If you're a fan of the arts, mark your calendars: there's plenty to do when it comes to artsy events in Detroit this week, from family holiday shows to a photography workshop.
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Poets & Pies
Hungry for prose and pie? All are welcome to join writer and professor M.L. Liebler for a poetry reading and a presentation of other original literary works. The event is free and, yes, pie really will be served.
When: Tuesday, Dec. 11, 6-7:30 p.m.
Where: Detroit Public Library - Main - Explorers Room, 5201 Woodward Ave.
Price: Free
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Ballet Folklorico de Detroit Holiday Concert 2018
Ballet Folklorico de Detroit is an organization dedicated to preserving Mexican Folkloric Arts. For the fifth year in a row, the group's talented young members will put on a holiday concert. Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
When: Sunday, Dec. 16, 3-5 p.m.
Where: Senate Theater, 6424 Michigan Ave.
Price: Free
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"A Charlie Brown Christmas" Live on Stage
The Peanuts gang—Charlie, Linus, Sally, Lucy and Snoopy—look to find the true meaning of Christmas in this touring production of "A Charlie Brown Christmas" live on stage.
When: Saturday, December 15, 2 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.
Where: 2211 Woodward Ave., Detroit, MI 48201
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Up to 55% Off Digital Photography Workshop
Learn from professional photographers at one of Digital Photo Academy's three-hour Composition in the Field workshops.
Students should bring their own a digital camera to the workshop, where they'll first learn about the technical parts of the camera. After the lesson, which will help them become better photographers, students will get a chance to use their new skills in the field.
Where: 1 Hart Plaza, Downtown
Price: $49 (51 percent discount off regular price)
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