE DEPARTMENT/PURCHASING OFFICE, 8TH FLOOR CITY HALL, 124 W. MICHIGAN AVENUE, LANSING, MICHIGAN 48933 until 3:00 PM local time in effect on OCT. 27, 2011.

Complete specifications and forms required to submit proposals are available by contacting Stephanie Robinson CPPB at (517) 483-4128 or email: srobinso @lansingmi.gov or go to www.mitn.info .

The City of Lansing encourages proposals from all vendors including MBE/WBE vendors and Lansing- based businesses.

PUBLIC NOTICE OF BRUSH CONTROL HERBICIDE APPLICATONS

The Board of Water & Light hereby provides notice to the public of Brush Control Applications, as required by Rule 11(5)(d) of Regulation 637 of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 451 of 1994, Pesticide Control. Brush Control Applications will be on some electric transmission and distribution right-of-ways. Applications will be made between the dates of October 6, 2011 and December 31, 2011. The products to be used for the foliar applications will be “Arsenal” (imazapyr) and “Krenite” (fosamine). The products to be used for the basel bark applications will be “Garlon 4” (triclopyr) and “Stalker” (imazapyr). For Further information please contact:

Peter Baker, Utility Forestry Supervisor Electric Transmission and Distribution Department 1140 S. Pennsylvania Ave., Lansing, MI 48912 (517) 702-6552

This notice is published in conformance with Regulation No. 637 of the Michigan Administrative Code, PA 451 of 1994, as amended.

M. Denise Griffin Corporate Secretary (517) 702-6033 City Pulse • October 5, 2011 www.lansingcitypulse.com 5

O’Dell, has been researching the possibil- itself. The study was conducted by the Positive or not? ity of bringing a casino here for months New England Public Policy Center at in order to create more jobs. Earlier this the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston. Eye A casino would bring jobs and revenue year, O’Dell circulated a petition for a bal- Despite the negatives, the Pennsylvania to Lansing, but how much and at what lot issue to ask if Lansing residents want- study found that casinos help diversify a candy! price to other operations in Michigan? ed a casino. O’Dell said he also introduced region, which can help attract more tourists. tribal leaders to city officials in February, “It adds another dimension of things of the week Lansing Mayor Virg Bernero said a casi- hoping to move the project forward. to do and entertainment,” said Lee no in Lansing would have a “tremendous “For us it’s not about the gaming,” Hladki, president and CEO of the Greater positive impact," but some experts disagree. O’Dell said. “It’s about job creation.” Lansing Convention and Visitors Bureau. On Friday, following reports that his But a study prepared for the National “The more choice you have as a visitor, administration is negotiating for a casi- Gambling Impact Study Commission the more attractive that destination is.” no, Bernero issued a written statement by Adam Rose and Associates in Michael O’Callaghan, executive vice saying his “administration strongly sup- Pennsylvania in 1998 found that most president and chief operating officer for ports the concept of a casino in Lansing casino jobs are “low-skill, low-paying the Detroit Metro Convention and Visitors because it would have a tremendous service opportunities” that rely on tips. Bureau, said the three casinos in Detroit positive impact on our local economy.” James Nye, a spokesman for the “have been a positive aspect for the city.” But Matthew Fletcher, MSU professor Saginaw-Chippewa Indian Tribe, owner “They have certainly attracted out- of law and director of the indigenous law of Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort in Mt. of-state visitors to the region,” he said. and policy center said building a casino in Pleasant, and the Nottawaseppi Huron But O’Callaghan also believes that visi- Lansing would siphon wealth from other Band of Potawatomi, owner Firekeepers tors don’t come for casinos alone. He communities rather than create new wealth. Casino in Battle Creek, said the tribes’ casi- cited the Henry Ford Museum, the “Michigan Indian gaming is what I nos provide a wide-range of jobs at the casi- Detroit Institute of Arts and the suc- would call zero-sum, it’s grown as much as no as well as the tribal government itself. cess of the Detroit Tigers as examples Property: 359 University Drive, East Lansing of other attractions Owner: Shanna and Andy Draheim that have brought Taxpayer: Shanna and Andy Draheim visitors to the city. Salaries generated by casinos Assessed: $21,300 National data listed first followed by projected temporary casino salaries O’Callaghan agreed with Fletcher that over- People have a strong aesthetic sense of MANAGEMENT I.T. MAINTENANCE SERVICE National gambling saturating the mar- what is a home. Take a look around the occupational ket with casinos would Lansing area — it's clear that Michiganders 91,540 58,430 22,840 28,090 yearly salary averages make each individual have distinctly traditional inclinations. General Mngr. I.T. Mngr. House keeping Dealers casino less profitable. The latest addition to East Lansing's $57,390 $54,121 $15,113 $9,169 + tips Lansing “There are only so Chesterfield Hills Neighborhood, 359 Compliance Mngr. I.T. Technician Maintenance Slot Shift Supervisor temporary $50,47 7 $38,313 $1 7,240 $29,251 casino yearly many people in a region University Drive completed in April 2011, Slot Mngr. Help Desk Electricians Slot Technician salary estimates who have an inter- is a traditional two-story style house that $41,305 $30,430 $20,912 $21,471 est in gaming,” he said. is aesthetically pleasing to our traditional *National data taken from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, gures from 2010. State data taken from Ted O’Dell of Lansing Jobs Coalition. Another concern tastes and environmentally friendly. It is Based on a current tribal temoprary casino in Michigan’s 2009 budget gures. is that the Sault Ste. a superb example of the evolution and Marie Chippewa tribe success of today’s green building design. it can,” Fletcher said. “If a casino generates Some jobs may be minimum wage, but — the tribe that is reportedly interested According to owner, Shanna Draheim, let’s say $100 million, almost all of that is others would offer higher salaries, he said. in Lansing — went through banktrupt- what she loves the most about her house going to come from other communities.” Another potential downside to casi- cy at its first metropolitan casino, the is that it is both energy efficient and totally Fletcher said the Indian gaming indus- nos is that they can drain a municipal- Greektown Casino in Detroit. The tribe ordinary. try leveled off about 10 years ago at the ity’s resources in terms of fire, police lost ownership of the casino in 2010 The house was built to LEED $10 billion mark. Even the three non- and emergency personnel protec- after it entered bankruptcy in May 2008 (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Indian casinos in Detroit started siphon- tion when the casino first opens, the with over $755 million in debt, but the Design) standards, including re-purposed ing money from the Indian casinos. Pennsylvania study said. However, the tribe still owns the land. Fletcher said materials, notably salvaged hardwood “There certainly will be positive eco- study concluded that the casino’s rev- problems with the tribe’s other inves- floors from Detroit, structural insulated nomic impacts (for Lansing), there will enue would more than pay for sustained tors, which were supposed to contrib- panels for the exterior envelope, and a be some growth,” Fletcher said. “The sig- public service commitments over time. ute 50 percent of the costs, forced the rain garden for stormwater. The house is nificance of it isn’t going to be a whole lot.” According to Michigan law, 2 per- tribe to come up with all the funds itself. expected to be certified with a gold rating Bernero did not give any num- cent of slot machine revenue goes “They started way in debt before or even possibly a platinum rating. Look bers. Bob Trezise, president/CEO of to the local government, O’Dell they even got going,” Fletcher said, for an update later this year. the Lansing Economic Development said. The city would also receive but there’s no way to tell if the same As more people become hip to this envi- Corp., did not return calls. revenue from the city income tax situation could happen in Lansing. ronmentally sensitive type of design, the Ted O’Dell of the Lansing Jobs that casino employees would pay. While Fletcher would not com- extraordinary will ideally become ordinary. Coalition disagrees with Fletcher. He sees A 2006 study of state revenue from ment on whether a casino should a Lansing casino as a massive job creator gaming in New England found that come to Lansing, he said that the — Amanda Harrell-Seyburn that would bring 1,500 new permanent New England states receive between positive impacts generally outweigh jobs as well as 300 construction jobs. 2 percent and 7 percent of their state the negative impacts of casinos. “Eye candy of the Week” is our weekly look at These jobs could range in sal- revenues from gaming. However, con- “Michigan needs more economic some of the nicer properties in Lansing. It rotates each ary from $9,169 plus tips for dealers to trary to O’Dell’s beliefs, the study found growth, it needs job growth, and this with Eyesore of the Week. If you have a suggestion, $169,047 for the casino’s general man- that permanent casinos divert tour- could be a job creator,” Fletcher said. please e-mail [email protected] or call Nyssa Rabinowitz at 999-5064. ager, he said, citing his own research. ists away from local businesses, mak- The Lansing Jobs Coalition, headed by ing the main form of revenue the casino — Nyssa Rabinowitz 6 www.lansingcitypulse.com City Pulse • October 5, 2011

PUBLIC NOTICES how the organization manages into the Board costs, a foreseeable future.” NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Housing Commission Board President INGHAM COUNTY, MICHIGAN parking dilemma Tony Baltimore said potential costs are Notice is hereby given that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners will conduct a public unknown at this point, but that he is “very hearing Tuesday October 11, 2011 during their regular meeting at 6:30 PM at the Ingham County much in favor” of the proposal because it Courthouse Mason MI to hear comments on the completion of the Community Development Block and mudslinging Grant Project which provided financial assistance for the extension and improvements to electric will get rid of the “blight” that is Oliver service to the Jackson National Life Insurance Company at 1 Corporate Way, Lansing MI. If you Towers and the move to Davenport’s wish further information or to comment in writing on this project please contact Sandra Gower, The Lansing Housing Commission campus would allow easier access for the Economic Development Coordinator, 121 E. Maple St., Mason MI 48854 or 517 676-7285 no later than 3:00 PM on October 11, 2011. anticipates a “major expenditure of Housing Commission’s customers. funds” with Oliver Towers proposal; The Housing Commission is one of NOTICE OF ELECTION CHRIS SWOPE LCC would have a parking problem; four entities that need to approve a pro- GENERAL ELECTION LANSING CITY CLERK oh, and Bernero calls LCC’s position on posal to trade a 3.01-acre block downtown TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2011 CITY OF LANSING wanting Oliver Towers “infantile.” with Davenport University’s 2.73-acre downtown Lansing campus. The Housing Commission is the only occupant in the To the qualified electors of the City of Lansing, Counties of Ingham and Eaton, State of Michigan The Lansing Housing Commission Oliver Towers building, which sits on the anticipates “numerous details” that need three-acre, city-owned block. The Lansing Notice is hereby given that the City of Lansing will conduct the General Election in the City of to be worked out before the Oliver Towers City Council, U.S. Department of Housing Lansing, Counties of Ingham and Eaton, State of Michigan on Tuesday, November 8, 2011. Polls will be open at 7:00 a.m. and will remain open until 8:00 p.m. proposal is approved, part of which “entails and Urban Development and Davenport’s a major expenditure of funds” for moving Board of Trustees also need to approve the For the purpose of electing candidates to the following offices: its administrative offices. deal. Lansing City Council Member At-Large (2); Lansing City Council Member First Ward; Lansing City In a Sept. 7 letter to the Housing Davenport’s board won’t discuss the pro- Council Member Third Ward; Board of Education Member, Lansing School District (3); Board of Commission Board from Executive posal until its Oct. 12 meeting, Davenport Education, East Lansing School District (1); Board of Education, Holt Public Schools (2); Board of Director Patricia Baines-Lake, she explains President Richard J. Pappas said in an Education, Waverly Community Schools (2); Board of Education, Waverly Community Schools (1) that negotiations will need to cover “con- e-mail. A spokesman from HUD said in And the following proposals will be presented: cerns of LHC’s Board, the site’s location in an e-mail that the proposal is “still being a floodplain and a floodway, timing of the evaluated.” The City Council aims to vote General Revision of City Charter move and start of construction, resolution on it Oct. 24. Authorize Sale of a parcel of land within Red Cedar Park Headlee Millage Override of the Fair Market Value differential … .” Baines-Lake said the Housing (full text of these proposals is available at www.lansingmi.gov/clerk or at the City Clerk’s Office) Also: “Ultimately, LHC may absorb Commission board unanimously autho- some incidental costs of moving the rized her on Sept. 7 to negotiate the deal, Voting Precincts and Polling Places are: Central Administrative Offices, trans- subject to the board’s final approval. Lansing Ward 1 Lansing Ward 2 fer/installation of communication lines, But if you happened to read the Sept. Pct. 1 - Otto Middle School Pct. 2 - Forest View Elementary School equipment, some furnishing costs, office 25 edition of the Lansing State Journal, Pct. 2 - Board of Water & Light Pct. 3 - South Washington Apartments Pct. 3 - Grand River Headstart Pct. 4 - Mt. Hope Elementary School build-out costs and some capital improve- a front-page story might have led you Pct. 4 - Bethlehem Temple Church Pct. 5 - Henry North Elementary School ments to replacement structure. The exact to believe the Housing Commission has Pct. 5 - South Washington Office Complex Pct. 6 - Henry North Elementary School Financial Considerations are difficult to already agreed to the deal. Pct. 8 - Fairview Elementary School Pct. 8 - Gardner Middle School Pct. 9 - Post Oak Elementary School Pct. 10 - Forest View Elementary School determine until each of these components The first three paragraphs of the LSJ Pct. 10 - Riverfront Apartments Pct. 11 - Gardner Middle School is priced out.” story read: "Lansing's housing commission Pct. 12 - Bingham Elementary School Pct. 12 - Lyons Ave. Elementary School While Baines-Lake wrote that the pro- has signed onto an expansion proposal ... . Pct. 14 - Foster Community Center Pct. 13 - Kendon Elementary School posal accomplishes the goals of moving Pct. 14 - Cavanaugh Elementary School "The commission's unanimous vote this the Housing Commission’s offices to a month ... is crucial support for the project's Lansing Ward 3 Lansing Ward 4 place that offers easy access to customers advocates because a deal can't move for- Pct. 1E - Southside Community Center Pct. 2 - Emanuel First Lutheran Church and remains downtown, she added: “LHC ward without it. Pct. 3 - Elmhurst Elementary School Pct. 3 - Willow Elementary School Pct. 4 - Lewton Elementary School Pct. 5 - Willow Elementary School has no specific policy regarding this action. "With Davenport also on board, the Pct. 5 - Attwood Elementary School Pct. 6 - South Washington Office Complex However, this proposal entails a major project now is contingent on approval from Pct. 6E - Woodcreek Magnet School Pct. 7 - Grace Lutheran Church expenditure of funds and it clearly defines See LHC, Page 7 Pct. 7 - Attwood Elementary School Pct. 8 - Riddle Elementary School Pct. 8 - Wainwright Magnet School Pct. 9 - Letts Community Center Pct. 10 - Dwight Rich Middle School Pct. 12 - Cumberland School LANSING AREA PUBLIC PURCHASING Pct. 12 - Averill Elementary School Pct. 13 - Transitions North GROUP Pct. 13 - Southside Community Center Pct. 14 - St. Stephen Lutheran Church Pct. 15 - Pleasant View Magnet School Pct. 15 - Lewton Elementary School All polling places are accessible and voting instructions are available in alternative formats of audio and Braille. An accessible voting device is also available.

