News Release
WINONA LAKE — Community Arts Programs has announced plans to host the annual Java, Jive & Pie event to raise much-needed money for Community Arts Programs.
This event will be held at Rodeheaver Auditorium, 901 Park Avenue, Winona Lake, on Saturday, Feb. 22, from 7 to 9 pm.
This year, the program will feature songs from around the Midwest, with performances from Vocal Vibes, a select group of singers from within the Community Arts Program Vocal Vision group. 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 the swing era, and the easy-listening jazz from Wally Brath and Friends quartet!” 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, those attending 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 is our fourth year conducting the Java, Jive & Pie fundraiser. We are growing it into a premier event,” Lori Widman, Community Arts Program President said.
“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.”
Tickets are available at this website and are $30 for an individual and $220 for a table of eight. All proceeds benefit the Community Arts Program’s mission to provide creative, collaborative experiences that allow people in Kosciusko County to discover, develop, and share their musical and artistic gifts.
For more information email Lori Widman.