It is hard to believe that January is already behind us and although there will be six more weeks of winter, we can all feel change in the air. Ann Arbor is an amazing place to be, there is so much diversity in the culture, restaurants, arts and entertainment. Do you feel as though you are “stuck in a rut”? Doing the same things, going to the same events and eating at the same restaurants. Are you looking for new and different experiences? Below, find highlights for a few of the events that I found interesting for the month of February. Try something new and exciting, then let me know how it was! ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 2/4/2010 CHRISSY BURNS Looking at the world as a big buffet, Chrissy Burns helps herself to an oversized portion of laughter. Audiences delight in getting to know this full-figured gal as she regales them with stories of dieting, dating and true life experiences. A true road-comic, Chrissy can be found performing at bars, nightclubs or anyplace with a stage & microphone. She's a favorite at US military bases and performs regularly at The Tropicana Casinos in Las Vegas and Atlantic City. As a confident, rubenesque woman Chrissy Burns believes in using her comedy to break stereotypes. And as a cancer survivor Chrissy brings to the stage a funny, heart-felt message about the power of laughter. Beyond the live comedy stage, Chrissy appears in the documentary film, "Be Funny." Chrissy's CD "Soul Music" is played on XM Satellite Radio. And Chrissy's outrageously funny road story, "Follow That" can be found in the Random House book, "I Killed - True Stories of the Road from America's Top Comics." One of Chrissy's greatest joys is being onstage, making audiences laugh. Come giggle along with this inspirational lady and get to know the copious comedian who has made an impressive, indelible mark on today's comedy scene.
312 E. Liberty Street Ann Arbor, MI View website Phone: (734)996-9080 View full event info

Hours: 8:00pm Cost: $7 in advance or $9 at the door ___________________________________________________________________________ 2/13/2010 CHOCOLATE EXTRAVAGANZA IN DOWNTOWN CHELSEA BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND What is sweet, passionate, and brings good luck? The Chocolate Extravaganza in downtown Chelsea! This popular event to indulge in all things chocolate-y is back with additional events and treats to celebrate both Valentine’s Day and the Lunar New Year, the year of the Tiger. Bring a loved one to downtown Chelsea on Saturday, February 13th, to shop, eat, and “experience” chocolate. Participating stores throughout Chelsea will offer free chocolate tasting, sales on chocolate-themed merchandise, and family fun activities.

110 S. Main Street Chelsea, MI, 48118 View website Phone: (734)994-8004 Full event info

Hours: 10:00am - 5:00pm Cost: FREE! ___________________________________________________________________________ 2/19/2010 ARTINI MARTINI CRAWL Ar-ti-ni (ahr-tee-nee) – An artistically crafted, locally mixed martini. Following the phenomenal success of last year's inaugural Artini Martini Crawl, Artini 2010 will once again challenge some of Ann Arbor's finest downtown restaurants to create the most artful martini. Starting at 6 p.m., participants will taste the carefully crafted creations at each of the participating locations and will vote on their favorite at an after party. The Artini Artists are from The Black Pearl (the 2009 winner), Goodnite Gracie, Melange, Rush Street and Vinology. Café Felix will host the after party starting at 10 p.m.

Ann Arbor Arts Center 117 W. Liberty Street Ann Arbor, MI View website Phone: (734)994-8004 Full event info

Hours: 6:00pm-11:00pm Cost: $35 - $45 ___________________________________________________________________________ 2/20/2010 – 2/21/2010 THE ARK'S 23RD ANNUAL STORYTELLING FESTIVAL Each year The Ark brings audiences along on a journey to the land of the mind's eye with our February Storytelling Festival, featuring talespinners from far and wide. This year's headliners bring diversity, interactivity, and plenty of humor. African-American Illinois storyteller Linda Gorham energizes her audiences by using movement, humor, and sometimes zaniness as she tells multicultural folktales updated with attitude! Her stories amuse, stimulate, and make you laugh out loud. Charleston, West Virginia storyteller Bil Lepp describes himself as a "liar," and in fact he got his start when he won the West Virginia Liars Contest in 1990, picking up a hundred dollars and a golden shovel for his efforts. Yvonne Healy and Darryl Mickens fill the bill for an event that's one of southeast Michigan's hidden gems

The Ark 316 Main Street Ann Arbor, MI Visit website Phone: (734)763-TKTS Full event info

Hours: Saturday at 7 p.m., Sunday at 1 p.m. Cost: $20/Sat. and $10/Sun

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Above was a sampling of the activities occurring in our community during the month of February. Please be sure to check out one of the many events being held during the month and have good time.

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