Polling Place Changes: Voters in Ward 4 Precinct 6 now vote at the South Washington Office Complex located at 2500 S. Washington Avenue. Voters in Ward 4 Precinct 13 now vote at TENTH ANNUAL LANSING BUSINESS Transitions North located at 3200 Remy Drive just off North Grand River. NETWORKING EVENT

Photo Identification Required to Vote: Meet the buyers from public entities in the Under Michigan law, ALL voters will be asked to show photo identification to vote at the polls. Voters greater Lansing region, without identification will be required to fill out and sign an affidavit in order to receive a ballot. Featuring keynote speaker CHRIS HOLMAN

To see if you are registered or to find your polling location, check the Lansing City Clerk’s web TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2011 site at www.lansingmi.gov/clerk. 7:30 A.M. TO 1:00 P.M.

The Lansing City Clerk’s Election Unit, 2500 S. Washington Ave, will be open on Saturday, November LANSING COMMUNITY COLLEGE 5, 2011, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. to issue and accept absentee ballots to qualified electors. Saturday, WEST CAMPUS November 5 at 2 p.m. is the deadline to request an absentee ballot be mailed to a voter or have one 5708 Cornerstone Drive issued and taken out of the Clerk’s Office. Lansing MI 48917

Monday, November 7 at 4 p.m. is the deadline to request an absentee ballot. Ballots requested on Phone: Beckie Beard, LCC Purchasing, Monday, November 7 must be requested and voted in person at the Clerk’s Office at 124 W. Michigan 517.483.1790, or email [email protected] Ave, 9th Floor or 2500 S. Washington Ave. Register at [email protected]

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said in an interview Monday night. “There is interested in the property, is prompted create unified areas of educational institu- LHC isn’t a viable city in the country that says by LCC Vice President Lisa Webb Sharpe. tions and promote stability. We see (LCC) no to a $10 million building (to save) 200 Bernero said he’s had meetings with LCC as a pillar downtown.” from page 6 parking spaces.” President Brett Knight, who Bernero said Webb Sharpe’s response? “I won’t dig- Davenport has proposed building a $10 expressed support for the land swap with nify his characterization with a response.” the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban million, three-story, 60,000-square-foot Davenport. When asked if the Davenport proposal Development and Lansing City Council." building at the corner of Capitol Avenue “Only recently with the arrival of Lisa would have a lasting impact on the city’s Fifteen paragraphs later, the LSJ clari- and Shiawassee Street should the agree- Webb Sharpe … suddenly we’re getting and LCC’s relationship, Webb Sharpe said fied: "The commission's resolution allows ment go through. That building would go mixed signals. Our posture with LCC is she hoped not. “People throw up diver- Executive Director Patricia Baines-Lake to where the city’s Lot 2 sits now. pretty clear and cooperative. We respect sions so that you don’t focus on what’s work with HUD. Bernero said “parking can always be greatly what they (LCC) do. We also real.” "It could take 30 to 60 days for the built” to meet LCC’s needs and that cities respect the role Davenport plays and can As for the perception that Davenport’s department to finish its review, she said. are “constantly changing parking” to meet play,” Bernero said. growth is bad for LCC, Webb Sharpe The commission will have to vote again on the needs of new development: “You don’t “It’s strange — odd — the way this has said: “The mayor can create a win-win for the final details of sale." halt development to save parking.” developed. It’s one of the most befuddling everybody. There are other parcels with- Baines-Lake and Baltimore made it things I’ve seen in my political career. This in the downtown area (Davenport could clear in interviews with City Pulse that the 'Almost shocking and infantile' approach appeared out of nowhere — this expand upon). We’re interested in this par- Housing Commission approved a resolu- Bernero added that the city would con- misguided paranoia on the part of folks at cel because it’s contiguous with our down- tion to enter into negotiations — it didn't tinue to work with LCC on its parking. LCC. Now we hear about the proposal as if town campus. It’s a natural and strategic approve the proposal. “We are very attentive to LCC’s needs,” he it’s hostile (for LCC).” parcel for us. We think Davenport should "They (the Housing Commission Board) said. “It’s unexpected, almost shocking. And be able to stay here and grow.” have voted to allow me to negotiate and However, he said LCC’s position after infantile, I might add. It’s a zero-sum make a request. I don't call that voting on the Davenport announcement that it, too, game,” Bernero said. “This (proposal) can — By Andy Balaskovitz this transaction," Baines-Lake said.

LCC’s parking dilemma On top of what the four entities consider before approving the trade, Lansing Community College is contemplating the further challenge to parking if the deal goes through. If the proposed land swap is approved, LCC would lose 200 parking spaces the college leases from the city in Lot 2, which is part of the property being swapped. The surface lot, which LCC says it leases for $174,000 a year, is at the corner of Capitol Avenue and Shiawassee street. Oliver Towers is next door on Capitol. Ellen E. Jones, LCC’s director of public affairs, said in an e-mail that LCC owns 1,716 parking spaces and leases another 392 — totaling 2,108 spaces. This does not include another 300 in the city-owned North Capitol ramp, which LCC doesn’t lease but reimburses the city when LCC students pay with Star Cards to park there, Jones said. The LCC Board of Trustees also approved an agreement Sept. 19 to lease 300 more spaces in the Accident Fund parking ramp for faculty and staff, for which LCC will pay Accident Fund Holdings Inc. $1.2 million over five years. Still, Jones wrote, LCC’s analyses show the college needs at least 3,200 spaces to accommodate the 4,000 students and 1,600 employees on its downtown campus “at any given time.” It has about 2,400. “We characterize the situation as limited and challenging, with a shortage of parking spots available to students and staff,” Jones wrote. And as for the proposed deal: “Davenport's students and employees would create additional demand in an area already beset by parking shortages.” Davenport envisions serving 2,000 students, up from 800 at its current Lansing campus. But Lansing Mayor Virg Bernero said parking issues are no reason to hold up downtown development. “Cities don’t base critical development decisions strictly around parking,” Bernero 8 www.lansingcitypulse.com City Pulse • October 5, 2011 PUBLIC NOTICES 1st Ward City Council race still boiling CITY OF LANSING NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Red Cedar proposal shows differ- reasons the Red Cedar Golf Course ballot Act-5-2009, 313 E. Grand River Avenue ences between candidates, sparks proposal has provoked some remarks that Comfort Station - Market for Sale 'negative' campaigning left Washington preparing to fight off a nega- The Lansing City Council will hold a public hearing on Monday, October 24, 2011, at 7:00 p.m. in tive campaign. Council Chambers, 10th Floor, Lansing City Hall, 124 W. Michigan Avenue, Lansing, Michigan, to Is the 1st Ward City Council race going In an article in last week’s City Pulse, as consider Act-5-2009 - a proposal by the City of Lansing to market the property at 313 E. Grand negative? well as on City Pulse’s radio show, Washington Avenue for sale. Jody Washington thinks her opponent, explained that while she supported the devel- Parcel: 33-01-01-09-257-121 Lynne Martinez, took it that way last week opment of the acreage, which fronts on when Martinez reacted to Washington’s posi- Michigan Avenue across from Frandor, she LOT 23 ASSESSORS PLAT NO 31 OF BLOCK 6 ORIG PLAT tion on the Red Cedar Golf Course by saying had concerns that the project would not be For more information about this case please contact Ken Szymusiak of the Lansing Economic to supporters in an e-mail, “This is too rich.” done with the proper oversight, which was Development Corporation at 517-485-5412.. If you are interested in this matter, please attend the That prompted Washington to say voters making it hard for her to vote for the propos- public hearing or send a representative. Written comments will be accepted between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. on City business days if received before 5 p.m., Monday, October 24, 2011, at the City Council are “not interested in snarky al in November. Offices, Tenth Floor, City Hall, 124 West Michigan Avenue, Lansing, MI 48933 1696. remarks.” “One thing I respected about The mere fact Washington Mayor Bernero when he was in Chris Swope, Lansing City Clerk responded publicly to the the House of Representatives, he e-mail the same day it went was a strong voice for oversight The Ingham County Housing Commission, on behalf of the Ingham County Land Bank is accepting out suggests that the candi- of the Engler administration, proposals for the Identification and Marking of Hazardous Materials, including, but not limited to, asbestos, mercury and various containerized material, located at various sites listed in the Bid dates are closely monitoring and I would hope that he would Packet# NSP2 11-004, which can be obtained at the NSP2 office located at the Neighborhood one another. respect those same qualities in his Empowerment Center, 600 W. Maple Street, Lansing, Michigan 48906 between the hours of 8:00 No one is offering num- Council,” Washington said on the am and 5:00 pm Monday through Friday or at the website: www.inghamlandbank.org, refer to “NSP2 11-004”. Proposals will be due at the NSP2 office before 11:00 am on October 19, 2011. bers, but observers see the radio show last week. “I think it’s The Bid Opening will be October 19, 2011 at 11:01 am. The Ingham County Land Bank is an Equal race, which will be on the Nov. OK to ask questions.” Employment Opportunity Employer. Women- and Minority-Owned Businesses are encouraged to 8 ballot, as tight. Martinez, reportedly sent an apply. Martinez, a former state Lynne Martinez e-mail to her supporters that same representative, narrowly beat day including Washington’s con- CITY OF LANSING PUBLIC ACCURACY TEST Washington, a first-time candidate, in the cerns and the article. According to the e-mail, FOR THE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2011 primary, receiving just 57 votes more than which Washington posted on her campaign GENERAL ELECTION her in the Aug. 2 election. They emerged Facebook page, Martinez’s message read, “Jody from a field of five as the candidates in the Washington said in today's issue of the Lansing Notice is hereby given that the public test of the program which will be used for tabulating the results of the General Election to be held Tuesday, November 8, 2011 in the City of Lansing will be run-off general election for the seat held by City Pulse that she is not supporting the sale of conducted at the City Clerk’s Election Unit located at the South Washington Office Complex at 2500 Eric Hewitt, who is not seeking re-election. 12 acres of the Red Cedar Golf Course because South Washington Avenue on Tuesday, November 1, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. The two candidates are carrying opposing I might get elected and be voting on whether The public accuracy test is conducted to determine that the program used to tabulate the results of endorsements from the labor and business to approve proposed development project. the election counts the votes in the manner prescribed by law. communities coming into the final cam- This is too rich! Read more.” paign stretch. Washington is endorsed by Washington said Martinez may be feeling Chris Swope Lansing City Clerk the Greater Lansing Labor Council, which desperate and turning to negative tactics after represents many of the unions in the area. losing endorsements from Lansing police, CITY OF LANSING Martinez, on the other hand, firefighters, unions and others. SUMMARY OF received an endorsement from Martinez said the comments ADOPTED ORDINANCE #1174 the Lansing Regional Chamber were not meant as a personal LANSING CITY COUNCIL ADOPTED AN ORDINANCE ON MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2011, TO of Commerce on Tuesday. attack. Instead, she was trying REPEAL PART 4 OF THE LANSING CODIFIED ORDINANCES, THE “TRAFFIC CODE,” REGULATING Despite being a long sup- to circulate the article so “people THE USE OF ROADS BY VEHICLES, BICYCLES, AND PEDESTRIANS AND REPLACE IT WITH porter of unions, Martinez know that this article is available A NEW PART 4 ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE MICHIGAN VEHICLE CODE, THE UNIFORM TRAFFIC CODE PROMULGATED BY THE MICHIGAN STATE POLICE IN 2003, AND OTHER failed to get the labor endorse- for them to review and make their RELATED STATE LAWS AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE FOR THE REGULATION OF VEHICLES, ment, which she admitted was own decisions.” TRAFFIC, AND THE USE OF CITY STREETS. part of the reason she chose to Martinez supports the Red EFFECTIVE DATE: OCTOBER 26, 2011 run for 1st Ward as opposed to Cedar proposal and considers an At-Large seat where coun- it an opportunity to create an NOTICE: THE FULL TEXT OF THIS ORDINANCE IS AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW AT THE OFFICE cil members and candidates anchor development on Michigan OF THE CITY CLERK, 9TH FLOOR, CITY HALL, LANSING, MICHIGAN. A COPY OF THE FULL TEXT OF THIS ORDINANCE MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE CITY Derrick Quinney and Carol Jody Washington Avenue, which she hopes would CLERK, 9TH FLOOR, CITY HALL, LANSING MICHIGAN AT A FEE DETERMINED BY Wood draw strong labor sup- spur additional investments along CITY COUNCIL. port, City Pulse reported in April. the corridor. CHRIS SWOPE, LANSING CITY CLERK While labor influence could appear to be “I have to believe that since labor is com- the reason for the split opinions, Martinez is fortable with the proposal to put this on the the one who seems to follow the unions by ballot that they understand that this has CITY OF LANSING saying she will vote for the proposal, which SUMMARY OF the potential to create local, well-paid jobs,” ADOPTED ORDINANCE #1173 has union backing. Washington, meanwhile, Martinez said. hasn’t made up her mind whether she sup- In an interview, Martinez denied the LANSING CITY COUNCIL ADOPTED AN ORDINANCE ON MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2011, TO ports the plan. e-mail was a personal attack against her AMEND CHAPTER 876 OF THE LANSING CODIFIED ORDINANCES, SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS, TO INCLUDE A WAIVER OF THE FEE FOR CERTAIN ORGANIZATIONS SEEKING RECOGNITION The proposal would give the city permis- opponent saying, “My only comment was AS A SERVICE ORGANIZATION. sion to sell for development 12.68 acres of the ‘this is rich.’ Is that negative?” old golf course, which the Bernero adminis- Washington responded that she is deter- EFFECTIVE DATE: UPON PUBLICATION tration closed in 2007 for budgetary reasons. mined to keep her campaign positive, despite NOTICE: THE FULL TEXT OF THIS ORDINANCE IS AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW AT THE OFFICE It will be on the Nov. 8 ballot. Martinez’s remarks. OF THE CITY CLERK, 9TH FLOOR, CITY HALL, LANSING, MICHIGAN. A COPY Martinez’s campaign is supported by Mayor “I am trying desperately to keep this OF THE FULL TEXT OF THIS ORDINANCE MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE CITY CLERK, 9TH FLOOR, CITY HALL, LANSING MICHIGAN AT A FEE DETERMINED BY Virg Bernero, which may have influenced the about hard work and issues and to let people CITY COUNCIL. Chamber’s decision to endorse her. Washington know we can have politics with integrity.” has multiple family ties to the unions. CHRIS SWOPE, LANSING CITY CLERK The union support could be one of the — Nyssa Rabinowitz City Pulse • October 5, 2011 www.lansingcitypulse.com 9

