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Release July 2010
9th ANNUAL BOCCE
NEL GIARDINO
WESTMORELAND CULTURAL TRUST ANNOUNCES
SUMMER FUNDRAISER
GREENSBURG, PA – Recognized by the Tribune Review as one of 2008 and
2009’s TANTALIZING TWELVE premier events in
Westmoreland County, Westmoreland Cultural Trust announces its
upcoming 9th Annual Bocce nel Giardino (Bocce in the
Garden) Tournament and fundraiser. It will be held at Greensburg
Garden & Civic Center on Saturday, August 28th and begins at
5:00pm. Attendance is expected to be more than 250. The bocce
(lawn bowling) tournament is a single elimination competition
hosting 64 teams. Included is a buffet dinner provided by Rizzo’s
Malabar Inn along with a unique variety of delectable hors d’oeuvres
and an assortment of confections donated by area restaurateurs.
The Friday night practice session is back! Interestingly enough,
both our 2009 bocce champs, Jason Ray and Andy Stinebiser, and our
2008 bocce champs, Anthony Bompiani and Ken Stillwell, attended the
Friday night practice sessions! The practice session is only open
to those who will play in the tournament on Saturday.
Sponsors to date include Allegheny Energy Inc., The Center for
Medical Imaging, Dollar Bank, First Commonwealth Bank, Key Care Home
Health, McDowell Associates Insurance, S&T Bank and Westmoreland
Community Federal Credit Union.
Money raised at this event will be used for general operations of
the Trust and to support the programs and operations at The Palace
Theatre, Greensburg Area Cultural Council, Greensburg Garden & Civic
Center, the Train Station at Greensburg, Union Trust Building, Lamp
Theatre and the Stark/James Building.
Westmoreland Cultural Trust is a nonprofit organization whose
mission is to stimulate cultural and economic development in the
Westmoreland County region. We promote the performing arts; we
preserve and enhance our region’s assets for the benefit of the
community.
To learn more about Westmoreland
Cultural Trust and its volunteer, membership or donation
opportunities, please contact the Trust at (724) 836-1123.
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Release May 2010
THANK GOODNESS
IT’S SUMMER
IS BACK FOR A 6th
SEASON
GREENSBURG, PA –
Westmoreland Cultural Trust brings back Thank
Goodness It’s Summer, otherwise known as T.G.I.S., for a 6th
season. This summer long fundraiser is a weekly casual get together
for anyone and everyone. The Megan Intermission Suite and Courtyard
at The Palace Theatre will open for evenings of relaxation, music
and food. Tapas is available on the premises and provided by
Turtletree Fine Foods.
Join us every Thursday, beginning June 3rd,
from 6:00pm to 9:30pm. This year’s entertainment line up and mix of
music is sure to please.
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6/3 Gashouse Annie Trio –
Country, Rock, Blues
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6/10 Me and Mr. Jones – Rock,
Pop, Country
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6/17 Tommy Johnson – Piano
Player, Boogie, Jazz, Big Band
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6/24 Lisa Amadio and Friends
– Jazz
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7/1 Detention: Jane DeBone &
Mandi O’Leary – Acoustic Duo
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7/8 Lovebettie – Alternative
Rock, Neo-Soul
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7/15 BookEndz – Easy
Listening, Rock (Old & New)
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7/22 James Boggs –
Saxophonist
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7/29 Bad Boy Blues Band –
Rock, Blues
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8/5 Perigos and Even Steven –
Rock & Roll Americana
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8/12 Gary Pratt – Country
Music and More!
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8/19 The Usual Suspects –
Authentic New Orleans Jazz
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8/26 Sugar Mountain – Country
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9/2 Kenny Blake –
Saxophonist, Jazz and Pop
Westmoreland Cultural Trust would like
to thank our summer sponsors who help to bring these musicians to
our weekly event: The Center for Medical Imaging, Dollar Bank,
First Commonwealth Bank, McDowell Associates Insurance, S&T Bank and SueAnn Zippi, Personal Consultant with Sabika Austrian Crystal
Jewelry.
