In a blink, it seems all those events we’ve been marking our calendars for are suddenly upon us. Don’t miss these school happenings this week:
Woodrow Wilson High School’s spring musical is this week, from April 24-27. This year, join Woodrow for its rendition of “Funny Girl,” the entertaining story of famous comedienne Fanny Brice, from her start in New York vaudeville to her rise to fame as star of the Ziegfeld Follies. Fanny falls in love and marries Nick Arnstein, a handsome gambler whose luck eventually runs out. The musical includes memorable songs such as “Don’t Rain on My Parade,” “I’m the Greatest Star,” “The Music That Makes Me Dance,” and the iconic hit “People.” Woodrow Wilson High School Auditorium is located at 100 S. Glasgow. Visit the website for more information. Tickets are $10-$18.
This Saturday, April 26, Lakewood Elementary and the Lakewood PTA are hosting their Spring Carnival. The carnival, A Space Odyssey, needs sponsors and donations for on-line auction prizes (see the list of suggested items).
Victor H. Hexter Elementary School is looking for volunteers to work 2.5 hour shifts in one of five mid-century and modern homes on the White Rock Home Tour coming up April 26-27. “Double shifts are doubly appreciated,” the newsletter says. To volunteer, email Diane McGhee at dannermcghee@prodigy.net. The tour will be from noon–5 p.m. and will feature a tour of five modern homes. Architects and designers are on hand for meet-and-greets at the homes they designed. Tickets are $15 in advance (can be found at White Rock Coffee, Green Spot, Tom Thumb, Hypnotic Donuts), and $20 at the door (cash or check only).
Also this weekend, from April 26-27 The Hollywood Santa Monica Neighborhood Association has selected five historic homes to be showcased during its 23rd annual home and garden tour to benefit the Lindsley Park Community School, J.L. Long Middle School and REAL School Gardens. The tour runs from noon until 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Hollywood-Santa Monica, 214.712.0222, hsmna.org, $15
Coming up in a couple weeks, the Diamond Anniversary Celebration and Auction for Stonewall Jackson Elementary School will be May 9 at the Hotel Palomar. If you’d like to be a part of the auction team, contact Pennie Marshall at penniemarshall@gmail.com or Kathy Ruff at klruff@sbcglobal.net. Or fill out an Auction Donation Form if you have an item or service that you would like to contribute.