fortunate to have been given enough freedom to do and say what I want to on the air. I think I have earned that, after proving myself to be reliable after 21 years. I still love the freedom of radio. As long as Lansing radio will have me, I’ll be here.” An endangered species At some stations, though, live DJs are an endangered species. The human host has radio been replaced entirely by a computer that plays automated selections of music and programming, an impersonal practice in what used to be a copiously personal form of media. How are homegrown listeners supposed to phone in song requests when battles a microchip is manning the board? Like businesses, in recent years there’s unquestionably been downsizing in the radio industry. The blame is placed on a mish-mash of circumstances: the slumping economy, SiriusXM Satellite Radio, the through Internet, iPods and the Internet station Pandora Radio. “I think FM, or music radio, is now at a serious crossroads,” said Michael Patrick Photo courtesy of Jena McShane Shiels, 44, host of Michigan’s Morning Tim Barron, who hosts the morning show on WLMI-FM (92.9), has been on the air in the static Show on WJIM-AM (1240) for the past Lansing since 1985 and spent 15 years hosting the “Tim & Deb” morning show with Deb Corporations call the shots in five and a half years. “People can get in Hart on WMMQ-FM (94.9). Over the years, Barron has jumped from station to station their car, plug in their iPod, they can get numerous times. “If you look, I’ve been on almost every frequency in the city, under one the new age of broadcasting their music any way and any time they guise or another,” he said. want.” While technological growth in the past By RICH TUPICA decided that would be its strategy. Michaels, who was fired from WMMQ decade has undoubtedly left a sizable You probably won’t run into Alice Barron said when consolidation by Citadel in December 2010, he’s been gash in the radio waves, the current state Cooper or John Tesh shopping at Lansing began spreading across the radio market back on the air since July 2011 — only this of radio seems to be a mixture of many City Market; they don’t live here. But conglomerates began firing what he calls time in south Florida working at talk radio fluctuating elements. you can hear them on the local airwaves highly paid radio “dinosaurs” in an effort to station WIOD-AM (610). He’s ditched his Another hazy piece of the radio night after night, a reminder that radio save money. It was much different than the puzzle is the effect corporate media programming isn’t what it used to be. on-air environment he first encountered conglomerates have had on local stations. Before the consolidation of radio when he started his career in 1976. Are these companies dehumanizing the People are not as dumb as radio networks in the late 1990s, local studios “The trend when consolidation occurred programming? Or are they keeping the broadcasters like to think they were buzzing with vibrant energy and DJs was to take the old, big money guys and do stations alive? Either way, bulky media were musical trendsetters who connected an ‘Old Yeller’: Take them out, shoot them companies are incessantly buying and are. You can only push so much with youth culture while chatting live over in the head and bring in a younger talent selling bundles of stations across the the airwaves. to do the same job, supposedly, for a lot shitty content for so long before country, which has led to tight consolidation How times have changed. cheaper,” Barron said. and job losses. people just say, ‘Why?' After a number of corporate buyouts, As far as the increase in automated Tim Barron, 51, has seen it firsthand. much of the local on-air talent in Lansing programming and syndicated shows, — Brock Elsesser, former He has become one of the most recognized (and beyond) is gradually being replaced Barron said it all comes down to money. voices in Lansing radio since he first hit the program director at 88.9-FM by nationally syndicated shows that are His station, which is owned by Midwest city’s airwaves in 1985. He’s now hosting a recorded and produced in other regions Communications, has created methods for The Impact morning show on WLMI-FM (92.9), but of the country. Yet, somehow radio is still localizing programs that aren’t recorded he spent time working alongside former clinging to the “live and local” ideal. anywhere near Lansing. on-air name and is now using his real Lansing personality Jaz McKay, and Lansing radio veteran Deb Hart, 42, is “Local guys cost money: air conditioning, name, Rich Minaya.) alongside Hart for 15 years on the Tim & one of the survivors. She’s hosted morning toilet paper, they have an hourly rate,” Locally owned and operated stations Deb morning show on WMMQ-FM (94.9). shows since 1997 for WMMQ-FM (94.9), Barron said. “Syndicated programming have become a rarity in the business — and Barron said after Citadel Broadcasting a classic rock station now owned by can be very effective, but it will never beat with conglomerates being able to own four bought out WMMQ’s previous owner, Cumulus Broadcasting. She said she’s not a local person. FM stations, and two AM stations in the Liggett Broadcasting, he knew his days able to comment on the recent Cumulus “There are also local sounding things same market, many stations owned by the were numbered. In 2005 he was let go buyout; however, she did voice her positive that can be done within station groups. For same company share offices. from the station, with severance pay. thoughts on the future of radio. instance, when I leave at 9 o’clock, a guy Each of the top stations in Lansing He was replaced by Rich Michaels, who “They said television was going to kill in another state (Chuck Lakefield, a.k.a. is owned by one of three corporations: worked for another of Lansing's Citadel radio, they said MTV was going to kill “The Laker”) is doing the mid-day show. Midwest Communications (of Wausau, stations. radio, they said cable was going to kill He knows Lansing, he gets memos from Wis.), MacDonald Broadcasting (based in “Citadel comes in — and I knew the radio,” Hart said. “But it’s an immediate us every day and he sounds much warmer Lansing) and the latest conglomerate to clock was ticking because they’re going to medium. People can pick up their phone and very genuine because he knows he’s come to Lansing, Cumulus Media, Inc. (of consolidate,” Barron recalled. “Why would and be a part of it. You can e-mail us and broadcasting to my audience after I leave. Atlanta), which formed in 1997. you pay Rich Michaels and Tim Barron all hear it read on the air. That is fun for That is a local sound to a large called-in On Sept. 16, Cumulus acquired that money to fight it out when you own people, I think. show, but it’s still not the same as a local all stations across the country them both? Why wouldn’t you kill one and “I am absolutely blessed beyond words guy.” elevate the other?” to still be working in morning radio in (As for the sometimes controversial Over the course of two years Citadel Lansing for 21 years now. I feel really See Radio, Page 10 10 www.lansingcitypulse.com City Pulse • October 5, 2011

biggest buy to date. Before that, the said. “There are a number of big ones now. radio station. He left radio altogether in Radio company did 145 acquisitions between As far as I understand it, they may own it 2009 after a four-year stint at Q101-FM 1997 and 2002; only a few periodic one- from Atlanta, Las Vegas or New York, but in Chicago. from page 9 off deals followed, until recently. there’s a definite value to a local face.” Elsesser said he feels the radio giants With corporate buyouts often comes Shiels said listeners of his show, which dropped the ball on the creative side of owned by Citadel Broadcasting (of loss of jobs. Although Hannan said he is recorded live at a storefront studio on See Radio, Page 11 Las Vegas). The deal was finalized feels the stations Cumulus acquired from Michigan Avenue in the Stadium District after months of negotiations and Citadel are strong, he isn’t sure what the building, won’t notice a change in his Federal Communications Commission Lansing stations can expect. locally themed program, which often approval. “Our operating team is out evaluating invites area politicians, business people The now-defunct Citadel, formed in (in Lansing),” he said. “I mean, I’m not and newsmakers on the air. 1984, was a leader in the radio market; familiar with what’s on the ground in “Nobody that’s listening right now on it was in the ranks with industry giant Lansing, so I don’t know what the team Michigan Avenue cares that (WJIM) is Clear Channel Communications Inc. will be doing there. owned by Cumulus,” Shiels said. “They In 2007 Citadel’s reported revenue was “It’s a unique property acquisition for care that they get the person they want to $719,760,000. But in 2008 Citadel began us. We take our time, we’re evaluating it hear, the information they want to hear, facing severe financial trouble, letting go and we’ll see. These are great assets — we and the music they want to hear. I don’t hundreds of personalities and staffers. In didn’t buy this company to gut it.” know how much it affects the average December 2009 it filed for bankruptcy Scott Truman, Midwest Communication’s person. When Citadel owned it, we were and then re-emerged in June 2010 — but market manager in Lansing, said he’s been still a local radio station.” only lasted until September 2011. through this type of sale (in July 2010, As for the longevity of radio, Shiels After this merger Cumulus has become Midwest bought out his previous employer, said talk radio has an advantage over a major part of the Lansing media industry. the Rubber City Radio Group) and he music-based stations. It now controls WMMQ, WFMK-FM understands the apprehension former “The thing that gives talk radio the (99.1), WJIM-FM/NOW-FM (97.5), Citadel employees may be feeling. Truman upper hand is that it’s totally unique. WJIM-AM, WVFN-AM The Game (730) manages WJXQ-FM (106.1), WQTX-FM On a day-to-day basis you get the and Lansing’s frontrunner in the ratings, Big Country (92.1), WLMI-FM and WVIC- freshest and latest of what’s going on WITL-FM (100.7). FM The Edge (94.1), all out of the same — and you get it with personality. So what’s the story with this new building in Holt. Altogether, Midwest owns “Right now it’s on AM, but there’s a massive company that recently planted its 47 stations. national trend to move talk shows on to corporate roots in Lansing? “For us, just coming off a sale — FM. I think eventually that will happen.” Lansing-based Cumulus representatives immediately, I sympathize,” Truman said. Chris Holman, publisher of Greater refused to comment on the merger. Before “I have friends over there. I know what Lansing Business Monthly and the the Citadel merger, Cumulus employed it’s like to be bought and sold and have Michigan Business Network website, roughly 3,400 full-time employees. With the uncertainty of what your job is going spent 14 years on the air, 12 of those at the completion of the Citadel acquisition, to be. I was very fortunate with Midwest. WJIM-AM. He said he feels mom-and- Cumulus Media is the second largest radio It’s a company that talked to us in advance. pop operations are a thing of the past. station owner in the country, owning or There was a lot of dialogue I had with “Small, locally owned stations are not operating more than 570 radio stations management before they actually took making it,” Holman explained. “Most of in 120 markets and a nationwide radio over the stations.” them grow because they want to be bought network serving over 4,000 stations. Shiels, whose “Michigan’s Morning by somebody bigger: They’re all waiting for Show” has been simulcast on FOX-47 Clear Channel to buy them, basically. It’s Buying and selling television for the past two years, said the more of a dollar game than a radio game.” purchase of his station didn’t come as a Brock Elsesser, 32, started as a rookie J.P. Hannan, Cumulus Media Inc. senior surprise, adding “that’s the way it’s going in disc jockey in 1997 on 92.1-FM The Edge, vice president, treasurer and chief financial the industry.” which signed off in 2003 (it’s now back on officer, estimated the Citadel purchase to “These stations switch hands between the air at 94.1 FM). He also spent a few be $2.4 billion. 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together,” Elsesser said. “It’s all about dollar days at The Edge, as well as his time at the Radio signs and that’s not necessarily a bad thing, student-operated The Impact, a station “The trend when consolidation but when there’s no real thought behind it that’s been managed by Gary Reid since it occurred was to take the old, from page 10 people can feel that and are not going to debuted in 1989. Reid is a 35-year MSU take it seriously. employee and also WKAR’s director of big money guys and do an ‘Old radio, as well as the opportunities the Web “People are not as dumb as radio radio and television broadcasting services. offers, and now the industry is suffering. He broadcasters like to think they are. You can “We struggle every day to try and remain Yeller’: Take them out, shoot said he began to lose faith in the industry only push so much shitty content for so relevant to our listeners,” Reid said. “We them in the head and bring after attending a few National Association long before people just say, ‘Why?’ It’s too try to be open-minded enough to find new of Broadcasters conferences while working bad it’s become what it has. Aside from talk music that will be of value to listeners and in a younger talent to do the at The Impact. and sports radio, in my opinion, there’s no move forward.” same job, supposedly, for a lot “Every year I’d see the people that future for music radio. Its days are over.” Back when The Impact first hit the would get together, the big head honchoes In Elsesser’s eyes, program directors — airwaves, the Internet didn’t even exist. cheaper,” — Tim Barron, morning who are in charge of radio, so to speak,” who were once responsible for determining Reid, 58, said his student staff today is show host at WLMI-FM (92.9) Elsesser recalled. “I’d hear them talk, hear what went on the air and how it was technologically savvy. their plans. Honestly, it was a big group presented — have been taken out of the “They think much more broadly about some,” Waggley said. “It’s not down huge of 60-year-old white guys who used to be mix by the conglomerates. radio and what radio could be in today’s — some people would call it huge, I guess. sales managers, who didn’t have an artistic “They’re essentially just managers of world,” Reid said. “I find they have broader But I firmly believe the radio industry can bone in their body and had absolutely no the employees,” he said. “They really don’t tastes in music and are interested in doing re-grow some of those numbers and move idea what the fuck was going on. have a say over the programming or the other things than just being a DJ. We have back in a positive direction. The last couple “They dropped the ball on podcasting, music they’re playing — they don’t have a bunch of people who are interested in years haven’t been easy for anybody.” dropped the ball on any Internet content the ability to be creative or innovative. It video; we have a branded YouTube site. Peter Tanz, 51, vice president of Michigan whatsoever. They were so backwards. … all comes down from the head office.” The young people look at media in a much operations for Midwest Communications, They were saying stuff like, ‘We really need With batches of stations across the broader way than we have in the past.” said even with the intense changes, he to push the fact that terrestrial radio is live map being owned by the same companies, Robert Waggley, 55, a former Cumulus feels what comes out of the speakers hasn’t and local, and blah, blah, blah’ — all this Elsesser said it’s simple to spot the striking employee and now the general sales waned. bullshit. Now, 90 percent of radio stations similarities, even across state lines. manager at MacDonald Broadcasting, has “What the audience experiences and across the country are automated.” “You can drive across the country and a more optimistic look on the slumping what the audience feels isn’t necessarily listen to a conglomerate’s radio stations, radio numbers. MacDonald, which owns what’s changed,” Tanz said. “It’s how we and as you cross Michigan, Illinois, all WHZZ-FM/MIKE FM (101.7), Power deliver content and how we look at our 'Its days are over' the way over to California, you’re going to 96.5 WQHH-FM, WILS-AM (1320) own internal business model; it’s just Elsesser, who now teaches audio hear the same music, same imaging, many and WXLA-AM (1130), is one of the few changed dramatically. Change is constant. production classes at Lansing Community times even the same voice guy: There’s no private, locally owned broadcasters still There’s constant change, but as long as you College, said listeners are turned off by the differentiation,” he said. in operation. It owns stations in just two continue to serve the advertisers and serve preset programming radio depends upon. Elsesser may be fed up with corporate markets, Saginaw and Lansing. the community, you’re going to continue “It’s the cheap way to put something radio today, but he spoke highly of his early “In the industry, radio revenue is down to do well.”

