Thousands of students attended two sold out musicals featuring the popular book character Junie B. Jones. Bus-in theater shows are made possible by the many generous sponsors and donors of our Educational Outreach Program.
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Posted 03/14/13

Hundreds of families attended receptions honoring the 2012 Holiday Street Banner Contest winners and participants. The Honeywell Center hosts this annual exhibit featuring original artwork by students in Wabash and Miami counties. Some artwork is chosen to become festival holiday banners used to decorate downtown Wabash, Peru, and North Manchester light poles. PIctured are winners from the Miami County Reception.
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Posted 11/14/12

Young Wabash County artists were treated to an art reception in celebration of the Elementary Art Exhibit. Students and parents enjoyed a short presentation in the Ford Theater followed by refreshments in the lobby.
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Posted 3/13/2012

One of our favorite annual exhibits is on display now! Come see this colorful collection of artwork created by Wabash County Elementary School students. On display through March 19.
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Posted 3/5/2012

Artist Bruce Langdon visits area schools
Contemporary artist and children's book illustrator Bruce Langton visited area schools as part of the Honeywell Center's Educational Outreach Program. Langton's workshop included a slideshow presentation about his career and a hands-on drawing project for the students to create.
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Posted 2/21/2012 

History comes to life at area schools

Kevin Stonerock engaged students with a presentation as a frontiersman of the Indiana Territory. He shared stories and experiences of frontier life prior to the War of 1812 as part of the Honeywell Center's Educational Outreach Program.
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Posted 1/26/2012 

2011 Winter Bash offers free activities to area kids

The Honeywell Center and Eagles Theatre treated kids (and parents!) to a week of free activities during Winter Break. Movies, art projects, skating, and lunch were offered…all free of charge!
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Posted 1/2/2012 

Student artists honored at reception

Miami and Wabash County students and parents gathered for a reception to celebrate the 2011 Banner Contest. The young artists submitted artwork with several chosen to be made into light pole banners.
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Posted 11/15/2011 

Michael Kelsey visits area schools

Guitarist Michael Kelsey visited area schools as part of the Honeywell Center's Educational Outreach Program. Michael's interactive musical presentation spread the word that music is all around, just waiting to be shared with the world.
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Posted 10/17/2011

Kids visit the Honeywell Center to see Skippyjon Jones

The Honeywell Center's Educational Outreach Program hosted a school bus-in theater performance for kids in grades K-3. The show featured the story of Skippyjon Jones, a Siamese cat that longs to be a chihuahua.
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Posted 10/14/2011

Kid-O-Rama still bringing smiles to young faces

Our free annual family festival drew in hundreds of families looking for a day of fun! Activities included make-and-take crafts, pony rides, kiddie rides, musical entertainment, and other games and giveaways.
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Posted 9/27/2011

Comedy legend Bill Cosby visits Wabash

Comedian, author, TV and movie star Bill Cosby walked on stage and proceeded to bring a recently engaged couple on stage to hilariously relive the proposal! He brought down the house with numerous stories relating to his everyday life.
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Posted 9/13/2011

ZZ Top plays to sold out crowd

ZZ Top fans were treated to a pre-concert plaza party, followed by a rockin' performance by the legendary band.
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Posted 9/13/2011

The 2011 Kunkel Cruise-In

The 2011 Kunkle Cruise-In brought in great cars and great people during the two day event. Beautiful weather greeted the classic vehicles that lined Market Street and filled the plaza and Honeywell Center lobby.
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Posted 8/31/2011

Kids and parents enjoy art workshops

Clark Gallery manager Andrea Zwiebel hosted a series of children's art workshops featuring handmade note cards, tie dye t-shirts, and Jack Sparrow necklaces!
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Posted 7/27/2011

Darius Rucker returns to the Honeywell Center

Country singer Darius Rucker performed for a sold out crowd in July 2011. His performance included hits like "The Craizest Thing," "Come Back Song," and even some Hootie and the Blowfish!
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Posted 7/27/2011

Randy Travis wows the crowd

Legendary country singer Randy Travis was in great form as he entertained a nearly sold out Ford Theater crowd.
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Posted 7/14/2011

2011 Summer Bash helps kids kick
their summer off with free activities

The Honeywell Center helped hundreds of students celebrate summer with the 2011 School's Out Summer Bash. Kids were treated to free skating, free art projects, free movies, free dance workshops, and even free lunch.
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Posted 7/14/2011

Candie Cooper's Art Workshops continue to sell out

Art workshops hosted by Candie Cooper are sellling out fast! Budding artists learned different techniques on wet felting for fabric collages, and fusing metal for making pendants and charms.
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Posted 6/9/2011

Aaron Lewis and friends share  rock and country hits 

Aaron Lewis entertained the crowd with songs from his recently released CD Town Line. Lewis also played a number of Staind hits and showed his sense of humor while performing Cyndi Lauper and Madonna tunes.
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Posted 5/12/2011

