Strike at the Wind Clean up day - Oct. 15, 2005 - 8-3 PM

Smokin' Ace · 10-08-2005, 04:22 PM

Strike at the Wind Clean Up Day - October 15, 2005 - 8-3

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Strike at the Wind! Community Clean Up Day Set for October 15, 2005

Pembroke, NC – October 15, 2005 has been slated as the first clean up date for the Adolph L. Dial Amphitheatre, home of the long running outdoor experience, Strike at the Wind!

“We are very excited to be a part of this community project, and encourage others to give of themselves,” stated Aubrey Swett, Chairperson of the UNC Pembroke Staff Council. “Community and helping hands seem to go right along with the spirit of Strike at the Wind!” This project was approved by the Staff Council in their September 7, 2005 meeting.

Volunteers are needed to clean the grounds and the inside buildings, to paint (paint has been donated), to build a walkway behind the stage, and other minor repairs. “We realize that not all projects can be achieved on this day, but it is a beginning and a great opportunity for the communities of Robeson County to come together and become involved in one of our region’s most precious jewels,” stated Dr. Malinda Maynor Lowery, President of Carolina Arts Network and currently a professor at Harvard University.

Misha Eddings, who plays Rhoda, is also excited to see this coming together. She will be working that day, cooking with other ladies of the community to feed the volunteers that will be coming out. “We really want to utilize the facilities that the Cultural Center has worked so hard to not only maintain, but to improve the overall grounds.” One of the most committed workers has been Harold Collins, who has many records for strength and weightlifting. He has shown his strength in character in his work at the cultural center.

Willie Lowery agrees. “The time has come for all of us to work together to make this project work. It is an exciting time.” Willie wrote the original music for Strike at the Wind! and has been a part of it since its inception. He has also recently re-released his album, “Proud to be a Lumbee”.

Strike at the Wind! will celebrate it’s 30th anniversary in 2006. Carolina Arts Network, a non-profit organization, has assumed the task of ensuring that the play continues for another 30 years. Kay Oxendine, named Project Director, sees this as an opportunity for all people, from all walks of life, to become a part of living history. Her interests in the play are twofold: sentimental and empowering. “Strike at the Wind! allows so many people to revisit how they got here – to this place in their lives – by seeing how their ancestors may have lived. This, of course, affects the American Indian population of Robeson county, but it also reflects the bonds that have been built after all communities have come together to survive. And one of the most driving reasons that I am dedicated to this project is for my son, whose grandmother, Dawn Casper, was one of the original cast members.”

Smokin' Ace · 10-16-2005, 09:52 AM

Our clean-up day was very successful - thanks to everyone who came out - we had 20 volunteers that came out and we were able to totally handle the landscaping, planting at least 25 new trees and bushes for next years season. A total of 85 man hours were given to this project yesterday.

We are planning another clean up day the weekend after Thanksgiving. This will be a painting day..

10-08-2005, 04:22 PM	#1 (permalink)
Smokin' Ace Arena Director Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: United States Posts: 4,111	Strike at the Wind Clean up day - Oct. 15, 2005 - 8-3 PM Strike at the Wind Clean Up Day - October 15, 2005 - 8-3 www.strikeatthewind.com Strike at the Wind! Community Clean Up Day Set for October 15, 2005 Pembroke, NC – October 15, 2005 has been slated as the first clean up date for the Adolph L. Dial Amphitheatre, home of the long running outdoor experience, Strike at the Wind! “We are very excited to be a part of this community project, and encourage others to give of themselves,” stated Aubrey Swett, Chairperson of the UNC Pembroke Staff Council. “Community and helping hands seem to go right along with the spirit of Strike at the Wind!” This project was approved by the Staff Council in their September 7, 2005 meeting. Volunteers are needed to clean the grounds and the inside buildings, to paint (paint has been donated), to build a walkway behind the stage, and other minor repairs. “We realize that not all projects can be achieved on this day, but it is a beginning and a great opportunity for the communities of Robeson County to come together and become involved in one of our region’s most precious jewels,” stated Dr. Malinda Maynor Lowery, President of Carolina Arts Network and currently a professor at Harvard University. Misha Eddings, who plays Rhoda, is also excited to see this coming together. She will be working that day, cooking with other ladies of the community to feed the volunteers that will be coming out. “We really want to utilize the facilities that the Cultural Center has worked so hard to not only maintain, but to improve the overall grounds.” One of the most committed workers has been Harold Collins, who has many records for strength and weightlifting. He has shown his strength in character in his work at the cultural center. Willie Lowery agrees. “The time has come for all of us to work together to make this project work. It is an exciting time.” Willie wrote the original music for Strike at the Wind! and has been a part of it since its inception. He has also recently re-released his album, “Proud to be a Lumbee”. Strike at the Wind! will celebrate it’s 30th anniversary in 2006. Carolina Arts Network, a non-profit organization, has assumed the task of ensuring that the play continues for another 30 years. Kay Oxendine, named Project Director, sees this as an opportunity for all people, from all walks of life, to become a part of living history. Her interests in the play are twofold: sentimental and empowering. “Strike at the Wind! allows so many people to revisit how they got here – to this place in their lives – by seeing how their ancestors may have lived. This, of course, affects the American Indian population of Robeson county, but it also reflects the bonds that have been built after all communities have come together to survive. And one of the most driving reasons that I am dedicated to this project is for my son, whose grandmother, Dawn Casper, was one of the original cast members.” __________________ Everything is gonna be alright! Be blessed - got love??? This b me..... www.myspace.com/akayo

10-16-2005, 09:52 AM	#2 (permalink)
Smokin' Ace Arena Director Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: United States Posts: 4,111	Our clean-up day was very successful - thanks to everyone who came out - we had 20 volunteers that came out and we were able to totally handle the landscaping, planting at least 25 new trees and bushes for next years season. A total of 85 man hours were given to this project yesterday. We are planning another clean up day the weekend after Thanksgiving. This will be a painting day.. __________________ Everything is gonna be alright! Be blessed - got love??? This b me..... www.myspace.com/akayo Last edited by Smokin' Ace; 10-16-2005 at 09:58 AM.

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