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By ALLAN I. ROSS pull your heart up into your throat with a A typical round of applause after a song falsetto switch then send it plummeting in a Broadway musical is about 10 sec- back with a key change. onds. Stop for a moment, count that out to Due credit must be given to Joseph Leo yourself and imagine how long that really Bwarie, who plays Valli, the heart and soul is: One one thousand, two one thousand, of every incarnation of The Four Seasons. three one thousand ... Sure, the band was the brainchild of That’s a decent stretch of schemer Tommy DeVito (Matt Bailey), but Review time, even for an Andrew it was Valli’s angelic vocal range — aided by Lloyd Webber-level show- songwriter Bob Gaudio (Preston Truman stopper. At last Friday’s show of “Jersey Boyd) and bassman/arranger Nick Massi Boys,” four separate numbers earned near- (Michael Lomenda) — that propelled ly three times that (including a standing The Four Seasons from singing under a ovation in the middle of the show). That’s streetlight to becoming a British Invasion- 30 full seconds of applause. You don’t have proof juggernaut. Bwarie hits every last to count that one of Valli’s legendary notes, convinc- 'Jersey Boys' one out — that's ingly embodying the singer — warts and Wharton Center audience love. all — yet still makes him feel like your kid Through Oct. 16 So what could brother. Courtesy Photos 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, possibly warrant The show opens with “Ces Soiress- Bob Gaudio (Preston Truman Boyd, left) and Frankie Valli (Joseph Leo Bwarie) win hearts Wednesdays and Thursdays; 8 p.m. Fridays; 2 and 8 p.m. such a rousing la,” a 2000 hip-hop version of the 1976 while climbing the pop charts as half of The Four Seasons in “Jersey Boys.” Saturdays; 1 and 6:30 p.m. response? Best French remake of The Four Seasons’ 1975 Sundays guess: a combi- chart-topper “December, 1963 (Oh What R-rated dialogue. every one of them) morph from impromp- $35-$95 (800) WHARTON nation of music a Night).” This isn’t just Americana; it’s Polished to a gem can’t begin to describe tu jam sessions into full-on performances www.whartoncenter.com that is ingrained trans-cultural rock and roll. From there the slickness of “Jersey Boys” (which won that prompt the lengthy acclaim. It was in the DNA of we get to see the group as they go through the Tony Award for best musical in 2005 almost as if the audience was given the post-World War their, um, four seasons: spring (the band’s and is still running on Broadway). opportunity to give direct thanks to the II American pop culture, a tight book that formation and rise to fame), summer (their The catwalk backdrop frames an ever- original members in the form of their ava- captures that lightning-in-a-bottle exhila- ride to the top of the charts) and so on. This shifting series of impressionistic scenes tars, with the actors appearing truly hum- ration of watching a group of artists dis- cookie-cutter premise thankfully eschews including a recording studio, nightclub bled to accept the accolades. cover themselves and … oh who am I kid- treacle and, yes, even predictability with and even the stage of “The Ed Sullivan And boy, as an audience member, does ding — it’s the Frankie Valli solos that can its compelling characterizations and its Show.” The songs (and you know nearly it feel good to heap it on. Historical highs Comerica Bank event raises funds for Lansing historical museum By DENYSE SMITH d'oeuvres will be served. Lansing building offers more than just On a clear Lansing night, the Comerica branch manager Mike a vault and a view. DeMartelaere said view from the top is a good one, and DeMartelaere said the building was the architecture on the first floor and on Saturday, patrons of the Greater constructed the mosaics and murals are Lansing Historical Society’s Fall between 1931 Greater Lansing notable in their own right. Fundraiser will get a chance to see for and 1933 and Historical Society Valerie Marvin of the themselves the view from the 15th floor has been owned Fundraiser Greater Lansing Historical windows of Comerica Bank. by banking Society said she thought the 4-7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 8 For the first time in the bank’s histo- companies since Comerica Bank Building bank would be a perfect place ry Comerica Bank is hosting the fund- it opened its 105 N. Washington Square, Lansing to hold this year’s event. She raiser in its historic North Washington doors. $15 individuals; $25 couples said the exterior of the build- Square location, and plans are to allow The architec- Order by mail at P.O. Box 12095, ing is a showcase of Lansing- visitors to tour the building’s first floor tural features of Lansing, MI 48901 centric history, including Resrvations are suggested, but (including the vault) before heading to the first floor, tickets will also be available at the sculptural depictions of the the 15th floor to check out the view. vault and the door automotive industry, agricul- The event benefits the Greater view from the lansinghistory.org ture and education. Lansing Historical Society’s effort to top floor are (517) 282-0671 “It’s such a great building,” open the Lansing Historical Museum. most impres- she said. “Banks were not Patrons can take tours throughout sive, he said, being built during the Great the evening to see the archways and adding, “You’re able to see quite a ways Depression and to have one whose James Sanford/City Pulse Art Deco touches that made the build- on a nice evening.” structures and art depictions go all the The Comerica Building on North Washington Square ing a work of art during the Great Touted at the time as a “mod- was built in the early 1930s as the Bank of Lansing. Depression. Refreshments and hors ern skyscraper,” the original Bank of See Historical, Page 13 City Pulse • October 5, 2011 www.lansingcitypulse.com 13 Historical

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By CARLEE SCHEPLER ing school. Each of the students are search- The mission of Dennis Corsi’s theater ing for identity and a sense of belonging company is to make a posi- while contemplating issues tive change in the communi- 'Bare' that include sexuality, pop- ty — and with his directorial Touch Your Soul Productions ularity and drugs. debut, “Bare: A Pop Opera,” Residential College in the Arts and “The main characters are he hopes to see that goal Humanities Theater in Snyder- two guys in a relationship ‘Dead’ in come to fruition. Phillips Hall, MiSU with one another: They go 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 6; 8 p.m. “I hope the audience leaves Friday, Oct. 7, and Saturday, Oct. 8; through a lot of judgment Williamston the show reflecting on ways 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 9 and oppression,” Corsi said. $10 general admission; free for Plus, Riverwalk Theatre that they can be more open students on Thursday and Sunday; “It ends tragically, and I’m to other people,” said the $7 students for Friday and Saturday hoping the audience feels gets frosty in ‘Terra Nova’ Michigan State University Email reservations to somewhat accountable, senior of the musical, which [email protected] so they can help to make By NICOLE LaCHANCE www.touchyoursoulproductions.com opens Thursday. sure that this sort of thing Williamston Theater’s season opener, Written by Jon Hartmere, doesn’t happen anymore.” “The Dead Guy,” follows the life of a con- Jr. and Damon Intrabartolo, “Bare” revolves The theater major is reaching out to youth testant on an Photo by Kim Berens around a theater class at a Catholic board- beyond the auditorium by donating some of extreme reality the production's proceeds to help counsel Jason (Michal Kolaczkowski) and Peter show. The cen- ‘The Dead Guy’ teens who are contemplating suicide. (Christopher Robinsone) fall in love while tral character is Williamston Theatre attending Catholic school in “Bare.” 122 S. Putnam Road, “The Trevor Project is a hotline for peo- Eldon Phelps, a Williamston ple that just need someone to talk to,” he man who gets $1 Through Oct. 30 explained. “That’s what a lot of the show feels “Bare” was the perfect show to launch million to spend 8 p.m. Thursdays and is about. (The organization) is a listening the company,. over seven days as Fridays; 3 and 8 p.m. Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays ear so that we don’t have as many people “The title has so many different mean- camera crews fol- $25 Friday and Saturday taking their lives.” ings,” he said. “One of them is to bear the low him around evenings; $22 Saturday Corsi has been involved with theater cross, as in the Catholic church. Another and broadcast matinees and Sundays; $20 Thursdays; $10 students; $2 since sixth grade, but it wasn’t until he is to bare your soul and deepest fears, his spending on off for seniors 65 and over started college that he knew he wanted it your deepest desires. Or there’s bare national televi- Preview performance at 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 6; all to be his career. as in being completely stripped of any sion. However, at seats $15. “I realized I had such a passion for it masks or shields and being completely the end of the sev- (517) 655-7469 and I wanted to devote all my time and life vulnerable.” en days, he must www.williamstontheatre.com to it,” he said. After each show a discussion panel will die by a viewer- He began planning for “Bare” about a be held on the themes of the play. A variety chosen method. year and a half ago, and this summer he of perspectives will be represented with cast The black comedy is directed by Tony started his own production company com- members, university staff and parents on Caselli (“Greater Tuna”) and features posed entirely of fellow undergraduates. the panel. Thursday's topic is “The Masks Robin Lewis-Bedz, Chris Korte, Chris “When I graduate I want to have my We Wear”; on Friday, “Homosexuality and Purchis, Eric Eilerson, Ian Paige and Authorized Warranty Service own company and do shows, so I thought, the Church” will be discussed; Saturday's Michelle Serje. why not start now?” he recalled. discussion addresses “Hot Topics Among “What the play reminds us is that a lot 1915 E. Michigan Ave. Lansing, MI 48912 The website Kickstarter.com allowed Youth,” and the Sunday panel will discuss (517) 351-9339 www.capmac.net Corsi to gather the necessary funds. He “Coming Out.” See Curtain Call, Page 15 [email protected] The Italian American Club of Lansing BY ARTISTS FROM: PRESENTS The Bellini “An Operatic Tribute Opera Theatre to Mario Lanza“ PERFORMING Arias, Duets, OCT. 16, 2011 Italian & Neapolitan 3PM Dart Auditorium-LCC Classics Tickets $20 Call (517) 974-1706 Email: [email protected] City Pulse • October 5, 2011 www.lansingcitypulse.com 15

Photo by Luke Pline The cast of Riverwalk Theatre's “Terra Nova” includes, A STREETCAR seated in front from left, Eric Chatfield, Bob Purosky, and back NAMED DESIRE row from left, Mark Bethea, BY TENNESSEE WILLIAMS Joe Baumann, Rich Helder, Joe Quick and Amanda Whitehead. Pasant Theatre

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UnchainUnchain Lansing’sLansing’s Korean screen legend's performance is pure 'Poetry' In her class at the cultural center, Mija economy (Yun Jung-Hee) is told by her teacher that economy everyone has poetry inside his or her heart. She's not sure she believes it, though. A 66-year-old South Korean trying to raise her surly 16-year-old grandson, Wook, Local First Member Nick Gavrilides while toiling as a maid for a wealthy stroke Owner, Soup Spoon Cafe, Lansing victim, Mija wants very badly to be a poet, Photo by but she's frustrated by how difficult it is to Monique Goch, Moxy Imagery www.moxyimagery.com find that elusive inspiration. “Where should I go?” she asks the instructor, as if he could give her a map Join the movement and become a member at to the proper place. Mija's mission is the www.CapitalAreaLocalFirst.com driving force in director Lee Chang-Dong's often eloquent “Poetry,” a film that opens Courtesy photo and closes with images of a burbling river, a metaphor for life itself, which frequently Yun Jung-Hee plays a grandmother trying to find her creative side in "Poetry." TRUSTED moves faster than we think and takes us, SINCE sometimes against our will, into situations 1999 we wish we didn't have to face. to be locking away every word for future Considering “Poetry” involves a horrify- reference — is more than enough to con- ing crime, sexual frustration and the struggle vince us how much the work affects her. to scrape together 5 million won (approxi- Yun, a legendary South Korean star who mately $40,000) to pay off an unexpected came out of retirement to make this film, debt, this is an astonishingly marvelously communicates quiet, even meditative story. ‘Poetry’ Mija's all-consuming desire to There is no musical score, East Lansing Film Society learn and her nearly paralyzing only the noises of the bustling 7:30 p.m. tonight and self-doubt, which constantly little urban center where Mija Thursday, Oct. 6, Hannah threatens to hold her back. SOLUTIONS Community Center, 819 and Wook live and the more Abbot Road, East Lansing; She's also astonishingly fine PROBLEMS bluelab pH meter soothing sounds of the country- 7 and 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 7 in her silent but unmistakably side, where Mija begins to real- and Saturday, Oct. 8; 2 p.m. offended reactions to the male- Root rot bluelab truncheon Sunday, Oct. 9, Wells Hall, ize her creative potential. dominated culture she's locked Leaf curl bluelab guardian Michigan State University Expert Staff Advice Lee has a tendency to dwell $7 adults; $5 seniors; $3 into. Whether it's the mouthy Yellow leaves on scenes with the intensely students Wook bossing her around, or No-hassle repair (517) 980-5802 analytical eye of a filmmaker like a group of fathers that treats or replace elff.com Slow growth Jean-Luc Godard. her like a servant instead of an NOW IN LANSING! 5425 W SAGINAW HWY 517-323-ROOT (7668) Sometimes this technique equal, Mija always seems to be GRAND RAPIDS WWW.HHYDRO.COM KALAMAZOO pays off, yielding riveting details and bring- running up against men who want to write ing unexpected complexities to the surface her off as a daffy, distracted old eccentric (most notably in a stunner of a sequence in fussy, pastel-saturated outfits. Mija is involving Mija and her employer). There far stronger and wiser than they suspect, are also times when a bit of judicious edit- although she keeps her power to herself, ing would have been a relief; the movie is at perhaps knowing they won't understand or least 20 minutes too long. appreciate it anyhow. Much of the poetry heard during the No viewer will fail to realize that Mija lengthy readings Mija attends has appar- is something special, though. Even when ently lost some of its grace in translation, “Poetry” rambles, Yun's superb perfor- but Yun's yearning expressions and com- mance commands — and rewards — your plete captivation as she listens — she seems attention.

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“The north The Polish Muslims, familiar favorites like Samuel Adams. Blue Grin and Lansing commu- a Hamtramck-based Moon Pumpkin Ale and hard cider from nity was, at one polka-rock band. Uncle John’s Cider Mill will also be avail- beer it point, a predomi- In addition to musi- able, as well as alcohol-free drink options. nantly German cal performances, Proceeds from Oktoberfest benefit the It's Oktoberfest time community, so attendees also have OTCA, which works to revitalize the Old again in Old Town it’s a great way to their pick of German Town neighborhood of Lansing. The orga- celebrate north food and beer to enjoy. nization focuses on business recruitment, By NICOLE LaCHANCE Lansing’s histo- Food is being provided positive marketing and neighborhood It’s not often one can wear lederhosen in ry,” said Brittney by Lansing restaurant beautification in Old Town, Hoszkiw said. Lansing without eliciting stares from curi- Hoszkiw, executive Restaurant Mediteran Attendees can park at the Eyde Building ous passerby. director of the Old and the Grand Grillin’ on Hagadorn Road in East Lansing and Courtesy photo However, this weekend marks the magi- Town Commercial food cart, which is take a free shuttle to the festival. Parking cal time of year when leather shorts and Association, who Linda Lee performs Friday at Oktoberfest. known for its Vicki is also available on the streets of Old Town suspenders are is organizing the Chicken. There is also and surrounding areas. Handicap parking considered per- event. an extensive drink selection, which includes is available at the site of the festival. There Oktoberfest fectly acceptable The festival kicks off at 6 p.m. Friday, several Oktoberfest selections as well as will also be free valet parking for bikes. Burchard Park, at the corner evening wear: with a performance by Linda Lee and Wild of Turner Street and Grand River Avenue, in Lansing That’s right, Bill. Lee, a singer and accordionist, is the 6 to 11 p.m. Friday, Oct. 7; 2 Oktoberfest is house entertainment for The Bavarian Inn to 11 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 8 once again upon in Frankenmuth, and Wild Bill is the fiddler $13 in advance; $17 at the door for adults, $13 us. in her house band. Following the perfor- for seniors before 4 p.m. T he sixth mance, polka and dance band the Hy-Notes Saturday annual Old Town takes the stage. Ticket price includes two-day admission to the festival, Oktoberfest is There will also be a kids’ tent with three food and drink tickets being held Friday authentic, educational German activities and a souvenir beer mug. (517) 485-4283 and Saturday at organized by the Michigan State University oldtownoktoberfest.com Burchard Park, German Club and a German instrument at the corner of petting zoo. Turner Street and The celebration continues Saturday, start- Grand River Avenue, in Lansing. It is the ing at 2 p.m. with a performance by German- only German-themed Oktoberfest event themed band The Happy Wonderers. At in mid-Michigan and features authentic 5:45 p.m., the Zakopane Polish Dancers German food, live music, dancing and, of perform and give free dance lessons to course, plenty of beer. festival attendees. They are followed by 18 www.lansingcitypulse.com City Pulse • October 5, 2011

