The bottom line is that one way or another, through the generosity of supporters of the band, we will have a new means of transporting our equipment as we participate in community events. A final decision has yet to be made on what will be done with the suburban and trailer.
A special THANK YOU to Pete Lindstrom for using his own suburban to ensure the trailer was at rehearsals and the Irvington Parade while our suburban was dormant in the canoe yard at Belzer. Thanks to Pete and Christine for their very generous offer and searching for a vehicle replacement!
Each active band member has a set of practice music waiting for them the next time they attend a rehearsal. The entire blue and yellow books have been copied and made available to each member. The black books are scheduled next and then the concert music in the folder will be copied as well. Be sure to get your set at the next rehearsal.
The tour pictures taken by Myron Reynolds are now making the rounds at rehearsals and board meetings. Attached to the album is an order form if you wish to order any particular shot. See Bill Schofield at rehearsal to review the pictures. Thanks Myron for a great job and the donation of a complete album to the band for our archives!
How fortunate we are to have so many dedicated volunteers assisting us. To all of you who have been an active part in this organization THANK YOU. To those who are waiting to see if we will make it, the waits over come and enjoy the fun and excitement in '98!
Bill
Darrell Lorenzen Baritone (adult) Eldon Lorenzen Tuba Tommy Dickson French Horn Ben Rigg Trombone Mike Rigg Trombone (adult) Zachary Voelz Percussion Bob Hittle Tuba (adult) Ben Black Trumpet
We also welcome back these members that had been away for awhile: Kevin Hittle Tuba Brian Finney Alto Sax Kristen Decker Clarinet Charlie Dickson Trombone
If YOU haven't been to a rehearsal for sometime why not stop by again. You won't recognize us! We are averaging 20+ members weekly at rehearsal, our new rehearsal location is fantastic, we have storage area for the band's equipment now too and we have alumni stopping by on a regular basis. In weeks past we have had visits from Jim Anthony, Howard Hensley, Dave Heckman, Larry Stevens and Jack Gilfoy!
The BBBC Board decided to hold our annual open house in January. Several factors contributed to this decision, the chief one being the three Colts home games in November. But it was also pointed out that if we wait until January, our holiday schedule will be behind us and the new members will have an opportunity to establish the "Sunday rehearsal routine" better at the first of the year and we might see better retention.
The open house is Sunday January 11 at 2:00 p.m. We ask that all current members be there to support our recruiting efforts and assist in meeting the new members and making them feel welcome. We will mail out letters to over 4,000 scouts in the metro Marion county area. In the past we have always had 50 or more new persons come to the open house. It will be everyone's job to encourage those that visit this time make repeat visits so that they will become regular members.
Pete Lindstrom for all the assistance he has provided with our transportation needs and woes!
Annette Reynolds as a member of the Lawrence Central High School Marching Band that took first place in state competition and 6th place nationally!
Maurice Heitzman who was named to Voyageur Staff for the Crossroads Council
Sharon Johnson who when not at the dome, but at rehearsal, sees that all the music is distributed and then put away correctly.
Jim Carl, Baritone player who recently earned his Life Rank. Jim is well on his way to the coveted Eagle Rank, keep up the good work.
Sylvia Schofield again wishes to thank ALL DOME WORKERS who have been at booth 142. We are setting record amounts of money this year!
The final two events for 1997 are upon us December 6th for the IU Basketball Classic and the final Colts Game on December 14th. Call Sylvia if you can work (897-3809). Also, the BBBC Board adopted a new policy at the last board meeting that effective with this publication, if a worker works less than three (3) hours at an event they will receive pay or $12.00 instead of the $25.00 that is now paid to their account.
The band's annual Scouting Anniversary / Band founding concert will be Sunday January 25th. This is a week or two ahead of our normal February date, but this is due to scheduling conflicts.
We will be doing the concert on stage at the Warren Performing Arts Center and will be open to the public. Arrangements have been made to utilize these first class facilities and we hope to have a large crowd both playing and listening! We are also attempting to have Jack Gilfoy (a former member of the band) perform as soloist with the band.
