Upcoming Shows at the Kent State Performing Arts Center
The Kent State Performing Arts Center is rounding out the 2012-2013 season with an exciting lineup of great shows! Check out what's in store at the PAC for the remainder of the season.
Scheduled performances include:
Friday, June 14th: Jewel Greatest Hits Tour
Saturday, July 20th: The Temptations
Tune in to 1450 WJER on Wednesday afternoons for ticket giveaways and updates from Mike Morelli, General Manager of the Performing Arts Center, to find out what's happening at the PAC throughout the season.
Review: Disney's Beauty and the Beast at the Performing Arts Center at Kent State Tuscarawas
It's a tale as old as time. For me, "old as time" means 1991 when my grandma took me to New Towne Mall to see the movie. But the story told in Disney's Beauty and the Beast originated in France in 1740, so I assume I don't need to cover plot in this review of the Broadway version performed on the PAC stage Wednesday evening. We all know this much; prince turns into beast, girl meets beast and is scared, beast's heart opens to girl, girl's heart opens to beast, a love connection is made, beast becomes prince.
But there was so much more to the story when you add in singing, dancing, a gorgeous set with beautiful lighting design, talented actors, and an audience packed with delighted children. From 7:30 until 10:15, the house was captivated by this brilliantly adapted version of Disney's '90s blockbuster.
I wouldn't have changed a thing. From costumes to casting, it was perfect. From the actors portraying the humans who had turned into a clock, candlestick, and teapot to the sweet little boy who played Chip, this was a cast jam-packed with talent. Belle's voice was gorgeous, and she truly looked the part.
As luck would have it, if you're wishing you'd purchased tickets, you may be in luck. Disney's Beauty and the Beast will appear again tonight (Thursday, May 16th) at 7:30, and there are just under 100 tickets left.
My only word of caution is for parents of young children who scare easily. Several scenes take place in the woods with vicious wolves, thunder and lightning effects, and a roaring beast. My four-year-old niece covered her eyes during these parts and crawled up into my lap saying, "I don't like the Beast!" But for the rest of the show she laughed, clapped, and really enjoyed it. You know it's good when a kid that age will sit semi-quietly in a theater for three hours.
Tonight was another example of the sheer awesomeness of having a facility like the PAC in the Tuscarawas County community. I would love to see other musicals like this come to town, especially The Lion King! Hint, hint, Mike Morelli!
If you get the chance, catch it before it leaves. It's three hours of magic.
-Amy Smith
5-15-13
Miss Clayland 2013 Prepares for Miss Ohio Competition
Miss Clayland 2013 Mackenzie Bart, who will be competing for the title of Miss Ohio on June 22nd, chatted with Kelly Kyle on Wednesday afternoon in the WJER studios about her platform, what drove her to compete for Miss Clayland, and her preparations for the upcoming Miss Ohio competition. Everyone at WJER would like to wish Mackenzie the best of luck at the Miss Ohio competition!
The Dover Public Library will host a launch party for author and Dover resident Berit Frydenlund McMillan on Saturday, May 18th at 10:00 a.m. McMillan is the author of the new book Becoming Berit, and she recently stopped by WJER to promote the upcoming event at the Dover Public Library.
Berit Frydenlund McMillan was born in England ten months after the end of WWII. Until 1948, she lived in Sarpsborg, Norway, then returned to England where she resided until 1974. She is the oldest of eight children. At Gloucestershire College of Education, she majored in education and literature and then began her teaching career. After emigrating to the United States, she received a BS from Malone College in Ohio and continued in the profession she was so passionate about - working with children. Raised in an age when family secrets were not aired, she tells the story of a difficult childhood in the '50s and '60s and her learned behaviors of the time. Berit and her husband, Larry, have a son and a daughter and five grandchildren. They live in Dover, Ohio. Becoming Berit is McMillan's first book.
Refreshments and a book signing will follow the program at the Dover Public Library, which is free and open to the public.
Pictured: Berit Frydenlund McMillan and WJER's Jennifer Clark
Dover Orthopaedic Center Wins Subway Tray
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Dover Orthopaedic Center is this week's winner of the Subway Hump Day Party Tray Giveaway! WJER's Hannah Hubbard and Michael Roberts delivered the goodies to the staff.
