Etcetera: Nov. 9, 2017

'Peter & Wendy'

set at Empire

Tekoa Empire Theatre and Missoula Children’s Theatre will present “Peter & Wendy” Friday, Nov. 10, at 7 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 11, at 2 p.m.

Join Peter, Wendy, Captain Hook and many more this Saturday for a fanciful flight to Neverland and back when the Missoula Children's Theatre and more than 50 local students present an original musical adaptation.

This original musical production is part of the Missoula Children's Theatre's unique international touring project and is presented locally by the theatre in conjunction with Tekoa School District. Tickets are $5 students, $12 adults, and $10 senior citizens/military.

Fahrenheit 451

set for WSU stage

Ray Bradbury’s classic science fiction tale “Fahrenheit 451” will be presented by Literature to Life, 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 14, in WSU’s Jones Theatre.

Adapted verbatim from the classic 1953 novel and directed by Wynn Handman, “Fahrenheit 451” depicts a future society where books have been outlawed and ubiquitous screens preoccupy the population with mindless entertainment.

Fireman Guy Montag’s job is to burn books wherever they are found. When he meets his new neighbor, a teenage girl with free-thinking ideals, he begins to question his purpose and perceived happiness.

Montag will be portrayed by Rich Orlow, an actor perhaps most recognizable for his voice work on hundreds of commercials, documentaries, video games, audiobooks and more.

Reserved seating costs $16 adults, $12 for those 60 and over, and $8 non-WSU students and youth. WSU student admission is free.

“Fahrenheit 451” is presented by WSU Performing Arts with support from the Residence Inn and the Courtyard by Marriott – Pullman.

Plans for 'Messiah'

Paradise Creek Musical Arts Society, a new collaboration among the churches of Moscow, Pullman and surrounding areas to form a non-denominational choir and orchestra, will have an organizational meeting Nov. 16, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church on 3rd street in Moscow, across from Moscow High School.

A short nomination and election of officers and board will be held Thursday, Nov. 30, following any new registrations.

They are planning a performance of "The Messiah."

They are also looking for volunteers to help in organizational matters, equipment handlers, ushers, guards and other tasks.

paradisecreekmusical@gmail.com

Dahmen Soup

Extravaganza

In August, Artisans at the Dahmen Barn held a Mudslinging Extravaganza fundraiser for the new kiln shed. There were several demonstrations, including one in which seven potters competed in a wheel throwing competition to see who could make the most soup bowls in an allotted amount of time.

The barn now has several beautiful bowls, so they are finishing up the fundraiser with a soup extravaganza on Friday, Nov. 10, from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Cost: $25, veterans $20.

All funds raised will go toward maintenance fees for the kilns and for supplies for the children’s pottery program.

The entry fee includes a choice of soup served in a 2017 Mudslinging commemorative bowl that the customer will get to keep.

Homemade bread and desserts will also be served. Weather permitting, there will also be a s'mores bar outside.

A blind throwing competition will also be held where guests can watch potters compete to throw a large bowl blindfolded with a guide telling them what to do.

CLUBS & YOUTH GROUPS

Malden OES

Malden Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star will meet Monday, Nov. 13, at the Malden Masonic Hall for at 6 p.m. potluck dinner. CASA volunteers will speak, and Sandra Cavallo will present a monetary gift to CASA from the Malden Chapter.

Palouse Women Artists

Palouse Women Artists will exhibit a variety of two and three dimensional work at the 1912 Center in Moscow from Nov. 15 through Dec. 31, 2017.

Included in the show will be a special tribute to the late Susan Seaman. After she was diagnosed with cancer, she was determined to live her life to the fullest. She traveled, created art, made jewelry and spent time with her family.

Additionally, Bookpeople of Moscow will have a table at the opening with books for sale by women who have persisted, and the Chelsea Clinton book, "She Persisted: 13 American Women Who Changed The World.”

WSU Retirees

The study of grapes and wines will be discussed at the upcoming WSU Retirees Association’s monthly meeting Nov. 14, at 1:30 p.m. at the WSU Lewis Alumni Centre.

Dr. James Harbertson, associate professor of Viticulture and Enology at WSU Tri-Cities, will lead the discussion.

Wine sampling will be available while attendees learn more about WSU’s Wine Science Center and a research project with graduate students on the Cabernet Sauvignon clones.

Harbertson is a faculty member in the School of Food Science and Viticulture and Enology Program. He received his bachelor’s degree in biochemistry and doctorate in agricultural chemistry from the University of California at Davis.

Monthly meetings sponsored by the WSU Retirees Association are open to the public and local residents are encouraged to attend.

Births

Whitman County Gazette, Nov. 9, 2017

At Pullman Regional Hospital

Dincer, Kerem, born Oct. 24 at seven pounds, nine ounces, to Kubra and Timur Dincer, Pullman. Baby joins brother Omer, 5.

Flemmer, Raylan Edward, born Oct. 26 at eight pounds, eight ounces, to Jason and Taylor Flemmer, Lewiston. Paternal grandparents are Paul and Rhonda Flemmer, Thompson Falls, Mont. Maternal grandparents are Jim and Kelly Johnson, Lewiston. Baby joins sister Brooke, 7.

Goodman, Nathan Hang, born Oct. 26 at eight pounds, four ounces, to Tran and Alan Goodman, Pullman. Paternal grandparents are Carol and Daniel Goodman, New Hartford, NY. Maternal grandparents are Huong and Quang Hang, San Jose, Calif. Baby joins brother Jacob, 2.

Palmer, Chase Bradley, born Oct. 26 at seven pounds, 10 ounces, to Darren and Kori Palmer, Moscow. Paternal grandparents are Brad and Kay Palmer, Potlatch. Maternal grandparents are Chad Palmer and Lisa Adair, Garfield. Baby joins sisters Ondrea, 27, Kaycie, 23, and brothers Tyson and Jordan, both 26.

At Whitman Hospital

and Medical Center

McNeilly, Macie Mae, born Oct. 27 at five pounds, one ounce, to Makayla and Dillon McNeilly, Colfax. Paternal grandparents are Diane Gilchrist, Colfax, and Mike and Lori McNeilly, Colfax. Maternal grandparents are Desiree and Eric Heavens, Australia.

Lekanoff, Kristini Aleeah, born Nov. 3 at eight pounds, three ounces, to Peter Lekanoff and Kristi Boyce, Rosalia. Paternal grandparents are Peter and Margaret Lekanoff, Alaska. Maternal grandparents are Robert and Shelly Boyce, Rosalia, and Cheryl Peters, Cheney. Baby joins siblings William, 20; Caira, 17; Josalyn, 12; Parker, 6, and River, 3.