ing empty beer cans over one’s head and Puerile throwing the cans all over the place is seen as hilariously funny. Michigan Albert and his two equally nutcake-y sons, Rueben and Remnar, portrayed Purple Rose Theatre respectively by Michael Brian Ogden and revisits ‘Escanaba,’ Matthew David, twist and shout through much of Act One, firing shotguns inside where good taste the cabin, followed by with furious rough- is always out of place and-tumble sibling stage combat. Verbal attention is given to stories By TOM HELMA about proverbial rutabaga pasties and Must be it’s an acquired taste: moose tes- yesteryears of family ticles, dried and ground up and mixed with buck-hunting. ‘Escanaba in honey and sage, a mysterious elixir that The Soadys are da Moonlight’ turns drunken Upper Peninsula Finnish eventually joined Purple Rose Theatre deer slayers into native American warriors on stage by Jimmer 137 Park St., Chelsea capable of bagging the biggest buck. Negamanee from Through Dec. 17 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. Yes, we are revisiting playwright Jeff Menominee, an even Wednesdays and Saturdays; Daniels’ classic campy char- more crazed char- 8 p.m. Thursdays and acterization of the complex acter — played to Fridays; 2 p.m. Sundays Review $25 Wednesdays and customs of the mysteriously intense fart-worthy Thursdays; $35 Fridays mighty Michigan men of the Courtesy Photo insanity by Wayne and Saturday and Sunday matinees; $40 Saturday Yooper deer camps. Remnar (Matthew David), Jimmer (Wayne David Parker), Rueben (Michael Brian Ogden) David Parker — evenings Return with me, if you will, to the leg- and Albert (Jim Porterfiaeld) encounter everything from elusive bucks to UFOs during a whose inarticulate (734) 433-7673 endary “land of the red buck,” Escanaba, memorbale hunting trip in “Escanaba in da Moonlight.” speech provokes yet www.purplerosetheatre.org where the absence of days of sunlight more raucous laugh- is celebrated as – drum roll, please — elaborately staged Rube Goldberg set up YouTube, it might very well be described ter from the erudite audience. “Escanaba in da Moonlight.” of an extended fart sequence, complete as Puerile Michigan. Come to think of it, it Exaggerated accents and a lot of scream- Dennis Crawley’s set design lacks only with slow-motion strobe light and explo- actually is a highly effective parody of the ing and yelling substitute effectively for spiders and their webs; it is a truly authen- sive sound effects? Or is it the scene in “Pure Michigan” ads. acting in this production, as it appears the tic-looking deer camp cabin. which a particularly potent potpourri of Jim Porterfield, the crusty and cantan- laughing folks in the cheap seats cannot It’s hard to say exactly which piece of Potawatami porcupine piss gets poured kerous father-figure Albert, presides over tell the difference. Yuk yuk — yuck. well-acted stage behavior makes visitors over Ranger Tom? the ritualistic mayhem of the Soady fam- There is, eventually, a point to this sto- to Chelsea’s Purple Rose Theatre laugh If this were one of those highly effec- ily deer camp, where male-based slovenly ry: that poor Rueben has yet to bag a big- the most. Is it director Guy Sanville’s tive parodies of “Pure Michigan” seen on behavior is celebrated and where crush- headed multi-antlered buck, despite coming up on his 33rd year. Your heart goes out to him. “Escanaba” set attendance records when it was originally produced at Purple Rose in 1995. It was a hit all over again when it was revived in 1997, and it was successfully filmed (with Daniels as Rueben) in 2001. There is something inexplicably primal about this play, some archetypal visceral thing that otherwise cerebral Michiganders 2embrace Terra Novaand enjoy. Oct. For 5 & the 12 life of me, I cannot figure out exactly what it is.

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lain Zahn created that has become one of (‘Empire’) is my favorite of the six movies ‘Star Wars’ fans out there back in 1991. Writing with the most popular non-movie characters in anyway. Putting something around that ‘Star Wars’ fandom is alive, well, kicking, the franchise. era is a fun thing to do.” and stronger than ever. It’s a great deal of The Force In addition, Zahn’s latest “Star Wars” Zahn prefers the original trilogy com- fun and an honor to be part of that.” MSU alum Timothy Zahn novel, “Choices of One,” was recently pared to the prequels. released. This is his ninth “Star Wars” “I think the chemistry between actors fills in missing chapters novel. and characters works somewhat better. It in the ‘Star Wars’ saga “I drifted away from ‘Star Wars’ with a would’ve been nice to see a developing rela- couple of other projects," Zahn explained. tionship between Obi Wan and Qui-Gon By KURT ANTHONY KRUG "It seemed that it might be time to do Jinn but we didn’t have time for that. We New York Times best-selling novelist something ‘Star Wars’ again, so I had my have three movies for Han, Luke and Leia Timothy Zahn does not take any credit for agent contact Shelly Shapiro (editor of the to grow and to change and to build rela- reviving the “Star Wars” franchise with his ‘Star Wars’ books).” tionships. We’ve got only two for Anakin 1991 novel, “Heir to the Empire,” the first “Unbeknownst to me at this same time, and Padme because in the first one, there in a line of novels based on auteur George they were thinking about of looking at the really isn’t much of a relationship there. Lucas’ iconic 20th anniversary of ‘Heir to the For me, the chemistry isn’t there (in the space opera fran- Empire’ and thinking maybe prequels) in the same amount.” chise it’d be a good idea for me to do When asked what gives his “Star Wars” “I had no idea a new book for that same year. novels such staying power, Zahn humbly it would be that We came to a meeting of the said he has no idea. successful: No minds. I proposed ‘Choices of “I do the best I can and just hope I’ve one did,” said One.’ They accepted it, and I resonated with the readers,” Zahn said. Zahn, 59, a 1973 went ahead and wrote it.” “It’s always surprising to me when I get Michigan State “Choices” features Thrawn something right. As a writer, I don’t know University alum- and Mara Jade, another popular if I finished a book if it’s any good. I don’t nus who lives in non-movie character Zahn cre- know how the reader will relate. Oregon. “The sto- ated. It occurs between 1977’s “To have Mara hit such a sympathetic ryline was decent; “Star Wars: A New Hope” — note with so many readers is awesome to fans did like it. the first movie in “Star Wars” me. You always hope for that but you nev- But the books franchise that introduced Luke, er really expect it, so you’re always kind of sold not because Han Solo, surprised when it happens — very pleas- of my name, but Princess antly surprised, but still comes as some- Booktober Fest because it was Leia, and thing of a surprise.” ‘Star Wars.’ It was Darth Vader It's made for an exciting 20 years, Zahn a risky venture. In into the said. 20% off 1991, no one knew pop culture “No one knew whether there were still Almost Everything if anyone even Courtesy Photos conscious- cared about ‘Star Timothy Zahn published "Heir ness — and Store-Wide Wars.’ The inter- to the Empire" in 1991, and 1980’s “The est was still out he's still writing "Star Wars" E m p i r e Curious Friday & Saturday there, but there novels. "Choices of One" was Strikes was really noth- released in July. Back.” Of Book Shop October 7 & 8 ing new. People the main Lansing-Area Locations say I revived “Star Wars” ‘Star Wars.’ Not charac- true. I just stuck ters, Han Solo (portrayed by Best-Selling Young a fork in the pie Harrison Ford in the original crust to see if movies) is the central charac- Adult Author any steam would ter in “Choices.” come out — and “(This) area hasn’t been LISA MCMANN it did. I prefer to explored nearly as much as Join us as we welcome Michigan say that I tapped some other eras,” said Zahn. native Lisa McMann to the store into something “Trying to do anything past to talk about her newest young already there. I ‘Return of the Jedi’ (the final adult book, The Unwanteds! take no credit for film in the original trilogy Lisa McMann was born in Hol- restarting it.” before the prequels began land, Michigan and now lives in Last month, with 1999’s “Star Wars: Random House Episode I — The Phantom the Phoenix, Arizona area. Her ﬁrst published a 20th Menace”), you’re likely to run novel, Wake, debuted on the New anniversary edi- into other authors writing at York Times Best Seller list. The tion of “Heir” the same time and with the Unwanteds has been described by — the first in what is called “The Thrawn danger of stepping on each other’s toes Kirkus Reviews as “The Hunger Trilogy.” Zahn called it a “director’s cut without knowing it. 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Listings deadline is 5 p.m. the THURSDAY BEFORE publication. Calendar listings submitted after the deadline will be published if space permits. Paid classes will be listed at the cost of one enrollment (maximum $20). Submit your event online at www.lansingcitypulse.com or call (517) 999-5069. E-mail information to [email protected] or fax to 371-5800. Info can also be mailed to 1905 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing, MI 48912 OCT. 8 Girls' night out Women of all ages are encouraged to grab their friends and join this first-time event of shopping and dining. With a variety of participating businesses, ladies can discover all that East Lansing has to offer. The day kicks off with a fashion show in the lobby of the East Lansing Marriott and proceeds with shopping and dining. The event also features a free coach shuttle with entertainment, red-tie door hosts passing out flowers and red carpets in the entryways of participating businesses. Dance lessons are provided by Spartan Dance Center and a student fashion showcase takes place at (SCENE) Metrospace. 3-9 p.m. FREE. Begins at Marriott Hotel, 300 M.A.C. Ave., East Lansing, and continues throughout East Lansing. (517) 319-6877. www.girlsnightoutel.com.

OCT. 9 The fuss about fossils This Sunday is recognized as National Fossil Day through a partnership between the National Park Service and over 130 Wednesday, October 5 museums, universities and other groups. To celebrate, the Classes and Seminars Michigan State University Museum presents a Hall of Evolution Community Yoga. Power yoga class. 6:30-8 p.m. tour. The exhibit is constructed as a time line, with fossils FREE. Just B Yoga, 106 Island Ave., Lansing. (517) arranged in chronological order from the Cambrian Period 488-5260. (about 500 million years ago) to the Pleistocene Epoch — or Ice Overeaters Anonymous. 7 p.m. Grand Ledge Baptist Church, 1120 W. Willow Hwy., Grand Ledge. Age — that ended about 10,000 years ago. Following the tour, (517) 256-6954. MSU professor Ralph E. Taggart will give the lecture "Dinosaur Garlic Planting. Come learn how to plant garlic, CSI: Who or What Murdered the Dinosaurs?” at 2 p.m. in the and new ways to cook with it. 6 p.m. FREE. Southside Museum Auditorium. Taggart reveals some unexpected factors Community Center, 5825 Wise Road, Lansing. (517) that played a role in the extinction of dinosaurs. 1:30 p.m. FREE. 374-5700. www.southlansing.org. Restoration Works Tour and Tutorial. Explore MSU Museum, MSU Campus, East Lansing. (517) 355-2370. www. Courtesy Photo the ups and downs of porch repair and remodel- museum.msu.edu. ing projects. 6-8 p.m. FREE. 1512 E. Kalamazoo St., Lansing. (517) 367-2468. www.restorationworks.org. Grande Paraders Square Dance Club. Round dancing and mainstream modern-style square dancing. 7 p.m. $4 members; $5 guests. Holt 9th Grade OCT. 9 Campus, 5780 Holt Road, Holt. (517) 694-0087. Health in Challenging Times. A talk by Michigan A market of marvelous delight Community Health Department Director Olga Dazzo. The East Lansing Farmers Market celebrates the splendor of fall 7-8:30 p.m. FREE. Hannah Community Center, 819 at Autumn Fest this Sunday. This family-friendly event highlights a Abbot Road, East Lansing. (517) 351-0417. Social Security. Discuss whether it's a good pro- full assortment of autumn-inspired produce and goods, plus face gram or not. 6-7 p.m. FREE. Pilgrim Congregational painting, children’s activities and complimentary cider and donuts. United Church of Christ, 125 S. Pennsylvania Ave., In addition, the Community Relations Coalition hosts pumpkin and Lansing. (517) 484-7434. apple decorating and pumpkin carving. Music will begin at 10 a.m. with a performance by Steve Pinckney, and continue with Drew Events Howard at noon. The market takes place on Sundays through Oct. Post-Polio Support Group. Dr. David Nebbeling will speak. 7-8:30 p.m. FREE. Plymouth Congrega- 30 and features a diverse selection of fresh, farm-grown Michigan tional Church, 2001 E. Grand River Ave., Lansing. produce and products. 10 a.m.- 2p.m. FREE. Valley Court Park, behind Biggby Coffee and Crunchy’s, just west of downtown East See Out on the Town, Page 23 Lansing. www.cityofeastlansing.com/farmersmarket. Courtesy Photo

The Constant Gardener Autumn - the ideal time to establish OCT. 11 plantings for robust spring growth. Pink tea Prepare Your Outdoor Living Area for Winter: Pruning & Clean-up As the nation marks National Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, the American Cancer Society is urging Natural Fertilization women to learn how they can fight back against this disease. ACS will be hosting Pink Tea, bringing speaker Dr. Lewis Correct Mulching/Watering Jones, director of breast imaging at Ingham Regional Medical Center Breast Care Clinic. Andrea Collier, author of “Still FREE Consultation With Me … A Daughter’s Journey of Love and Loss,” shares her personal story as part of the event. Pink Tea provides Experienced & Very Reasonable information on the importance of early detection, mammography, clinical breast exams and more. Please register !.*0"/-1&).+0hk!.*0"/-2&110) before the event. 6-8 p.m. FREE. Ingham Regional Medical Center’s Dawe Auditorium, 401 W. Greenlawn Ave., Lansing. [email protected] (517) 664-1330. www.cancer.org. 22 www.lansingcitypulse.com City Pulse • October 5, 2011

