The 40th Annual Noel Night SCHEDULE

Saturday, December 1, 2012 5:00-9:30pm Midtown Detroits University Cultural Center FREE ADMISSION

SPONSORED BY:

Flagstar Bank, MGM Grand Detroit, Trent Design, Inland Press, HOUR Detroit, WDET 101.9 FM, WWJ 950 AM, Fresh 100.3 FM and The MIX 92.3 FM

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Midtown Detroit, Inc. 313.420.6000 http://midtowndetroitinc.org/events/noel-night/noel-night

NOEL NIGHT HIGHLIGHTS:

Irma Thomas, the "Soul Queen of New Orleans" will perform her special Gospel Christmas show 7:45 p.m. First Congregational Church The Ahn Trio 7:00 & 8:15 p.m. - Detroit Symphony Orchestra/Max M. Fisher Music Center Music Box | Admission Free California Guitar Trio & Montreal Guitar Trio 7:45 p.m. - Detroit Institute of Arts - Lecture Hall The Good Lovelies 7:45 p.m. - Detroit Institute of Arts - Kresge Court The Wiyos 6:30 & 8:00 p.m. Motor City Brewing Works
VENUES HOSTING CHILDRENS MAKE-AND-TAKE ACTIVITIES PERFORMANCES:

VENUES TO VISIT WITH SANTA:

71 Garfield Barnes & Noble College Book Store Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History City Bird Detroit Historical Museum Detroit Institute of Arts Detroit Public Library East Michigan Environmental Action Council First Unitarian Universalist Church The Green Garage Michigan Science Center Michigan State UniversityDetroit Center Park Shelton Condominiums Plymouth United Church of Christ The Scarab Club Sole Sisters University of Michigan-Detroit Center

City Bird Detroit Historical Museum | 5:00-8:30 p.m. Detroit Institute of Arts | 5:00-8:30 p.m. Detroit Public Library Michigan Science Center | 5:30-9:00 p.m. Nest The Scarab Club Wayne State University Welcome Center | 5:00-7:00 p.m.

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1. 55 West Canfield Lofts | 55 W. Canfield 313.744.5638 55westcanfield.com Join the historic 55 West Canfield Lofts for hor d'oeuvres, hot beverages and live acoustic music while touring some of their beautifully furnished models. Learn about the new Bikram Yoga Studio that will open soon on their first level, and enter your name in a drawing to win gift cards. Located on Canfield just one building west of Woodward. 2. 71 Garfield | 71 Garfield 313.831.5100 sugarhilldetroit.com You're invited to an Open House with TrentDesign, JYH Makeup Studio, Linda Bruton Law, PLLC, LT Graphics, Services and Showroom, Robbie Best and Lynne Ford Studio, and Arts Extended Gallery from 12:00-4:00 p.m. Light refreshments will be offered. SocraTea | 71 Garfield, Suite 50 313.831.7100 socrateadetroit.com Visit Detroit's only tea room and sample seasonal teas and cookies. Over 50 varieties of loose tea and gift baskets for sale. Sugar Hill Clay Studio | 71 Garfield, Lower Level 313.831.6100 sugarhillclay.com Make a clay ornament or try your hand at throwing clay on a pottery wheel. Shop at their ceramics sale sponsored by Sugar Hill Clay instructors and Pewabic Pottery for affordable, beautiful gifts. JYH Makeup Art Studio | 71 Garfield, Suite 180 313.744.3337 jyhstudio.com Stop by for an inside look at the tips, tricks and tools used by the pros. A variety of health conscious cosmetics, customized holiday gift sets and makeup accessories will be available for sale. Refreshments will be served.

3. The Auburn | 4240 Cass Tour the newest residential property in Midtown and view their models while warming up with a hot drink. 4. Avalon International Breads | 422 W. Willis 313.832.0008 avalonbreads.net Stop by their Open House for samples of bread fresh from the oven and holiday treats. 5:30 p.m. - Xiao Dong Wei 6:30 p.m. - Tracy Kash Thomas and Pat Shanley Duo 8:00 p.m. - Rev. Robert B. Jones, Sr. sings the Holiday Blues 5. Barnes & Noble College Bookstore | 82 W. Warren 313.577.2436 wayne.bncollege.com Stop by and warm up in their cafe with a delicious holiday drink! The U.S. Marines will be in the store for a meet and greet session, and donate a new, unwrapped toy to Toys for Tots. Children young and old can create a holiday decoration in the craft area and get in the holiday spirit with a festive story time. 5:00 p.m. - TBD 6:00 p.m. - Bonner Family Jazz Band 7:00 p.m. - Alison Lewis & Guitarist 8:00 p.m. - Passalacqua
CAFE: OUTDOOR PLAZA:

6:30 p.m. - Marching Band performance 7:30 p.m. - Marching Band performance

6. Bethel A.M.E. Church | 5050 St. Antoine 313.831.8810 bethelamechurchdetroit.com Celebrate the spirit of Christmas at the historic Bethel A.M.E. Church. Stop by for a tour of their church, food will be for sale, and a variety of vendors will be on site selling their products. A special Christmas skit and caroling are planned for the evening. They will also be accepting gifts for children in need. Performances by: Perfecting Church Dance Ministry and the Cornerstone School Orchestra. 7. BIGGBY Coffee | 4501 Woodward 313.831.9176 biggby.com BIGGBY Coffee is a Michigan-based coffee chain that helps out with community Involvement projects. They will be providing donut holes and $1 off all grand or super-size specialty beverages! Stop by for the world's greatest coffee by the world's greatest baristas. 6:30 & 8:00 p.m. - Britney Stoney performs