Money raised at this event will be funneled back into the
organization to help support the programs of the Westmoreland
Cultural Trust including the Greensburg Area Cultural Council, The
Palace Theatre and the Greensburg Garden and Civic Center.
Westmoreland Cultural Trust is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization
whose mission is to stimulate cultural and economic development in
the Westmoreland County region. We promote the performing arts; we
preserve and enhance our region’s assets for the benefit of the
community. The Trust is also the owner of the Train Station at
Greensburg, the Union Trust Building and the Stark/James Building.
To learn more about the Trust, and its volunteer and
donation opportunities, please contact the Trust at (724) 836-1123.
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Release March 2010
5th Annual Hollywood Party
at The Palace
Groovin' to the '60s!
GREENSBURG, PA – Westmoreland Cultural Trust's 5th Annual
Hollywood Party at The Palace found us Groovin’ to the ‘60s!
Paparazzi hounded the pre-party participants entering exclusively
via Pennsylvania Avenue for back stage guests only. Our guests were
in the spot light as it directed them down the isle and to their
photo shoot. They enjoyed champagne, passed hors d’oeuvres and
entertainment by Greensburg’s incredible version of the Jersey Boys,
accompanied on piano by Eric Barchiesi.
Our main gala participants arrived to the red carpet treatment and
were entertained by The Sensations until the Megan Suite doors
opened to the sights and sounds of the ‘60s. Guests stepped back to
the days of go-go boots and the Peppermint Lounge. Nightclub goers
feasted on hors d’oeuvres from Libras, Chef Dato, Duane’s Café on
Grove, The Headkeeper, One Eleven and Peking Garden. Entertainers
from Harry Belefonte, The Beatles and The Supremes to the Woodstock
music of Jimi Hendrix and Janis Joplin could be heard throughout the
evening.
The crowd enjoyed specialty desserts from Colaizzi Brothers,
DeNunzio’s Italian Restaurants, Enrico Biscotti Company, Stephanie
Hagan, kelly confections, Ligonier’s Landmark Bakery, One Eleven,
One Tuff Cookie and Pastor’s Special Order Bakery at the beach party
in the Upper Megan Suite and mingled with the likes of Frankie
Avalon, Annette Funicello and the whole surfing gang. Musical
segments from Bye Bye Birdie, Gypsy, The Music Man and
West Side Story were heard from the grand staircase serving as
MGM’s back lot. A giant screen featuring film clips of James
Bond movies, a poker table in the corner and two bars where martinis
were “shaken not stirred” added to the Casino Royale ambiance in the
mezzanine. Caffe Barista, Inc, Mark Henry: Tree Tops Restaurant and
Greensburg Country Club provided tasty hors d’oeuvres of the 1960s
including fondue favorites. “Aquarius” performed by the cast
of Hair resounded for the grand finale. Guests let their
hair down as the sun shined in and danced with the cast throughout
the Megan Suite.
Our sincerest thanks to our donors, sponsors and volunteers who so
generously contributed to making our vision a reality for a fifth
successful year! Thanks especially to all of our guests, the true
stars of the evening. We hope you had a fabulous time reviving the
1960s!
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR BASKET OF CHEER WINNERS – HARRY SMAIL JR. and
JESS KELLER!
Thank you to our sponsors for this event:
Excela Health
First Commonwealth Bank
Trib Total Media
Age-Craft Mfg. Inc.
Allegheny Energy, Inc.
AmeriServ Trust and Financial Services Company
East Otterman Chiropractic
First National Bank
Francis R. Johns, M.D.
Key Care Home Health Agency
McDowell Associates Insurance
The John M. Noble Family
S&T Bank
Smail Auto Group
Stage Right!
The Center for Medical Imaging
Westmoreland County Community College
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Release December 2009
Westmoreland Cultural
Trust's
International Christmas for Children 2009
GREENSBURG, PA -
Inclement weather did not curtail the enthusiasm for our fourth
annual International Christmas for Children. What a wonderful way to
usher in the Christmas season! More than 80 children from across
Westmoreland County enjoyed storytelling, songs and crafts related
to the cultures of Brazil, Finland, France, Italy and Norway. We
enjoyed seeing all of the smiles that International Christmas
brought to their faces!
