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Tibbits Names Summer Volunteers of the Month

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COLDWATER – After a flurry of activity during Tibbits Summer Theatre, the historic theatre has named Gail Russell, Joann Lloyd, and Jeri and Jack Vettle as its summer volunteers of the month.

Russell

Last recognized after pivoting through the many changes due to Covid, Gail Russell has spent the past eight years rolling up her sleeves and helping with weeding and planting flower beds, preparing bulk mailings, folding programs, ushering, house managing, tending bar, preparing food for entertainers and helping with the auction.

Born and raised in Coldwater, Russell was in the theatre often. She did props for school plays and watched her brother on stage. While she did live in Texas and Oregon for a short time, she returned to Coldwater. Russell has three grown sons, Shane, Shad, and Chris, all of whom have performed on stage. She also has four grandkids and four great grandkids.

Russell said, “Of course I love seeing all the shows, but also listening to people that are there for the first time talk about how exciting it is for them.” She continued, “The take-away from being a volunteer is just that great feeling of volunteering your time to help. Everyone needs to volunteer for something.”

Lloyd 

Summer had Tibbits celebrating Joann Lloyd’s volunteerism. Lloyd was first connected with the Tibbits with her kids and husband, who were involved with the community theatre and summer theatre production of “South Pacific” during the mid-1980s.  This helped peak her interest with ushering, which is her favorite volunteer activity at Tibbits. She also assists in the gift shop, by folding programs, working on bulk mailings, and delivering brochures.

Originally from the Lansing/Kalamazoo areas, Lloyd moved to Coldwater in 1980 with her husband Rick, who was the Director of the Big Brothers/Big Sisters agency. Lloyd was a stay-at-home mom to their three kids Craig, Karen, and Becky and then worked for Saint Charles Church and Saint Charles School as a teacher. Both she and her husband have since retired, done a little babysitting and in between have done a lot of traveling. They have been overseas 10 times to Europe and visited almost all of the states and Canadian Provinces. Aside from traveling, Lloyd loves to read and do small crafts like cross-stitch and bake.

While she enjoys getting out of the house volunteering at the voting polls or senior centers, Lloyd said, “Tibbits gives me the biggest lift. I especially love meeting people involved, staff and patrons of the Tibbits and you get to see the plays.  It’s more play than work.”

She continued, “The older I get, the more I see there is so much more to see and learn…Sitting at home and just growing old is not an option. The Tibbits keeps us alive.”

The Vettles

The dynamic duo of Jeri and Jack Vettle are new to the area, having just moved to Jonesville in the spring of 2021 where they married on their back deck in August. They visited Tibbits while in Coldwater and signed on to help as ushers and bartenders. Even though they’re relatively new to volunteering with Tibbits, they help in a variety of areas including folding programs, doing bulk mailings and providing food for the summer company.

Though Jack has lived in Coldwater in the past, Jeri moved here from Grand Rapids where she volunteered at the Master Arts Theatre. No stranger to theatre, she also worked at Peoria Theater Works when she lived in Arizona. The newlyweds are still settling in and when they aren’t volunteering, they enjoy traveling, both locally and around the US. 

The Vettles love volunteering at Tibbits because “it’s a great place to meet new people and support local live theatre at the same time!”

The Volunteers of the Month are chosen by Tibbits staff. Selection is based on the hours and/or service, as well as leadership, special skills or expertise shared. Criteria may be project specific or general support and volunteerism. In recognition of this award, each received a $25 Coldwater Area Chamber of Commerce Debit Card.

Tibbits is always looking for more volunteers in a variety of areas: ushering, working the gift shop or concessions, doing general office help, sorting archival materials, planting flowers, decorating the theatre, and much more. Those interested in volunteering should contact Tibbits at 517-278-6029 or volunteer@Tibbits.org. Tibbits Opera House is located at 14 S. Hanchett Street, Coldwater, MI. www.Tibbits.org.

Tibbits Names Charlene and Mike Searing March Volunteers of the Month

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COLDWATER – For serving in a variety of volunteer positions at the historic theatre, husband and wife team Charlene and Mike Searing have been named Tibbits’ March Volunteers of the Month.

Charlene and Mike Searing have been named Tibbits’ March volunteers of the month for their dedication to the historic theatre.

The Searings first started volunteering in 2017 with Tibbits Young Audiences, and then officially became Tibbits Opera House Volunteers in 2019. Since then, they’ve done everything from ushering, folding mailings, working the merchandise table, assisting in the box office, bartending, and even preparing meals for visiting artists.

