TERRE HAUTE — FEATURE EVENT
Today
Community Band performance to honor veterans
The Jackson Township Community Band, under the direction of Matthew S. Huber, will perform today to observe and celebrate Veterans Day.
The first concert takes place inside the Clay County Courthouse at 10 a.m. and precedes the annual ceremony staged by local veterans organizations.
On Nov. 11, 1918, the 3 year old JTCB assembled at the very same courthouse to play a concert recognizing the end of The Great War with the Germans signing an armistice ending hostilities. The Great War was renamed World War I after the start of World War II.
Among music played that day was George M. Cohan’s war song, “Over There!” The JTCB plays that very same arrangement each Nov. 11.
In 1954, Armistice Day was changed to Veterans Day honoring American military veterans of all wars.
Military band music by notables such as Lt. Cmdr. John Philip Sousa, Fred Jewell, Henry Fillmore and Karl L. King will echo throughout the grandiose Clay County Courthouse as the now 96 year old JTCB sounds off for its longest enduring musical engagement.
Van Buren School will host the JTCB for a concert presented to the students and staff and invited veterans that afternoon at 1 p.m.
This is Huber’s 44th continuous Veterans Day concert at the courthouse. Back in 1968, there were still many Clay County World War I veterans proudly recalling their days in the trenches “Over There” as former director, the late Carl Kumpf, led the band through several of the same marches the band has programmed for this year’s event.
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Tuesday
Fuqua plans Charity Auction
Fuqua Elementary School’s 4th Annual Charity Auction is Tuesday at Fuqua Elementary School, 1111 Wheeler St.
A silent auction is planned from 6 to 6:45 p.m., and a live auction is set for 7 p.m.
Auction items include Rex baseball tickets, Colts tickets, a flat-screen television, an outdoor heater, an Android tablet and themed baskets. Proceeds go to the Success by Six Program, sponsored by The United Way.
Pizza, nachos, desserts and drinks will be available for purchase.
Saturday
Pierson chicken noodle dinner set
It’s time again for the Pierson Township Volunteer Fire Department’s annual chicken noodle dinner. Serving will be from from 4 to 7:30 p.m. Saturday at the Community Center in Blackhawk. The menu includes chicken and homemade noodles, mashed potatoes, green beans, slaw or applesauce, roll and drink. Desserts are extra.
Cost is $7 adults, $4 for ages 4 to 12, and free for ages 3 and younger.
Thursday
Hear Guitars in the Night concert
The Vincennes University Music Department will present a Guitars in the Night concert at 7:30 p.m. Thursday at the Red Skelton Performing Arts Center. Admission is free.
The performance will highlight music from the Old West and a tribute to the Eagles. Performing ensembles that will be featured include the Classical Guitar Ensemble, Advanced Guitar Ensemble, Blues Ensemble and String Ensemble, as well as VU faculty and guest performers.
Sunday
Arts and Crafts Bazaar in Clinton
Tri Kappa’s 31st annual Arts and Crafts Christmas Bazaar will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday in South Vermillion High School in Clinton. The cost will be $2 for adults and $1 for children ages 11 and younger.
The event will feature a fudge shop, door prizes, pictures with Santa, Christmas items, cookbooks and nuts. There will be more than 100 booths and lunch available. Advanced tickets may be purchased from any Tri Kappa member.
Ticket donations are used for a scholarship fund. For more information call Cynthia Cammack at (765) 832-7647; Jessi Purcell at (765) 832-3804 or Gina Gambaiani-Crowder at (812) 233-3827.
Tuesday
Bingo to benefit Meals on Wheels
Meals on Wheels is planning a Longaberger Basket Bingo on Tuesday at VFW Post 972, 12th and Mulberry streets. Doors open at 5 p.m. Games being at 6:15 p.m.
Meals on Wheels provides meals to the elderly and handicapped homebound. All proceeds stay in the community. They are a nonprofit, United Way agency that has been active in Terre Haute for more than 37 years.
With the help of 80 volunteer drivers, more than 90 nutritious meals are distributed each weekday to Terre Haute residents.
Cost for 20 games is $20; advance tickets are $18. For advanced tickets call: (812) 232-3878 or (812) 533-1234.
Dec 3
Christmas Bazaar at North Vermillion
A Christmas Bazaar is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Dec. 3 at North Vermillion High School, 5551 North Falcon Drive, in Cayuga. The bazaar will offer lots of vendors, food and door prizes.
For more information or to be a vendor, contact Missy Lewis at (765) 505-0022 or email mlewis6373@live.com.
Nov 19
Antique bottle, pottery show set
The Wabash Valley Antique Bottle and Pottery Club presents the 14th annual Illiana Antique Bottle and Pottery Show and Sale. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 19 at the Shadow Auction Barn, 1517 Maple Ave. Admission is free. A special Historical Bottle and Pottery Auction event also will take place at 7 p.m. Nov. 18. For more information call Ed Newman at (812) 235-2712.
Nov 21
Sewing Connection planning auction
The Wabash Valley Sewing Connection is planning its annual fun auction Nov. 21 at the Girl Scout Building in Fairbanks Park. Doors open at 8:30 a.m. and the auction starts at 9 a.m.
Many handmade items will be for sale; baked goods and some plants will also be available to bid on. Everything is handmade, home-baked, or grown in local gardens. Admission is free.
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