Check out our picks for the best in visual art, music, family fun, theater, film and more this week, and then vote on the event that interests you most.

• Monday, January 11

Kid Cudi: Brooklyn-based hip-hop artist from Cleveland whose 2009 debut album of witty rhymes and introspective lyrics set to a mix of hip-hop, alternative rock and R&B sounds made him a break-out star. At the Michigan Theater, 603 East Liberty Street, at 7:30 p.m. SOLD OUT. | More info | AnnArbor.com preview of Kid Cudi | AnnArbor.com Kid Cudi Mega-Guide

• Wednesday, January 13 "Photography Around the World": Award-winning photographer Monte Nagler talks about his latest book, "Monte Nagler's Michigan," plus a Q&A session and signing. At the Hatcher Graduate Library on the U-M campus, 920 North University Avenue, at 5:30 p.m. | More info | AnnArbor.com preview of U-M Press author talk series

• Thursday, January 14-Saturday, January 16 Maria Bamford: Stand-up comic and "Comedians of Comedy" alum known for her odd, surreal, stream-of-consciousness humor and unique voice work. At the Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase, 314 East Liberty Street. | Dates and times | AnnArbor.com preview of Maria Bamford

• Thursday, January 14-Saturday, January 16 "Nine": Ann Arbor Civic Theatre's production of the play based on Federico Fellini's film "8 ½," the story of a successful filmmaker who's struggling with his next project while reflecting on the role of several women in his life. At the Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre in the Michigan League, 911 North University Avenue. | Dates and times | AnnArbor.com preview of "Nine"

• Saturday, January 16 The Verve Pipe: A Family Show: Michigan-based band The Verve Pipe reaches a new generation, performing songs from their latest CD, "A Family Album." At The Ark, 316 South Main Street, at 11 a.m. | More info

• Saturday, January 16 Take the Plunge!: Fundraiser in which participants brave icy waters to benefit Greater Whitmore Lake Area Kiwanis. At Mac's Marina, 9876 Main Street in Whitmore Lake, at 11 a.m. | More info

• Sunday, January 17 (continues through Friday, January 22) Ann Arbor Restaurant Week: Twenty-six participating restaurants offer diners the opportunity to try their best creations for a fixed price. At various locations around downtown Ann Arbor. | More info | AnnArbor.com Restaurants guide