Mike Searing is a Coldwater native and graduated from CHS in 1999. He then went on to Ferris State University where he received his Bachelors of Science degree in Hospitality Management. While at Ferris, Searing met Charlene who grew up in Northern Michigan and graduated from Reed City High School in 2001. Charlene earned her associated degree in general business and is a sole owner of Searing Mobile Safety, LLC, a mobile drug and alcohol testing company. Mike is the Food Service Director at Abbott Laboratories in Sturgis, Michigan. They were married in 2003, moved to Coldwater in 2007, and started their family in 2008. They have two children, Mackenzie 13, and Caiden 11.

The Searings have involved the whole family in Tibbits, with children Caiden and Mackenzie performing in Tibbits Young Audience productions as well as performances through Branch County Community Theatre.

The Searings said, “We love the opera house itself. It is such a beautiful, long-standing part of our community. Greeting people and sharing a little piece of history about this historic landmark has to be our favorite part of volunteering.”

They continued, “We stand amazed on how many volunteers it truly takes to make the operations run smoothly and in awe of how proud the community is of this beautiful piece of history.”

Tibbits staff chooses the Volunteer of the Month based on hours and/or service, as well as leadership, special skills or expertise shared. Criteria may be project specific or general support and volunteerism. In recognition of this award, the Searings received a $25 Coldwater Area Chamber of Commerce Debit Card.

Tibbits is always looking for more volunteers in a variety of areas: ushering, working the gift shop or concessions, doing general office help, sorting archival materials, planting flowers, decorating the theatre, and much more. Those interested in volunteering should contact Tirsha Odisher at Tibbits at 517-278-6029 or boxoffice@Tibbits.org. Tibbits Opera House is located at 14 S. Hanchett Street, Coldwater, MI. www.Tibbits.org.

Tibbits Names Linda Bowers January Volunteer of the Month

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COLDWATER – From gardening to decorating the theatre for Christmas to taking tickets and assisting with mailings, volunteer newcomer Linda Bowers has been named Tibbits’ January volunteer of the month for her fast submersion into the fabric of the historic theatre.

Though she is a Coldwater native, Bowers only became involved in Tibbits a year ago after retiring from a career in nursing in 2020. She and her husband Cliff grew up and met in Coldwater. “Coldwater is a community that understands the importance of education, culture and support. We saw these community attributes amplified as we raised our two children, Cliff and Sonya here,” she said.

Linda Bowers VoM
Linda Bowers has been named Tibbits’ January Volunteer of the Month for performing multiple volunteer roles to help the historic theatre.

Along with volunteering at Tibbits, being retired has allowed Bowers to pursue personal interests such as gardening, reading, crafting, decorating for holidays and spending time with family and friends.

Bowers loves volunteering for Tibbits, saying, “Tibbits is a treasured gem within our community. The staff is exceptional and easy to work with. By volunteering at Tibbits I have learned that there is a place where I can hone my interest and talents while giving back to a community that has given my family so much.”

In recognition for her service, Bowers has been awarded a $25 Coldwater Area Chamber of Commerce debit card. The Volunteer of the Month is chosen based on hours, service, management, and any special talents or experience they may offer. The decision may depend upon a particular event or project, or for general support for the theatre and the performing arts.

Tibbits welcomes volunteers in theatre roles including ushering, working at the Ghost Light Bar, assisting in the office, sorting archival materials, decorating, and much more. If you’re interested in volunteering please contact Tirsha Odisher at Tibbits at 517-278-6029 or boxoffice@Tibbits.org. Tibbits Opera House is located at 14 S. Hanchett Street, Coldwater, MI. www.Tibbits.org.

Tibbits Names Linda Ives December Volunteer of the Month

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COLDWATER –The holidays proved to be an eventful time at Tibbits Opera House with several plays and a nearly sold-out performance from Siberian Solstice. The year could not have ended so well without the support from the volunteer staff including longtime supporter Linda Ives, who has been named December’s volunteer of the month.

Linda Ives has been named Tibbits’ December Volunteer of the Month for performing multiple roles during Siberian Solstice.