frantic punk music with shreds of real hillbilly supplied. For information, visit www.myspace. and country music. Buck is set to play Friday com/tuesdaynightopenmicatdagwoods. at Mac’s Bar. Sharing the bill is American roots Every Tuesday @ Dagwood´s Tavern & Grill 2803 E. turn it rockers Those Poor Bastards, plus Black Jake Kalamazoo St., Lansing. 10 p.m.-1 a.m. & the Carnies, Rachel Brooke, Viva Le Vox, and The Devil. LeRoy's Detroit Blues Series Friday, Oct. 7 @ Mac’s Bar 2700 E. Michigan Ave., features harmonica shah Lansing, $10, 18 and over, 9 p.m. Down LeRoy's Bar & Grill is starting off its fall Blues Lcc Faculty Jazz Quartet Series Saturday with one of the last living expo- A survey of Lansing's nents of Detroit's great blues harmonica tradi- drops cd at free show Courtesy Photo musical Landscape tion. Harmonica Shah is known around the Charlatan is one of the bands performing The CD release party concert for the Lansing world for playing some of the most authentic By: Rich Tupica Saturday at The Loft. Community College Jazz Quartet is set for deep-blues. Bluegrass at the loft Friday at the MICA Gallery in Old Town. “No Seward “Harmonica” Shah grew up in Lee Vacancy” is the first album the quartet has esham brings horror County Texas. He moved to Detroit in 1967, recorded and released. The event features a core to metro bowl combining the deep Texas swamp country performance and reception at 7 p.m. blues he heard growing up with the hard urban Formed in 2007, the group features LCC facul- Esham, Detroit’s legendary “horror-core” rap- blues that he learned through years of associa- ty members Mike Daniels (drums), Ed Fedewa per, takes the stage Saturday at Metro Bowl tion with the classic bluesmen of Detroit. In (bass), Jonathon Gewirtz (saxophone), and Entertainment Complex. The event is hosted the 1970s Shah played as a sideman with Bobo Dennis Therrian (piano). In addition to per- by local rapper SINcere, and DJ Enyce. Since Jenkins, Eddie Burns, Willie D. Warren, Eddie forming a wide variety of jazz music including 1987, Esham has been releasing his distinctive Kirkland, Uncle Jesse White and other staples hard-bop, Latin jazz and standards, the quartet brand of “acid rap” and has long had a cult fol- of the “house rent party” scene that was pre- showcases original music by each member. lowing in the underground hardcore rap scene. sided over by John Lee Hooker. Friday, Oct. 7 @ MICA Gallery, 1210 Turner Street, He’s also been name dropped by the likes of Saturday, Oct. 8 @ LeRoy’s Classic Bar & Grill, 1526 S. Old Town Lansing, FREE, all ages. Eminem, and the Insane Clown Posse. In June Cedar St., Lansing, 21 and up, $5, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Courtesy Photo Greensky Bluegrass Esham dropped his 13th studio album, “DMT Sessions” (RLP/Gothom Inc.). Fans may also Greensky Bluegrass, a Kalamazoo-based want to check out “Death of an Indie Label,” bluegrass band, takes the stage at The Loft living on the Edge a new documentary featuring Esham – it’s tonight. The band keeps busy, playing nearly uploaded on YouTube. 175 shows per year of what they call “poignant “Over The Edge” Saturdays at The Loft, pre- Saturday, Oct. 8 @ Metro Bowl Entertainment rural ballads about real people.” This gig is the sented by 94.1-FM The Edge, showcases a Complex, 5141 S. Martin Luther King Jr Blvd., CD release show for “Handguns,” Greensky night of loud indie-rock. Taking the stage is Lansing, 18 and over, tickets on sale at Neptix, or by Bluegrass’ new five-song EP, which is available Charlatan, a Lansing band with a knack for calling Metro Music at (517) 272-2337. to stream at greenskybluegrass.bandcamp.com playing original, polished modern rock-style Wednesday, Oct. 5 @ The Loft, 414 E. Michigan tunes. Charlatan, which formed after the dagwood's hosts open mic Ave., Lansing, doors at 8 p.m., $15 advance, $18 at members met on Craigslist, includes lead Courtesy Photo door, 18 and over. singer George Hogg (formerly from Going For Looking to perform your music in front of Harmonica Shah Broke), lead guitarist Dylan Hunt and bassist a live audience? Tuesday Night Open-Mic at Joe Buck Yourself Geoph Espen (formerly of Afterthought), and Dagwood’s might be the spot. Jen Sygit, a local at MAC's BAR drummer Justin Wood (formerly from Faces singer/songwriter, hosts the event, which is of Valor/Incarta). Rounding out the bill are open to seasoned musicians, as well as rook- Aside from playing in the Legendary Shack Versus the Ocean — a Michigan-based post- ies. Depending on the night, you could hear Shakers and backing up Hank Williams III, hardcore band that recently released “Evolve” folk, blues, bluegrass, old-time, swing, jazz or Joe Buck (from Nashville, Tenn.) has made a — plus Snapkount and Unguarded Moment. folk-rock. Artists sign up for three songs (or name for himself in the punk underground Saturday, Oct. 8 @ The Loft, 414 E. Michigan Ave., 15 minutes, whichever comes first). People are Post it at where he performs as a one-man band. Under Lansing, 18 and over, 8 p.m., ticket prices posted at required to bring their own instruments, but www. facebook.com/turndown the stage name of Joe Buck Yourself he plays www.theloftlansing.com. a four-channel PA and two microphones are

To be listed in Live and Local, e-mail your information to [email protected] by Thursday of the week before publication. Wednesday friday 621, 621 E. Michigan Ave. Phil Denny, 8 p.m. Native Sons, 8 p.m. Shawn Martin & The Bitter Suite, 9 p.m. DJ Musa, 9 p.m. Colonial Bar, 3425 S. MLK Jr. Blvd. DJ With Travis, 9 p.m. Avon Bomb, 9 p.m. Avon Bomb, 9 p.m. Brannigan Brothers, 210 S. Washington Square Jammin' DJs, 9 p.m. Jammin' DJs, 9 p.m. Jammin' DJs, 9 p.m.Crunchy’s, 254 W. Grand Crunchy's, 254 W. Grand River Ave. Cloud Magic, 10 p.m. Karaoke, 9 p.m. Karaoke, 9 p.m. Karaoke, 9 p.m. Dublin Square, 327 Abbot Road Cheap Dates & DJ Beats, 10 p.m. Global Village & DJ Beats, 10 p.m. The Smoking Jackets & DJ Beats, 10 p.m. Exchange, 314 E. Michigan Ave. 3rd Degree, 9 p.m. Suzi & The Love Brothers, 8:30 p.m. Showdown, 9 p.m. Showdown, 9 p.m. ENSO, 16800 Chandler Road Izwicky, 7 p.m. Vid Weatherwax, 7 p.m. The Firm, 227 S. Washington Square John Beltran, 9 p.m. DJ Skitzo. 9 p.m. DJ Donnie D, 9 p.m. DJ Skitzo, 9 p.m. Grand Café/Sir Pizza, 201 E. Grand River Ave. Driver & Rider Show, 7 p.m. Driver Rider & Road Show, 7 p.m. Karaoke, 7 p.m. Green Door, 2005 E. Michigan Ave. Still Rain, 9:30 p.m. The Squids, 9:30 p.m. Starfarm, 9:30 p.m. The Loft, 414 E. Michigan Ave. Greensky Bluegrass, 8 p.m. The Werks, 9 p.m. Sosaveme & Audrey, 9 p.m. Versus the Ocean, 9 p.m. Mac’s Bar, 2700 E. Michigan Ave. Diet Folk, 9 p.m. Hollerado, 9:30 p.m. Joe Buck Yourself, 9 p.m. Crusty Stephs Birthday, 9 p.m. Moriarty's Pub, 802 E. Michigan Ave. Lincoln County Process, 10 p.m. Frog & The Beeftones, 10 p.m. Frog & The Beeftones, 10 p.m. Rookies, 16460 S. US 27 Karaoke with Bob, 9 p.m. Karaoke with DJ Roy, 9 p.m. Karaoke with DJ Roy, 9 p.m. Rumorz, 132 W. Grand River Ave. DJ Edj, 9 p.m. Rendezvous, 7:30 p.m. DJ Edj, 9 p.m. Rick's American Cafe, 224 Abbott Road Ice DJ, 10:30 p.m. Hulkster, 10:30 p.m. Nature Boys, 10:30 p.m. Unicorn Tavern, 327 E. Grand River Ave. Frog & The Beeftones, 9 p.m. Time to Play with Kathy, 9 p.m. Full House Band, 9 p.m. Sunday Open Jam with Bad Gravy, 9:30 p.m., Green Door; 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., Uli's Haus of Rock. Monday Steppin' In It, 9:30 p.m., Green Door: Easy Babies funk trio, 10 p.m., The Exchange. 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 • October 5, 2011 www.lansingcitypulse.com 23

group workouts for all fitness levels. 5:45-7 p.m. Wellness Symposium. In conjunction with the Flu Out on the town $12/session. Lake Lansing North Park, 6260 E. Lake Theater Shot Clinic, with Ken Wasco. 8:30 a.m.-Noon, FREE. Drive, Haslett. (517) 243-6538. Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbot Road, East from page 21 "Jersey Boys." 7:30 p.m. $27-$95. (Please See Grief Etiquette. Learn how to support those in Details Oct. 5) Lansing. (517) 337-1113 . (517) 339-1039. bereavement. 7-9 p.m. FREE. Everybody Reads "The Dead Guy" Preview. Participate in a Practice Your English. Join conversations and Books and Stuff, 2019 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) talkback session with the director following each Music practice speaking and listening to English. 7-8 p.m. 346-9900. www.becauseeverybodyreads.com. performance, 8 p.m. $15. Williamston Theatre, 122 S. MSU Jazz Octet. Live music. 7:30 p.m. $10 adults; FREE. East Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Road, Yoga 2XL. Learn to move with confidence. 7:15-8:15 Putnam, Williamston. (517) 655-SHOW. $8 seniors; FREE students. MSU Demonstration Hall, East Lansing. (517) 351-2420. p.m. $8 suggested donation. Just B Yoga, 106 Island MSU Campus, East Lansing. (517) 353-5340. College Visit Day at LCC. Learn about the college Ave., Lansing. (517) 488-5260. Literature and Poetry Co-op House Fridays. Different DJs, bands, visual degree programs offered in the greater Lansing Knee High Naturalists. Ages 2-5, can learn about Poet Brian Gilmore. A poet, writer, public interest artists and musicians on a weekly basis. 9 p.m.-2 area. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. FREE. LCC Gannon Building, 422 different themes such as turtles, bugs, flowers, and lawyer and law professor. 7 p.m. FREE. MSU Library, a.m. FREE/Co-op Members, $4. The Landshark Raw N Washington Sqr., Lansing. (517) 483-9727. birds. 10-11 a.m., $5. Fenner Nature Center, 2020 E. 100 Main Library, MSU Campus, East Lansing. (517) Bar & Grill, 101 E. Grand River Ave., East Lansing. MSU Energy Transition Plan Town Hall Meet- Mount Hope Ave., Lansing. (517) 483-4220. 844-6449. (517) 351-8973. ing. Give feedback on strategies. 7-9 p.m. FREE. National Depression Screening Day. Through Small Houses. Indie/folk group. 8 p.m. $5. Scene Erickson Kiva, MSU campus, corner of Shaw lane MSU Counseling Center, at the MSU Union, OISS, Metrospace, 110 Charles St., East Lansing. (517) 319- and Farm Lane, East Lansing. (517) 355-3354. International Center and in Bessey Hall. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday, October 7 6832. www.scenemetrospace.com. FREE. MSU Campus, East Lansing. (517) 355-8270. Candidates' Night. Hosted by the Eastside Classes and Seminars Mary Flower, Piedmont Blues. Piedmont blues Neighborhood Organization. 6 p.m. FREE. Foster Relics of the Big Bang. Emphasizes research cur- guitar style. 8 p.m. $15 public; $12 Fiddle members; Community Center, 200 N. Foster Ave., Lansing. (517) Events rently underway at CERN. 8 p.m. $3; $2.50 students, $5 students. Unitarian Universalist Church, 855 484-9109. Euchre. Come play euchre and meet new people. seniors; $2 kids. Abrams Planetarium, 400 E. Grand Grove St., East Lansing. www.tenpoundfiddle.org. Allen Street Farmers Market. 2:30-6:30 p.m. No partner needed. 6-9 p.m. $1.50. Delta Township River Ave., East Lansing. (517) 355-4676. LCC Faculty Jazz Quartet. With a reception Open to the public. Allen Street Farmers Market, Enrichment Center, 4538 Elizabeth Road, Lansing. LGBT Media Night and Discussion. Watch LGBT for CD release. 7 p.m. FREE. MICA Gallery, 1210 N. 1619 E. Kalamazoo St., Lansing. (517) 367-2468. www. (517) 484-5600. movies and shows, followed by discussion. Room Turner St., Lansing. (517) 483-1488. allenneighborhoodcenter.org. Karaoke. Every Thursday Night with Atomic D. 9 262. 4:30 p.m. FREE. LCC Gannon Building, 422 N. The Greater Lansing Community Concert. "The Phantom of the Opera." A live broadcast p.m. LeRoy's Classic Bar & Grill, 1526 S. Cedar St., Washington Sqr., Lansing. Includes soloists acts and student ensembles. Noon. from London's Royal Albert Hall for exclusive show- Lansing. (517) 482-0184. Science for Kids. Introduces and reinforces FREE. The Peoples Church of East Lansing, 200 W. ing. 7:30 p.m. Price varies. Celebration Cinema, 200 Dimondale Farmers' Market. Enjoy locally science curriculum for home-schooled children. 10 Grand River Ave., East Lansing. (517) 353-9958. E. Edgewood Blvd., Lansing. (517) 393-7469. www. grown produce, purely Michigan food and food prod- a.m.-1 p.m. $4 child. Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van celebrationcinema.com. ucts. 3-7 p.m. FREE. Dimondale Farm Market, 136 N. Atta Road, Meridian Township. (517) 349-3866. Theater Connxtions Comedy. Open mic for Michigan's up- Bridge St., Dimondale. (517) 646-0230. "Jersey Boys." 8 p.m. $27-$95. (Please See Details coming comics. 8-11 p.m. $8; $4/student. Connxtions Our Daily Work/Our Daily Lives Brown Bag. Events Oct. 5) Comedy Club of Lansing, 2900 N. East St., Lansing. "'Shaking Our Mode of Living to Its Very Roots: Dance Party. West Coast swing and foxtrot les- "The Dead Guy." The pitch: You get $1 million — (517) 374-4242. Workers, Consumers and the Packaging Industrial sons with Shelley Thomas. 7:15-10 p.m. $12;$10/mem- but how you spend it is televised. 8 p.m. $22-$25. Revolution." 12:15-1:30 p.m. FREE MSU Museum Audi- bers. Walnut Hills Country Club, 2874 Lake Lansing Williamston Theatre, 122 S. Putnam, Williamston. Music torium, MSU Campus, East Lansing. 517-432-3982. Road, East Lansing. (517) 712-5887. (517) 655-SHOW. Jazz Wednesdays. Live entertainment. 7-10 p.m. Jolly Grove Kids Club. Weekly kids garden club, Old Town Oktoberfest. Authentic German food, "Terra Nova." Explorers head for the South Pole in FREE. ENSO, 16800 Chandler Road, East Lansing. watering, weeding, and planting. 10 a.m. FREE. Jolly polka music and the lagers. 6-11 p.m. $13 in advance 1911 in a drama by Ted Tally, 8 p.m. $12; $10 students, (517) 333-1656. www.enjoyenso.com. Grove Community Garden, Intersection of Jolly Road and $17 at the door. Old Town, Grand River Ave. and seniors, military personnel. Riverwalk Theatre, 228 Together, Let's Jam. A monthly music experi- and Pleasant Grove Road, Lansing. (517) 388-2325. Turner St., Lansing. (517) 485-4283. www.oldtownok- Museum Drive, Lansing. (517) 482-5700, or www. ences for teenagers and adults. 7:30 p.m. FREE. Dominique Nahasat. A New York-based critic and toberfest.com. riverwalktheatre.com. MSU Community Music School, 841-B Timberlane St., independent curator. 7 p.m. FREE. South Kedzie Hall, Lansing First Fridays. Restaurants, bars with East Lansing. (517) 355-7661. MSU Campus, East Lansing. (517) 432-3961. www.art. unique specials, shops and galleries with extended msu.edu. hours and events for everyone to enjoy. 5 p.m. FREE. Saturday, October 8 Theater "The Phantom of the Opera." 7:30 p.m. Price Greater Lansing Area, , Lansing. Classes and Seminars "Jersey Boys." Tony-winning musical about Rock Varies. (Please See Details Oct. 5) Corn Maze. Not scary fundraiser for Make a Wish. Relics of the Big Bang. 8 p.m. $3; $2.50 students, and Roll Hall of Famers The Four Seasons: Frankie National Depression Screening Day. Through 6-10 p.m. $7. 3803 Noble Road, Williamston. (517) seniors; $2 kids. (Please See Details Oct. 7) Valli, Bob Gaudio, Tommy DeVito and Nick Massi. 7:30 MSU Counseling Center, at Brody Neighborhood, 521-2378. Tai Chi in the Park. Taught by Bob Teachout. 9:30 p.m. $27-$95. Wharton Center, MSU Campus, East Hubbard Dining Hall, The Gallery: Synder Phillips, and Land Use Lunch. Learn about new projects hap- a.m. FREE. Hunter Park Community GardenHouse, Lansing. (517) 353-1982. Holden Hall. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. FREE. MSU Campus, East pening in the tri-county region, with a buffet lunch. 1400 block of E. Kalamazoo St., Lansing. Lansing. (517) 355-8270. Noon-1 p.m. $5. Central United Methodist Church, Overeaters Anonymous. 9:30 a.m. Sparrow Literature and Poetry 215 N. Capitol Ave., Lansing. (517) 292-3078. Professional Building, 1200 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. Lansing Area Science Fiction Association Music Silent Walk for Peace in Afghanistan. Walk to (517) 485-6003. Weekly Meeting. Dinner and conversation. Knowl- Jazz Thursdays at Mumbai Cuisine. Linda end the war. 10:30 a.m. FREE. 1000 W. St. Joesph, Mom 2 Mom Sale. Infant clothes and gear, edge of great literary sci-fi. 7 p.m. FREE. Sammy's Abar, vocalist/pianist, with guitarist Elden Kelly. 6:30- MLK. Blvd., Lansing. (517) 803-7813. children's clothes, books and toys and plus-size Lounge, 301 E. Jolly Road, Lansing. (517) 402-4481. 9:30 p.m. FREE. Mumbai Cuisine, 340 Albert St., East MBC's Octoberfest. Kendal Strachan Band, maternity clothes. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. $2 adult. Trinity Lansing. (517) 336-4150. www.mumbaicuisine.com. featuring Screamin' Pumpkin Spiced Ale. 6 p.m.-Mid- AME Church, 3500 W Holmes Road, Lansing. (517) The Werks. Live music. 10 p.m. $10. The Loft, (At night, $5. Michigan Brewing Company, 1093 Highview 646-8892. Thursday, October 6 Harem Urban Lounge) 414 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing . Drive, Webberville. (517) 521-3600. (517) 913- 0103. See Out on the Town, Page 24 Classes and Seminars The Saw Had Eyes That Sea. A blend of pop, folk HERO Class. Home design investemnt with Leslie and psychedelia. 8 p.m. $5. (SCENE) Metrospace, Hart-Davidson, 6-8 p.m. FREE. Greater Lansing ERASER-FREE SUDOKU EASY 110 Charles St., East Lansing. (517) 319-6832 . www. Housing Coalition, 600 W. Maple St., Lansing. (517) scenemetrospace.com. TO PLAY 372-5980. glhc.org. Stroke Education & Support Group. Infor- Fill in the grid so that every row, col- mation to aid those who have suffered a stroke. - - LAWN CARE - - umn, and outlined 3-by-3 box contains 1:30-2:30 p.m. FREE. Burcham Hills Retirement MOWING - Vacation Mowing Community, 2700 Burcham Drive, East Lansing. (517) Eavestroughs Cleaned - Fall Cleanups the numbers 1 through 9 exactly once. 827-2309. - Rolling - Garden Tilling Bushes No guessing is required. The solution is Slow Flow Yoga. Focuses on the breath as well Trimmed - Sidewalks Edged Tree unique. & Brush Removal - Hauling Stump as gentle stretching. 5:30-6:30 p.m. FREE. Fenner Grinding - Bush Pulling Seeding, Snow Nature Center, 2020 E. Mount Hope Ave., Lansing. removal and salting To avoid erasing, pencil in your pos- (517) 483-4224. fofnc.org. Commercial/Residential sible answers in the scratchpad space Moon Cycles. With Debra Rozek, learn how each Free estimates beneath the short line in each vacant moon phase has a different impact. 7-9 p.m. $20. square. For solving tips, visit Coyote Wisdom, 2432 N. Grand River Ave., Lansing. R. Knott www.SundayCrosswords.com Sunday Open Jam with Bad Gravy, 9:30 p.m., Green Door; 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., Uli's Haus of Rock. (517) 664-2665. www.coyotewisdomstore.com. LAWN • LANDSCAPE • SNOW Monday Steppin' In It, 9:30 p.m., Green Door: Easy Babies funk trio, 10 p.m., The Exchange. EcoTrek Fitness Outdoor Workout. Outdoor Answers on page 25 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. (517) 694-7502/ (517) 993-2052 24 www.lansingcitypulse.com City Pulse • October 5, 2011

