November 30, 2011
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Hawthorne Players Present Dickens’ A Christmas Carol
Announcements from Overland Historical Society
Hawthorne Players will again present a charming, music-filled production of Charles Dickens’ classic story A Christmas Carol on December 16, 17 and 18 in the Florissant Civic Center Theatre. A cast of 40 performers will sing, dance and portray the memorable characters who surround that stingiest of curmudgeons, Ebenezer Scrooge. Scrooge, portrayed by veteran actor Paul James, humbugs the holiday until the spirit of his former partner Marley, along with the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future, open his heart and mind to the reality that mankind is his business. Hawthorne’s version of this great story has become a cherished tradition since the venerable theatre troupe first presented the show in 2007. Nancy Crouse adapted the Dickens’ novella and designed and directs the production which features a large cast of talented actors, singers, musicians and dancers. The musical direction is in the sure hands of Mary and Ike Eichenberger, and Julie StrathmanMcCameron adds fun-filled dances. The production features beautiful costumes, lovingly created by Florissant’s masterful costume designer and seamstress Jean Heckmann. The key set element
Our group might enjoy old things but we have moved into the modern ages. We are proud to announce that we now have a Facebook page. It can be found by searching for Overland Historical Society. Please Like our Facebook page in order to learn about upcoming events. Our organization has started collecting pint and half-pint canning jars to be used for next fall’s apple butter fundraiser. Jars may be dropped off at the museum’s porch which is located at 2404 Gass Ave in Overland or you may arrange for jars to be picked up by calling Linda at 314.429.4862.
Green Line Tour
On Sunday, November 27, 2011, Historic Florissant, Inc. and Florissant’s Landmark Historic District Commission co-hosted an Opening Day Celebration to introduce the new Green Line Tour through Florissant’s Old Town. A green line painted along the Old Town streets guides visitors past many of the landmarks and
is a clock face, complete with magically moving hands going both forwards and backwards. A Christmas Carol reunites many Hawthorne stars, including John Roberson and Kathryn Weber as the Cratchits, Kay Love as the Ghost of Christmas Past, Pam Geppert as the Ghost of Christmas Present, Robert Doyle as Marley and the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come. Ike Eichenberger and Dottie Bertolino are the delightful Fezziwigs. This Hawthorne production is a family affair, with parents and children, sisters and brothers all lending their talents both on stage and behind the scenes. Performances are at 8 p.m. on Friday, December 16, 2 and 7 p.m. on Saturday, December 17, and 2 p.m. on Sunday, December 18. Admission is $14 for adults; $12 for seniors and students; and $5 for children 12 and under. Tickets may be reserved by calling the theatre box office at 314.921.5678. Proceeds from this show benefit the Duckie DeMere Scholarship fund which has presented over $45,000 to North County high school seniors active in the performing arts. For more information visit www.hawthorneplayers.com.
historically important buildings. The inspiration for this program came from the original Green Line Tour developed in 1965 by the Florissant Business and Professional Women’s Club. That original tour was much longer, winding through the city and many of the parks. Four tours are available and each ride is expected to take about half an hour. Although reservations are not required, it is advisable to call ahead to assure your seat on the bus of your choice. The bus will leave the Gittemeier House parking lot at 1:15, 2:00, 2:45 and 3:30 p.m. Call Historic Florissant at 314.921.7055 to make a reservation. For more information, call Historic Florissant at 314.921.7055 or email historicflo@aol.com.
Hazelwood Announces Election Filing Dates for Mayoral Candidates Persons interested in filing as candidates for election as Mayor for the City of Hazelwood may obtain nominating petitions from Colleen Wolf, City Clerk, at the Hazelwood City Hall, 415 Elm Grove Lane. This position is to be filled for a full three-year term at the election on Tuesday, April 3, 2012. Candidates must be at least 21 years of age and a registered voter. They must also have lived in the City for at least two years immediately prior to the election. Filing for the election opens at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, December 13, 2011, and closes at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, January 17, 2012. Nominating petitions for Mayor must be signed by no less than 50 and no more than 100 registered voters eligible to vote for the candidate. These petitions must then be filed with the City Clerk by January 17, 2012. For more information, please contact City Clerk Colleen Wolf at 314.513.5020.
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