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8. The Black Dress Co. | 113 E. Canfield 313.833.7795 theblackdressonline.com The Black Dress Co., an apparel and accessories store for all body types, has a new storefront at 113 E. Canfield. Visit their website on November 30th for updates and Noel Night discount offers. 9. Bob's Classic Kicks | 4717 Woodward 313.832.7513 bobsclassickicks.com Check out Detroit's #1 sneaker store and some of today's most exclusive kicks, with sounds by DJMix on the ones and twos. Ask about Noel Night savings on Bob's store gear! 10. The Bottom Line Coffee House | 4474 Third 313.638.2759 tblcoffeehouse.com Visit Midtown's independent neighborhood coffee bar for great coffee and tea, heavenly treats, beautiful soups, fresh salads and sandwiches. View their "Art in the House" Gallery featuring the works of local and international artists. 5:00-9:00 p.m. - Shop for great deals on packaged coffee and tea, gift baskets, unique art works and vinyl records. 6:30 p.m. - Christmas Stories with Grandpa Jenkins 7:30-9:30 p.m. - Jazz in the House | For your listening pleasure, select an album from their in-house vinyl collection or enjoy cuts selected by their DJ. 11. Campus Bible Fellowship | 74 W. Forest 313.833.9038 cbfwsu.org Enjoy a holiday music ensemble featuring songs performed by a string quartet, harpist, hand bell ensemble, and vocalists at 6:00, 7:00 and 8:00 p.m. Holiday refreshments available. 12. Cass Caf | 4620 Cass 313.831.1400 casscafe.com 5:00 - 9:30 p.m. - Lac La Belle | Jennie Knaggs and Nick Chillace make up the Americana duo Lac La Belle. Their sound juxtaposes the early decades of recorded rural American music with decaying Rustbelt aesthetic. A tradition is re-imagined or maybe just resumedin the 'future-ristic' swirl of accordion, ukulele, mandolin, banjo, resonator guitar and harmonizing vocals. Knaggs is a Hollerin' Champion in both Virginia and Kentucky, and Schillace is considered an authority on early 20th century American fingerpicking guitar styles, with two solo releases and his sough after thesis, "John Fahey and American Primitivism; The Process of American Identity in the 20th Century." Their newly released second album, "Bring on the Light" boasts 12 original works and one traditional arrangement, including intimate anecdotes and stories of their hometown Detroit. 13. Cathedral Church of St. Paul | 4800 Woodward 313.831.5000 detroitcathedral.org Don't miss the live nativity scene on Woodward! Stop by for apple cider, wine and cheese. The A.R.C. will also be offering a variety of items for sale. 5:15 p.m. - Tour of the Cathedral led by Dean Hunter 6:00 p.m. - Music for Advent sung by the Cathedral Choir 6:30 p.m. - Organ recital by Richard Newman 7:00 p.m. - Seated tour of the Cathedral led by Dean Hunter 7:30 p.m. - Organ recital by Jeremy David Tarrant 8:00 p.m. - Holiday music by the Five Lakes Silver Band 14. Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History | 315 E. Warren 313.494.5800 thewright.org Exhibitions on display at The Wright: And Still We Rise: Our Journey Through African American History and Culture - This 22,000 sq. ft. exhibition contains more than 20 galleries that allow patrons to travel from prehistoric Africa to modern-day Detroit. Visions of Our 44th President - A collective art exhibit of forty-four busts painted by forty-four contemporary artists from across the country to honor the historical significance of the first African American president of the United States. Inspiring Minds: African Americans in Science and Technology - A high-tech hands-on exhibit highlighting trailblazers, contemporaries and careers in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Moving to His Own Beat - Fela: The Man, The Movement, The Music - This exhibit celebrates the life and music of Fela Anikulapo3

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Kuti, the Nigerian activist, cultural innovator, and originator of Afrobeat.

(Tickets required: $8 - adults; $5 - seniors/youth; members and children under 3 FREE) GM THEATER: MULTI-PURPOSE ROOM:

5:15 p.m. - Ballet Renaissance 6:15 p.m. - Hot Sauce Performs music from their new Christmas CD 7:15 p.m. - Mosaic Youth Theatre of Detroit 8:00 p.m. - Hot Sauce Performs music from their new Christmas CD 5:15 p.m. - Cornerstone Schools - Honors Choir, Fifth Grade Strings & Middle School Strings
ORIENTATION THEATER:

5:15 p.m. - Winans Academy of Performing Arts Choir, Dance 7:30 & 8:15 p.m. - WSU "To Sangana" Dance Company

