We had a nice tour of the Opera House last week including some interesting notes on the multiple uses for the building over the years. Especially interesting info on the original costs to build. Unfortunately the current cost to restore is much higher in part due to current safety and building codes that much be met. Denise has sent out the Beach Party info on e-mail so get busy. Project money depends on the income from the fund raiser. And income from the fund raiser depends on the efforts of each of us to accumulate quality items for sale to the public. Start now! Last week was a great reminder that Spring is just around the corner. First the male Redwing Blackbirds appeared on the prairie eagerly staking out their territory and awaiting the arrival of their wives. Then on Monday the geese flew over by the thousands heading north. And the air was filled with the raucous calls of the circling flocks of sand hill cranes heading north. The Great Horned Owls are already sitting on eggs. The winter is cold and snowy but it makes the arrival of Spring so much more wonderful. Get out side and enjoy it. |