From making food to being the hospitality greeter for the band to acting as the gift shop attendant the night of Siberian Solstice, Ives carried out multiple positions on short notice. She has been a part of Tibbits since the 1970s when she began to see different performances as a patron. In 1985, Ives turned to volunteering for the historic theatre and began to house summer actors which gave her insight on how much work they put into every performance. For seven years Ives organized ushers and assisted with hospitality for Entertainment Series events. She has also joined in on bulk mailings, program folding, and sorting for the annual auction. She has been a key volunteer and supporter of Tibbits for many years.

Ives grew up in Paw Paw where her mother took her to many plays and musical performances. She graduated from WMU in 1972 with a BA in Teaching Special Education and received an MA from St. Francis College in 1979. She got her first teaching job in Coldwater with the Branch Intermediate School District in 1973 and stayed until she retired in 2003. Currently Ives teaches Tai Chi at the Burnside Senior Center, helps at the Literacy Council, and is a member of the Coldwater Area Garden Club. She enjoys reading, biking, and all things crafting (knitting, crocheting, sewing, tatting, paper crafts and more!) in her spare time.

Her dedication to Tibbits allows her to meet new people while seeing different shows and how they come together for a great performance or event. She said, “There’s always something to learn and the staff are always so appreciative no matter what we do. Helping keep this great theatre here is a good feeling.”

In recognition for her service, Ives has been awarded a $25 Coldwater Area Chamber of Commerce debit card. The Volunteer of the Month is chosen based on hours, service, management, and any special talents or experience they may offer. The decision may depend upon a particular event or project, or for general support for the theatre and the performing arts.

Tibbits welcomes volunteers in theatre roles including ushering, working at the Ghost Light Bar, assisting in the office, sorting archival materials, decorating, and much more. If you’re interested in volunteering please contact Tirsha Odisher at Tibbits at 517-278-6029 or boxoffice@Tibbits.org. Tibbits Opera House is located at 14 S. Hanchett Street, Coldwater, MI. www.Tibbits.org.

Tibbits Names Shannon King November Volunteer of the Month

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COLDWATER –With the return of concerts and films plus a record-breaking auction, Tibbits Opera House has had a busy fall that would not be possible without assistance from its volunteers, including newcomer Shannon King who has been named Tibbits’ November Volunteer of the Month.

King joined the volunteer group this fall, but has jumped in wholeheartedly, assisting in multiple areas of volunteerism. Along with preparing bulk mailings and helping fold fabric in the costume shop, she played a critical role in Tibbits’ Annual Auction as a committee member and volunteer during the event.

Shannon King has been named Tibbits’ November Volunteer of the Month for her recent work as an auction committee member and other volunteer work at the historic theatre.

Originally from Jonesville, King and her husband Todd lived in Ann Arbor and Arizona before moving to Coldwater in 2003 to be closer to family. Married for 21 years, they have two children, Alison and Brennen. Shannon has been a stay-at-home mom for the last three years, previously working as the school secretary for St. Charles Borromeo Catholic School. Her current hobbies are supporting her children in their athletic endeavors and volunteering. 

According to King, “the number one reason for volunteering is simply the Tibbits staff and the other volunteers. Everyone has been incredibly friendly, helpful and considerate!” She added, “They have all been warm and welcoming and have made me feel like I have been a part of the volunteer staff for years.”

In recognition for her service, she has been awarded a $25 Coldwater Area Chamber of Commerce debit card. The Volunteer of the Month is chosen based on hours, service, management, and any special talents or experience they may offer. The decision may depend upon a particular event or project, or for general support for the theatre and the performing arts.

Tibbits welcomes volunteers in theatre roles including ushering, working at the Ghost Light Bar, assisting in the office, sorting archival materials, decorating, and much more. If you’re interested in volunteering please contact Tirsha Odisher at Tibbits at 517-278-6029 or boxoffice@Tibbits.org. Tibbits Opera House is located at 14 S. Hanchett Street, Coldwater, MI. www.Tibbits.org.

Tibbits Names Fall Volunteers of the Month

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  • Jan Baughey
  • Judy Bonnell
  • Carol Coyle

Tibbits has named their August, September and October volunteers of the month, including including Jan Baughey, Judy Bonnell, and Carol Coyle for their help with folding programs and bulk mailings, ushering, selling raffle tickets, soliciting donations for the auction, and more at the historic theatre.

COLDWATER – After a busy fall event schedule that included a record-breaking annual auction which relied heavily on volunteers, Tibbits has named their August, September and October volunteers of the month, including Jan Baughey, Judy Bonnell, and Carol Coyle; respectively.