Young festival-goers created Easter crafts at Bunny Bash, our annual spring festival. The free event included a coloring contest, make-and-take crafts, storybook corner, egg coloring, and visits with the Easter Bunny.
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Posted 4/29/2011

Spring Breakers enjoy free activities

The Honeywell Hosted a Spring Break Celebration featuring a week of free activities. Students were treated to free movies, free art projects, free dance workshops, and even free lunch. In addition, more than 1800 enjoyed free movies at the Eagles Theatre.
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Posted 4/12/2011

Wabash County Schools Exhibit on display

In celebration of Youth Art Month, the Honeywell Center is hosting an exhibit of talented young art students from Wabash County Schools.  A reception was held to honor elementary artists on March 17.
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Posted 3/17/2011

Golden Rollers Weekly Senior Skating Begins

The Senior Outreach Program began offering free skating for seniors every Tuesday. Complimentary coffee and treats are available for those interested in skating, playing cards, dancing, or just visiting with others.
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Posted 3/17/2011

2010 Concert Highlights

Over 40 amazing mainstage acts brought in tens of thousands to the Honeywell Center in 2010!
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Posted 1/5/2011

2010 Winter Bash offers free activities to area kids

The Honeywell Center and Eagles Theatre treated kids (and parents!) to a week of free activities during Winter Break.  Free movies, art projects, skating, and lunch were offered FREE OF CHARGE, attracting more than 2000 people.
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Posted 1/5/2011

Annual Kids Christmas Festival draws in hundreds

The Honeywell Center was transformed into "Toyland" for this year's Kids Christmas Festival.  Free crafts, treats, stories, and visits with Santa brought in more than 900 visitors.
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Posted 12/20/2011

Nashville singer/songwriters visit local high schools

Ira Dean, Brooke Burrows, and Aaron Barker presented songwriting residencies to local high school choral students.  The trio shared stories about the music business and played some of their most popular hits.
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Posted 11/10/2010

Peru High School Art Exhibit Reception

Peru High School art students and their guests attended an opening reception for the annual exhibit showcasing their work.  Art on display includes paintings, drawings, and sculptures.
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Posted 9/30/10

Thousands attend this year's Kid-O-Rama festival

Over 2000 kids and parents attended our annual Kid-O-Rama family festival.  Guests enjoyed crafts, games, rides, and a petting zoo, all free of charge!
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Posted 9/30/10

School's Out Summer Bash

Hundreds of kids and parents celebrated the beginning of summer with the first-ever School's Out Summer Bash.  Guests enjoyed free skating, art projects, movies, and even lunch!
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Posted 6/7/2010

Battle of the Bands

The Honeywell Center theater interns produced the first-ever Battle of the Bands in early May.  The interns produced and promoted the event entirely on their own, including organizing the event, lighting design, running sound boards, and marketing. Four bands competed with Small Town taking home the title. 
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Posted 5/10/2010

Spring Break Skaters roll in to the Honeywell Center

During Spring Break, the Honeywell Center offered several free activities including roller skating.  Kids of all ages (and parents!) had a great time.
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Posted 4/7/2010

Bunny Bash once again a success!

Over 1100 guests attended this year's Bunny Bash.  The annual festival features free crafts, treats, and pictures with the Easter Bunny – all free of charge!
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Posted 4/5/2010

F.A.M.E. Festival Attracts 1600 Arts Enthusiasts

The Foundation for Art and Music in Elementary Education (F.A.M.E.) presented another successful day-long festival at the Honeywell Center.  Make & take projects, demonstrations, performances, and workshops brought in 1600 young artists for free day of celebrating the arts.
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Posted 3/29/2010

Hundreds Attend Rink Grand Re-Opening!

More than 400 people of all ages attended the Skating Rink Open House.  Guests enjoyed free skating, refreshments, music and games!
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Posted 3/15/2010
 

Wabash Library welcomes
Biscuit the Dog to the Center

Biscuit the Dog sprang from the pages of well- loved books and into the Honeywell Center!  The Wabash Carnegie Library brought Biscuit in to visit with boys and girls.  The kids were also treated to a puppet show and other activities.
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Posted 3/15/2010

Seussical the Musical!

3000 students from all over Northern Indiana gathered at the Honeywell Center to see a live performance of Sueussical.  The kids LOVED it!
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Posted 2/26/10

Banner reception honors student art winners

Hundreds of students and parents gathered in the for a reception to honor the entrants in the 2009 Banner Contest.  Young artists submitted original artwork, with several being chosen  to have their art hang on the light poles around the Center and in North Manchester.  Other winners were chosen to have their art transformed into holiday e-cards.
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Posted 11/29/09

Aaron Barker concert once again a hit!

Aaron Barker, Chris Wallin, Brooke Burrows, and Ira Dean performed an outstanding concert Friday night.  The 4 songwriters sang their top hits and told the stories behind the writing of each one.  After the show, they all hung around and met each and every fan.  This concert has become an annual favorite for country fans!
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Posted 11/9/09