BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Lerner Theatre - ECPv6.8.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Lerner Theatre X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://thelerner.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Lerner Theatre REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Indiana/Indianapolis BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260916T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260916T120000 DTSTAMP:20261022T231937 CREATED:20260128T214639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T194728Z UID:10000388-1789556400-1789560000@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Lunchtime Live with Celia Weiss – Kimball Organ Concert DESCRIPTION:The Lerner is pleased to welcome an Elkhart favorite\, Celia Weiss\, back on The Lerner’s 1924 Kimball Organ in this free community series. \nCelia Weiss is one of few musical artists who hold the enviable record of having served as a soloist on two different musical instruments. A pianist and organist well known to local audiences\, the artist has appeared on numerous occasions with the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra\, the South Bend Symphony Orchestra\, the IUSB Philharmonic\, the Manchester University Symphony Orchestra\, and in recitals throughout the area. \nMrs. Weiss is an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Music at IUSB for the Raclin School of the Arts where she teaches organ. She is a past recipient of the IUSB Merit Status and Outstanding Alumni Awards. She holds a B.M.E from Manchester College and a M.M. in Piano from Indiana University. An educator as well as a performer\, she has taught music in the Elkhart and Goshen Community Schools and piano at Goshen College. Since 1975 she has held the position of Director of Music and Organist for the First Presbyterian Church in Elkhart. She is a frequent accompanist for the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra and performs several piano and organ concerts for the Lerner Theatre’s “Lunchtime Live!” each year. \nThe 1924 Kimball pipe organ located in Elkhart\, Indiana’s Lerner Theatre is one of only two Kimball pipe organs currently installed in its original location. The organ was restored following the 2011 renovation of the theatre which opened on Thanksgiving Day\, 1924. After the restoration\, a crew of nearly 20 from Bunn-Minnick Pipe Organs of Columbus\, Ohio\, spent three weeks hoisting equipment and filling the two pipe chambers with more than 1\,000 pipes. The project absorbed nearly 10\,000 man-hours for the crew over a year. \n \n \n \n \n \n BEHIND THE CURTAIN: A GUIDED THEATRE TOUR\nFollowing each Lunchtime Live Kimball Organ Concert\, audiences are invited to step behind the curtain and experience the Lerner Theatre in a whole new way with Behind the Curtain: A Guided Theatre Tour. \nHeld immediately after the concert\, these guided tours offer a fascinating look at the theatre’s rich history\, stunning architecture\, and behind-the-scenes spaces that bring the Lerner’s magic to life. Tours are $10 per person\, with tickets available in advance or at the Lerner Theatre Box Office on the day of the tour. No reservations are required. \nProceeds from guided tours directly benefit the Lerner Theatre Volunteer Group.Access to certain areas of the theatre is subject to change due to event schedules. URL:https://thelerner.com/event/lunchtime-live-with-celia-weiss-kimball-organ-concert-2026/2026-09-16/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Event,Just Announced,Kimball Organ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Lunchtime-Live-2026-1920x1080-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260520T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260520T120000 DTSTAMP:20261022T231937 CREATED:20260128T214639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T194728Z UID:10000387-1779274800-1779278400@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Lunchtime Live with Celia Weiss – Kimball Organ Concert DESCRIPTION:The Lerner is pleased to welcome an Elkhart favorite\, Celia Weiss\, back on The Lerner’s 1924 Kimball Organ in this free community series. \nCelia Weiss is one of few musical artists who hold the enviable record of having served as a soloist on two different musical instruments. A pianist and organist well known to local audiences\, the artist has appeared on numerous occasions with the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra\, the South Bend Symphony Orchestra\, the IUSB Philharmonic\, the Manchester University Symphony Orchestra\, and in recitals throughout the area. \nMrs. Weiss is an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Music at IUSB for the Raclin School of the Arts where she teaches organ. She is a past recipient of the IUSB Merit Status and Outstanding Alumni Awards. She holds a B.M.E from Manchester College and a M.M. in Piano from Indiana University. An educator as well as a performer\, she has taught music in the Elkhart and Goshen Community Schools and piano at Goshen College. Since 1975 she has held the position of Director of Music and Organist for the First Presbyterian Church in Elkhart. She is a frequent accompanist for the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra and performs several piano and organ concerts for the Lerner Theatre’s “Lunchtime Live!” each year. \nThe 1924 Kimball pipe organ located in Elkhart\, Indiana’s Lerner Theatre is one of only two Kimball pipe organs currently installed in its original location. The organ was restored following the 2011 renovation of the theatre which opened on Thanksgiving Day\, 1924. After the restoration\, a crew of nearly 20 from Bunn-Minnick Pipe Organs of Columbus\, Ohio\, spent three weeks hoisting equipment and filling the two pipe chambers with more than 1\,000 pipes. The project absorbed nearly 10\,000 man-hours for the crew over a year. \n \n \n \n \n \n BEHIND THE CURTAIN: A GUIDED THEATRE TOUR\nFollowing each Lunchtime Live Kimball Organ Concert\, audiences are invited to step behind the curtain and experience the Lerner Theatre in a whole new way with Behind the Curtain: A Guided Theatre Tour. \nHeld immediately after the concert\, these guided tours offer a fascinating look at the theatre’s rich history\, stunning architecture\, and behind-the-scenes spaces that bring the Lerner’s magic to life. Tours are $10 per person\, with tickets available in advance or at the Lerner Theatre Box Office on the day of the tour. No reservations are required. \nProceeds from guided tours directly benefit the Lerner Theatre Volunteer Group.Access to certain areas of the theatre is subject to change due to event schedules. URL:https://thelerner.com/event/lunchtime-live-with-celia-weiss-kimball-organ-concert-2026/2026-05-20/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Event,Just Announced,Kimball Organ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Lunchtime-Live-2026-1920x1080-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260318T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260318T130000 DTSTAMP:20261022T231937 CREATED:20260313T213952Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T213953Z UID:10000422-1773835200-1773838800@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Lunchtime Live with Celia Weiss – Kimball Organ Concert DESCRIPTION:The Lerner is pleased to welcome an Elkhart favorite\, Celia Weiss\, back on The Lerner’s 1924 Kimball Organ in this free community series. \nCelia Weiss is one of few musical artists who hold the enviable record of having served as a soloist on two different musical instruments. A pianist and organist well known to local audiences\, the artist has appeared on numerous occasions with the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra\, the South Bend Symphony Orchestra\, the IUSB Philharmonic\, the Manchester University Symphony Orchestra\, and in recitals throughout the area. \nMrs. Weiss is an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Music at IUSB for the Raclin School of the Arts where she teaches organ. She is a past recipient of the IUSB Merit Status and Outstanding Alumni Awards. She holds a B.M.E from Manchester College and a M.M. in Piano from Indiana University. An educator as well as a performer\, she has taught music in the Elkhart and Goshen Community Schools and piano at Goshen College. Since 1975 she has held the position of Director of Music and Organist for the First Presbyterian Church in Elkhart. She is a frequent accompanist for the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra and performs several piano and organ concerts for the Lerner Theatre’s “Lunchtime Live!” each year. \nThe 1924 Kimball pipe organ located in Elkhart\, Indiana’s Lerner Theatre is one of only two Kimball pipe organs currently installed in its original location. The organ was restored following the 2011 renovation of the theatre which opened on Thanksgiving Day\, 1924. After the restoration\, a crew of nearly 20 from Bunn-Minnick Pipe Organs of Columbus\, Ohio\, spent three weeks hoisting equipment and filling the two pipe chambers with more than 1\,000 pipes. The project absorbed nearly 10\,000 man-hours for the crew over a year. \n \n \n \n \n \n BEHIND THE CURTAIN: A GUIDED THEATRE TOUR\nFollowing each Lunchtime Live Kimball Organ Concert\, audiences are invited to step behind the curtain and experience the Lerner Theatre in a whole new way with Behind the Curtain: A Guided Theatre Tour. \nHeld immediately after the concert\, these guided tours offer a fascinating look at the theatre’s rich history\, stunning architecture\, and behind-the-scenes spaces that bring the Lerner’s magic to life. Tours are $10 per person\, with tickets available in advance or at the Lerner Theatre Box Office on the day of the tour. No reservations are required. \nProceeds from guided tours directly benefit the Lerner Theatre Volunteer Group.Access to certain areas of the theatre is subject to change due to event schedules. URL:https://thelerner.com/event/lunchtime-live-with-celia-weiss-kimball-organ-concert-2026-2/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Free Event,Just Announced,Kimball Organ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Lunchtime-Live-2026-1920x1080-MARCH-18.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251217T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251217T130000 DTSTAMP:20261022T231937 CREATED:20250226T155533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T165313Z UID:10000271-1765969200-1765976400@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Lunchtime Live with Celia Weiss – Kimball Organ Concert DESCRIPTION:The Lerner is pleased to welcome an Elkhart favorite\, Celia Weiss\, back on The Lerner’s 1924 Kimball Organ in this free community series. \nCelia Weiss is one of few musical artists who hold the enviable record of having served as a soloist on two different musical instruments. A pianist and organist well known to local audiences\, the artist has appeared on numerous occasions with the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra\, the South Bend Symphony Orchestra\, the IUSB Philharmonic\, the Manchester University Symphony Orchestra\, and in recitals throughout the area. \nMrs. Weiss is an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Music at IUSB for the Raclin School of the Arts where she teaches organ. She is a past recipient of the IUSB Merit Status and Outstanding Alumni Awards. She holds a B.M.E from Manchester College and a M.M. in Piano from Indiana University. An educator as well as a performer\, she has taught music in the Elkhart and Goshen Community Schools and piano at Goshen College. Since 1975 she has held the position of Director of Music and Organist for the First Presbyterian Church in Elkhart. She is a frequent accompanist