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Episode #1297 - December 14th, 2023
American's Tallest Fresh Cut Christmas Tree this year is on display behind the Inn at Saint Mary's. We sent Dave instead of Courtney just to make sure she didn't add it to her collection! Dave talked with John T. Phair to find out why he started the tradition of bringing a large tree to this location, decorating it, and then sharing it with the community. A holiday tradition that was recently brought back to life is The Gift of Lights at the Potawatomi Zoo. Back by popular demand "A Lerner Christmas" presented by Premier Arts.
Original Airdate: December 14, 2023

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  • December 14th, 2023 Photo
    America\'s Tallest Fresh Cut Christmas Tree
    John T. Phair More Information
    December 14th, 2023 Photo

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    Now thru January 8th, 2024
    behind the Inn at Saint Mary's
    53393 IN-933
    South Bend, IN

    American's Tallest Fresh Cut Christmas Tree this year is on display behind the Inn at Saint Mary's. We sent Dave instead of Courtney just to make sure she didn't add it to her collection! Dave talked with John T. Phair to find out why he started the tradition of bringing a large tree to this location, decorating it, and then sharing it with the community.

    Guests

    1. John T. PhairChairmanHolladay Hospitality Group

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    The Gift of Lights
    Josh Sisk More Information
    December 14th, 2023 Photo

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    Potawatomi Zoo
    500 S Greenlawn Ave
    South Bend, IN
    PotawatomiZoo.org
    https://facebook.com/PotawatomiZoo

    November 24 - December 23
    Fridays & Saturdays 5-9pm, Sundays 5-8pm

    A holiday tradition that was recently brought back to life is The Gift of Lights at the Potawatomi Zoo. Kelly visited the zoo to find out how it is transformed into a winter wonderland filled with lights, a Christmas Train, Hot Cocoa and so much more. Fridays thru Sundays now until December 23rd the zoo will be open at night to help celebrate the season with The Gift of Lights!

    Guests

    1. Josh SiskExecutive DirectorPotawatomi Zoo

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    A Lerner Christmas
    Brian Thomas, Geoffrey Owens, Susan Arneaud, Craig Gibson More Information
    December 14th, 2023 Photo

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    December 15, 16 & 17
    The Lerner Theatre
    410 S Main St
    Elkhart, IN

    PremierArts.org
    https://facebook.com/Prem1erArts

    Back by popular demand "A Lerner Christmas" presented by Premier Arts. Courtney had a chance to talk with Executive Artistic Director Craig Gibson and some of the ensemble about what makes this show so special to bring to the community. There are over 70 people that will take the stage during the show which is filled with a lot a classics but with a Premier Arts twist. It's all happening this Friday, Saturday and Sunday. There is even a special kids production Saturday afternoon. Get info and tickets on their website.

    Guests

    1. Brian ThomasEnsemble Member
    2. Geoffrey OwensEnsemble Member
    3. Susan ArneaudEnsemble Member
    4. Craig GibsonExecutive Artistic DirectorPremier Arts

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