Today
Coney Dog and Root Beer Float Night. 5-8 p.m. American Legion Post #419, 9807 Whitewood Road, Pinckney. $1. 734- 878-9522 or 734-341-4249.

Italian Cookies. 5:30-9:30 p.m. Zingerman’s Bakehouse, 3711 Plaza Drive, Ann Arbor. Learn the basics of making four traditional Italian cookies: biscotti, pignoli, amaretti, and ricchiarelli. You'll leave with four recipes and four dozen cookies you made in class. $100. www.bakewithzing.com.

Terroir of Pinot Noir Night Dinner with Brian Loring. 6:30-8 p.m. Vinology, 101 S. Main St., Ann Arbor. Taste the qualities of vineyard-site through five eye-opening courses with Brian Loring. The Loirng Wine Co. produces vineyard specific Pinot Noir and Chardonnay for guests tasting delight. Seating is limited; pricing varies. 734-222-9841.

Thursday Night Rush Hour Relief at the Wine Bar. 5-8:30 p.m. Cranbrook Whole Foods, 990 W. Eisenhower Parkway, Ann Arbor. An exploration of wine, cheese and appetizers. This week’s topic: Sauvignon Blanc. 734-997-7500.

Coney Dog and Root Beer Float Night. 5-8 p.m. American Legion Post #419, 9807 Whitewood Road, Pinckney. $1. 734- 878-9522 or 734-341-4249.

Teen Ultimate Mac’n’Cheese. 5-7 p.m. Ann Arbor Cooks, 5060 Jackson Road, Ann Arbor. Menu: MacnFour Cheese; MacnCheese with Bacon, Caramelized Shallots & Fresh Herbs; Green Salad with Vinaigrette. For kids ages 13-17. $45. 734-645-1030.

SOUPER-FLY: A Delicious Fundraiser. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Everyday Wines, 407 N. 5th Ave., Kerrytown Shops, Ann Arbor. Join us for a course of heartwarming soups courtesy of local soup-master Le Dog (and others), paired with wine to nourish your soul. Donations are appreciated, as this is a fundraiser for FLY Children's Art Center! $20. everydaywines@gmail.com.

Friday

Tips with Tips: Basic Cake Decorating. 1-5 p.m. Zingerman's Bakehouse, 3711 Plaza Drive, Ann Arbor. Practice makes perfect. Try your hand at decorating cakes, Zingerman’s style. Students will split several cakes, crumb coat and ice them, and then add borders and a few flowers. $100. Registration is required: 734-761-7255 or www.bakewithzing.com.

Sushi Bar. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Ann Arbor Cooks, 5060 Jackson Road, Ann Arbor. In this beginner sushi-making class we will discuss traditional ingredients and teach you the skills you'll need to prepare classic sushi in a relaxing way. You'll be involved in making sushi rice, preparing the fish and vegetables, rolling sushi using bamboo mats (maki sushi), and creating hand rolls (nigri sushi). $85. www.wccnet.edu/lifelonglearning

(un)Corked Winter Warmer-Wine Tasting. 7-9 p.m. Ann Arbor Art Center, 117 W. Liberty St., Ann Arbor. We will have a selection of more than 40 wines for our enjoyment and some hearty hors d'oeuvres to please all tastes. $40. 734-994-8004 ext.101.

All You Can Eat Chicken, Rib and Fish Dinner. 5-8 p.m. The Livingston County Wildlife And Conservation Club, 6060 E. M-36, Hamburg. Cash bar available. Adults: $10. Seniors: $9. Children ages 6-12: $5. Children 5 and under eat for free.

Beer Tasting: Original Gravity Brewing Co. 5-7 p.m. Cranbrook Whole Foods, 990 W. Eisenhower Parkway, Ann Arbor. Taste local Michigan brews with knowledgeable staff. Pricing varies. 734-997-7500.

Saturday

Eat, Meet, & Be Cherry. 1:30-3:30 p.m. Cherry Republic, 223 S. Main St., Ann Arbor. "Eat, Meet, & Be Cherry" at the Cherry Republic, with a tasting from Back Alley Gourmet. Free. 734-585-5231.

Cin-ful Cinnamon Rolls. 8 a.m.-noon. Zingerman's Bakehouse, 3711 Plaza Drive, Ann Arbor. Learn the basic techniques of creating sweet dough and form hand-shaped cinnamon rolls. You'll leave with dough to bake at home and a dozen cinnamon rolls you made in class. $125. Register online at www.bakewithzing.com.

Junior Chef: Breakfast Breads. 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Ann Arbor Cooks, 5060 Jackson Road, Ann Arbor. Turn a cold Saturday morning into a warm baking experience with this collection of breakfast treats! Menu: English Muffin Hearts; Lemon Glazed Scones; Morning Glory Muffins. $45. 734-645-1030.

Winter Warriors. Noon-5 p.m. Arbor Brewing, 114 E. Washington St., Ann Arbor. Brave the elements at Arbor Brewing's third annual Winter Warrior event. The patio is open for guests to enjoy $1 drafts beers and help forget the cold with hot beverage and chili specials to warm you up.

WCC 27th annual Mardi Gras Fundraiser: Spanish Carnivale Olé. 6:30 p.m. Washtenaw Community College, Morris Lawrence Building, 4800 E. Huron River Drive, Ann Arbor. The evening kicks off with a Spanish feast created by the WCC culinary arts and hospitality department and guest chefs from area restaurants. Followed by dancing to blues, rock, and Latin and African dance music by the Sun Messengers. Tickets are $175 and may be purchased in advance only. 734-973-3665.