15. City Bird | 460 W. Canfield 313.831.9146 citybirddetroit.com Visit City Bird to shop for jewelry, housewares, apparel, accessories, prints, ornaments, and a huge assortment of holiday cards and gifts from more than 200 local artists and designers, featuring our popular house line of Detroit-themed goods. Enjoy our holiday DJs, take a moment to design your own pin to take home, and have your picture taken with Santa! 16. College for Creative Studies | 201 E. Kirby 313.664.7400 collegeforcreativestudies.edu Their annual Student and Alumni Art Sale will be held in the Walter B. Ford II Building, along with various exhibitions throughout the campus. Blacksmithing demonstrations by CCS faculty and students and glassblowing demonstrations will be held in the Josephine F. Ford Sculpture Garden. 6:00, 6:35, 7:10, 7:45 & 8:20 p.m. - Friends "Vocal" Quintet (in the Walter B. Ford II Building) 17. Curl Up & Dye | 4215 Cass 313.833.5006 curlupanddyedetroit.com Stop in to Curl Up & Dye for special Noel Night promotions and treats celebrating our 4th Anniversary! 18. Detroit Artists Market | 4719 Woodward 313.832.8540 detroitartistsmarket.org A one-of-a-kind shopping experience for all! The gallery transforms from a fine art exhibition gallery to a fun, energetic gift shop featuring all hand-made items by local artists. Sweets will be served. Performances by Sin Hielo, a new musical project featuring musicians Wayne Gerard and Sean Blackman playing Latin, rock and jazz music. 6:15, 7:15 & 8:15 p.m. - Sin Hielo 19. Detroit Association of Women's Clubs | 5461 Brush 313.873.1727 dawc.tripod.com 5:30-9:00 p.m. - LaShaun Phoenix Moore presents the Jingle Jam: An Evening of Music, Poetry & Magic! 20. Detroit Historical Museum | 5401 Woodward 313.833.1805 detroithistorical.org Come see their newly renovated jewel, featuring the new exhibits: Allesee Gallery of Culture; Detroit: The Arsenal of Democracy; Gallery of Innovation; the Kid Rock Music Lab, and their outdoors Legends Plaza. You can also see their revamped and expanded favorites like America's Motor City; Doorway to Freedom: Detroit and the Underground Railroad; Frontiers to Factories; The Glancy Trains and the Streets of Old Detroit. Don't forget to stop in the new and expanded Museum Store to find the perfect Detroitthemed gifts for everyone on your holiday list. 5:00-8:30 p.m. - Visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus 5:00-9:00 p.m. - Shops open to the public
AMERICA'S MOTOR CITY: STREETS OF OLD DETROIT: GRAND TRUNK PASSENGER STATION: WRIGLEY HALL:

6:45 & 8:00 p.m. - La Chispa Flamenco Dance 5:00-8:30 p.m. - Make-and-take crafts with the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
LEGENDS PLAZA:

6:30 & 7:30 p.m. - YMCA Deep River Choir

6:00, 7:00 & 8:00 p.m. - St. Paul Lutheran Church Bell Choir

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21. Detroit Institute of Arts | 5200 Woodward 313.833.7900 dia.org Visit their galleries, dine in CafDIA or Kresge Court, and visit the Museum Shop for your holiday shopping needs. 5:00-8:30 p.m. - Photos with Santa ($)
LECTURE HALL: GREAT HALL:

6:00-7:00 p.m. - TBD 7:45-8:45 p.m. - California Guitar Trio/Montreal Guitar Trio
KRESGE COURT:

6:15 p.m. - Mosaic Youth Theatre 7:00 p.m. - Festival Singers

STUDIO:

5:30 p.m. - Suzuki Royal Oak Institute of Michigan 6:30 p.m. - Suzuki Royal Oak Camerata 7:45-8:45 p.m. - The Good Lovelies
RIVERA COURT:

5:00-8:30 p.m. - Decorate gingerbread cookies with icing and beads to create a one-of-a-kind puppet.
KRESGE RECEPTION:

6:30-8:00 p.m. - Violin Divas 6:15 & 7:15 p.m. - Motor City Brass Quintet
KIRBY ENTRANCE:

5:15 & 7:45 p.m. - The Rhythm Society Orchestra and Paul King

22. Detroit Public Library | 5201 Woodward 313.481.1339 detroitpubliclibrary.org Join the Detroit Public Library for joyful, holiday fun and activities! They will have free cider and doughnuts (while supplies last) and a hot DJ spinning holiday hits for you to dance those calories away. Santa Claus will also be "in the house" to listen to kids' requests and to take photos. Talented musicians will be featured in their Friends Auditorium, including the dynamically awesome Thornetta Davis. For all book lovers, they will have a Holiday Book Sale by the Friends Foundation to benefit their Summer Reading Program. For Noel Night aficionados, check out the Noel Night through the Years exhibition on display featuring posters, brochures and photos from past Noel Night events. Tour through the Open House for their E. Azalia Hackley collection featuring African Americans in the performing arts, or just stroll through their beautiful building and enjoy the holiday atmosphere.
CHILDREN'S LIBRARY:

5:00-8:45 p.m. - Visit with Santa 5:00-8:45 p.m. - Make a special holiday craft activity with Arts & Scraps 5:15, 6:30 & 8:00 p.m. - The Winter Wonderland Puppet Concert with Kevin Kammeraad
FRIENDS AUDITORIUM:

FIRST FLOOR:

5:00-8:45 p.m. - Enjoy great music with WDET radio hosts Nick Austin and Chris Campbell in the WDET Holiday Listening Room. Share your favorite Noel Night and other holiday stories at this special open-mic hosted by Satori Shakoor.
1ST FLOOR NEW BROWSING:

5:15 p.m. - Mosaic Youth Theatre of Detroit 6:15 p.m. - Tartan Terrors 7:45 p.m. - Thornetta Davis

8:00 p.m. - Festival Singers 5:15 p.m. - Duke Ellington Performing Arts Middle School
SOUTH WING:

23. Detroit Symphony Orchestra/Max M. Fisher Music Center | 3711 Woodward 313.576.5111 dso.org Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see legendary Al Jarreau perform with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. The only artist ever to win Grammys in three categories, hell be bringing back all of your silky Al Jarreau favorites, from Mornin to Moonlighting, plus holiday favorites! Also, enjoy a special Noel Night presentation, featuring The Ahn Trio in the Music Box, free of admission.
ORCHESTRA HALL: MUSIC BOX:

8:00 p.m. - Al Jarreau with the DSO - Admission required ($).