Stay tuned for details as they will be coming quickly when we return in January for rehearsals and open house!
The band's application, picture and video were submitted in person to the Indy Festival Committee on Wednesday November 12th. (The deadline was November 14th). Keep your fingers crossed, with all the good things that have been happening with the band this past year maybe our luck will change here too. As we have done the last several years, should we not march in the parade, we will plan to participate in the opening ceremonies on race day.
The annual Lawrence Christmas Parade will be Saturday December 6th. Please note this is the same date / time for the IU Classic game at the Dome. We are working to coordinate so we can effectively participate in both events. The Parade committee has assured us that we will be marching as the # 2 or 3 unit in the parade so that we can get done and have the dome workers who will be marching head downtown as quickly as possible.
Report IN UNIFORM at 9:30 a.m. at the Belzer Middle School parking lot on the northwest side. (Belzer Middle School is located on 56th Street just east of I 465 on the northeast side of Indy) The parade will begin lining up at 10 am and then will begin at 11:00 am. It will end at the Lawrence Community Park located on Franklin Road just south of 56th Street.
The band's annual Christmas Concert will be Sunday December 21st at 2:00 p.m. at Camp Belzer in the Gyro Center. This will be our final performance / rehearsal for 1997 so we encourage EVERYONE to show up for this event. We will also be kicking off the Pizza Drive and have fresh baked pizza for everyone to taste following the concert.
Invite your family, friends and scout troop to attend this festive holiday concert!
Again this year the band has been requested to provide drummers to kick off the Governor's Luncheon to be held Friday December 5th at the Indiana Roof in downtown Indianapolis. Last year Adam Thomas and Justin Purcell handled this event for us. We would like to again have at least two drummers (3 or 4 would be better) to be in uniform and play for the opening of this event. You will be given a free lunch and an excuse from the Governor's office for this time. If interested please con
The band has been contacted to provide a color guard and opening ceremony for the installation ceremony at the Masonic Temple on 56th Street. This will be on Saturday December 20th at 2:00 p.m. at the Temple. If available, please call Bill Schofield at 542-8057. (Lunch will be provided at 1:00 p.m. to those who participate)
November Calendar
27 HAPPY THANKSGIVING 30 NO BAND REHEARSALS
December Calendar
1 Crossroads article due at Scout Office 3 ?? BBBC Board Meeting 7:00 PM Schofield's House 5423 Mark Lane 5 12 noon Governor's Luncheon at Indiana Roof Drummers to open program 6 Lawrence Christmas Parade report 9:30 A.M. IN UNIFORM - Belzer Middle School 6 IU Basketball Classic at RCA Dome Report time TBA call Sylvia (897-3809) to work 7 1:00 PM Dixieland Rehearsal 2:00 PM Full Band Rehearsal at Warren Performing Arts Center 14 FINAL COLTS HOME GAME 1:00 P.M. Shuttle leaves MSE 10:00 am report 10:30 am to work call Sylvia 897-3809 December Calendar Continued 14 1:00 PM Dixieland Rehearsal 2:00 PM Full Band Rehearsal at Warren Performing Arts Center 21 2:00 P.M. Band Christmas Concert / Pizza Party Camp Belzer Gyro Center 25 MERRY CHRISTMAS 28 NO BAND REHEARSALS
January 1998 Calendar
1 Happy New Year 4 1:00 PM Dixieland Rehearsal 2:00 PM Full Band Rehearsal at Warren Performing Arts Center 11 2:00 P.M. BAND OPEN HOUSE REPORT AT 1:15 WARREN PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 18 1:00 PM Dixieland Rehearsal 2:00 PM Full Band Rehearsal at Warren Performing Arts Center 25 2:00 P.M. ANNIVERSARY CONCERT WARREN PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 28 BBBC Board Meeting 7:00 PM Schofield's House 5423 Mark Lane Belzer Band Booster Club c/o 1113 North Buckingham Court Greenfield, IN 46140