Warm weather was the topic of discussion in Brazil and kids made
Christmas palm trees from paper bags. Traveling to Finland, we
listened to a Christmas story by a Finnish author and decorated
gingerbread cookies shaped like crescents and stars. In France,
children learned about the traditional Yule log and decorated their
very own homemade craft version. In Italy, children learned of the
antics of “Jingle the Christmas Clown,” a story by Tomie de Paola,
and made their own jingling door hanger. And finally, a stop in
Norway added a touch of reindeer fantasy including cone-shaped,
red-nosed candy holders. And as always, everyone had their picture
taken with Santa!
We would like to thank all of our “tour guides,” storytellers, craft
helpers and Santa for making this a special occasion for the kids:
Martha Brinker, Nicolina DeFlavio Kelly, Sandee Farrell, Judy
Fidazzo, Dick and Barbara Flock, Fran Giron, Diane Hartland, John
Herrmann, Denise and Matthew Horchar, Liz Hoyson, Kitty Hricenak,
Mary Lou Hugus, Pam Jennings, Philomena Lillie, Gene and Rachel
Maselli, Karla Monsour, Jan Musingo, Marjorie Nelson, Donna Orange,
Alexa Pastor, Kelly and Katie Pedder, Keli Pennesi, Kassi Robosky,
Dawna Saunders, Jake, Sam and Teresa Shaffer, Kaylee Shepherd, Hanna
Spinella, Jan Taylor and Kelli Yant.
Thank you to our Guests. Check the gallery of photos online at
www.westmorelandculturaltrust.org. Thank you to Trust Volunteers
and Members, Chick-fil-A, First Commonwealth Bank, First National
Bank, Keith Gjebre DMD, Hempfield Giant Eagle, McDowell Associates
Insurance and the Delmont and Greensburg WalMart locations for their
sponsorship and/or donations of stickers, ribbon, cookie
decorations, craft supplies, and so much more, all adding to the
excitement.
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Release October 2009
Westmoreland Cultural Trust
Announces Fall Fundraiser -
5th Annual Holiday Fashion Fantasy
GREENSBURG, PA – Westmoreland Cultural Trust announces its
5th Annual Holiday Fashion Fantasy, fashion
show and fundraiser, to be held on Thursday, November 5 at
the Greensburg Garden and Civic Center. Reservations are required.
Guests will be welcomed to a “Santa Extravaganza” with a champagne
greeting when festivities begin at 5:30pm. All can enjoy a
unique variety of delectable hors d’oeuvres and informal modeling.
WTAE personality, Jennifer Miele, will once again host and narrate
the main stage modeling. Men’s, women’s and children’s clothing
from casual to formal wear, including furs, will be modeled. Then
it’s back to the Laurel/Iris room for coffee, pastries and retailers
offering a more personal holiday shopping experience.
Retailers participating include Beeghly & Company Jewelers, Beijo
Handbags, Crossroads Boutique, Descendants, Golf for Her, Lapel’s –
A Fine Men’s Clothier, MB Bride, Never Enough! Boutique,
Personalized Colors, Sabika Austrian Crystal Jewelry, Shalimar
Bazaar, Silpada Designs, The Fur Salon Saks Fifth Avenue and Tree
House in Ligonier.
Money raised at this event will be used for general operations of
the Trust and to support the programs and operations at The Palace
Theatre, Greensburg Area Cultural Council, Greensburg Garden and
Civic Center, the Train Station at Greensburg, Union Trust Building,
Lamp Theatre and the Stark/James Building.
Westmoreland Cultural Trust is a nonprofit organization whose
mission is to stimulate cultural and economic development in the
Westmoreland County region. We promote the performing arts; we
preserve and enhance our region’s assets for the benefit of the
community.
To learn more about the Westmoreland Cultural Trust and its
volunteer, membership or donation opportunities, please contact the
Trust at (724) 836-1123 or visit our website at
www.westmorelandculturaltrust.org
Thank you to our sponsors and underwriters for this event:
ABB Inc.
