Two highly anticipated combined programs involving students from the Salem High School will take place at the Courthouse Community Center on Friday, June 7 and Saturday, June 8 starting at 7 pm.  The second Film Festival and Fashion Show are a collaborative effort to raise money for Lunch, Learn & Play.

     The evening begins with the premiere of original short films presented by the high school Film Club. Officers of the Film Club are Nick Hersey, Ben Phillips, Kyle Broughton and Wilson Padgett; other dedicated members include Hannah DeGarmo, Wyatt Greth, Justin Capuano, Rebecca Butler, Luke Fronhofer, Caroline McKeighan, Ollie Thomas-Roberts, Robbie Skelly and Rachel Lajara. Salem High School faculty advisor to the club, Chris Fronhofer, reports that the students are eager to share their efforts in film-making, and guests will be amazed at their results.

 2013 Chamber Music Concert Series
Sundays at 3 pm April 21, May 19 and June 9 
Tickets are 20 each or $45 for all 3   

     The second half of the evening is a fashion show extravaganza that will delight all audience members.  Susi Thomas again directs the  show with an entertaining twist, jointly produced by the Susi Shoe Dancers and high school students. Austin Evans is stylist/producer, Will Linendoll is technical director, and Steven Ott makes a choreographic debut with a number in the show. Watch also for a rousing performance by the Susi Shoe Dancers as they make a cameo appearance.  The fashion show features many dancers and models including Steven Ott, Austin Evans, Kyle Broughton, Nick Hersey, Ben Phillips, Ollie Roberts, Shayla Pratt, Lillian Borntraeger, Jillian Borntraeger, Hannah DeGarmo, Hannah Falk, Channa Goldman, Julianne DeMarco, Amelia Trybendis and Amanda Davis.  The show features 10 exciting numbers that will have audience members dancing in the aisles.  Many thanks are extended to Katie Kilpatrick and the wonderful staff at the Banana Republic for wardrobe assistance.

     The 2 evenings of fun and entertainment are a fundraiser for Lunch, Learn & Play, the summer children’s program at the Courthouse Community Center. There is no charge for the evening’s entertainment but donations are welcome at the door. Each evening will conclude with a Dessert Auction, conducted by Al Budde, auctioneer. Be sure to mark your calendars and join us for this great experience!

~Donna Farringer-Director May 17, 2013