for the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra and performs several piano and organ concerts for the Lerner Theatre’s “Lunchtime Live!” each year. \nThe 1924 Kimball pipe organ located in Elkhart\, Indiana’s Lerner Theatre is one of only two Kimball pipe organs currently installed in its original location. The organ was restored following the 2011 renovation of the theatre which opened on Thanksgiving Day\, 1924. After the restoration\, a crew of nearly 20 from Bunn-Minnick Pipe Organs of Columbus\, Ohio\, spent three weeks hoisting equipment and filling the two pipe chambers with more than 1\,000 pipes. The project absorbed nearly 10\,000 man-hours for the crew over a year. URL:https://thelerner.com/event/lunchtime-live-2025/2025-12-17/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Free Event,Kimball Organ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Lunchtime-Live-2025-1920x1080-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251207T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251207T150000 DTSTAMP:20261022T231937 CREATED:20251110T153626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T161408Z UID:10000361-1765119600-1765119600@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Elkhart Municipal Band presents: The North Pole Radio Hour DESCRIPTION:Join YOUR Elkhart Municipal Band as we kick off our 88th season with a holiday celebration… The North Pole Radio Hour!\n \nDirector Scott Spradling will lead the band in a series of festive holiday themed music\, featuring old time favorites and some entertaining twists on familiar themes!\n \nIn this time of heightened need for our neighbors\, your EMB will be collecting food for a community food drive. Please bring non-perishable goods with you to the concert.\n \nThat’s not all! You love it\, we love it: TUBACHRISTMAS IS BACK! Follow Elkhart Municipal Band on Facebook for more details as we approach the concert.\n \nAs always\, Elkhart Municipal Band performances are free and family friendly. All ages\, abilities\, and persons are welcome. We hope to see you there!\n \n\n\n\nThis is a free event. No tickets are required for entry. URL:https://thelerner.com/event/elkhart-municipal-band-presents-the-north-pole-radio-hour/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Featured,Free Event,Just Announced,Kimball Organ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Winter-Concert-1920x1080-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Elkhart Municipal Band":MAILTO:ElkMunBand@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250924T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250924T130000 DTSTAMP:20261022T231937 CREATED:20250226T155533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T165313Z UID:10000270-1758711600-1758718800@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Lunchtime Live with Celia Weiss – Kimball Organ Concert DESCRIPTION:The Lerner is pleased to welcome an Elkhart favorite\, Celia Weiss\, back on The Lerner’s 1924 Kimball Organ in this free community series. \nCelia Weiss is one of few musical artists who hold the enviable record of having served as a soloist on two different musical instruments. A pianist and organist well known to local audiences\, the artist has appeared on numerous occasions with the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra\, the South Bend Symphony Orchestra\, the IUSB Philharmonic\, the Manchester University Symphony Orchestra\, and in recitals throughout the area. \nMrs. Weiss is an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Music at IUSB for the Raclin School of the Arts where she teaches organ. She is a past recipient of the IUSB Merit Status and Outstanding Alumni Awards. She holds a B.M.E from Manchester College and a M.M. in Piano from Indiana University. An educator as well as a performer\, she has taught music in the Elkhart and Goshen Community Schools and piano at Goshen College. Since 1975 she has held the position of Director of Music and Organist for the First Presbyterian Church in Elkhart. She is a frequent accompanist for the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra and performs several piano and organ concerts for the Lerner Theatre’s “Lunchtime Live!” each year. \nThe 1924 Kimball pipe organ located in Elkhart\, Indiana’s Lerner Theatre is one of only two Kimball pipe organs currently installed in its original location. The organ was restored following the 2011 renovation of the theatre which opened on Thanksgiving Day\, 1924. After the restoration\, a crew of nearly 20 from Bunn-Minnick Pipe Organs of Columbus\, Ohio\, spent three weeks hoisting equipment and filling the two pipe chambers with more than 1\,000 pipes. The project absorbed nearly 10\,000 man-hours for the crew over a year. URL:https://thelerner.com/event/lunchtime-live-2025/2025-09-24/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Free Event,Kimball Organ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Lunchtime-Live-2025-1920x1080-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250521T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250521T130000 DTSTAMP:20261022T231937 CREATED:20250226T155533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T165313Z UID:10000269-1747825200-1747832400@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Lunchtime Live with Celia Weiss – Kimball Organ Concert DESCRIPTION:The Lerner is pleased to welcome an Elkhart favorite\, Celia Weiss\, back on The Lerner’s 1924 Kimball Organ in this free community series. \nCelia Weiss is one of few musical artists who hold the enviable record of having served as a soloist on two different musical instruments. A pianist and organist well known to local audiences\, the artist has appeared on numerous occasions with the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra\, the South Bend Symphony Orchestra\, the IUSB Philharmonic\, the Manchester University Symphony