Beeghly & Co., Jewelers
Cassidy, Kotjarapoglus & Pohland, LLC
The Center for Medical Imaging
First Commonwealth Bank
First National Bank
Francis R. Johns, DMD, MD – Artisan Plastic Surgery
Lane Center for Advanced Surgery
Le Jardin Florals and Home Decor
McDowell Associates Insurance
Never Enough! Boutique
Overly Manufacturing
Spectrum Metal Solutions
S & T Bankcorp & Charitable Foundation
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Release October 2009
Westmoreland Cultural Trust
Announces Top Three Performers
for the 2nd Semi-Annual Karaoke On Stage! at The Palace
GREENSBURG, PA –
Glenn Smith with Glenndini Productions, hosted our
second, Karaoke on Stage! at The Palace Theatre.
Thirty performers took to the spotlight on Thursday, October 8th!
Screaming fans and family members applauded their own! Cash prizes
were awarded to the top three performers: 1st place Greg
Long, runner up Angela Piper, and 2nd runner up Amanda
Sloskey as voted by our panel of judges: local recording artist,
Gary Pratt, local equity actor and artistic director for Stage Right
School for the Performing Arts, Tony Marino, and district court
judge, The Honorable James Albert. A special thanks to McDowell
Associates Insurance as producer for this event.
Karaoke fans, follow our karaoke sponsors to:
DiAngelo’s Hideaway
101 S 5th Street, Jeannette
Karaoke every Wednesday, Friday & Saturday, 9:00pm to close
Geo’s Restaurant & Lounge
3838 Rt. 30 Latrobe
Karaoke every Tuesday, 9:30pm to close
For more information on this and other events, visit our website at
www.westmorelandculturaltrust.org
or call Westmoreland Cultural Trust, 724-836-1123.
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Release September 2009
Westmoreland Cultural Trust
Announces Bocce Tournament Champs
GREENSBURG, PA – Under the lights, in an ironically thrilling
championship match, the team of Jason Ray and Andy Stinebiser
defeated their wives, Mona and Mikette. It was definitely the most
exciting match our annual Bocce
nel Giardino (Bocce in the Garden) Tournament has seen in
its eight years of existence! The tournament/fundraiser, held on
Saturday, August 22nd, at the Greensburg Garden and Civic Center,
ended in an 11-10 victory with guests lined up around the court to
cheer on the finale!
Trust president, Michael Langer, opened the event by welcoming over
200 guests. All enjoyed a delectable variety of hors d’oeuvres
provided by Vallozzi’s and the Bocce signature jumbo shrimp and
cocktail sauce provided by the Bocce Committee Members. The buffet
dinner, also provided by Vallozzi’s was a huge hit this year! It
included chicken romano, stuffed pork tenderloin, stuffed pennoni
with a fresh tomato and ginger sauce, rigatoni in a home made
sausage bolognese sauce and vegetable medley, all served to guests
by Vallozzi’s staff. Complimenting dinner was a spectacular
assortment of desserts, donated by area restaurants and friends of
the Trust.
A fresh new look was created at each table this year. Each
centerpiece consisted of fresh garden vegetables, donated by
committee members and friends of the Trust, surrounding a clear vase
filled with colorful pastas and tea lights lit right before dinner.
Following the event, the fresh vegetables and leftovers from the
dinner and dessert buffets were donated to the Welcome Home Shelter
for women, women and children, and families in downtown Greensburg
and also to The Union Mission of Latrobe shelter for men. Also,
over thirty businesses and individuals from Westmoreland County
furnished a grand assortment of items for the silent auction.
Greensburg Floral donated gorgeous floral centerpieces that adorned
the buffet tables. Tony DeNunzio and the Selections provided
musical entertainment.
The success of the event was largely due to the tremendous efforts
of the Trust’s Bocce Volunteer Committee co-chaired by Jan Taylor
and Phyllis Kluska.