Learn to Make Fresh Mozzarella. Noon-2:30 p.m. Zingerman's Creamery, 3723 Plaza Drive, Ann Arbor. Learn how to stretch your own from-scratch fresh mozzarella at home. First and third Saturday of each month, September through May. $60 (or $55 if paid in advance). Reservations required at 734-929-0500.

Sunday

Super Bowl XLVI watching parties. 4-10 p.m. Arbor Brewing, Arbor Brewing, 114 E. Washington St., Ann Arbor, and Corner Brewery 720 Norris St., Ypsilanti. Both Arbor (4-10 p.m.) and Corner (6-10 p.m.) will be open and hosting Super Bowl game watching parties this year A tailgating-themed menu at ABC will feature beer brats, wings, nachos and chili cheese fries. At Corner, whether you're a fan or the game or the commercials, pull up a chair as we televise the game on big screens. Enjoy happy hour prices during the game and not-cho burgers from the kitchen. No cover.

Breakfast with PAWS. 8:30-11 a.m. St. Mary's Catholic Parish, 10601 Dexter Pinckney Road, Pinckney. St Mary’s Men’s Club in Pinckney is sponsoring "Breakfast with PAWS.” Detroit’s Favorite Mascot" joins us from 10-11 a.m. to get us pumped up for another great season of Tiger baseball. Proceeds go to St Mary School. Menu includes: fried or scrambled eggs, hash browns, biscuits and gravy, French toast, pancakes, quiche, ham, pork sausage, and a waffle station. Free-will donation. 734-878-3161.

Pad Thai with Chris Wick. Noon-1:30 p.m. Hollander's, 401 N. Fourth Ave., in the Kerrytown Shops, Ann Arbor. In this class, Chris teaches how to make a flavorful stir-fry of rice noodles, chicken, tofu and Chinese chives. $25. 734-741-7531.

Comparative Coffee Cupping. 1-3 p.m. Zingerman’s Coffee Co., 3723 Plaza Drive, Ann Arbor. Taste samples of coffees from around the world using the tools and techniques of professional tasters. $20. 734-929-6060.

Cook Dinner with Your Kids. 2 p.m. Pittsfield Grange, 3337 Ann Arbor-Saline Road, Ann Arbor. Adults and kids 7 and over cook an entree together. Bring your child, grandchild, nephew or neighbor and learn to cook a balanced one-dish meal from mostly-local ingredients. All ingredients and equipment supplied. Menu: Salsa skillet dinner. Meat and vegetarian options are available. Bring a container if you don't plan to eat it at the Grange. Free for Grange members and their kids. Non-member prices: One adult and 1 child: $15; one adult and 2-3 children: $20. preservingtraditions.org.

Tours of the Creamery. 2 p.m. Zingerman's Creamery, 3723 Plaza Drive, Ann Arbor. Cheesemaker and managing partner John Loomis gives the inside scoop on how they make artisan cheeses and old-fashioned gelato. $5. 734-929-0500.

Monday

Soup’s On! 6:30-9:30 p.m. Ann Arbor Cooks, 5060 Jackson Road, Ann Arbor. Join us as we focus on basic soup techniques and give you some new ones to add to your repertoire. Menu: Asian Chicken Noodle Soup with Lemongrass; Herb, Chard & Feta Soup; Mulligatawny; Udon Noodle Pot; Roasted Fennel, Wild Mushroom & Chestnut Soup. $65. 734-645-1030.

Milan Senior Nutrition Program. 11:45 a.m. Milan Senior & Community Activity Center, 45 Neckel Court. A nutritionally balanced meal offered on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Suggested donation of $2.50 for anyone who is 60 years or older and a fee of $5 for anyone under the age of 60. 48-hour advance reservations. Call or stop by the office. 734-439-1549.

Tuesday

Lunch is Served. Noon-1 p.m. Turner Senior Resource Center, 2401 Plymouth Road, Ann Arbor. Repeats every Tuesday and Friday. Reservations are required with two days prior notice. Suggested donation for those over 60 years of age is $2.50, for all others, $5. Call 734-998-9353 for reservations.

Wednesday

Wednesday Wine Tasting. 6:30 p.m. Paesano's Italian Restaurant, 3411 Washtenaw Ave., Ann Arbor. Sample five up and coming wines from Italy, accompanied by appetizers. $25. www.paesanosannarbor.com.

Feb. 9

Chocolate Truffle Workshop. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Ann Arbor Cooks, 5060 Jackson Road, Ann Arbor. Join us for a decadent and indulgent evening of trufflemaking. There will be plenty to eat and plenty to take home. Menu: Black Forest Truffles; Gianduja Truffles; CoconutLime Truffles; ChocolateRaspberry Truffles; SesameGinger Truffles. $75. Register at www.wccnet.edu/lifelonglearning

Beer Tasting: Strong Ales. 7-9 p.m. Arbor Brewing, Arbor Brewing, Arbor Brewing, 114 E. Washington St., Ann Arbor. For this special tasting, we'll pull together two dozen of our favorite high-octane brews sure to warm your heart and lift your spirits. We'll start with old ales and barleywines and round out the list with a smattering of Double IPAs, scotch ales, and a handful of Belgian styles. Tickets are $30 in advance and $35 on tasting day. Advance tickets recommended. 734-213-1393.

International Neighbors: Street Foods. 1-2:30 p.m. Westminster Presbyterian Church social hall, 1500 Scio Church Road, Ann Arbor. All area women invited to sample street foods from different nations. Nursery care provided for preschoolers. Refreshments provided. Free. 734-995-1645.

Thursday Night Rush Hour Relief at the Wine Bar. 5-8:30 p.m. Cranbrook Whole Foods, 990 W. Eisenhower Parkway, Ann Arbor. An exploration of wine, cheese and appetizers. This week’s topic: Red blends. 734-997-7500.

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