Here's what they got: a Subway party tray with 30 portions of mouthwatering sub sandwiches, Subway cookies, Coca Cola, balloons from the Balloonatique, WJER T-shirts, Radiograms, and more all delivered just in time for a fabulous lunch.
If you'd like your office to win this awesome prize package, visit our Subway Hump Day page under "Contests" for details.
Pictured: Front row - Kathy Petersen, Joy Barcroft, Patty Knisely, WJER's Michael Roberts, Dr. Kuczynski, and Sheila Davis, Back row - Dawn White, Alicia Starr, Shannon Grewell, and Jill Cunningham
Check out what's happening on 1450 WJER this weekend!
Friday, May 17th
*Cleveland Indians vs. Seattle Mariners
Pre-game: 6:37 p.m.
First Pitch: 7:05 p.m.
Saturday, May 18th
*Plant Talk with Fred Hower
8:00 a.m.
*Cleveland Indians vs. Seattle Mariners
Pre-game: 12:37 p.m.
First Pitch: 1:05 p.m.
*Casey Kasem's American Top 40: The '70s featuring May 19th, 1973
Following the Cleveland Indians
Sunday, May 19th
*The Dave Koz Radio Show featuring saxophonist Darren Rahn
10:00 a.m. to noon
*Cleveland Indians vs. Seattle Mariners
Pre-game: 12:37 p.m.
First Pitch: 1:05 p.m.
*Dick Bartley's Classic Countdown featuring May of 1976
Following the Cleveland Indians
Win a $5,300 Deck Package
Deck Ya is back! WJER is going to deck a lucky winner with $5,300 worth of prizes, including a deck package courtesy of Glass Lumber in New Philadelphia with construction by Birney Custom Carpentry. But wait...there's LOTS more! Pick up some paint or stain for your new deck with a $250 gift card from Sherwin Williams. Then take care of the lawn and landscaping with a $500 gift certificate from Stutzman's Lawn & Landscape, a Cub Cadet 1040 Lawn Tractor from Krocker's Lawn & Garden, and a Stihl String Trimmer courtesy of Scott Supply. And while you are waiting for your deck to be built, enjoy a Tribe game with four Cleveland Indians tickets from WJER Radio. When the deck is finished, throw a party with a cookout on a Broil Mate Gas Grill from Buehler's Ace Hardware and $250 worth of food from Sugar Valley Meats. Enjoy the meat with a $249 steak knife set from Warther Cutlery! It's all part of Deck Ya 2013, and it could all be yours! Be sure to sign up at any of our participating sponsor locations, right here at WJER Radio, or by mail at "Deck Ya" c/o WJER Radio, 646 Boulevard, Dover, OH 44622.
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Hot Job of the Week
Tune in to 1450 WJER every Monday during Kelly's show as she talks
with Amy Miller of The Employment Source about the “Hot Job of the Week.” Not
only will Amy give details about a specific job each week, but she'll also
discuss tips, strategies, and helpful hints for job seekers.
This week’s topic: Do
I really need letters of recommendation?
Hot Job of the Week:
Employer seeking: Project
Administrator
Job Order #: T-221-13
Job
Description: Responsible
for review, analysis of T&M, lump sum, or line item contracts related to
company projects; must be thoroughly familiar with contract documents of the
project and have a working knowledge of the construction schedule; act as
support for the estimating and field personnel; typical duties include reviewing
bid postings, obtaining project plans, attending pre-bid meetings, visiting proposed
job sites, reading project spec book and plans, asking questions/clarification
from engineer/architect, assisting in the accurate and timely entry of job
details and specs into heavy bid, procuring project pricing from vendors,
compiling bid package, ensuring insurance and bonding requirements are met,
assembling job book, developing and tracking submittals, creating purchase
orders, creating and logging subcontracts, setting up new projects in job cost,
establishing and maintaining contract files, preparing and procuring bond requests,
importing estimated costs from heavy bid into Timberline, resolving subcontract
issues, administering subcontracts and purchase orders, documenting project correspondence,
assisting in reconciliation of invoicing with Accounting, helping resolve
contract billing issues, receiving requests, obtaining estimates, updating
records, initiating paperwork and follow up on requests for approval of work
not previously covered in contract, and obtaining approval of changes.