Thank you to Trust Business Members for supporting this event: The
Center for Medical Imaging, Dollar Bank, First Commonwealth Bank,
Francis R. Johns, M.D., McDowell Associates Insurance, S&T Bank and
Spectrum Metal Solutions. Proceeds raised at this event help
support Westmoreland Cultural Trust programs. On behalf of the Board
of Directors and WCT staff, THANK YOU to our event
guests, sponsors and volunteers!
Mark your calendar for next year!
Bocce returns August 28, 2010!
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Release May 2009
Trust Participation in
Community Events
TOYS FOR TOTS
The Palace Theatre has been awarded a Commanders Award certificate
from the United States Marine Corps Reserve for participating in the
Toys for Tots 2008 campaign.
“The U.S. Marine Corps Reserve is proud to recognize Palace Theater
for outstanding achievement in support of the 2008 Toys for Tots
Program. These generous contributions have enabled us to help
fulfill the Christmas dreams of our nation’s neediest children.
Thank you to all who participated. A special thank you to Jess
McGovern, Box Office Assistant, who spearheaded this effort for us.
MS WALK
For the
past ten years, the Westmoreland Cultural Trust has opened the Train
Station as a rest stop for the MS Walk in Greensburg. This year was
no exception. The event was held on Sunday, April 19, with over 500
participants. Christian Fellowship Center and the Royal Rangers
Outpost 297, led by Fran Leighty, cheered for the participants and
offered refreshments to include drinks, fruit, and snacks. The
Train Station was the second rest stop for the walkers, runners,
participants of the 4-legged variety and a few baby strollers.
Young and old alike hiked the 6 mile trek for Multiple Sclerosis.
Many arrived in matching tees expressing a team effort. All
participants had the same goal in mind…raising funds for research
toward a cure for MS. Results are in!
The MS Walk in Greensburg contributed $61,000 to Multiple Sclerosis!
Way to go Greensburg!
LAUREL HIGHLANDS
BACKYARD TOUR
The Palace
Theatre was just one of the destination sites on the Laurel
Highlands Backyard Tour. This year, the tour was educational as
well as fun. The theme was to tie together area attractions with
other businesses and organizations in the community to create a
unified destination to potential travelers and to strengthen our
local community. We were partnered with Westmoreland Museum of
American Art, SummerSounds, Seton Hill University among
others on this Greensburg leg of the tour of the Lincoln Highway
Corridor.
LAUREL HIGHLANDS
VISITORS BUREAU
Donna
Gambol, Executive Director of the Laurel Highlands Visitors Bureau,
presented $320,000 in tourism grants to 37 tourism-related
businesses and organizations at the Megan Intermission Suite, The
Palace Theatre, on Tuesday, May 19, 2009. Teresa Baughman, Director
of Marketing and Programming for Westmoreland Cultural Trust,
accepted a $25,000 grant for a multimedia marketing campaign.
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Release October 2008
S&T Bancorp Charitable
Foundation
Supports Lamp Theatre Restoration
GREENSBURG, PA – Westmoreland Cultural Trust announces support from
S&T Bancorp Charitable Foundation toward restoration of the Lamp
Theatre in Irwin. Todd D. Brice, President and Chief Executive
Officer of S&T Bancorp Charitable Foundation, recently notified
Westmoreland Cultural Trust of its $5000 grant, earmarked for the
Lamp Theatre's new HVAC system. Jeffrey A. Branthoover, Vice
President, Relationship Manager for the Greensburg office and Scott
D. Porterfield, Vice President, Regional Manger from the Irwin
branch presented the check to Westmoreland Cultural Trust President
Michael J. Langer at the Lamp Theatre on Main Street in Irwin.
Brice says, "At S&T Bank, we are aware that providing financial
services is only part of being a good citizen. For that
reason, the S&T Bancorp Charitable Foundation is proud to support
organizations like (Westmoreland Cultural Trust). Thank you
for the good work that your organization provides to the community."