7:00 & 8:15 p.m. - The Ahn Trio - Admission Free

24. East Michigan Environmental Action Council | 4605 Cass 313.556.1702 emeac.org Green your holidays with the EMEAC! Join the East Michigan Environmental Action Council to share and learn environmentally sustainable and responsible tips for the holidays. Create your own personalized holiday card and watch
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media shorts produced by our staff, you and allies. Also learn about the creation and evolution of the Commons, while talking with some of its members. Located inside the First Unitarian Universalist Church. 25. Ecumenical Theological Seminary | 2930 Woodward 313.831.5200 etseminary.edu 5:00-8:00 p.m. - The Ecumenical Theological Seminary (ETS) will present Story Time: Recreating the Magic, a special story time created for children in a nurturing environment. Cocoa, coffee, and cookies will be served. There will be chairsguests are also encouraged to bring a cushion or afghan. Donations welcomed. Location: ETS Renaissance Room. 26. First Congregational Church | 33 E. Forest 313.831.4080 friendsoffirst.com 4:30-6:45 p.m. - Friends of First Living Museum presents the Flight to Freedom Underground Railroad tour. Guests can register for this tour from 4:00-6:00 p.m. in the Chapel. Holiday music will also be presented at 4:30 and 6:15 p.m. in the Chapel.
DINING ROOM:

5:00-9:00 p.m. - Annual BBQ turkey drumstick and open food court ($1-9). The celebration tables will be provided by Lyndsey's Linen and Chair Covers, with napkin designs by Michele Fallene and centerpieces by Alaina Dargget. NII International will present "Narrative Paintings" for silent auction. 4:30 p.m. - Holiday music 7:30 p.m. - Hustle dance instruction with Cornell Batie

7:00 p.m. - Detroit Together Men's Chorus | Artistic Director: Brian Londrow 7:45 p.m. - Irma Thomas, the "Soul Queen of New Orleans" will perform her special Gospel Christmas show 27. First Unitarian Universalist Church | 4605 Cass 313.833.9107 1stuu.org 5:00-8:30 p.m. - Holiday Bazaar featuring Pewabic Pottery's Educational Studio, East Michigan Environmental Action Council performance, massages, craft activities and food. 5:15 p.m. - Earhart Elementary Middle School Chorale 5:40 p.m. - Duke Ellington Chorale 6:15 p.m. - Unitarian-Universalist Chorus with guests from Sing Out Detroit Chorus 7:45 p.m. - Project Daydream 28. FLO Boutique | 404 W. Willis 313.831.4901 flowingflava.com Experience Flo Boutique's warm and flowing energy with unique clothing and accessories. Groove with DJ Andre and out infamous dancing mannequins. Gifts for you and yours and surprise savings. 29. Goodwells Natural Food Market & Deli | 418 W. Willis 313.831.2130 Healthy fare for sale. Enjoy strolling performers throughout the evening. 30. Great Lakes Coffee Roasting Company | 3965 Woodward 313.831.9627 greatlakescoffee.com Whole Foods Market 313.258.4552 wholefoodsmarket.com Great Lakes Coffee Roasting feature artisan producers with an eye on quality and excellence. As coffee roasters, this has been their passion for over 15 years and it is in this spirit that they now open their first coffee shop in Detroit. What better place than Midtown? Whole Foods Market - Detroit will be opening at Mack and John R in mid-2013. For Noel Night, the store will showcase the mural finalists on the John R facing wall of the store inside Great Lakes. They will also offer some delicious snacks to accompany the offerings at Great Lakes Coffee. 31. The Green Garage | 4444 Second 313.444.4054 greengaragedetroit.com The Green Garage, a fully renovated 1920s Model-T dealership, will be open during Noel Night hours for building tours. This marks the first full year of operations for the Green Garage and this year their focus will shift slightly from the building to focusing on the more than 30 start-up businesses that now call this Midtown landmark their home. Tour highlights include: the grand opening of the Letterpress shops of Liz Kerna and Daniel Denha. Come try your hand at letterpress, and purchase a gift set of handmade Christmas cards utilizing print blocks saved from the American Beauty Iron Building prior to
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its demolition this year. Tour the shop of Dickenson by Design, a furniture maker that utilizes 100% recycled and sustainable materials, as well as a natural design process in the creation of beautiful custom wood furniture. 32. The Hannan House | 4750 Woodward 313.833.1300 hannan.org 5:00-8:30 p.m. - The Hannan House Cafe will serve wingdings, catfish, sandwiches and beverages for a nominal fee. 5:00-8:00 p.m. - The Ellen Kayrod Gallery will be open for viewing.
GALLERY:

5:30 p.m. - The Hannan Singers

LOWER LEVEL:

6:00-8:00 p.m. - Performance by blues guitarist, Marc Falconberry

CAFE:

7:00 p.m. - Chinese Fan Dancing 7:30 p.m. - Chinese Sword Dance presented by the American Chinese Association