Atta Road, Okemos. (517) 349-3866. Fahrenheit Ultralounge, 6810 S. Cedar St., Lansing. Euchre. 6-9 p.m. $1.50. (Please See Details Oct. 6) Out on the town Garage Sale. Through the Capitol Area Mothers of Habitat for Humanity Dinner. Dine at Ruby Lansing Town Hall Celebrity Lecture & Lunch. Multiples Club. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. FREE. 3315 E. Michigan Tuesday, and 20 percent will be donated. Noon. Price Ronan Tynan will share his inspiring personal story. from page 23 Ave., Lansing. (517) 381-0480. varies. Meridian Mall, 1982 W. Grand River Ave., 11 a.m. $25 lecture; $15 lunch. Causeway Bay Hotel, Autumn Pie Fest. Fundraiser for The Capital Area Stream Monitoring Event. Learn how to help Okemos. (517) 374-1313. 6820 S. Cedar St., Lansing. (517) 339-2246. Interfaith Respite Program. 5-8 p.m. FREE. 1873 N. keep a river healthy. 9:30 a.m. FREE. Munn Ice Holiday Vendor. Come shop and have fun with Every Road, Mason. (517) 887-6116. Arena, 1 Chestnut Road, MSU Campus, East Lansing. your friends. 1-6 p.m. FREE. Hannah Community Cen- Music Beginner Tai Chi. Build strength and reduce [email protected]. ter, 819 Abbot Road, East Lansing. www.facebook. Faculty Recital. Yuri Gandelsman, viola, with Ad stress. 8-9 a.m. $8 suggested donation. Just B Yoga, MBC's Octoberfest. With Scotty Karate followed com/event.php?eid=263305187034251. Libitum Chamber Group. 7:30 p.m. $10; $8 seniors; 106 Island Ave., Lansing. (517) 488-5260. by Soulstice. 3 p.m.-Midnight, $7. (Please See Details National Fossil Day. "Dinosaur CSI: Who or What FREE students. MSU Music Building Auditorium, MSU Oct. 7) Murdered the Dinosaurs," with professor Ralph E. Campus, East Lansing. (517) 432-2000. Girls Night Out. With a fashion show at the Marriot Taggart. 2 p.m. FREE. MSU Museum, MSU Campus, Events Open Mic Jam. With Kerry Clark Blues Company. Hotel. 3-9 p.m. FREE. Downtown East Lansing, Grand East Lansing. (517) 432-3357. Chemistry Day. Explore how chemistry can 6:30-10:30 p.m. FREE. Michigan Brewing Company, River Ave., East Lansing. (517) 319-6877. Williamston Area History. New Ingham Co. postively impact nutrition, hygiene, and medicine, 10 402 Washington Sqr., Lansing. (517) 977-1349. Darkness Community Walk. A 5k for the Historical Marker will be unveiled and more. 1-5 p.m. a.m.-3:30 p.m. FREE. Impression 5 Science Center, Monday Morning Movie. Get your film fix at the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention's Out. 11 FREE. Williamston Depot Museum, 369 W. Grand 200 Museum Drive, Lansing. (517) 485-8116. library. 10:30 a.m. FREE. Delta Township District a.m.-1 p.m. FREE. MSU Campus, East Lansing. (517) River Ave., Williamston. (517) 290-7804. Walk For Your Heart. The American Heart As- Library, 5130 Davenport Drive, Lansing. (517) 321- 355-0345. Crop Walk. To benefit world and local hunger relief. sociation's walk to raise funds and awareness. 8:30 4014 ext.4. Old Town Oktoberfest. 2-11 p.m. $13 in advance 2-6 p.m. FREE. Dwight Rich Middle School, 2600 a.m.-Noon, Donations. MSU Campus, East Lansing. Jerry Sprague. Live music, 21 and up. 10:30 p.m. and $17 at the door. (Please See Details Oct. 7) Hampden Drive, Lansing. (517) 749-0500. www.lansingheartwalk.com. FREE. Rick's American Cafe, 224 Abbott Road, East Birds and Binoculars. Learn to use binoculars Corn Maze. 1-10 p.m. $7. (Please See Details Oct. Lansing. (517) 351-2285. and techniques to identify birds. 3 p.m. $3. Harris 7) Music Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road, Meridian Town- Salsa Dancing. DJ Adrian "Ace" Lopez hosts Lan- Arnie's Karaoke. 9 p.m. FREE. Rocky's Road- Theater ship. (517) 349-3866. sing's longest standing weekly salsa event. Singles house, 2470 Cedar St., Holt. (517) 694-2698. "Jersey Boys." 6:30 p.m. $27-$95. (Please See welcome. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. $5. Gregory's Bar & Grille, Blue Coyote Band. Live concert. 1 p.m. FREE. Details Oct. 5) 2510 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Lansing. (517) Uncle Johns Cider Mill, 8614 North US Highway 127, Music 323-7122. St., Johns. (989) 224-3686. Lansing Symphony Big Band. Tunes from Count Urbandale Farm Stand. Fresh, local produce for Harmonica Shah. Live music, Detroit blues. 9:30 Basie, Glenn Miller, Cole Porter and more. 3 p.m. Tuesday, October 11 sale. 9 a.m.-Noon, FREE. Urbandale Farm, 653 S. p.m. Cover. LeRoy's Classic Bar & Grill, 1526 S. $15. Dart Auditorium, Lansing Community College, Classes and Seminars Hayford Ave., Lansing. (517) 999-3916. Cedar St., Lansing. (517) 482-0184. 500 N. Capitol Ave., Lansing. (517) 487-5001. Schizophrenics Anonymous Self-help Sup- Gluten-Free Fair. Food samples, local vendors, Mary Flower. Folk music. 7:30 p.m. $15. Slippin' Ember Swift Album Release. Featuring material port Group. For persons with schizophrenia and products to buy, and more. 10 a.m. $2, $5 family. Lizzard Coffee House, 816 S. Saginaw St., Flint. (810) merging of the Mandarin language. 7 p.m. FREE. The related disorders. 10 a.m. FREE. Clinton-Eaton-Ing- South Church of the Nazarene, 401 W. Holmes Road, 309-3951. Pump House, 368 Orchard St., East Lansing. (517) ham Community Mental Health center, 812 East Jolly Lansing. (517) 349-0294. Memorial Concert for William Faunce. With 927-2100. Road, Lansing. (517) 614-7820. www.ceicmh.org. Second Saturday Supper. Baked chicken with MSU's Professors of Jazz. 7:30 p.m. FREE. Hannah All School Recital. Support students of the MSU Widowed Persons Support Group. Facilitated mashed potatoes and gravy and more. 5-6:15 p.m. Community Center, 819 Abbot Road, East Lansing. Community Music School. 3 p.m. FREE. MSU Com- by Susan K. Zimmerman and Dan Popoff. 7-9 p.m. $8; $4 kids. Mayflower Congregational Church, 2901 (517) 351-1032. munity Music School, 841-B Timberlane St., East FREE. University Lutheran Church, 1020 S. Harrison W Mount Hope Ave., Lansing. (517) 484-3139. Lansing. (517) 355-7661. www.cms.msu.edu. Road, East Lansing. (517) 339-4675. www.ulcel.org. Trail Walk at Harris Nature Center. Highlighting Theater Faculty Recital. Solaris Woodwind Quintet with Take Off Pounds Sensibly. Anyone wanting to the exquisite fall colors along the Red Cedar River. "Jersey Boys." 2 & 8 p.m. $27-$95. (Please See Joseph Lulloff, saxophone. 7 p.m. $10; $8 seniors; lose weight is welcome. 7 p.m. FREE to visit.. Eaton 9-10 a.m. FREE. Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Details Oct. 5) FREE students. MSU Music Building Auditorium, MSU Rapids Medical Center, 1500 S. Main St., Eaton Road, Meridian Township. (517) 292-3078. "Terra Nova." 8 p.m. $12; $10 students, seniors, Campus, East Lansing. (517) 432-2000. Rapids. Judy @ (517) 543-0786. Doing Good with Donuts. Bring winter hats, military personnel. (Please See Details Oct. 7) The Greater Lansing Community Concert. In- Schizophrenics Anonymous Self-help Support mittens, and more to Hates Wraps and Mittens. 10 "The Dead Guy." 3 and 8 p.m. $22-$25. (Please cludes student ensembles and soloists. 2 p.m. FREE. Group. For persons with schizophrenia and related a.m.-4 p.m. FREE. Cobblestone Event Center, 205 See Details Oct. 7) Hospice of Lansing, 4052 Legacy Parkway, Suite 200, disorders. 5:30 p.m. FREE. Sparrow Professional Build- Mason St., Mason. (517) 214-8824. Lansing. (517) 353-9958. www.hospiceoflansing.org. ing, 1200 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) 485-3775. Blessing of the Animals. All pets must be on a Overeaters Anonymous. 7 p.m. FREE. Pres- leash or in a carrier. 4 p.m. FREE. Okemos Com- Sunday, October 9 Theater byterian Church of Okemos, 2258 Bennett Road. , munity Church, 4734 Okemos Road, Okemos. (517) Classes and Seminars "Jersey Boys." 1 p.m. $27-$95. (Please See Details Okemos. (517) 505-0068. 349-4220. okemoscommunitychurch.org. The Pumpkin Dash. A variety of race events for Oct. 5) Living Gluten-Free. Nutrition and cooking infor- Fall Festival. Flea market, farmers' market, arts, all ages and abilities. 12:50 p.m. $22 adults; $15 high "Terra Nova." 2 p.m. $12; $10 students, seniors, mation with Marge Pestka. 7 p.m. FREE. Okemos crafts, pony rides, hay rides, music and more. 9 school; $7 1k. Andy T's Farm, 3131 S. Old US-27, St. military personnel. (Please See Details Oct. 7) Library, 4321 Okemos Road, Okemos. (517) 347-2021. a.m.-Midnight, FREE. Village of Elsie, 125 East Main Johns. (989) 224-7674. "The Dead Guy." 2 p.m. $22-$25. (Please See Lansing Area Codependents Anonymous. St., Elsie. (989) 862-4273. Relics of the Big Bang. 4 p.m. $3 students; $2.50 Details Oct. 8) 5:45-6:45 p.m. FREE. Everybody Reads Books and Breast Cancer Walk. Three-mile walk, donations students, seniors; $2 kids. (Please See Details Oct. Stuff, 2019 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) 346-9900. accepted. 8:30 a.m. FREE. Riverwalk Amphitheater, 7) Yoga 40. For those in their 40s, 50s, 60s and be- 101 Energy Plaza, Jackson. (800) 227-2345. Overeaters Anonymous. 2 p.m. Everybody Monday, October 10 yond. 7:15 p.m. Suggested $7. Just B Yoga, 106 Island Guided Walk. With a naturalist guide from the Har- Reads Books and Stuff, 2019 E. Michigan Ave., Lan- Classes and Seminars Ave., Lansing. (517) 488-5260. ris Nature Center. 10 a.m. $3. Legg Park, 3891 Van sing. (517) 485-8789. www.becauseeverybodyreads. Divorced, Separated, Widowed Conversa- Advanced urban gardener course. Pest and com. tion Group. For those who have gone through loss. disease control in the urban yard garden. 6:30-8:30 Lansing Area Codependents Anonymous. 2-3 7:30 p.m. FREE. St. David's Episcopal Church, 1519 pm. $15. Hunter Park Community GardenHouse, 1400 • Pumpkins p.m. FREE. CADL Downtown Lansing Library, 401 S. Elmwood Road, Lansing. (517) 323-2272. block of E. Kalamazoo St., Lansing. (517) 999-3910. (Large selection & value price) Capitol Ave., Lansing. (517) 672-4072. www.cadl.org. Overeaters Anonymous. 7 p.m. St. David's Epis- Homeschool Science. Introduces students to sci- • Hardy Mum Plants Vibrant Health. Learn what and why healthier copal Church, 1519 Elmwood Road, Lansing. (989) entific principles. Grades 5 to 7. 1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. $4.99 each — 9” pot food options are better. 3 p.m. FREE. Creole Gallery, 587-4609. www.stdavidslansing.org. FREE. Impression 5 Science Center, 200 Museum • Michigan Apples $.99 per lb. 1218 Turner St., Lansing. (517) 643-6687. GriefShare Seminar. A DVD series, with small Drive, Lansing. (517) 485-8816. (Several varieties available) The Super Sky Show. Hosted by Seymour Sky, an support group disscussion. 6:30-8 p.m. FREE. Lan- HERO Class. Winterizing your Gardens, 6-8 p.m. • Watermelon $2.50 each all puppet talk show, for kids. 2:30 p.m. $3 adults; sing Central United Methodist Church, 215 N. Capitol FREE. Greater Lansing Housing Coalition, 600 W. $2.50 students,seniors; $2 students. Abrams Ave., Lansing. (517) 485-9477. Maple, Lansing. (517) 372-5980. glhc.org. • Green Peppers (from our fields) Planetarium, 400 E. Grand River Ave., East Lansing. Homeschool Science Series. Introduces EcoTrek Fitness Outdoor Workout. Outdoor 6 for $.99 (517) 355-4676. students to scientific principles. Grades 3 to 5. 1:30- group workouts for all fitness levels. 5:45-7 p.m. • Hard shell Squash $.25 per lb. 2:30 p.m. FREE. Impression 5 Science Center, 200 $12 session. Scott Woods Park, 2600 Clifton Ave., (Acorn butternut & buttercup) Events Museum Drive, Lansing. (517) 485-8116 . Lansing. (517) 243-6538. s3EVERALITEMSOFFRESHPRODUCE East Lansing Farmers' Market. Autumn Fest. 10 PICKEDDAILYFROMOURFIELD a.m.-2 p.m. FREE. Valley Court Park, 400 Hillside Ct., Events Events (Specific items and quantity may vary) East Lansing. (517) 319-6823. Social Bridge. Come play bridge and meet new Speakeasies Toastmasters Club Meeting. In Corn Maze. 1-9 p.m. $7. (Please See Details Oct. 7) people. No partner needed. 1-4 p.m. $1.50. Delta Building 3, second floor conference room B. 12:05-1 Salsa Dancing. DJ Mojito spins salsa, merengue & Township Enrichment Center, 4538 Elizabeth Road, 1434 E. Jolly Road, Lansing | 517.882.3115 Bachata. 7 p.m.-Midnight, $5 for 21 $7 for under 21. Lansing. (517) 484-5600. See Out on the Town, Page 25 City Pulse • October 5, 2011 www.lansingcitypulse.com 25

