What's up in Lansing: "A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder" and more

Good day on this snowy Tuesday.

"A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder" opens today at the Wharton Center. Read about the comedy Broadway musical in this City Pulse article.

Regulars at Comedy Coven's monthly shows at the Robin Theatre may have cleared their agenda for the third Tuesday night of the month, but hold it — this month, the witty witches host their evening of occult humor one week early. The comedy trio, comprising Tricia Chamberlain, Stephanie Onderchanin and Emily Syrja, face the Ghosts of Depressions Past, Present and Future in this holiday-themed evening of standup and sketches. Joining them are guest performers Lauren Booza, Justin Covington, Ne Loveslife and Abby Veitengruber. $7 adv./$10 at door, if available. The Robin Theatre, 1105 S. Washington Ave., Lansing. comedycoven.com/shows.

For more local events, see below.

Classes and Seminars

French Playtime. Playgroup ages 1-6 encouraging French language education. 9:30-11:30 a.m. and 4-6 p.m. FREE. Aux Petits Soins, 1824 E. Michigan Ave. Suite F, Lansing. (517) 999-7277, apsfrenchclass.com.

Bible and Beer Study. 6 p.m. Buy your own beer. Kelly's Downtown, 220 S. Washington Square, Lansing. (517) 482-0600.

Capital Area Crisis Rugby Practice. All experience levels welcome. 7-8 p.m. $3. Gier Community Center, 2400 Hall St., Lansing. crisisrfc. com.

Capital City Toastmasters Meeting. Learn public speaking and leadership skills. 7 p.m. FREE. CADL Downtown Lansing, 401 S. Capitol Ave., Lansing. (517) 775-2697, 639.toastmastersclubs.org.

Course in Miracles. Very relaxed, kind and happy group. 7 p.m. FREE. Call for location, (517) 482-1908.

Hopeful Hearts Grief Group. 10-11 a.m. FREE. The Marquette Activity Room, 5968 Park Lake Road, East Lansing.

Lansing Area Codependents Anonymous. 5:45 p.m. FREE. Everybody Reads Books and Stuff, 2019 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) 515-5559, coda.org.

Overeaters Anonymous. You are not alone. Get support in your weight loss. 7 p.m. FREE. Presbyterian Church of Okemos, 2258 Bennett Road, Okemos. (517) 819-3294.

Speakeasies Toastmasters. Improve listening, analysis, leadership and presentation skills. Noon-1 p.m. FREE. Ingham County Human Services Bldg., 5303 S. Cedar St., Lansing. (616) 841-5176.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly. Have a support system, lose weight. Wheelchair accessible. 6 p.m. FREE first visit. St. Therese Church, 102 W. Randolph St., Lansing. tops.org.

Yawn Patrol Toastmasters. Hone your speaking and leadership skills 7-8:30 a.m. MICA Gallery, 1210 N. Turner St., Lansing. (517) 337-7551, yawnpatrol. com.

Music

Christmas Music with Catbird Seat. Music duo performs on dulcimer, flute and guitar. 2-3 p.m. FREE. CADL Aurelius, 1939 S. Aurelius Road, Mason. (517) 628-3743, cadl.org.

Jazz Tuesdays at Moriarty's. Featuring Bill Heid. 7-10 p.m. FREE. Moriarty's Pub, 802 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) 485-5287.

Joe Newberry Live in Concert. Holiday show with folk singer/songwriter. 7:30-9:10 p.m. $15. Elderly Instruments, 1100 N. Washington Ave., Lansing. (517) 372-7880, elderly.com/calendar/ newberry.

LCC Experimental Music Ensemble. Directed by Cesar Potes & Beth Lewis. 7:30 p.m. FREE. Dart Auditorium, Lansing Community College, 500 N. Capitol Ave., Lansing. (517) 483-1488, lcc.edu/ showinfo.

Jennifer Lewis with Family and Friends. 10 p.m.-1 a.m. FREE. Stober's Bar, 812 E. Michigan Ave. Lansing.

Events

Comedy Coven. Occult-themed comedy show. 8-9:30 p.m. $7 in advance/$10 at door. Robin Theatre, 1105 S. Washington Ave., Lansing. comedycoven.com.

Cannabis Saves Christmas. Families in need can pick out a toy and stocking for children. 4-8 p.m. FREE. Capital City Compassion Center, 910 Southland Ave., Lansing. (517) 200-8323, cannabisismyreligion.org.

12-Step Meeting. AA/NA/CA all welcome. In room 209. Noon-1 p.m. FREE. Donations welcome. Cristo Rey Community Center, 1717 N. High St., Lansing.

After School Action Program. Light meal, tutoring and activities. 4-6 p.m. FREE. Eastside Community Action Center, 1001 Dakin St., Lansing.

After School Teen Program. For teens in grades 7-12. 2:30-5:30 p.m. FREE. All Saints Episcopal Church, 800 Abbot Road, East Lansing. (517) 351-2420, elpl.org.

Decorate a Gingerbread House. Ages 8-12 make mini gingerbread house. Call to register. 3:30- 5 p.m. FREE. CADL Webberville, 115 S. Main St., Webberville. (517) 521-3643.

CADL Downtown Lansing Holiday Open House & Reindeer Visit. Santa, live reindeer and holiday activities. 6:30 to 8 p.m. FREE. CADL Downtown Lansing, 401 S. Capitol Ave., Lansing.

CADL Okemos Holiday Open House & Reindeer Visit. Live reindeer and wintry treats. 4-5:30 p.m. FREE. CADL Okemos, 4321 Okemos Road, Okemos. (517) 347-2021.

Grand Re-Opening Celebration. Family-friendly activities and new addition viewings. 4:30 p.m. FREE. Grand Ledge Area District Library, 131 E. Jefferson St., Grand Ledge. (517) 627-7014, grandledge.lib. mi.us.

LCC West Toastmasters. Public speaking group. 5-6:30 p.m. LCC West Campus, 5708 Cornerstone Drive, Lansing. (517) 483-1314, lccwest. toastmastersclubs.org.

Mid-day Movies. "Elf" (PG). 2-3:30 p.m. FREE. CADL Downtown Lansing, 401 S. Capitol Ave., Lansing. (517) 367-6363, cadl.org.

Rat Pack Tuesday. $5 classic cocktails and Frank Sinatra party. 4-11 p.m. FREE. American Fifth Spirits, 112 N. Larch St., Lansing. (517) 999-2631, ow.ly/5d31305pMUM.

The Nature of Chocolate. Look at history, ecology and making of chocolate, plus a tasting. Call to register. 6-7 p.m. FREE. CADL Leslie, 201 Pennsylvania St., Leslie. (517) 589-9400.

Theater

A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder. Broadway musical comedy about an heir to a family fortune. 7:30 p.m. Tickets from $41. Wharton Center, 750 E. Shaw Lane, East Lansing. (517) 432- 2000, whartoncenter.com.