33. Hellenic Museum of Michigan | 67 E. Kirby 313.831.6100 hellenicmi.org Visit the newest museum in Detroit's Cultural Center for a holiday open house including specialty Greek foods, music and dancing. 34. The Inn on Ferry Street | 84 E. Ferry 313.871.6000 theinnonferrystreet.com The Inn on Ferry Street has partnered with Workroom Detroit to offer a special holiday pop-up called CURATED: A Ferry Street Market to help raise awareness of the Shop Local Initiative and to provide some of the finest goods to purchase during the holiday season. A number of local small business entrepreneurs, designers, artists, glassblowers, metal smiths, photographers and other creative professionals will be present showcasing their talents and products. The Inn will also have one of their houses open to the public for tours. Stop by for light refreshments and holiday shopping! 35. The International Institute of Metropolitan Detroit | 111 E. Kirby 313.871.8600 iimd.org The International Institute is celebrating "Holidays around the World" with international dance and music performances, ethnic food, vendors and an exhibition of holiday celebrations from many cultures. Take a photo with your family and friends all dressed up in various cultural costumes. 36. Joy House (Home to Computech Corporation) | 100 W. Kirby 248.712.0022 Stop by this Open House and tour through this newly renovated historic building. Holiday music and refreshments will also be provided. 37. Majestic Theater Complex | 4120 Woodward 313.833.9700 majesticdetroit.com MAJESTIC CAFE: The kitchen will be open until midnight! Also check out their current art show. GARDEN BOWL: 6:00, 7:00 & 8:00 p.m. - Performances by lounge singer extraordinaire, Konrad Lee. MAGIC STICK: Small Stone Records Showcase featuring Halfway to Gone, Five Horse Johnson, Sasquatch, Freedom Hawk, Lo-Pan and Luder. This is a ticketed all-ages show - $10. 38. Michigan Science Center | 5020 John R Children are invited to visit with Santa from 5:30-9:00 p.m., and write letters to Santa from 5:00-9:00 p.m. Kids Town will be open and will have holiday craft activities for children, and the Centennial Lab will also be open and feature holiday science experiments - 5:00-9:00 p.m.
LOBBY:

5:00 p.m. - Detroit Children's Choir 6:00 p.m. - Spencer Paterni Jazz Sextet 7:00 p.m. - TBD 8:00 p.m. - Spencer Paterni Jazz Sextet

TOYOTA ENGINEERING THEATER:

6:00, 7:00 & 8:00 p.m. - PuppetART presents Sleeping Beauty 5:30, 6:30, 7:30 & 8:30 p.m. - A Light Before Christmas
DASSAULT SYSTEMES PLANETARIUM: IMAX DOME THEATRE:

SCIENCE STAGE:

5:45 & 7:30 p.m. - TBD

5:30, 6:30, 7:30 & 8:30 p.m. - What's Up - A Live Tour of the Holiday Night Sky.

39. Michigan State University - Detroit Center | 3408 Woodward 313.578.9701 sidebyside.msu.edu Travel to Midtown's south end to enjoy performing and visual arts, a fun-filled scavenger hunt, as well as holiday crafts and sweet treats. Free parking in the MSU lot and on adjacent streets.
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MULTI-PURPOSE ROOM:

5:00 p.m. - John Dixon Duo 6:00 p.m. - Ben's Friends Jazz Orchestra 7:00 p.m. - New Horizons Band, MSU Community Music School 8:00 p.m. - New Horizons Brass Ensemble, MSU Community Music School 9:30 p.m. - Cass Tech Marching Band

SECOND LEVEL:

5:00 p.m. - Detroit School Garden Collaborative 5:15 p.m. - The Tia Imani Hanna Project 5:30 p.m. - Lecture and craft-making on Ramadan Calendar Chain | Scavenger Hunt #1 6:15 p.m. - Vision Male Ensemble 6:30 p.m. - Lecture and craft-making on the Hanukkah Dreidel 6:30 p.m. - Matrix Theatre 7:15 p.m. - Detroit School of Art's Achievers Ladies Ensemble 7:30 p.m. - Lecture and craft-making on the Christmas Star | Scavenger Hunt #2 8:15 p.m. - Plowshares Theatre Company 9:00 p.m. - Mosaic Youth Theatre 5:30 p.m. - ACT Prep For You and Your Child

