Thursday, December 17, 2009
Monday, December 14, 2009
Norwell Show Choirs' "Christmas Magic" (Post 1 of 7)
The Norwell high and middle school choirs treated supporters to a touch of “Christmas Magic” Sunday afternoon.
The two hour show featured a mix of traditional Christmas carols and other popular songs, with special appearances by Santa Claus, Rudolph and Frosty the Snowman.
Two performances of the show were held, at 2:30 and 7:30 p.m., with dinner and a chance to shop for Christmas presents in between on offer.
Erica Tucker opened the show with a rendition of “Silent Night”, accompanied on the piano by Travis Store.
Solo performances were given by Bekah Coolman, Paige Meyer, Brandi Albright, Hannah Pfaff, Katie Runyon, Cassie Welches, Alexis Hathawy, Chelsea Sorg and Alivia Topp.
Alyssa Noble, Abby Pfaff and Leslie Sagstetter joined forces for “One Small Child”, while Brittany Blazier and Cam Konuch teamed up to perform “The World Is Alive,” and Lauren Fiechter and Blake Lampton teamed for “O Holy Night” and Bailey Nodine and Addie Johnson combined for “The Prayer.”
Solo performances that were part of group routines were given by Missy Nolan, Emily Lampton, and Teyler Siples.
Proceeds from the dinner, auction, and show will be used to help fund the upcoming show choir season, as well as purchase needed items for the choirs.
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
"Christmas Magic" at Norwell Sunday
There will be a touch of “Christmas Magic” on display at Norwell High School this weekend.
Sunday, Dec. 13, will see the Norwell Show Choirs, both high and middle schools, present their Holiday Christmas Show, “Christmas Magic.”
Two shows will be performed, starting at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. A Christmas dinner will also be served between shows at 5 p.m. The shows will include appearances by Santa Claus, Frosty, and Rudolph, and traditional Christmas carols will also be performed.
There will also be a “Silent Night Auction” for last minute Christmas shoppers. These gift baskets, offered through a silent auction, will be filled with goodies donated by the community and show choir parents. A Candy Cane Alley, with individual holiday treats, will be sold, along with Hot Chocolate and Specialty coffees served by the Brew Ha.
Families will be able to enjoy a dessert and coffee between shows or after the dinner.
Tickets for the show only, cost $8 and may be purchased at the door.
Tickets for the dinner and show cost $15, and may be purchased ahead by calling Fritzi Nodine, 260-414-9414.
Proceeds from the dinner, auction, and show will be used to help fund the upcoming show choir season, as well as purchase needed items for the choirs.
Monday, December 7, 2009
Breakfast With Santa (Post 1 of 2)
The Norwell Show Choirs and Ossian Elementary School hosted "Breakfast With Santa" Saturday morning, drawing a huge crowd of young (and not so young as our photos will show) who wanted to visit Santa Claus.
Children were also able to purchase gifts for family members at $2 per gift, with show choir members and supporters helping with gift wrapping.
Monday, November 30, 2009
Katie Gregg is Brew Ha! "Artist of the Month" for December
Katie Gregg's photography will be on display at the Brew Ha! during the month of December - her second display at this location. For those who want to meet Katie and discuss her work, she will be holding an open house from 7 to 9 p.m. this Friday.
I wasn't able to attend Saturday evening's Open Mic Night, and it seems I missed a big show. Natalie Milholland reports that 11 groups/individuals performed, and the entertainment it lasted from 5:30 to after 8 p.m.
My Lost Tribe will be performing at the Brew Ha! from 7 to 9 p.m. on Dec. 11.
And the next open mic night has been scheduled for 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 2, 2010, with several of Saturday evening's performers expected to return.
Friday, November 27, 2009
Santa Coming to Ossian Elementary Saturday (Dec. 5)
Norwell High School Show Choirs and Ossian Elementary High School will join forces Saturday morning (Dec. 5, 2009) to bring “Breakfast with Santa” to the elementary school cafeteria.
The breakfast, which will be held from 9 to 11 a.m., will provide the opportunity to visit with Santa and for children to take their pictures with him.
The menu will include biscuits and gravy, hash browns, smoky links, cereal, donuts, dutch crunch dessert, coffee, milk and juice.
There is a $5 per person charge, however infants under the age of six months and accompanied by paying family members will be free. Pictures taken with Santa are included in the cost.
Children can also visit the Little Elves’ Store where they can shop for gifts for family members. Santa’s helpers will be available to assist children with their gift choices and wrapping. All gifts are $2.
Money raised from the event will help towards the costs of the show choir program.