Orchestra\, and in recitals throughout the area. \nMrs. Weiss is an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Music at IUSB for the Raclin School of the Arts where she teaches organ. She is a past recipient of the IUSB Merit Status and Outstanding Alumni Awards. She holds a B.M.E from Manchester College and a M.M. in Piano from Indiana University. An educator as well as a performer\, she has taught music in the Elkhart and Goshen Community Schools and piano at Goshen College. Since 1975 she has held the position of Director of Music and Organist for the First Presbyterian Church in Elkhart. She is a frequent accompanist for the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra and performs several piano and organ concerts for the Lerner Theatre’s “Lunchtime Live!” each year. \nThe 1924 Kimball pipe organ located in Elkhart\, Indiana’s Lerner Theatre is one of only two Kimball pipe organs currently installed in its original location. The organ was restored following the 2011 renovation of the theatre which opened on Thanksgiving Day\, 1924. After the restoration\, a crew of nearly 20 from Bunn-Minnick Pipe Organs of Columbus\, Ohio\, spent three weeks hoisting equipment and filling the two pipe chambers with more than 1\,000 pipes. The project absorbed nearly 10\,000 man-hours for the crew over a year. URL:https://thelerner.com/event/lunchtime-live-2025/2025-05-21/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Free Event,Kimball Organ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Lunchtime-Live-2025-1920x1080-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250326T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250326T130000 DTSTAMP:20261022T231937 CREATED:20250226T155533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T165313Z UID:10000268-1742986800-1742994000@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Lunchtime Live with Celia Weiss – Kimball Organ Concert DESCRIPTION:The Lerner is pleased to welcome an Elkhart favorite\, Celia Weiss\, back on The Lerner’s 1924 Kimball Organ in this free community series. \nCelia Weiss is one of few musical artists who hold the enviable record of having served as a soloist on two different musical instruments. A pianist and organist well known to local audiences\, the artist has appeared on numerous occasions with the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra\, the South Bend Symphony Orchestra\, the IUSB Philharmonic\, the Manchester University Symphony Orchestra\, and in recitals throughout the area. \nMrs. Weiss is an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Music at IUSB for the Raclin School of the Arts where she teaches organ. She is a past recipient of the IUSB Merit Status and Outstanding Alumni Awards. She holds a B.M.E from Manchester College and a M.M. in Piano from Indiana University. An educator as well as a performer\, she has taught music in the Elkhart and Goshen Community Schools and piano at Goshen College. Since 1975 she has held the position of Director of Music and Organist for the First Presbyterian Church in Elkhart. She is a frequent accompanist for the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra and performs several piano and organ concerts for the Lerner Theatre’s “Lunchtime Live!” each year. \nThe 1924 Kimball pipe organ located in Elkhart\, Indiana’s Lerner Theatre is one of only two Kimball pipe organs currently installed in its original location. The organ was restored following the 2011 renovation of the theatre which opened on Thanksgiving Day\, 1924. After the restoration\, a crew of nearly 20 from Bunn-Minnick Pipe Organs of Columbus\, Ohio\, spent three weeks hoisting equipment and filling the two pipe chambers with more than 1\,000 pipes. The project absorbed nearly 10\,000 man-hours for the crew over a year. URL:https://thelerner.com/event/lunchtime-live-2025/2025-03-26/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Free Event,Kimball Organ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Lunchtime-Live-2025-1920x1080-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241218T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241218T130000 DTSTAMP:20261022T231937 CREATED:20240206T212152Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T160048Z UID:10000091-1734519600-1734526800@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Lunchtime Live with Celia Weiss – Kimball Organ Concert DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to welcome an Elkhart favorite\, Celia Weiss\, back on The Lerner’s 1924 Kimball Organ in this free community series. Please join us for three free organ concerts live from The Lerner Theatre stage. \nCelia Weiss is one of few musical artists who hold the enviable record of having served as a soloist on two different musical instruments. A pianist and organist well known to local audiences\, the artist has appeared on numerous occasions with the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra\, the South Bend Symphony Orchestra\, the IUSB Philharmonic\, the Manchester University Symphony Orchestra\, and in recitals throughout the area. \nMrs. Weiss is an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Music at IUSB for the Raclin School of the Arts where she teaches organ. She is a past recipient of the IUSB Merit Status and Outstanding Alumni Awards. She holds a B.M.E from Manchester College and a M.M. in Piano from Indiana University. An educator as well as a performer\, she has taught music in the Elkhart and Goshen Community Schools and piano at Goshen College. Since 1975 she has held the position of Director of Music and Organist for the First Presbyterian Church in Elkhart. She is a frequent accompanist for the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra and performs several piano and organ concerts for the Lerner Theatre’s “Lunchtime Live!” each year. \nThe 1924 Kimball pipe organ located in Elkhart\, Indiana’s Lerner Theatre is one of only three Kimball pipe organs currently installed in its original location. The organ was restored following the 2011 renovation of the theatre which opened on Thanksgiving Day\, 1924. After the restoration\, a crew of nearly 20 from Bunn-Minnick Pipe Organs of Columbus\, Ohio\, spent three weeks hoisting equipment and filling the two pipe chambers with more than 1\,000 pipes. The project absorbed nearly 10\,000 man-hours for the crew over a year. URL:https://thelerner.com/event/lunchtime-live/2024-12-18/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Event,Kimball Organ,Lerner Live! ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Web-Banner-Template-Celia-Weiss2-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241124T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241124T150000 DTSTAMP:20261022T231937 CREATED:20240124T174733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T174949Z UID:10000155-1732460400-1732460400@thelerner.com SUMMARY:The Navigator - Kimball Organ Silent Movie with Organist Clark Wilson DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT IS MADE POSSIBLE BY THE ELKHART COUNTY CVB\, THE FRIENDS OF THE LERNER\, AND THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF ELKHART COUNTY \n\nOn the opening night of The Lerner Theatre in 1924\, the newest of Buster Keaton’s photoplays dawned the silver screen alongside a live accompaniment on the brand-new 1924 Kimball Pipe Organ. One hundred years later\, The Lerner celebrates its centennial year with the return of this film and a commemorative performance on the original 1924 Kimball Organ installed for opening night. Join us in celebration of The Lerner’s 100 years at the last installment of The Lerner’s 2024 Silent Film Series featuring “The Navigator.” \nIn addition to the movie screening\, attendees will be transported through a century of history with costumed ambassadors from Premier Arts\, The Lerner Theatre’s resident theatre company\, offering a glimpse into the energy and excitement of opening day in 1924. The event will also feature the unveiling of The Lerner’s annual holiday window displays\, a stunning visual tribute to the theatre’s legacy over the past 100 years. A complete program will kick off the festivities this Sunday\, November 24th  at 3:00pm with a welcome from Mayor Rod Roberson and Diana Lawson\, as well as a few surprises! \nThe Lerner invites everyone to join us for this landmark occasion as we begin a year-long celebration of our centennial! \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kimball Organist: Clark Wilson \nA native of Ohio\, Clark Wilson began his musical training at age nine.  While growing up he accompanied numerous stage musicals and was organist at several churches.  At this time\, he was listed in “Who’s Who in the Midwest” and “Men of Achievement”. He also holds Life Member status in the International Tri-M Music Honor Society and is listed in “Who’s Who in Executives and Professionals”. \nFollowing several years with the Schantz Organ Company as a reed voicer and tonal finisher.  Clark’s professional playing career began with his appointment to the featured organist post at Pipe Organ Pizza in Milwaukee\, Wisconsin.  He has since been on the playing staffs at the Paramount Music Palace in Indianapolis\, Indiana.  Pipes and Pizza in Lansing\, Illinois\, and is currently associated with Organ Stop Pizza in Mesa\, Arizona\, where he is on the organ staff as well as having assisted with the planning and installation of the world’s largest Wurlitzer organ \nAbout the Instrument: \nThe 1924 Kimball pipe organ located in Elkhart\, Indiana’s Lerner Theatre is one of only three Kimball pipe organs currently installed in its original location. The organ was restored following the 2011 renovation of the theatre which opened on Thanksgiving Day\, 1924. After the restoration\, a crew of nearly 20 from Bunn-Minnick Pipe Organs of Columbus\, Ohio\, spent three weeks hoisting equipment and filling the two pipe chambers with more than 1\,000 pipes. The project absorbed nearly 10\,000 man-hours for the crew over a year. URL:https://thelerner.com/event/the-navigator/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:100 Year Celebration,Friends of the Lerner,Kimball Organ,Movie ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Web-Banner-Template-Silent-Movie-100-Year.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240919T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240919T190000 DTSTAMP:20261022T231937 CREATED:20240124T174333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T161717Z UID:10000151-1726772400-1726772400@thelerner.com SUMMARY:The Cat & The Canary - Kimball Organ Silent Movie with Organist Clark Wilson DESCRIPTION:PRESENTED BY FRIENDS OF THE LERNER ANDSPONSORED BY THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF ELKHART COUNTY \n\n\nGet ready for a night of spine-tingling laughter at the third installment of The Lerner Theatre’s 2024 Silent Film Series featuring the classic gem “The Cat and the Canary”!  \n\n\nThe Lerner invites you for a rollicking ride through the eerie halls of an old mansion as the eccentric relatives of the late Cyrus West gather for the reading of his will. Filled with mysterious twists\, comedic turns\, and a cat that may or may not be on the prowl\, this silent movie promises a delightfully spooky and side-splitting evening.  \n\n\nSilent movies are anything but silent. Transport yourself into an era where silent cinema reigned supreme as renowned organist Clark Wilson performs this captivating selection live from the historic 1924 Kimball Organ. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kimball Organist: Clark Wilson \nA native of Ohio\, Clark Wilson began his musical training at age nine.  While growing up he accompanied numerous stage musicals and was organist at several churches.  