The Hilberry Theatre is presenting Anton Chekhov’s first great play, The Seagull (Russian: Чайка, Chayka) in rotating repertory. This play dramatizes the romantic and artistic conflicts between four characters, each of whom is denied the one thing they most crave. This is an exciting time for the Hilberry, as the performance will be a culmination of the Moscow Art Theatre School training that several members of the cast received over the summer of 2009. The Seagull is directed by Dr. James Thomas, Professor of Theatre and head of the Wayne State University Theatre’s PhD and Month in Moscow (MIM) programs.

Sponsor(s):	Between the Lines; Times-Herald Newspapers; CBS Outdoor
Cost details:	$20 - $30
Contact:	Box Office
Phone:	(313) 577-2972
E-mail:	theatrepr@wayne.edu
Web site:	http://www.wsushows.com

Are you thinking of starting your own business and want to research your business idea? Are you a business owner who wants to understand which research sources to use for your business plan and where to find the information you need? Presented by The Oakland County Business Center, The Entrepreneur's Source, Oakland County Market Research Department, and a Business Reference Librarian.

Cost details:	The workshop is free, but pre-registration is required.
Phone:	(248) 858-0783
Web site:	http://oakgov.com/peds/calendar

Free, ongoing, 2-part series to help participants learn to understand, identify and address adolescent alcohol/other drug problems. Part 1 is presented on the first Tuesdays October – June and provides information on how to understand and recognize a teen substance abuse problem. Part 2 is presented on the second Tuesdays October – June and provides information on what should and should not be done when a teen substance abuse problem is recognized. Presented by Ronald E. Harrison, SW. Free and open to all. The presentations are targeted primarily to parents/caretakers of teens, but are inclusive of of teens, family members, people who work with teens, students, and others.

Sponsor(s):	Dawn Farm; Livingston and Washtenaw Safe and Drug Free Schools and Communitiews Act Consortium; Saint Joseph Mercy Health System Mission Services.
Cost details:	Free
Contact:	Jess Antanaitis
Phone:	(734) 973-7892
E-mail:	teensusingdrugs@gmail.com
Web site:	http://www.teensusingdrugs.org

The Hilberry Theatre is presenting Anton Chekhov’s first great play, The Seagull (Russian: Чайка, Chayka) in rotating repertory. This play dramatizes the romantic and artistic conflicts between four characters, each of whom is denied the one thing they most crave. This is an exciting time for the Hilberry, as the performance will be a culmination of the Moscow Art Theatre School training that several members of the cast received over the summer of 2009. The Seagull is directed by Dr. James Thomas, Professor of Theatre and head of the Wayne State University Theatre’s PhD and Month in Moscow (MIM) programs.

Sponsor(s):	Between the Lines; Times-Herald Newspapers; CBS Outdoor
Cost details:	$20 - $30
Contact:	Box Office
Phone:	(313) 577-2972
E-mail:	theatrepr@wayne.edu
Web site:	http://www.wsushows.com

SCORE DETROIT - Service Corps of Retired Executives. In one of a series of workshops for small businesses, Detroit SCORE Chapter 18 presents “Planning Your Own Business.” This workshop discusses how potential entrepreneurs should do the research and planning necessary for writing a comprehensive business plan and starting a successful business. Featured are interactive discussions with SCORE counselors sharing their years of business experiences in management, marketing, manufacturing, and IT systems.

Cost details:	$45
Contact:	SCORE Detroit
Phone:	(313) 226-7947
E-mail:	detscore@sbcglobal.net
Web site:	http://www.scoredetroit.org

The MIICC will host Conrad Valle, Director, SBA. Come join us as Conrad Valle provides an overview of the resources available to small business owners through the Small Business Administration (SBA) offices located in Michigan.

Also engage in personalized one-on-one networking and make some new connections. Also enjoy some refreshments sponsored by our local members.

Participants are encouraged to bring lots of business cards, flyers, etc.

Cost details:	$25
Contact:	Nipa Shah
Phone:	(248) 470-6299
E-mail:	njenesys@gmail.com
Web site:	http://www.miicc.com

The Hilberry Theatre is presenting Anton Chekhov’s first great play, The Seagull (Russian: Чайка, Chayka) in rotating repertory. This play dramatizes the romantic and artistic conflicts between four characters, each of whom is denied the one thing they most crave. This is an exciting time for the Hilberry, as the performance will be a culmination of the Moscow Art Theatre School training that several members of the cast received over the summer of 2009. The Seagull is directed by Dr. James Thomas, Professor of Theatre and head of the Wayne State University Theatre’s PhD and Month in Moscow (MIM) programs.

Sponsor(s):	Between the Lines; Times-Herald Newspapers; CBS Outdoor
Cost details:	$20 - $30
Contact:	Box Office
Phone:	(313) 577-2972
E-mail:	theatrepr@wayne.edu
Web site:	http://www.wsushows.com

This networking meeting will feature speed networking and a leadership roundtable comprised of NAWBO past presidents, senior executive leaders from our corporate partners, and successful community leaders. They will address the state of Michigan's economy and best practices to sustain momentum and generate wealth during difficult times. With Carol Cain, senior producer and host, Michigan Matters, as moderator.

Sponsor(s):	Foster Swift; WWJTV CBS Detroit; Fifth Third Bank
Cost details:	$30 admission and dinner; $60 admission, 1 dinner ticket and exhibit table.
Phone:	(313) 961-4748
Web site:	http://www.nawbogdc.com

On Friday, February 12, 2009 and Saturday, February 13, 2009 at 7 p.m the Matt Prentice Restaurant Group (MPRG) is inviting romantics to indulge in “The Lover's Feast” at Shiraz in Bingham Farms. Couples that fear making stressful reservations or dining in a crowded restaurant on Valentine's Day can thank MPRG for coming up with a solution; celebrate early and stay home on the big night. Enhance your romantic evening in the cozy and quaint dining room of Shiraz. In addition to the feast, Master Sommelier Madeline Triffon will offer an outrageous and playful wine package at an additional cost.

Cost details:	Prix Fixe - $45.95 per person - Not inclusive of tax, gratuity or Wine Package.
Contact:	Spencer Hayes
Phone:	(248) 336-8360
E-mail:	scene@candbscene.com
Web site:	http://mattprenticerg.com/shiraz.html

On Friday, February 12, 2009 and Saturday, February 13, 2009 at 7 p.m the Matt Prentice Restaurant Group (MPRG) is inviting romantics to indulge in “The Lover's Feast” at Shiraz in Bingham Farms. Couples that fear making stressful reservations or dining in a crowded restaurant on Valentine's Day can thank MPRG for coming up with a solution; celebrate early and stay home on the big night. Enhance your romantic evening in the cozy and quaint dining room of Shiraz. In addition to the feast, Master Sommelier Madeline Triffon will offer an outrageous and playful wine package at an additional cost.

Cost details:	Prix Fixe - $45.95 per person - Not inclusive of tax, gratuity or Wine Package.
Contact:	Spencer Hayes
Phone:	(248) 336-8360
E-mail:	scene@candbscene.com
Web site:	http://mattprenticerg.com/shiraz.html

The incomparable Shanghai Quartet will join with pianist Yuja Wang for a unique collaboration. Will perform works b Schubert, Franck and Dvorak.

Pre-concert dinner reservations at Bacco Ristorante are available with special reduced dinner price for CMSD ticket-holders, 6:00 – 7:30 PM

Cost details:	Single tickets: $43 - $75; students $25.
Contact:	Ticket Service
Phone:	(248) 855-6070
E-mail:	tickets@comehearcmsd.org
Web site:	http://www.ComeHearCMSD.org