Monday, November 23, 2009
Big Open Mic Night Planned for the Brew Ha!
Saturday evening (Nov. 28,) from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. will see the next Open Mic Night at the Brew Ha! in Ossian.
This is a great chance for local entertainers, both veteran and beginner, to strut their stuff in front of an audience - and a great chance for those of us who don't have the talent to come and enjoy the skills of those who do!
Several performers have already made these evenings a regular part of their schedule.
One of these is Kyle Hinshaw, a native of Murray who has just moved back into the area. He plays his own soul searching creations and is accompanied on some of the pieces by his sister. Bill Hambrick, another returning Wells County resident plays and sings in his smooth style and soothing voice. He performed in coffee shops in his college days and has continued sharing his talent since.
Dobie Pierce, perhaps better known for her duties at the Ossian State Bank, has a great singing voice, and together with her husband Rob, will be returning on the 28th along with Tom Cushman. Tom, and the calming atmosphere his music provides, have been to the Brew Ha! many times.
Also expected to make appearances on the 28th is Alex Mendez, who has become a regular feature at The Brew Ha!over the course of this year. There will also be several new faces, with Will Gerber and Brandon, Jayson and Hayda Dallich, (former Wells County residents who currently live in Fort Wayne) and Derrick Penrod and Olivia Anderson all also signed up.
This month's Open Mic Night promises to be quite a show. Get there early and get a good seat, and sooth away all that shopping fatigue with music and relaxed comaraderie.
And of course, check out the work of this month's featured artist, Megan Bowman.
Megan is a Wells County native studying Graphic Design at Huntington College has a wonderful collection of mixed media work on display. Besides her painting and drawing she enjoys photography and has some pieces from each of her chosen fields.
NEW at the BREW HA!
The Brew Ha! has just started carrying chocolates hand made by Becky Klitz. Becky, originally from Hershey, Pennsylvania makes wonderful creations - not only good tasting but fun to look at. Check out her church decorated for Christmas and a choclate sleigh. The Brew Ha! has a few chocolate samples out to whet your appetitie.
The Brew ha! also now carries Swissland Cheese of Berne, serving it on our sandwiches, and with a small selection for retail sale. Come in and try a sample. Anyone who attended the Ossian Revitalization Wine Tasting fundraiser last year had the opportunity to try these fine cheeses. The Brew Ha! can place special orders on Fridays to be delivered the following Wednesday. So if you need Lemon Zest, Chipotle or Tomato Basil Pinenut cheese (or a huge variety of other flavors) for a special occasion or just to keep on hand for your family (nobody more special than that) you now have a source right in Ossian.
OSSIAN EVENTS
One more upcoming event you will not want to miss is the Ossian Down Town Tree Lighting and Santa Box Ceremony. This will take place on Sunday night, November 29 at 6:00 PM next to the library. The library will be open so people can stay warm before and after. The Brew Ha will be providing free Hot Spiced Cider and Hot Chocolate and Subway is donating cookies for the event. Event organizers hope to have someone singing and leading songs, and note that anyone sending Santa letters through the Santa Box will receive a reply as long as they include a return address on the letter. Come sing along on the 29th.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Norwell Show Choir Hosts Bingo Fundraiser Saturday
Bingo!
The Norwell Show Choir will be having its 6th Annual Bingo Fundraiser this Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009 at the Norwell High School Cafeteria.
A variety of bags and purses from Vera Bradley will be available as prizes, and the winner of each game will be able to choose the purse or bag of their choice. There will be designer purses, designer look-alikes, and Vera Bradley bags.
There will also be Silpada jewelry and items available as raffle prizes.
The doors will open at 8 a.m., with bingo starting at 9 a.m. Refreshments will also be available.
Tickets are $20 for the 20 games, and can be purchased from any Norwell Show Choir student or at the door. Proceeds will benefit the Norwell Choral Department.
Note that you must be 18 to participate in the games.
Friday, November 6, 2009
Norwell Show Choir Fall Preview (6 of 6)
The final set, choreographed by Taylor Morris (pictured with Carla Doles in front of the choirs as the end of the show in the top picture), saw the 6th, 7th and 8th Grade Choirs join forces with the high school choirs for a series of songs from The Lion King.
Norwell Show Choir Fall Preview (5 of 6)
(From the bottom) Blake Lampton, Katie Spear, Bailey Nodine and Brittany Blazier perform their solo spots at Sunday's Fall Preview - Lion King and Friends.
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Norwell Show Choir Fall Preview (4 of 6)
Missy Nolan and the Knight Stars sing about their strongest suit.
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