Out on the town Free Will Astrology By Rob Brezsny October 5-11 from page 24 Wednesday, October 12 ARIES (March 21-April 19): "Do unto others as they astrological omens suggest that any carefully prepared p.m. FREE. Ingham Community Health Center, 5303 Classes and Seminars wish," advised French artist Marcel Duchamp, "but with project you launch in the coming weeks could achieve S. Cedar St., Lansing. (517) 282-5149. Community Yoga. 6:30-8 p.m. FREE. (Please See imagination." I recommend that approach to you, Aries. that kind of staying power, Libra. So take maximum DJ-hosted Trivia. Prizes awarded to the top three Details Oct. 5) You're in a phase of your astrological cycle when you advantage of the vast potential you have available. Don't teams. Wide variety of topics, drink specials and Overeaters Anonymous. 7 p.m. Grand Ledge can create good fortune for yourself by tuning into the scrimp on the love and intelligence you put into your 75-cent pizza. 8-9:30 p.m. FREE. Tin Can, 644 Migaldi Baptist Church, 1120 W. Willow Hwy., Grand Ledge. needs and cravings of others, and then satisfying those labor of love. Lane, (517) 925-8658. (517) 708-3441. (517) 256-6954. needs and cravings in your own inimitable and unpre- SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): "I don't want to play the Game On. Play a variety of board and video games. ICE meeting. Network with professionals in the dictable ways. Don't just give the people you care about part of the mythical phoenix again," my Scorpio friend 3-5 p.m. FREE. Delta Township District Library, 5130 Greater Lansing/Mid-Michigan area. 6-8 p.m. FREE. the mirror image of what they ask for; give them a fun- Kelly has been moaning as she prepares for her latest Davenport Drive, Lansing. (517) 321-4014 x3. The Hatch, 325 E. Grand River Ave., East Lansing. house mirror image that reflects your playful tinkering. trial by fire. "I've burned myself to the ground and risen Maker's/Hackerspace Meeting. To support (517)-432-8800. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Winner of the American reborn out of the ashes two times this year already. technical & creative disciplines through infrastruc- Grande Paraders Square Dance Club. 7 p.m. Book Award in 1963, William Stafford wrote thousands Why can't someone else take a turn for a change?" ture & inspiration. 7-8:30 p.m. FREE. Location to be $4 members; $5 guests. (Please See Details Oct. 5) of poems. The raw materials for his often-beautiful While I empathized, I thought it was my duty to tell her announced. (517) 281-7323. creations were the fragments and debris of his daily what I consider to be the truth: More than any other Salsa Dancing. DJ Mojito spins tunes for salsa, Events rhythm. "I have woven a parachute out of everything sign of the zodiac, you Scorpios have supreme skills merengue and bachata. 9 p.m.-Midnight, FREE. Practice Your English. 7-8 p.m. FREE. (Please broken," he said in describing his life's work. You are in the art of metaphorical self-immolation and regen- 621, 621 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) 482-2212. See Details Oct. 5) now in a phase when you could achieve a comparable eration. You're better able to endure the ordeal, too. www.621downtown.com. Allen Street Farmers Market. Join us for the feat, Taurus. You have the power to turn dross into Besides, part of you actually enjoys the heroic drama Urbandale Farm Stand. 5-7 p.m. FREE. (Please annual Harvest Festival. 2:30-6:30 p.m. (Please See sweetness, refuse into treasure, loss into gain. and the baby-fresh feelings that come over you as you See Details Oct. 8) Details Oct. 5) GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Is there something reanimate yourself from the soot and cinders. Ready LCC: Advising Day. Advisors will review unofficial Social Security. 6.-7 p.m. FREE. (Please See you've always wanted to create but have not gotten for another go? transcripts. 2-6 p.m. FREE. Lansing Community Details Oct. 5) around to creating? 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"neanimorphic" is "looking younger than one's true age." I belonged to MENSA, I felt sheepish about seeming to ers.blogspot.com. 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. FREE. The Green Door, 2005 E. "Gloze" is when you speak soothing or flattering words imply that I was extra smart. Eventually I resigned from National Coming Out Celebration. In remem- Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) 588-8595. in order to persuade. "Illapse" means the gradual or the so-called genius club. But then I descended into berance of Matthew Shepard, free pizza. 5:30-9 p.m. gentle entrance of one thing into another. deeper egomania — I started bragging about how I had Sir Pizza, 201 E. Grand River Ave., Lansing. Theater LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): An old Egyptian saying quit MENSA because I didn't want to come off like an www.michiganpride.com. "Jersey Boys." 7:30 p.m. $27-$95. (Please See declares that "the difference between a truth and a egotist. How egotistical was that? 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While From Pg. 23 From Pg. 20 your very best idiosyncrasies and eccentricities! it is true, Virgo, that you now have a slightly elevated PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): There is a slight chance chance of guessing the winning numbers in games of the following scenario will soon come to pass: A psy- chance — the odds are only 90 million to one instead chic will reveal that you have a mutant liver that can of 100 million to one — I don't recommend that you actually thrive on alcohol, and you will then get drunk spend any time seeking greater financial security in on absinthe every day for two weeks, and by the end this particular way. A much better use of your current of this grace period, you will have been freed of 55 cosmic advantage would be to revitalize and reorganize percent of the lingering guilt you've carried around for your approach to making, spending, saving, and invest- years, plus you will care 40 percent less about what ing money. people think of you. 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Michael Brenton/City Pulse Viva Verterra Verterra Winery of Leland has already Michigan's newest vineyard is creating made its mark in the bewitching (and prize-winning) wines wine world: The winery earned honors for seven By MICHAEL BRENTON gold and gold medal status in both the of its wines at the 2011 As fall colors explode in full splendor, Michigan Wine and Spirits Competition Michigan Wine and Spirits and freshly picked grapes begin their and other national competitions. Competition, including metamorphosis into fine wine, what bet- True to that history, straight out of the gold medals for 2010 ter time to enjoy a weekend excursion to blocks, Verterra received medals for seven Reserve Red and 2010 one of Michigan’s fine wine trails? And different wines at the 2011 Michigan Wine Unwooded Chardonnay, there is no better time for an introduction and Spirits Competition, and received a silver medals for 2010 to Michigan’s newest winery and tasting gold medal for its Pinot Blanc and a silver Gewürztraminer, Pinot room, Verterra Winery. medal for its Gewürztraminer at the Denver Blanc, Pinot Gris and The village of Leland, bordering Lake International Wine Competition. Winning Riesling, and a bronze Michigan on the western shore of the wine entries at the Michigan competition for the 2010 Pinot Noir. Leelanau Peninsula, has long been a desti- included gold medals for 2010 Reserve nation for wine country venturers, sailors, Red and 2010 Unwooded Chardonnay, fishermen and enthusiasts of the M-22 cir- silver medals for 2010 Gewürztraminer, cuit along Lake Michigan. Leland is sur- Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris and Riesling and a rounded by nearby wineries and tasting bronze for the 2010 Pinot Noir. fermentation and was aged in double-size foods. rooms, but it has always lacked its own. It seems Verterra has announced its new French oak barrels. This wine was still On the red side of the equation, Verterra Not anymore: Verterra (loosely a contrac- arrival with a roar. tight, closed and muted. It needs more Pinot Noir is aged in 100 percent French tion of Latin words for truth and earth) is My notes concerning several of these time, but shows great promise. oak. Created from four separate clones of tucked away in an historic building that wines justified the accolades. All wines are The Pinot Gris displayed pineapple, Pinot Noir, this wine is light ruby red, light is vintage on the outside and oh-so-clean from the outstanding 2010 vintage. The melon, a citrus nose and broad, viscous in texture and quite quaffable, with pleas- and modern on the inside. Pinot Blanc was very clean and refresh- mouth feel. Sweet fruit was balanced by ing red fruit flavors. Before arriving at the tasting room as ing, with hints of pear and a lingering soft acid. Verterra Riesling has a sweeter edge The Reserve Red steps up the inten- finished wine, the grapes are grown in sev- mouth feel touched with a bit of mineral. with broad soft flavors, but not the brac- sity a bit. A blend of Merlot, Cabernet eral meticulously tended vineyards, after Unwooded Chardonnay was crisp, with ing acidity sometimes characteristic of Franc and Syrah, aged in 100 percent new which veteran wine maker Shawn Walters overtones of apple and citrus, and excel- Riesling. The aromatics should evolve with American and French oak, this juice has a is responsible for completing the trans- lent balance. a bit more time in the bottle. significantly deeper and richer flavor pro- formation from grape to wine. During the The Reserve Chardonnay from the Gewürztraminer is a lower acid wine. file. It should age well in a cool cellar, but last several years, Walters has made wines same grapes, but with different vinification Finished with modest residual sugars, this that have achieved best of class, double techniques, went through full malolactic style of wine is a good companion for Thai See Uncorked, Page 27

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ride to the Manitou Islands. October Special: Louisiana Cajun Uncorked Or wander around town, visiting Two A robust and delicious meal of Fish Gallery and Main Street Gallery, shop from page 26 at Haystacks or Molly’s, or find artwork, spicy Smothered Sausages - jewelry and other collectibles at Tampico. sauced and simmered with Louisiana it is drinking just fine now. In the mood for exercise? Check out Turbo Dog beer, served over broth- Although not tasted, Verterra is making Geo Bike for bike rental/repair and in-sea- infused White Rice with a side of the obligatory Northern Michigan cherry son cross-country ski rental. After work- wine and will be releasing a cherry dessert ing up a hunger, partake of fine cuisine Maque Choux, a Buttermilk Biscuit wine. In addition, look for a hard cider on and wine at The Cove, Riverside Inn or and a saucer of Chicken Salad the tasting room shelf, which Verterra is Bluebird (don’t miss the unique cinnamon marketing under the Chaos label. buns with dinner). Bluebird proprietor 349-1701 So after expending the effort to drive Skip Telgard also co-owns the vineyards Serving local foods on our herb & flower patio: to Leland and visit Verterra, what next? that form the backbone of Verterra wines Burger from McLaughlin Farm in Jackson Fortunately, Leland caters to a wide vari- and he is justifiably proud of the fine wine Bread from Roma Bakery & Great Harvest ety of tastes and interests, all within a few being made from his grapes. Beer - on tap & bottled Michigan Micro Brews minutes stroll. One might start the day For more information about Verterra with a tasty breakfast at the Early Bird. Winery and the village of Leland, check Google Tuba Museum to see our menu Fishtown, a preserved historic fishing vil- out www.verterrawinery.com and www. and get our monthly email special lage, is nestled next to the recently reno- LelandMi.com. vated marina. Visitors there can find hats, In vino veritas 202 beers - 40 wines by the glass artwork, shoes, clothing, cheese curds, (Michael Brenton is president of the 41 countries of origin - 50 tubas sandwiches, local wines, fresh smoked Greater Lansing Vintners Club. His 2138 Hamilton at Okemos Road in downtown Okemos jerky and fish — and even catch a ferry column appears monthly.) 4HEAREASlNESTSELECTIONOFGOURMET FOODSFROMAROUNDTHEWORLD

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