40. Motor City Brewing Works | 470 W. Canfield 313.832.2700 motorcitybeer.com Detroit's oldest brewery celebrates 18 years of hand-crafted beers, ciders and meads. Serving gourmet pizzas and other foods featuring locally grown produce. 5:00 p.m. - Performance by Melvin Davis and The United Sound 6:30 & 8:00 p.m. - Performance by The Wiyos 41. Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit (MOCAD) | 4454 Woodward 313.832.6622 mocadetroit.org MOCAD will be open Noel Night and feature performances by the following artists: Jorge Gamboa Patron is a Mexican singer and songwriter who performs original romantic ballads in traditional forms on acoustic guitar. He has great corazn for his country, his people, and his culture which he makes evident through his songs of love and triumph. Patron has recorded seven albums and received numerous awards, including two Grammy nominations for Best Album in Latin Pop Music and the Placido Domingo Award in 2000, for his ongoing support of Hispanics in the Los Angeles Opera. Ara Topouzian is an Armenian-American musician and 2012 Kresge Fellowship awardee. Ara Topouzian has for years exhibited a proficiency on the Middle Eastern harp, the Kanun, that has made him a nationally-recognized artist. He has performed in concert, at music festivals and at many celebrated venues across the United States with the top musicians in Middle Eastern music. Topouzians traditional musical style keeps to his Armenian heritage but has expanded to include music from around the Middle East, as well as jazz, fusion, new age and blues. 42. N'Namdi Center for Contemporary Art | 52 E. Forest 313.831.8700 nnamdicenter.org Stop by and check out The CollectionFeaturing Benny Andrews, Charles Burwell, Antonio Carreno, Nadine DeLawrence, Richard Mayhew, Gilda Snowden and Shirley Woodson. If you haven't introduced yourself to these artists' work, Noel Night is the perfect atmosphere to visit the home of these abstract masters. In addition to these artists' masterpieces featured in The Summer Show, the N'Namdi Center will include more exclusive pieces from their permanent collection. Africa and Haiti The Black Box Gallery will be featuring a special exhibit of select African and Haitian paintings, sculptures and drawings in a multicultural display of vision and craft. 5:00-9:00 p.m. - House music by DJ Bruce 43. Nest | 460 W. Canfield 313.831.9776 nestdetroit.com Stop by Nest to shop for unique housewares and gifts from independent designers and local makers including ceramics, terrariums, candles, textiles, decor, kitchen and barware, Michigan-themed goods, amazing holiday ornaments, gift wrap and more! Enjoy holiday carolers from the Community Chorus of Detroit and a special visit from Santa. 44. Park Shelton Condominiums | 15 E. Kirby 313.872.7275 theparkshelton.com
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Stop by the Park Shelton lobby to warm up from the cold! Purchase tickets for the horse-drawn carriage rides or a delicious baked good from the annual Noel Night Bake Sale. Children will also love participating in one of the holiday make-and-take activities sponsored by Midtown Detroit, Inc. Emerald | 313.559.5500 See original 1920's-30's furnishings from Hudson's and Crowley's to bring back nostalgic Detroit holiday memories. Fourteen East - Art Coffee, Soda, Tea & Pastries | 313.871.0500 14eastcafe.com Specially priced hot chocolate, hot cider and cookies for this evening. Junior Irish Step Dancers from the Ardan Academy will be performing throughout the evening. Gourmet hot chocolate and caf mocha made with chocolate truffles (made by Mary Anns Chocolates, Grand Rapids, MI) are made to order. Hot chocolate like your Grandma used to make! A showing of wearable art by Mandisa (Detroit, MI) will be the featured exhibition, along with contemporary gifts and accessories. Goods | 313.703.7754 goodsdetroit.com Come into the Goods T-shirt Bakery and create a one-of-a-kind T-shirt or tote on the spot. While it's "baking," browse our selection of Detroit and Michigan gifts and wares. Noel Night specials will be offered! Peacock Room | 313.559.5500 peacockroomdetroit.com Immerse yourself in vintage-themed holiday decorations and music while shopping for unique women's apparel and accessories. Rodin | rodindetroit.com Rodin is a French inspired restaurant and bar featuring small plates, specialty cocktails, and great French wines. Stop by on Noel Night for a cup of eggnog and holiday music at Midtown's newest eatery!

45. Pauline's Closet | 4246 Second 313.832.4711 Enjoy festive holiday sounds as you shop for vintage clothing and accessories this season with Pauline's Closet. 46. People's Records | 4100 Woodward 313.399.2981 Used and vintage vinyl records for all! Noel Night discounts offered. 47. Plymouth United Church of Christ | 600 E. Warren 313.831.2460 puccdetroit.org Join the Plymouth United Church of Christ for a fabulous musical and dance showcase featuring The Best of Plymouth with Friends. Enjoy a light meal with sides and a drink ($).
UPPER LEVEL SANCTUARY:

4:30 p.m. - Spain School Musical & Performing Arts Academy 5:30 p.m. - Plymouth Renaissance Choir & the Plymouth Gospel Choir 6:00 p.m. - Detroit School of Arts 6:30 p.m. - Detroit-Windsor Dance Academy & "ONE" Liturgical Dance Ministry 7:15 p.m. - Plymouth Blended Voices & Plymouth "Water" 7:45 p.m. - Plymouth Revelation Dance Ministry 8:15 p.m. - Praise in Motion Dancers 8:45 p.m. - Dancematics

