Cherry

?Alladin and His Magic Lamp? with Prairie Fire Children?s Theater

Abracadabra, allakhazam! Take a mystical carpet ride with two professional actors to present Prairie Fire Children?s Theatre?s original musical version of the exotic tale ?Alladin and His Magic Lamp.?
Based on the classic tale from ?The Arabian Nights,? ?Alladin? is a musical journey told with the special twists Prairie Fire is known for. Through his accidental discovery of the powers of the magic lamp, poor Alladin is suddenly transformed into the richest person in the kingdom. Now possessing everything the material world has to offer, Alladin falls victim to the evils of money and power. He demands more and more of the Genie of the Lamp and becomes consumed by greed. The remainder of the story follows Alladin?s attempts to ward off the Evil Magician and more importantly, to regain the respect of his family and friends. Original musical numbers include ?The Genie of the Lamp? by Deborah Pick, and ?A Long Time Ago in a Land Far Away? by Daniel Nordquist. There is also a vast array of authentic Middle Eastern music as well as some contemporary surprises.
Students grade 2 through 12 are welcome to audition. Auditions will be held on Monday, November 1, 2021 from 3:15 to 5:15 p.m. in the old gym at the Cherry School. All who audition are guaranteed a part in the production. All who audition are required to stay for the entire 2 hours. Some portion of the cast will be asked to stay for an additional 2 hour rehearsal following the audition. Rehearsals will be held for 4 ? hours each day on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday starting right after school (2:15 W; 3:15 T and R). Students may bring a snack. All cast members are required each day for practice. Two performances will be given on Friday, November 5, one performance for the elementary students in the afternoon, and one performance for the public in the evening.
Teens interested in helping with lights, sound, make-up, and publicity are encouraged to contact Carol Andrews, 218-744-5392, to offer assistance.
Register for the auditions by October 25.
Monday ? Friday, November 1-5, 2021; see times above; Cherry School, Old Gym; Audition Fee $10.

Body Sculpt
Rachel Koivunen

Strength training using hand weights and your own body weight to define, develop and tone. Each strengthening exercise can be modified to meet your fitness level. All exercises will be done together as a group. Feel great! Have fun! Participants will need to supply their own hand weights and mat. Register by September 13th.

Mondays and Wednesdays, September 20, 22, 27, 29, October 4, 6, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27, November 1; 5:30-6:30 p.m.; Cherry Music Room; Class Fee $56

Potica
Donna Wilcox

Potica is a rich ethnic bread made with sweet dough, ground walnuts, butter, eggs, sugar, and vanilla. I will show you how to pull the dough to make thin layers. Best of all, you will go home with a sweet sample. The instructor will provide the pan. Register by October 25th.

Monday, November 1, 2021; 6:00-8:00 p.m.; Cherry School FACS Rm; Class Fee $12, Supply Fee $5

Adult Basketball
Tim Luukkonen
A chance to use the gym for some casual basketball. This is just some time to play for the fun of the game. Anyone age 18 or older and not a high school student is welcome. Please register by September 22nd, you are not required to be there every Wednesday night.
Wednesdays, September 22, 2021-December 15, 2021; 7:00-8:00 p.m.; Cherry School, New Gym; Class Fee $6

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55+ Driver Discount Program (4 hr. refresher)
William Ulvi
Refresher course for those who have already completed the full course and would like to extend the auto insurance discount. Improve your driving skills. Register by October 28th.
Thursday, November 4, 2021; 5:00-9:00 p.m.; Cherry School; Class Fee $24

Pulla: Finnish Biscuit Baking
Marje Holmstrom-Sabo, Love and Cardamom

Pulla is a traditional Finnish sweet bread, made with cardamom and served with coffee. It makes a wonderful treat for holiday or birthday celebrations. Participants will get to sample freshly baked pulla, learn how to make the dough, learn basic braiding techniques, and go home with a traditional pulla recipe and bread dough to finish baking at home. Bring a 1 gallon Zip-lock bag to bring home the dough. Register by October 28th.

Thursday, November 4, 2021; 6:00-7:30 p.m.; Cherry School FACS Rm; Class Fee $15

?Alladin and His Magic Lamp? with Prairie Fire Children?s Theater

Public performance Friday, November 5, 2021; 7:00-9:00 p.m.; Cherry School; Tickets available at the door, $5 per seat. Everyone Welcome!

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