At this time\, he was listed in “Who’s Who in the Midwest” and “Men of Achievement”. He also holds Life Member status in the International Tri-M Music Honor Society and is listed in “Who’s Who in Executives and Professionals”. \nFollowing several years with the Schantz Organ Company as a reed voicer and tonal finisher.  Clark’s professional playing career began with his appointment to the featured organist post at Pipe Organ Pizza in Milwaukee\, Wisconsin.  He has since been on the playing staffs at the Paramount Music Palace in Indianapolis\, Indiana.  Pipes and Pizza in Lansing\, Illinois\, and is currently associated with Organ Stop Pizza in Mesa\, Arizona\, where he is on the organ staff as well as having assisted with the planning and installation of the world’s largest Wurlitzer organ \nAbout the Instrument: \nThe 1924 Kimball pipe organ located in Elkhart\, Indiana’s Lerner Theatre is one of only three Kimball pipe organs currently installed in its original location. The organ was restored following the 2011 renovation of the theatre which opened on Thanksgiving Day\, 1924. After the restoration\, a crew of nearly 20 from Bunn-Minnick Pipe Organs of Columbus\, Ohio\, spent three weeks hoisting equipment and filling the two pipe chambers with more than 1\,000 pipes. The project absorbed nearly 10\,000 man-hours for the crew over a year. \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/the-cat-and-the-canary/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Friends of the Lerner,Kimball Organ,Movie ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Web-Banner-Template-cat-canary.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240828T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240828T130000 DTSTAMP:20261022T231937 CREATED:20240206T212152Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T160048Z UID:10000090-1724842800-1724850000@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Lunchtime Live with Celia Weiss – Kimball Organ Concert DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to welcome an Elkhart favorite\, Celia Weiss\, back on The Lerner’s 1924 Kimball Organ in this free community series. Please join us for three free organ concerts live from The Lerner Theatre stage. \nCelia Weiss is one of few musical artists who hold the enviable record of having served as a soloist on two different musical instruments. A pianist and organist well known to local audiences\, the artist has appeared on numerous occasions with the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra\, the South Bend Symphony Orchestra\, the IUSB Philharmonic\, the Manchester University Symphony Orchestra\, and in recitals throughout the area. \nMrs. Weiss is an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Music at IUSB for the Raclin School of the Arts where she teaches organ. She is a past recipient of the IUSB Merit Status and Outstanding Alumni Awards. She holds a B.M.E from Manchester College and a M.M. in Piano from Indiana University. An educator as well as a performer\, she has taught music in the Elkhart and Goshen Community Schools and piano at Goshen College. Since 1975 she has held the position of Director of Music and Organist for the First Presbyterian Church in Elkhart. She is a frequent accompanist for the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra and performs several piano and organ concerts for the Lerner Theatre’s “Lunchtime Live!” each year. \nThe 1924 Kimball pipe organ located in Elkhart\, Indiana’s Lerner Theatre is one of only three Kimball pipe organs currently installed in its original location. The organ was restored following the 2011 renovation of the theatre which opened on Thanksgiving Day\, 1924. After the restoration\, a crew of nearly 20 from Bunn-Minnick Pipe Organs of Columbus\, Ohio\, spent three weeks hoisting equipment and filling the two pipe chambers with more than 1\,000 pipes. The project absorbed nearly 10\,000 man-hours for the crew over a year. URL:https://thelerner.com/event/lunchtime-live/2024-08-28/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Event,Kimball Organ,Lerner Live! ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Web-Banner-Template-Celia-Weiss2-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240626T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240626T130000 DTSTAMP:20261022T231937 CREATED:20240206T212152Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T160048Z UID:10000089-1719399600-1719406800@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Lunchtime Live with Celia Weiss – Kimball Organ Concert DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to welcome an Elkhart favorite\, Celia Weiss\, back on The Lerner’s 1924 Kimball Organ in this free community series. Please join us for three free organ concerts live from The Lerner Theatre stage. \nCelia Weiss is one of few musical artists who hold the enviable record of having served as a soloist on two different musical instruments. A pianist and organist well known to local audiences\, the artist has appeared on numerous occasions with the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra\, the South Bend Symphony Orchestra\, the IUSB Philharmonic\, the Manchester University Symphony Orchestra\, and in recitals throughout the area. \nMrs. Weiss is an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Music at IUSB for the Raclin School of the Arts where she teaches organ. She is a past recipient of the IUSB Merit Status and Outstanding Alumni Awards. She holds a B.M.E from Manchester College and a M.M. in Piano from Indiana University. An educator as well as a performer\, she has taught music in the Elkhart and Goshen Community Schools and piano at Goshen College. Since 1975 she has held the position of Director of Music and Organist for the First Presbyterian Church in Elkhart. She is a frequent accompanist for the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra and performs several piano and organ concerts for the Lerner Theatre’s “Lunchtime Live!” each year. \nThe 1924 Kimball pipe organ located in Elkhart\, Indiana’s Lerner Theatre is one of only three Kimball pipe organs currently installed in its original location. The organ was restored following the 2011 renovation of the theatre which opened on Thanksgiving Day\, 1924. After the restoration\, a crew of nearly 20 from Bunn-Minnick Pipe Organs of Columbus\, Ohio\, spent three weeks hoisting equipment and filling the two pipe chambers with more than 1\,000 pipes. The project absorbed nearly 10\,000 man-hours for the crew over a year. URL:https://thelerner.com/event/lunchtime-live/2024-06-26/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Event,Kimball Organ,Lerner Live! ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Web-Banner-Template-Celia-Weiss2-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240516T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240516T190000 DTSTAMP:20261022T231937 CREATED:20240124T174007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T161729Z UID:10000150-1715886000-1715886000@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Chasing Choo Choos & The General - Kimball Organ Silent Movie with Organist Clark Wilson DESCRIPTION:PRESENTED BY FRIENDS OF THE LERNER ANDSPONSORED BY THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF ELKHART COUNTY \n\n\nAll aboard! Embark on a nostalgic ride through the golden age of silent cinema at the second installment of The Lerner Theatre’s 2024 Silent Film Series showing “Chasing Choo Choos” and “The General!” This spectacular series is presented by The Friends of the Lerner and Sponsored by the Community Foundation of Elkhart County. \n\n\n\nSilent movies are anything but silent. Transport yourself into the golden era of cinema as renowned organist Clark Wilson performs a captivating selection of the classic silent films “Chasing Choo Choos” and “The General.” \n\n\n“Chasing Choo Choos” showcases a delightful journey filled with comedic escapades set against the rhythmic chugging of steam engines and the thrill of railway adventures. Shortly after\, Buster Keaton’s epic masterpiece\, “The General\,” unfolds against the backdrop of a Civil War-era locomotive\, weaving a tale of romance\, daring pursuits\, and breathtaking train sequences. The Kimball Organ’s resounding notes will enhance the drama and intensity\, adding a layer of emotion to both of these cinematic gems. \n\n\nThe Lerner invites you to come aboard and experience the magic of these iconic films\, brought to life by the enchanting melodies of The Lerner Theatre’s restored 1924 Kimball Organ played live during the movies. The magnificent sound of this historic instrument adds a layer of nostalgia and authenticity unlike any other. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kimball Organist: Clark Wilson \nA native of Ohio\, Clark Wilson began his musical training at age nine.  While growing up he accompanied numerous stage musicals and was organist at several churches.  At this time\, he was listed in “Who’s Who in the Midwest” and “Men of Achievement”. He also holds Life Member status in the International Tri-M Music Honor Society and is listed in “Who’s Who in Executives and Professionals”. \nFollowing several years with the Schantz Organ Company as a reed voicer and tonal finisher.  Clark’s professional playing career began with his appointment to the featured organist post at Pipe Organ Pizza in Milwaukee\, Wisconsin.  He has since been on the playing staffs at the Paramount Music Palace in Indianapolis\, Indiana.  Pipes and Pizza in Lansing\, Illinois\, and is currently associated with Organ Stop Pizza in Mesa\, Arizona\, where he is on the organ staff as well as having assisted with the planning and installation of the world’s largest Wurlitzer organ \nAbout the Instrument: \nThe 1924 Kimball pipe organ located in Elkhart\, Indiana’s Lerner Theatre is one of only three Kimball pipe organs currently installed in its original location. The organ was restored following the 2011 renovation of the theatre which opened on Thanksgiving Day\, 1924. After the restoration\, a crew of nearly 20 from Bunn-Minnick Pipe Organs of Columbus\, Ohio\, spent three weeks hoisting equipment and filling the two pipe chambers with more than 1\,000 pipes. The project absorbed nearly 10\,000 man-hours for the crew over a year. \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/chasing-choo-choos-and-the-general/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Friends of the Lerner,Kimball Organ,Movie ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Web-Banner-Template-chasing-choo-choos.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240424T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240424T130000 DTSTAMP:20261022T231937 CREATED:20240206T212152Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T160048Z UID:10000088-1713956400-1713963600@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Lunchtime Live with Celia Weiss – Kimball Organ Concert DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to welcome an Elkhart favorite\, Celia Weiss\, back on The Lerner’s 1924 Kimball Organ in this free community series. Please join us for three free organ concerts live from The Lerner Theatre stage. \nCelia Weiss is one of few musical artists who hold the enviable record of having served as a soloist on two different musical instruments. A pianist and organist well known to local audiences\, the artist has appeared on numerous occasions with the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra\, the South Bend Symphony Orchestra\, the IUSB Philharmonic\, the Manchester University Symphony Orchestra\, and in recitals throughout the area. \nMrs. Weiss is an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Music at IUSB for the Raclin School of the Arts where she teaches organ. She is a past recipient of the IUSB Merit Status and Outstanding Alumni