Enjoy children's entertainment including the Holly Grove Puppeteers, free children's face painting, children's interactive games with prizes, make & take craft activities, fun costumed characters, a special kids/family Christmas. Photos ($). Holiday artisans ($). 48. Preservation Detroit | 4735 Cass 313.577.3559 preservationdetroit.org View historic photos and artifacts on display while listening to holiday music. 49. Re:View Contemporary Gallery | See Art + Design | 444 W. Willis reviewcontemporary.com seeartdesign.com Re:View Contemporary Gallery and See Art + Design will be presenting Re:Collect 2012, their only group show of the year including all 18 artists represented by both galleries. Each artist will have only one piece, with a size limitation of 4'x4'x4'.
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Also at the gallery's Design Store, you will find new cool design items including prints, books, ceramic ware, lamps and hand bags! They will be hosting a reception on Noel Night from 5:00-10:00 p.m., including music and refreshments. 50. Richard Bennett Studio Gallery | 470 Brainard 313.831.4263 richardbennettdesigns.com Stop by the Richard Bennett Studio Gallery for an evening of art and creative adventure. Experience their current exhibition entitled, Midtown Majic, featuring works in pencil, paint, wood, metal sculptures, ceramics and contemporary furniture on display by local artisans. This is an exhibition to intrigue the senses! 51. The Scarab Club | 217 E. Farnsworth 313.831.1250 scarabclub.org Stop by The Scarab Club for a holiday extravaganza! Holiday gifts from over 20 local artists and vendors will be featured in a special garden bazaar and throughout the building. Check out the 99th annual Gold Medal exhibition on display in the main gallery, and tour through the working artist studios on the third floor. Children can visit with Santa on their historic second floor or make a craft in the children's holiday craft area. The Scarab Club will have three cash bars and will be serving cocktails until midnight. A food truck rally with Detroit eats will be stationed in the Scarab Club parking lot until midnight, including: El Guapo Grill, The MacShack, The Green Zebra, FranksAnatra and Treat Dreams. Live music will also be featured in the main gallery, showcasing: 5:15 p.m. - TBD 6:15 p.m. - Tia Imani Hanna Project 7:15 p.m. - Carmel Liburdi 8:15 p.m. TBD 52. Showtime Clothing | 5708 Woodward 313.875.9280 showtimedetroit.com Showtime Clothing has been dressing bands & entertainers since 1989. From the Contours, Sponge, The Rockets, Social Distortion, and the Stray Cats to Meshell Ndegeocello. Keeping true to their roots they will have The Flutter & Wow performing between 5:00-9:00 p.m. 53. Sole Sisters | 87 E. Canfield 313.831.9013 solesistersdetroit.com 5:00-9:00 - Shoe shopping specials, holiday treats, and a family interactive art activity. 54. Source Booksellers | 4240 Cass (Located in The Auburn Building) Source Booksellers is a small independent bookstore of carefully hand-selected non-fiction titles. The store recently moved into a larger space in the new Auburn residential and retail building. Extended hours and unusual sidelines are available now and throughout the holiday season. For Noel Night, stop by for some hot chocolate and listen to the sounds of Blackmail. 55. Spiral Collective - Dell Pryor Gallery | Tulani Rose Dell Pryor Gallery 4201 Cass 313.833.6990 dellpryorgalleries.com Tulani Rose 4201 Cass 313.832.2477 tulanirose.com 5:30-8:30 p.m. - Find the perfect gift with a fresh spin at the Spiral Collective Holiday House Party. Featuring art, handmade gifts, Detroit-themed tees, totes, jewelry, scarves, hats, gloves, socks, home decor and a few pop-up surprises. Enjoy the soulful sounds of DJ Reggie "Hotmix" Harrell spinning holiday house music. 56. TechTown - Reindeer Run | 5200 Woodward (Front lawn of the Detroit Institute of Arts) 313.879.5250 techtownwsu.org Get ready for a rollicking romp around Midtown in this exhilarating scavenger hunt! Your team of four or more will decipher clues that will lead you to Noel Night destinations, where you'll retrieve list items from one of our reindeer. The first three teams to cross the finish line with all items will receive a jolly pack of prizes. Meet at the giant reindeer in front of the DIA! The reindeer round up begins at 5 p.m. Teams must be present at 5 p.m. to check-in. Starting jingle bells are at 5:30 p.m. sharp. Register online at: reindeerrun.eventbrite.com 57. Textures by Nefertiti | 4147 Cass 313.831.4771 texturesbynef.com Join Textures by Nefertiti for client appreciation night! Dance, smiles, open arms, happiness and joy! DJ music will be going on throughout the evening. 58. Traffic Jam & Snug | 511 W. Canfield 313.831.9470 trafficjamdetroit.com
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Traffic Jam & Snug is Michigan's first brew-pub offering a fine selection of ales, lagers, stouts and other seasonal brews. Their hand-crafted beer is dairy brewed and open-fermented on site (just like those crafty Belgian monks). A favorite Midtown dining location for over 45 years, Traffic Jam has an in-house dairy, bakery and roof-top greenhouse and garden. They make artisanal cheeses, ice cream, breads, cookies and desserts. They offer a diverse menu featuring sandwiches, fresh fish, pasta, steak and decadent desserts, and an extensive children's menu. 59. University of Michigan - Detroit Center | 3663 Woodward 313.593.3584 detroitcenter.umich.edu Travel to Midtown's south end to enjoy performing and visual arts, a fun-filled scavenger hunt, as well as holiday crafts and sweet treats. Free parking on adjacent streets. 5:00 p.m. - Detroit School of Art's Achievers Ladies Ensemble 5:30 p.m. - Lecture and craft-making on the Hanukkah Dreidel | Scavenger Hunt #1 6:00 p.m. - U-M School of Music Performers 6:30 p.m. - Lecture and craft-making on the Christmas Star 7:00 p.m. - U-M School of Music Performers 7:30 p.m. - Lecture and craft-making on the Ramadan Calendar Chain | Scavenger Hunt #2 8:00 p.m. - MSU Community Music School 60. Wayne State University Art Department Gallery | 150 Art Building (The Community Arts Center near Cass & Kirby) 313.577.8935 art.wayne.edu 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. - The New Faculty Exhibition presents works by the newest members of the faculty of WSU's James Pearson Duffy Department of Art and Art History. Also featured will be their annual Winter Art Market featuring artwork by students and alumni available for sale. The second annual market will bring together the talents of Wayne State art students, alumni, and art-based community organizations. Offerings will range from one-of-a-kind art objects to limited-production design goods. Join them in a festive environment for what will be sure to become a Noel Night favorite stop. 61. Wayne State University - Old Main Building | 4841 Cass Lobby: 2:00-9:00 p.m. - Michigan Artisans will host their annual Youtique: A Handmade Holiday as part of Noel Night. 5:00 & 7:00 p.m. - Performances by the WSU Jazz Quartets Elaine L. Jacob Gallery | 480 W. Hancock (Located between Cass and Second) 313.577.0770 art.wayne.edu 5:00-9:00 p.m. - On exhibit: When Arts Works: African Utilitarian Objects from the Faxon Collection features an assortment of vessels, bowls and cooking utensils; personal items like smoking pipes, staves and walking sticks; textiles and fashion accessories; furniture; musical instruments; weapons; and architectural parts. Geology Department | 0224 Old Main, Lower Level 313.577.2506 clasweb.clas.wayne.edu/geology Come experience rock and mineral displays and hands-on demonstrations provided by the WSU Geoscience Club. Check them out on Facebook: WSU Geo Geeks. Maggie Allesee Studio Theatre | 3317 Old Main 313.577.4273 dance.wayne.edu 7:00 & 8:00 p.m. - ONSTAGE! Dance Theatre for Youth concert performance by WSU's Dance CompanyONE ($5 at the door, cash only). Museum of Anthropology | 1st Floor 313.577.2598 clas.wayne.edu/anthromuseum Come tour Wayne State University's Museum of Anthropology! Their current exhibit explores the four fields of anthropology and includes artifacts from Africa, material on human evolution and a special section featuring the archaeology of Detroit. Planetarium | Room 0209, Lower Level 313.577.2107 planetarium.wayne.edu 6:00, 7:00 & 8:00 p.m. - Planetarium show "On a Clear Winter's Night." Show tickets free at planetarium starting at 5:00 p.m. Enjoy holiday music and science demos near the Planetarium entrance. Schaver Music Recital Hall | Located in Old Main | Enter from 480 W. Hancock between Cass & Second 313.577.1795
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7:30 p.m. - Benjamin Britten's "Ceremony of Carols" is a free concert by WSU's Women's Chorale and Men's Chorus, performing holiday favorites. 62. Wayne State University Press | 40 W. Hancock 313.577.6120 wsupress.wayne.edu The WSU Press will be having a holiday sale in their book warehouse offering regional and architectural books at amazing discounts, along with a used book sale for even more great deals on gift books. 63. Wayne State University Theatre Bonstelle Theatre | 3424 Woodward Box Office: 313.577.2960 bonstelle.com 8:00 p.m. - The Snow Queen - Adapted by Tyler J. Monroe from the Hans Christian Andersen tale. TICKETS REQUIRED. When a young boy named Kai is taken away by a wicked enchantress, his best friend Gerda must embark on a perilous journey to the North Pole to rescue him. Using puppets, music and supernatural magic, this exuberant, heart-warming production is an intense theatrical journey to the magical kingdom of the Snow Queen's icy palace, where the imagination is unleashed and anything can happen! Hilberry Theatre | 4743 Cass Box Office: 313.577.2972 hilberry.com 8:00 p.m. - Othello - By William Shakespeare. TICKETS REQUIRED. The rapid ascent of the powerful Othello and his breathtaking whirlwind marriage to the beautiful Desdemona is thrilling to watch, but it fractures the jealous Iago. We see him fluctuate easily between the cold-blooded plotting of mayhem and destruction, and the reassuring, trust me, I love you. By the end, Othello is stripped raw, his emotions exposed and his betrayal complete.

