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We're nearing the end of 2009 and the first half of the NKC's 24th choir season!    I am impressed by the hard work of the choir and their deliberate effort to bring their personal best with each performance.    
 
Our last engagement for LOVE INC was  wonderful.   But let us not forget that this wind of increased effort began this past summer with Vacation Bible School and the summer series of rehearsals for the Kids's awesome concert at the Oregon State Fair.   We moved forward to perform at the Muddy Boot Festival and a performance at our first annual Gospel Brunch;  all with a small contingent of choir members!  Here we are with new faces in the choir and an excitement to be part of something wonderful.   This is a witness of God's faithful blessings on the No! Kidding! Choir Ministry.
 
I am extremely appreciative of the parent/guardians who make sure their NKC Kids are present at rehearsals, engagements, and special choir activities.   Also, I would like to thank all parents who volunteer their time to donate snacks, help with carpooling, help clean the music center, chaperone, etc...  Thank you!
 
So, as we continue to move forward, please realize that there are many supporters of NKC that are praying for the ministry and directly for the children of NKC and you as parent/guardians.
 
Be Blessed
Janice Hopkins
NKC Director
 

We're moving forward!   NKC is such an opportunity for children to experience the reading, writing, and arthematic of Salvation - the fundementals.   The world is ever changing and God never changes.   But how we communicate the gospel should change.   Through our concerts we  witness God's everlasting love to all people, and that His redemptive act of unfailing love can transform any life. 

 

The children of NKC learn how to interact with each other regardless of the barriers that keep our world apart.   This is translated in their performances.    We want to share this witness with as many people possible.   Therefore, our annual SHOWTIME GOSPEL CONCERT will be  free, open to the public and suitable for all ages. Donations will be gladly accepted.  

 

We are preparing a Showtime evening that will embrace and connect us!   We're offering a silent auction as well as an off-the-hook concert.   The silent auction will consist of a queen-sized quilt made by friends of NKC, themed gift baskets, and whatever else we can have donated. 

 

Proceeds from this wonderful evening will pay for lodging for the Choir's trip to Washington, D.C. next spring.

Our free  Showtime  Gospel Concert will include a silent auction!   So far we have one confirmed donated item to auction off and that's a queen-sized quilt to be made by a team wonderful women; a Carribbean dinner for 2 by Chaka's Kitchen; gift certificates from the Pine State Biscuits; Guitar lessons, and 2 Blazer game tickets!    We're asking that NKC parent/guardians donate a themed basket to the silent auction.  Below are suggested themes:

 

These are just a few of the many creations that can be thought of.   If you can do this, please email me at jhopkins@nokiddingchoir.com and I will put your name on the list.   

 

 In terms of a dead-line, I am putting together a committee to oversee the silent auction,   But, remember our event date is Friday, April 30, 2010 at Augustana Lutheran Church.   We'll use the lower level hall for the auction.

 

We really need your and  here are  a fews ways you can do that:

The quilt we'll make for the silent auction will be black, white, and a splash of spice (red).    We're asking each NKC familyto  donate 2 yards of 100% cotton that is either a solid color or a print.   Take a look at the samples in the picture!

We would love to have the fabric before winter break, so we can get started on it now!    If you can not, please give your fabric to Mrs. Hopkins by the 2nd week in January 2010.    

 

Your help is really needed on this project!

WHEN:   Thursday, December 10, 2009

 

WHERE:  Arelene Schnitzer Concert Hall located downtown of the corner

                   of SW Broadway & Main

 

TIME:      7:30 p.m.   Please enter the front doors by 7:15 p.m. 

                   Please be prompt!

 

WHAT:   This opportunity is for NKC Kids only and they must be accompanied

                  by their parent/guardian or a designated adult (over 21).  

 

Thanks in advance for your support in making this opporunity rewarding for the NKC Kids and helping them remember to be at their personal best! 

 

Fill out the permission slip below and return to Mrs. Hopkins at one of the next set of rehearsals.

We're doing t-shirts!  Black with a fun NKC logo in white.   We will wear our new NKC t-shirt for the January 2010 MLK performances at Humboldt (Jan 14th 1pm) and the city-wide MLK Tribute on Jan 18 (Highland Christian Center).

 

I would be awesome if parents could wear the NKC t-shirts in support when the Kids perform!  Think about it! 

Price: $9
(includes initial screen fee)

 

 

NKC will perform in the Humboldt School Community Winter Program.   NKC Kids should arrive no later than 6pm.   NKC Kids head back stage and parent/guardians & other family please remain in the auditorium.

 

The Kids should be dressed in black & white with red accessories (nothering over-the-top or outlandish).

 

We're performing "God's Love Is So Amazing" and "Stand Up!" 

 

 

NKC Kids are welcome to come the celebration.    Bring a wrapped gift that can be enjoyed by a girl or a boy and holiday treats for everyone.

 

 

No rehearsal am or pm Dec 8th, 9th, 10th, 16th