Dwight D. Eisenhower

Presidential Library and Museum

PO Box 339 · 200 SE 4th Street · Abilene, KS 67410 · 785.263.6700 · 877.RING.IKE
www.eisenhower.archives.gov

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

January 20, 2015

Samantha Kenner, Communications Director

785.263.6764 | 877.RING.IKE

Arts Council Valentine Concert to Feature Sinatra Sounds

ABILENE, Kan. - The Arts Council of Dickinson County is hosting a Valentine concert on Saturday, February 7 at the Eisenhower Presidential Library Courtyard.

Les Lankhorst, a professional vocalist and entertainer from Salina, Kan., is the featured artist. He has performed favorites from Frank Sinatra, Neil Diamond and Elvis Presley to international audiences. Lankhorst's live band includes regional musicians Tim Johnson on drums, Gayle McMillen on keyboard, and Jesse Smith on bass.

A dessert buffet by AppleMint Catering features red velvet cupcakes, pecan pie bites, and tiramisu. Bar service available by cash donation.

The event begins at 7 p.m. Tickets must be purchased by noon on Wednesday, February 4th by calling 785-263-1884. Tickets for Arts Council members are $20 each/$35 per pair. Non-members may purchase tickets for $25 each or $40 per pair.

Contact the Arts Council at 785.263.1884 or visit their web site at www.artscouncildc.org to learn more about their mission and how to become a member.

The Arts Council is a 501(c)3 nonprofit whose mission is to act as a coordinating, educational and service organization to foster, promote, encourage and increase the knowledge of the arts in Dickinson County.

The Eisenhower Presidential Library, Museum and Boyhood Home, a nonpartisan federal institution, is part of the Presidential Libraries network operated by the National Archives and Records Administration. Presidential Libraries promote understanding of the presidency and the American experience. We preserve and provide access to historical materials, support research, and create interactive programs and exhibits that educate and inspire.

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