64. Wayne State University Welcome Center | 42 W. Warren 313.577.2300 alumni.wayne.edu The Welcome Center will be open on Noel Night with special activities sponsored by the Wayne State University Alumni Association. 5:00-7:00 p.m. - Take your own photo with Santa. 5:00-8:00 p.m. - Caricaturists will draw you! 7:00 & 8:00 p.m. - Music performed by The Detroit Youth Concert Choir & Performing Arts Company 65. Woodward Avenue Bandstand | Located on Woodward Avenue between Kirby and Farnsworth 6:00 p.m. - Fire Performers 7:00 p.m. - Detroit Party Marching Band 8:00 p.m. - The Tartan Terrors 9:00 p.m. - Salvation Army Band Sing-Along Check out the annual Ice Scraper Challenge generously sponsored by Flagstar Bank. Students from Wayne State University and the College for Creative Studies collaborate to design and carve ice sculptures with guidance and demonstrations by a world-class ice sculptor. 66. Ye Olde Butcher Shoppe | 3100 Woodward 313.974.7356 yeoldebutchershoppedetroit.com Enjoy refreshments while listening to holiday carolers at Midtown's newest full-service gourmet grocery store. 67. Yoga Shelter Midtown Detroit | 69 W. Forest 313.831.9642 313.831.9642 yogashelter.com Stop by Yoga Shelter Midtown Detroit for a pop-up marketplace featuring more than 20 of Detroit's finest independent food vendors and artists. Enjoy local music, treats, gifts and a raffle to win a free year of yoga! 68. Model D Media | 4470 Second (Located between Canfield and Prentis) 5:00-9:00 p.m. - Join Model D and Hatch Detroit for a holiday happy hour with local art, music & a taste of Spain from 2012 Hatch winner, La Feria Tapas. Plus: Enjoy a preview of the future Cass Corridor Museum.

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69. The Heidelberg Project Gallery | 42 Watson 313.974.6894 heidelberg.org One of Noel Night's new participating venues, The Heidelberg Project Gallery will host its opening reception for Kelly Darke's exhibition, "Inside/Out," as part of their Emerging Artist Program from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Guests will also enjoy a live DJ and complimentary appetizers and drinks.

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