Having just moved here in the spring of 2021, August Volunteer of the Month is Coldwater newcomer Jan Baughey. The view from her apartment window is of Tibbits and she was in awe of its beauty, so she went over to the theatre one afternoon and ran into a volunteer working a show. The volunteer was so nice and was so happy doing it that Jan decided she should try it as well. Since then, Baughey has ushered, helped in the gift shop, sold auction raffle tickets, and worked on bulk mailings.

Originally from Somerset, Baughey is the youngest of seven children, and has an identical twin sister.  She has two children and three grandchildren.  Along with volunteering at Tibbits and spending time with her family, her hobbies include music, art, reading, being in nature, cooking and gardening.

Baughey is “overwhelmed by the joy and positivity I have received from working with others at Tibbits. I am so grateful that the first volunteer was so interested in answering my questions and encouraging me to volunteer.” She continued, “I would encourage others to come join the family of Tibbits volunteers!  This gives my life purpose and meaning and I just love it!”

September’s Volunteer of the Month is Judy Bonnell, who is also relatively new to the volunteering with the theatre. Though she only started this summer, she has been very enthusiastic and helpful in several capacities, from ushering to folding programs to doing bulk mailings.  Originally from Columbus, Ind. but spending the summers in Coldwater, she and her husband Doug moved permanently to their house on Rose Lake last winter.

A retired office manager of a church, Bonnell has two grown children and nine grandchildren. In her spare time she enjoys walking, biking, reading, and crossword puzzles. She loves volunteering at Tibbits because she’s been able to meet new friends and get to know Coldwater better. Though she used to be involved in community theatre, she “no longer cares to be on stage. Tibbits gave me an opportunity to still be involved in theatre but in a different way.”

Long-time Tibbits volunteer and supporter Carol Coyle is Tibbits’ October Volunteer of the Month. Back in 2002, Coyle was on staff as Tibbits’ membership coordinator, a position she held for 10 years. Since then, she volunteered on different projects at Tibbits- everything from golf outings to the auctions, which she says are her favorite because “I get a chance to interact with the friendly staff at Tibbits and renew my acquaintances with the businesses in the area.”

Growing up in Ohio, she met her husband David at the University of Dayton and moved to Coldwater when Dave was offered a position in 1977. Since then, she has enjoyed raising their sons in Coldwater and becoming involved in the local community as a little league coach, election inspector, and volunteer on various community projects. Now retired, she enjoys spending time at the local pool, taking long walks, and playing bridge with her best friends.

On being chosen as volunteer of the month, Coyle says, “I am honored…I am just one of many who work to make the annual auction a successful fundraising event. I enjoy soliciting auction items from the generous local businesses. They are willing to open their purses and hearts to support Tibbits.”

 Like the other volunteers, Coyle says, “I encourage others who care for this historic theatre to step up and volunteer as well. It is not only a rewarding experience but a way to meet new friends while expanding one’s horizons.”

Tibbits staff chooses the Volunteer of the Month based on hours and/or service, as well as leadership, special skills or expertise shared. Criteria may be project specific or general support and volunteerism. In recognition of this award, each will receive a $25 Coldwater Area Chamber of Commerce Debit Card.

Tibbits is always looking for more volunteers in a variety of areas: ushering, working the gift shop or concessions, doing general office help, sorting archival materials, planting flowers, decorating the theatre, and much more. Those interested in volunteering should contact Tirsha Odisher at Tibbits at 517-278-6029 or boxoffice@Tibbits.org. Tibbits Opera House is located at 14 S. Hanchett Street, Coldwater, MI. www.Tibbits.org.

Tibbits Names Summer Volunteers of the Month

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COLDWATER – After relying heavily on volunteers to create the best patron experience possible during the busy professional summer theatre season, Tibbits has named their May, June and July volunteers of the month, including Penny Ireland, Ron & Madeline Smith, and Tim & Nedra Kingsbury; respectively.

Lifelong Fremont, Ind. resident Penny Ireland, Tibbits’ May Volunteer of the Month, first started volunteering at Tibbits around 7 years ago at the encouragement of a friend. She has since helped as an usher, greeter, gift shop attendant, and 50/50 seller.

Ireland

“I love everything about Tibbits! It’s a wonderful old theater and the people are great,” Ireland said, continuing, “There isn’t anything I haven’t enjoyed watching at Tibbits and what a great variety of entertainment that is being offered in the community. The people in the surrounding communities should be taking advantage of this venue and more people should volunteer to help this theater succeed!”

