‘Bye Bye Birdie’ to be presented this month
NRHEG High School’s 2013 spring production of “Bye Bye Birdie” will be presented at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, April 19 and at 3:30 and 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 20 in the high school gymnasium in New Richland. Directors for the play are Mrs. Fredrickson and Mrs. Inouye, with musical direction by Mr. Siewert.
Registrations accepted for Panther Preschool
Registrations are now being taken for the Panther Preschool in Ellendale and New Richland. Panther Preschool is available for area residents who have children ages 3 through 5 (2013-2014 school year). Registration forms can be picked up at both sites in the main offices. There are several sessions from which to choose. The registrations forms along with the $25 registration fee are due by April 15. If you register after April 15, the registration fee is $35. Contact Marilyn Dobberstein at the New Richland High School at 417-2667, if you have further questions or wish to have a registration form sent to you.
Thirsty for Theater performances set
Jeremiah and Vanessa Gamble, a.k.a. Theater for the Thirsty, will be performing their newest musical, “My Name is Daniel,” at the New Richland Community Center, at 203 N Broadway, New Richland MN 56072. A lion’s den, a fiery furnace… No, it’s not “Survivor: The Musical!” It’s a new take on the story of Daniel complete with a “Sound of Music” parody. Tickets for Friday, April 12 and Saturday April 13 are $12 per adult with kids 6 through 12 half price. The dinner will start at 6:30 p.m. with show to follow. Free childcare and dinner for ages 8 and under will be provided for those who wish to drop off their children at Vista Covenant Church. Tickets for the Sunday, April 14 matinee are $8 for everyone, desserts start at 2 p.m. with show to follow. For tickets and more information about this event, call (507) 461-0275 or, (507) 835-1195 or visit theaterforthethristy.com.
Community Education trip May 9
NRHEG Community Ed has a trip planned to Minnetonka and Plymouth on Thursday, May 9. We will be touring the Great Harvest Bread Store and attending Ring of Fire, a tribute to Johnny Cash, at the Plymouth Playhouse. Call Marilyn Dobberstein for more information, (507) 417-2667.
Community Summer VBS set for June 3-7
The Community Summer Vacation Bible School will be held evenings June 3-7 at the Vibrant Life Assemble of God Church in Ellendale. This year, they will be hosting Rod Snow, who presents Gospel messages through chalk talk drawings and ventriloquism. His presentation is titled “Chalk for Christ” and is a service that appeals to all ages through art, music, message, and ventriloquism. Look for registration materials and more information soon.