When many parents, students, volunteers, teachers, board members, donors, and friends of The Soo Theatre Project enter the STP doors on a daily basis, there is much reason for gratitude. Opening its doors in 2005, it is thrilling to be living out the dream of being the regional arts center of Sault Sainte Marie and the surrounding communities.
When STP has an event, such as the recent Speakeasy in September, where many local restaurants donate food for the event, there is much reason for gratitude.
When The Soo Theatre Project performs on stage and hundreds of people attend and enjoy the performance, there is much reason for gratitude.
When STP board member Abby Baker launches the first “Raise The Roof” Concert Series and it is well received by interested music lovers, there is much reason for gratitude.
When parents enroll their children in the many summer camps and attend those summer camp performances, there is much reason for gratitude.
When over a hundred young performers, third grade and higher, enjoy being in a spring show like last April’s “Beauty and the Beast” and learn the nuances of performance, there is much reason for gratitude.
When over thirty young adults, adults and seniors join together to play in their instruments in The New Horizons Group, a stringed instrument ensemble, there is much reason for gratitude.
When MCACA, Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs, awards The Soo Theatre Project $15,000 for operations and $50,000 in a matching grant for the building, there is much reason for gratitude.
When the EUP community at large responds to STP’s annual fundraiser “Belong To Something Big” with donations from large to small to support the operation of running a multifaceted facility that sponsors music education, performance and entertainment options to people all ages, there is much reason for gratitude.
Sustained donations are essential to the continued success of The Soo Theatre Project. All donations of any amount all add to the greater good of arts education for our town. This week it’s our turn to thank our STAR and GUARDIAN Sponsors!
Thank you STAR Sponsors: Don Wilson Insurance Agency, D. Beacom and Sons Insurance, Kristin L. Fairbanks, D.D.S., Pickford Dental, Orthodontist Craig Flickinger and Tom Robinson, Sault Vision Clinic, and Soo Brewing Company.
Thank you GUARDIAN Sponsors: Edward Jones – Brent Osterhout, Bunker Manufacturing, C.S.Mulder Funeral Home, Clark Bailey Newhouse Funeral Home, Law Offices of Wm. Dyke Justin, P.C., Eco Hair Salon, Edgerly’s Sewing Machines and Vacuums, Leitz Sports Center, Lock City Home Center, Mark L. Dobias, P.C., Northern Life Studio for Healing Arts, Plaza Motor Motel, Rodenroth Motors, Smith and Co. Realtor, and Watson’s Shoe Store.
For all of our sponsors, there is much reason for gratitude.
Why does STP need donations? Tuition and ticket sales cover a mere fraction of operating costs at The Soo Theatre. The majority of operating costs are covered by the generous donations from our beloved community. Every donation counts, from our $25 and $50 supporters to our partners who give $1,000 on up, to keep our mission alive. There is much reason for gratitude.
Upcoming events with STP: This weekend’s movies are: “Mary Poppins” and “Thelma and Louise.” More information is available at facebook.com/SooFilmFestival.
The Holiday Home Tour is Sunday, December 11. Tickets for this annual event will soon be available. Want a sneak peek at the home lineup for this holiday tradition? Lizabeth and Jeff Dale’s home at 324 East Spruce Street downtown Sault Sainte Marie is on the tour.
At the Soo Theatre Project, there is always something for everyone all year long. Call at 906-632-1930. Or, visit at 534 Ashmun Street downtown Sault Sainte Marie, MI. Or, like us on Facebook at Soo Theatre Project, Inc.