When she’s not volunteering at Tibbits, Ireland loves to read, work on jigsaw puzzles, and spend time with her friends and family. She comes from a big family of 10 kids, plus she and her husband Kelyn have three children and five grandchildren, who keep her busy, too!

Tibbits’ June Volunteers of the Month are husband and wife team Ron and Madeline Smith. Madeline has been coming to Tibbits since the late 70s with her children and mother. Now, Ron and Madeline both usher plus Madeline helps with mailings.

The Smiths

Angola, Ind. residents, Madeline is the co-founder of the popular “Tom’s Donuts,” and Ron is a retired Army Sergeant Major and retired Bank Vice President. Madeline has three grown children and Ron has two grown children. Together they have 14 grand and great grandchildren. Madeline enjoys biking, dancing, knitting, and spending time with family. Ron is a professional singer and likes biking and reading. They are both actors and share a love of the theatre, which lead them to volunteer at Tibbits.

Tibbits’ July Volunteers of the Month are another husband and wife team, Nedra and Tim Kingsbury. Though Nedra was involved with Tibbits back in the late 1980s, the pair first became involved together with Tibbits in 2019 when they returned to the community and took part in a community theatre production. Now, they routinely tend bar for events.

The Kingsburys

Both Tim and Nedra grew up in Quincy. After graduation Tim spent many years living working and raising his children in Jackson MI, while Nedra lived in the Grand Rapids area. Finding their way to each other, they are now a blended family with two children each. Tim is a Union Rep with the UFCW Local 951 and Nedra is a claim representative handling Michigan Personal Injury Claims.

When they aren’t volunteering together, they love to travel, ride bikes, and spend time with friends and family, including their newest additions – two German Sheppard puppies. They also show rabbits all over the country together, continuing Tim’s hobby of showing/raising rabbits for over 40 years.

The Kingsburys love the friendships they have made volunteering and being involved with the community theatre.

Tibbits staff chooses the Volunteer of the Month based on hours and/or service, as well as leadership, special skills or expertise shared. Criteria may be project specific or general support and volunteerism. In recognition of this award, each family will receive a $25 Coldwater Area Chamber of Commerce Debit Card.

Tibbits is always looking for more volunteers in a variety of areas: ushering, working the gift shop or concessions, doing general office help, sorting archival materials, planting flowers, decorating the theatre, and much more. Those interested in volunteering should contact Tirsha Odisher at Tibbits at 517-278-6029 or boxoffice@Tibbits.org. Tibbits Opera House is located at 14 S. Hanchett Street, Coldwater, MI. www.Tibbits.org.

Tibbits Names Megan Smith April Volunteer of the Month

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COLDWATER – Through the past year, with ever-changing restrictions on the Tibbits Opera House and its events, volunteers have played a crucial role and for her volunteerism, even through the restrictions, Megan Smith has been named Tibbits’ Volunteer of the Month.

Megan Smith has been named Tibbits’ April volunteer of the month for her recent volunteer work at the historic theatre.

Smith began volunteering with the Tibbits Young Audiences (TYA) program when her daughter was in fourth grade, and though her daughter has outgrown the program, Smith continues to serve as the Flower Coordinator for the TYA shows. She has also volunteered at the Ghost Light Bar, in the gift shop, and as an usher for Popcorn Theatre.

Having been part of the Coldwater community since she was 10 years old, Smith is now married with three children and a granddaughter on the way. She’s currently pursuing her master’s degree in social work while working for Branch Pediatrics.

Smith says she loves volunteering with Tibbits because she loves “seeing kids learn to be part of a team and be proud of themselves!” She adds, “I also love meeting people who are seeing a show for the very first time.”

She has gained many friendships from volunteering. She values them saying, “some of them are like family at this point!”

Tibbits staff chooses the Volunteer of the Month based on hours and/or service, as well as leadership, special skills or expertise shared. Criteria may be project specific or general support and volunteerism. In recognition of this award, Smith received a $25 Coldwater Area Chamber of Commerce Debit Card.

Tibbits is always looking for more volunteers in a variety of areas: ushering, working the gift shop or concessions, doing general office help, sorting archival materials, planting flowers, decorating the theatre, and much more. Those interested in volunteering should contact Tirsha Odisher at Tibbits at 517-278-6029 or boxoffice@Tibbits.org. Tibbits Opera House is located at 14 S. Hanchett Street, Coldwater, MI. www.Tibbits.org.