Westmoreland Cultural Trust took possession of the Lamp Theatre in
early 2007. The Cultural Trust's progress on the now-closed
venue, first opened in March 1937, includes a new roof and $125,000
in preliminary plumbing and electrical upgrades by GMI Electric and
Raimondo Construction. Lamar and Company donated 290 theatre
seats, three movie screens and a sound system earmarked for
installation at the Lamp Theatre. The final stage of the
project's Phase I renovations will be the HVAC system, going out for
bid this month.
Langer says Westmoreland Cultural Trust is most appreciative of the
Foundation's generosity and enthusiasm for the Lamp Theatre project.
Langer notes, "Support from the business community aids the Trust in
fulfilling its mission to stimulate cultural and economic
development, as well as preserve and enhance our region's assets for
the benefit of the community."
 Westmoreland
Cultural Trust President Michael J. Langer (left) accepts a $5000
check from Jeffrey A. Branthoover (center), Vice President,
Relationship Manager for S&T Bancorp's Greensburg Office, and Scott
D. Porterfield (right), Vice President, Regional Manager from S&T
Bank's Irwin Branch. The generous grant is designated for
restoration of Irwin's Lamp Theatre. An artist's rendering of
the project is visible in the Lamp's front window.
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Release November 2008
Support Westmoreland
Cultural Trust
While Doing Your Holiday Shopping!
Christmas is just around the corner! Many
of you are already shopping online for everyday necessities, gifts,
DVDs, books and much more. If you could donate up to 26% of each
purchase you made this holiday season to Westmoreland Cultural Trust
at no extra cost to you...would you?
I thought you would! It's quick, easy and
FREE - just by shopping online at iGive.com.
iGive is the first and largest network of
members, worthy causes, online merchants and Web sites brought
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raising money for over 30,000 organizations in the U.S. and Canada -
just by shopping online at over 680 participating online stores!
Each new supporter who joins iGive and
makes a single purchase within 45 days of joining receives an extra
$5 donation for Westmoreland Cultural Trust. This bonus is
available for a limited time only. There is no minimum to buy and
you have your choice of over 680 nationally known online merchants
like Barnes & Noble, Eddie Bauer, Land's End, PetSmart, The Apple
Store, New York & Company, Staples, JCPenney, Harry & David, AT&T,
and much more! Recently added to the list... Newport News.
They will donate 2.6% of any purchase back to the Trust! Your privacy is guaranteed, plus money-saving deals
and specials everyday!
To join, go to
www.iGive.com/westmorelandculturaltrust and Westmoreland
Cultural Trust will automatically be selected as the beneficiary!
It's fast, simple and FREE!
GIFT ITEMS & STOCKING STUFFERS!
CAT'S MEOW COLLECTIBLES
Cat’s Meow collectors can add The Palace Theatre and the Greensburg
Train Station to their assortment of local sites for $21 each this
holiday season!
PALACE THEATRE GIFT CERTIFICATES
What do you get for the person who has everything this holiday
season? Palace Theatre Gift Certificates could be just the gift
you’re looking for!
Valid only for tickets sold through The Palace Theatre Box Office,
gift certificates are valued at $25 each with no expiration date and
are ideal for the friend or family member with a variety of
theatrical tastes or a busy schedule. Service charges do not apply
at point of purchase but will apply when certificates are redeemed
as with all ticket sales.
A
great gift for those who enjoy a night at the show. Perfect for
stocking stuffers or a “just because” gift!
Visit The Palace Theatre Box Office and get your certificates
today! Or call 724.836.8000 for more information.
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Release January 2006
NEED A CONFERENCE ROOM?
Meetings? Interviews? Trainings?
The Westmoreland Cultural Trust now has conference rooms available
in downtown Greensburg. Private rooms are available at the Union
Trust Building with seating capacity up to ten. The Megan
Intermission Suite at The
Palace Theatre offers a larger seating capacity for conferences
and meetings. Catering and beverage services can be arranged.
Available equipment for use includes: LED computer projector,
overhead projector, easel w/pad, white board, cordless lapel mic and
a portable lectern with a built in mic.
In addition, the Greensburg Garden & Civic Center offers meeting
rooms, an auditorium, and free parking to accommodate your next
event. Call 724-836-1123 for availability and price information. |
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