WARSAW — The Warsaw Band Boosters will host a Dan’s Fish and Chicken Fry Fundraiser and Silent Auction on Friday, Feb. 13, from 4:30-7 p.m. in the Warsaw Community High School cafeteria.

The event will take place prior to the boys' varsity basketball game versus Plymouth High School. Guests may dine in or take meals to go.

Meal Prices:
● Adults: $14.00 presale $15 at the door
● Children (ages 6–12): $9 presale or $10 at the door
● Children 5 and under: Free

Silent Auction Highlights:
● Two tickets to the Indianapolis Zoo
● Two one-day tickets to Holiday World
● Signed Indiana Pacers hat and memorabilia
● Stonehenge Golf round for four players

Attendees should enter through Door 47 of the Warsaw Performing Arts Center.

Payment Options: Cash, check or debit/credit cards will be accepted at the door. A $1.00 fee applies to card payments.

All proceeds from the evening will directly benefit the Warsaw Band Program, supporting student musicians and band initiatives throughout the year.

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WINONA LAKE — Community Arts Program will host its annual Java, Jive & Pie event to raise much-needed funds for the organization.

The event will be held at Rodeheaver Auditorium (901 Park Avenue, Winona Lake) on Saturday,  from 7 to 9 pm.

Story link: CAP has been on a roll and expanding

This year, the program will feature songs from around the Midwest.

Vocal Vibes, a select group of singers from the Community Arts Program Vocal Vision group, will perform. A live instrumental jazz quartet will support the vocalists and perform throughout the evening.

The Vocal Vibes director, Dr. Ardis Faber eagerly anticipates this annual event and encourages the community to attend. “You won’t want to miss this evening filled with dance music, familiar ballads, up-tempo vocals from Cole Porter, W. C. Handy, Irving Berlin, Hoagy Carmichael, and other jazz writers from the Midwest.

And of course, the easy-listening jazz from Wally Brath and Friends!” Dr. Faber continues, “What better way to relax
than to enjoy an evening out with friends while listening to some great jazz!”

In addition to live musical performances, attendees are encouraged to dress in the style of the 40s and 50s.

During the evening, patrons will enjoy charcuterie, coffee, pie, and a dance floor. A silent auction will feature items donated by community individuals and businesses. The evening will close with the annual pie auction, featuring famous and fresh-baked Dan Bauer pies!

This year, local businesses have generously donated items for our silent auction, including regional sports memorabilia, jewelry from Bower’s Jewelry, a YMCA membership, salon and spa packages, home decor, and culinary items.

The live auction includes cabin packages in Tennessee and Michigan, items from Bower’s Jewelry, and JB Furniture. A helicopter and a hot-air balloon ride are also up for bid. This promises to be a night for making dreams come true.

“This is our fourth year conducting the Java, Jive & Pie fundraiser. We are growing it into a premier event.” Lori Widman, Community Arts Program President states. “We have outgrown all previous venues and hope to fill Rodeheaver Auditorium this year. This will be an evening to enjoy good company, listening and dancing to live jazz music within the Warsaw city limits, all while supporting our artistic programs; you won’t want to miss this
opportunity.”

About:  The Community Arts Program of Kosciusko County's mission is to provide a variety of creative, collaborative experiences that allow people of all ages in Kosciusko County the opportunity to discover, develop and share their musical and other artistic gifts.

Visit our website at www.capwarsaw.com to learn more about the organization.

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WARSAW — Habitat for Humanity’s resale store in Warsaw is providing a huge boost for the local organization.

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ALBION – Black Pine Animal Sanctuary's premier event — Lions, Tigers & Beer — returns on Saturday, Sept. 23.

Guests will enjoy a night of craft beer sampling, food, a silent auction, and entertainment by local favorite Adam Strack from 6 to 9 p.m. at the sanctuary, 1426 W 300N, Albion.

Participating vendors include Albion Ale House/Guesswork Brewing Company, Chi Chi's, EBrewing, Harry Stuff Brewing, Dot and Line, Kosciusko Kettleheads, and Metazoa Brewing Company.

There is a new addition to the silent auction that will make you want to pack your suitcase. There will be travel along with the many fabulous, donated items from Black Pine supporters. AmFund has donated ten trips to bid on in person and online. Trips include an Alaskan Cruise, Costa Rica, Tuscany, the Greek Islands, Key West, the Scottish Highlands, Spain, France, Iceland, and Croatia.

Tickets are still available but selling fast, as this annual event is usually a sellout. VIPs are $75 with early admission, and staff guided tour and early bird for $50 if tickets are $60 the night of, if available.

To buy your tickets and for more information, click here.

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