Tibbits Names Sylvia Johns March Volunteer of the Month

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COLDWATER – Even through closure and a reduction in performances, Tibbits volunteers have continued to play a role and for March the theatre recognized Sylvia Johns as its volunteer of the month.

Johns first became involved with Tibbits in 2005. She has folded programs, helped with bulk mailings, distributed brochures, ushered for community and summer theatre shows, and has helped with beautification of the theatre as well.

Originally from Bronson, Sylvia married Larry Johns in 1966. She has lived in Coldwater for 54 years and also volunteered at the hospital, food pantry, and St. Charles church. She and Larry raised two boys, Kenneth and Kevin, and now she’s enjoying time with four grandsons and a great granddaughter.

Sylvia Johns has been named Tibbits’ March volunteer of the month for her recent volunteer work at the historic theatre.

She worked at TI Automotive for 32 years as shipping and receiving clerk and quality inspector. When she retired in 2002, she began her volunteerism. She loves working with flowers and gardening and making homemade strawberry and grape jelly using product from her own garden.

Johns has been in different theatres, but she says, “Tibbits is the most beautiful one I have seen. It may not be originally updated yet but it has come a long way since I have lived here. Everything takes time and money and I have loved seeing progress every year. I love all the people I volunteer with and have met a lot of nice people and we have fun. It makes you want to go back and as often as you can. I am glad we have people that do that to keep the theatre going.”

She continued, “When I volunteer at the theatre and meet people from different places it makes me feel good that people come from far and near to see the great plays and beautiful theatre. I always tell them to be sure and come back and enjoy more great plays that we will have. The best experience I can say is knowing that I am volunteering for a beautiful theatre that was saved from destruction and can now be enjoyed by everyone.”

Tibbits staff chooses the Volunteer of the Month based on hours and/or service, as well as leadership, special skills or expertise shared. Criteria may be project specific or general support and volunteerism. In recognition of this award, Johns received a $25 Coldwater Area Chamber of Commerce Debit Card.

Tibbits is always looking for more volunteers in a variety of areas: ushering, working the gift shop or concessions, doing general office help, sorting archival materials, planting flowers, decorating the theatre, and much more. Those interested in volunteering should contact Tirsha Odisher at Tibbits at 517-278-6029 or boxoffice@Tibbits.org. Tibbits Opera House is located at 14 S. Hanchett Street, Coldwater, MI. www.Tibbits.org.

Tibbits January Volunteer of the Month: Luba Fry

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COLDWATER – For her recent organizational help with Tibbits’ costume shop overhaul, Tibbits has named Luba Fry as its January volunteer of the month.

After moving to Coldwater in summer of 2016, Fry became involved with Tibbits in 2017 as an usher and a bartender. In the fall she helped enter auction items into the database. Recently, she helped sort, photograph, and catalog several hundred wigs as part of the costume shop’s major overhaul.

Named Tibbits’ January volunteer of the month, Luba Fry shows off some of the work she’s done photographing and cataloging the theatre’s collection of wigs.

Born in Leningrad, USSR, she moved to New York City as a child. After graduating, she trained as a nurse and served in the U.S. Army. After her travels, she found herself in the Coldwater area with her husband Don and their son Dale. Having access to a lot of theatrical opportunities in NYC, and having always loved live theatre, Fry says “It’s a big treat to find Tibbits in this small town.  I immediately wanted to be part of the Tibbits family in any way that I could.”

A former nurse, she currently spends her time enjoying life by hiking and taking in nature as well as volunteering, dancing, and supporting the arts.

Fry says she loves being a volunteer with Tibbits because “I love the feeling of helping to promote the arts and being part of this community.” 

The Volunteer of the Month is chosen by Tibbits staff. Selection is based on the hours and/or service, as well as leadership, special skills or expertise shared. Criteria may be project specific or general support and volunteerism. In recognition of this award, Fry received a $25 Coldwater Area Chamber of Commerce Debit Card.

Tibbits is always looking for more volunteers in a variety of areas: ushering, working the gift shop or concessions area, doing general office help, sorting archival materials, planting flowers, decorating the theatre, and much more. Those interested in volunteering should contact Tirsha Odisher at Tibbits at 517-278-6029 or boxoffice@Tibbits.org. Tibbits Opera House is located at 14 S. Hanchett Street, Coldwater, MI. www.Tibbits.org.

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