Requirements: High school diploma and/or Associate degree; must
know Microsoft Word and Excel; knowledge of Timberline accounting software; especially
familiar with the project management, job cost, and report writer modules; must
be professional, analytical, detail oriented, dependable, and highly motivated;
should be organized, able to set priorities and meet deadlines, and able to
multitask; able to effectively communicate with all levels of employees,
management, customers, and vendors; at least 21 years old; valid driver's license;
company will do drug testing, driving record, and reference check
How to apply: Submit a referral form to the Customer Service Desk at either
Employment Source location - Tuscarawas County office: 1260 Monroe
Street Suite 35 (Monroe Centre), New Philadelphia, OH 44663 or Stark County
office: 822 30th Street, Canton, OH 44709. *Then apply direct with
company* Apply in person at: Tucson, Inc., 3497 University Drive, New Philadelphia,
OH 44663, or fax to: 330-339-8183 Attn: Peg Billow, or email to: pbillow@tucsonohio.com
Rate
of Pay: $30,000-$35,000
For more
information, visit The Employment Source online at www.eswork.com.
Duck Race to Benefit Red Cross - Non-Profits Can Sell Ducks, Earn Cash
The 14th annual Red Cross Duck Race, presented by the Dennison Railroad Festival and the New Philadelphia Kiwanis club, is set for Sunday, June 30th from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Uhrichsville Water Park.
Anyone can sponsor a duck for $5.00, which will be entered for a chance to race down the water slide, with the top three finishers receiving cash prizes.
Anyone who sponsors a duck prior to the event or at the gate will receive one admission into the Uhrichsville Water Park that evening to swim during the event. Immediate families of four or more receive admission with the purchase of a Fantastic Five Pack (five ducks for $20).
Leading up to the event, non-profit groups are encouraged to sell ducks, and they will receive $1.00 for each duck sold to keep for their group, with the remainder benefiting the Red Cross.
Red Cross Chapter Director Chad Conrad says this year’s race is a great example of working together. “We’re grateful to the Dennison Railroad Festival Committee and the New Philadelphia Kiwanis for their work on this project to benefit the chapter,” Conrad said. “In addition, any organization can sell ducks and earn money for their non-profit group as well. It’s a real win-win.”
Any non-profit group interested in selling ducks should contact Collin Fawcett at Edward Jones 330-339-1400 or Amy Smith at WJER at 330-343-7755 or email redcrossduckrace@gmail.com. In addition to individual sales, groups have the opportunity to sell ducks at the Dennison Railroad Festival and to take home $1.00 for each duck sold during their shift. Groups and individuals who sell the most ducks will be eligible to win prizes.
You can purchase ducks by stopping at the Red Cross office, from a member of the Dover Band, or online via PayPal. To buy online, just look to the right of this story above our weather icon. Select the number of ducks you'd like, and click "buy now" to check out securely via PayPal.
Kids League Reports on WJER
Listen to the Kids League Report for the results of all of the Little League and Minor League baseball games in the area.
Coaches - pick up a Kids League form at WJER or download it here and fill it out after each game. Then, place your results in the mailbox on the side porch of WJER, fax it to 330-364-4538, or email it to kidsleague@wjer.com. Please do not phone in results! Be sure to include the team coach's name and phone number.
We will announce the Kids League Report on 1450 WJER Monday through Saturday at 7:10 a.m., 4:45 p.m., and following the Cleveland Indians games. We will also have a weekly random drawing from the results we receive for a free Domino's Pizza party for your team, so send them in today!
The Kids League Report was brought to you by Domino's Pizza, Wood Electric, and Wood's Tall Timber Lake.
Our winners so far this season are:
April 29th - May 5th: N.P. Kennedy Insurance
Grand Slam Contest
The Grand Slam contest has just begun! For each Cleveland Indians game, we will choose one contestant. If the Tribe hits a grand slam during the game, our contestant for that day will be entered into a drawing to win $500 courtesy of First Federal Community Bank. Even if the Indians don't hit a grand slam, our contestant will still receive four certificates for a FREE small Cherry Berry Chiller from any McDonald's in Tuscarawas County. At the end of the season, we will draw one name from all the contestants who had a grand slam during "their" game and award the $500.
Be sure to register at any First Federal Community Bank location, any of the Parkway Auto Dealerships on Commercial Avenue in Dover, or right here at WJER Radio for your chance to win. Tune in to 1450 WJER to catch all the Cleveland Indians action this season!
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