Awards. She holds a B.M.E from Manchester College and a M.M. in Piano from Indiana University. An educator as well as a performer\, she has taught music in the Elkhart and Goshen Community Schools and piano at Goshen College. Since 1975 she has held the position of Director of Music and Organist for the First Presbyterian Church in Elkhart. She is a frequent accompanist for the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra and performs several piano and organ concerts for the Lerner Theatre’s “Lunchtime Live!” each year. \nThe 1924 Kimball pipe organ located in Elkhart\, Indiana’s Lerner Theatre is one of only three Kimball pipe organs currently installed in its original location. The organ was restored following the 2011 renovation of the theatre which opened on Thanksgiving Day\, 1924. After the restoration\, a crew of nearly 20 from Bunn-Minnick Pipe Organs of Columbus\, Ohio\, spent three weeks hoisting equipment and filling the two pipe chambers with more than 1\,000 pipes. The project absorbed nearly 10\,000 man-hours for the crew over a year. URL:https://thelerner.com/event/lunchtime-live/2024-04-24/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Event,Kimball Organ,Lerner Live! ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Web-Banner-Template-Celia-Weiss2-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240321T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240321T190000 DTSTAMP:20261022T231937 CREATED:20240124T165504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T161258Z UID:10000149-1711047600-1711047600@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Laurel & Hardy - Kimball Organ Silent Movie with Organist Clark Wilson DESCRIPTION:PRESENTED BY FRIENDS OF THE LERNER ANDSPONSORED BY THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF ELKHART COUNTY \n\nExperience an evening of timeless entertainment at the first installment of The Lerner Theatre’s 2024 Silent Film Series! \n\n\nImmerse yourself in the golden era of cinema as renowned organist Clark Wilson performs a captivating selection of 4-5 short silent films featuring the legendary comedic duo\, Laurel and Hardy. \n\n\nThe Lerner invites you to step back in time to the 1920s and witness the magic of these iconic films\, brought to life by the enchanting melodies of The Lerner Theatre’s restored 1924 Kimball Organ played live during the movie selections. The magnificent sound of this historic instrument will add a layer of nostalgia and authenticity for the audience\, bringing them back to an era where live performance mixed with digital showings. \n\n\nJoin us for an evening of cinematic and musical mastery\, where Laurel and Hardy’s timeless humor meets The Lerner Theatre’s historic Kimball Organ. This set of Silent Films will be a unique and unforgettable look into the heart of classic cinema\, a celebration of laughter\, music\, and the enduring legacy of two of Hollywood’s most beloved icons. \n\nFeatured FilmsTwo TarsLeave ’em LaughingHabeas CorpusPutting Pants on Philip \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kimball Organist: Clark Wilson \nA native of Ohio\, Clark Wilson began his musical training at age nine.  While growing up he accompanied numerous stage musicals and was organist at several churches.  At this time\, he was listed in “Who’s Who in the Midwest” and “Men of Achievement”. He also holds Life Member status in the International Tri-M Music Honor Society and is listed in “Who’s Who in Executives and Professionals”. \nFollowing several years with the Schantz Organ Company as a reed voicer and tonal finisher.  Clark’s professional playing career began with his appointment to the featured organist post at Pipe Organ Pizza in Milwaukee\, Wisconsin.  He has since been on the playing staffs at the Paramount Music Palace in Indianapolis\, Indiana.  Pipes and Pizza in Lansing\, Illinois\, and is currently associated with Organ Stop Pizza in Mesa\, Arizona\, where he is on the organ staff as well as having assisted with the planning and installation of the world’s largest Wurlitzer organ \nAbout the Instrument: \nThe 1924 Kimball pipe organ located in Elkhart\, Indiana’s Lerner Theatre is one of only three Kimball pipe organs currently installed in its original location. The organ was restored following the 2011 renovation of the theatre which opened on Thanksgiving Day\, 1924. After the restoration\, a crew of nearly 20 from Bunn-Minnick Pipe Organs of Columbus\, Ohio\, spent three weeks hoisting equipment and filling the two pipe chambers with more than 1\,000 pipes. The project absorbed nearly 10\,000 man-hours for the crew over a year. \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/laurel-and-hardy/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Friends of the Lerner,Kimball Organ,Movie ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Web-Banner-Template-Laurel-Hardy.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240228T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240228T130000 DTSTAMP:20261022T231937 CREATED:20240206T212152Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T160048Z UID:10000087-1709118000-1709125200@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Lunchtime Live with Celia Weiss – Kimball Organ Concert DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to welcome an Elkhart favorite\, Celia Weiss\, back on The Lerner’s 1924 Kimball Organ in this free community series. Please join us for three free organ concerts live from The Lerner Theatre stage. \nCelia Weiss is one of few musical artists who hold the enviable record of having served as a soloist on two different musical instruments. A pianist and organist well known to local audiences\, the artist has appeared on numerous occasions with the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra\, the South Bend Symphony Orchestra\, the IUSB Philharmonic\, the Manchester University Symphony Orchestra\, and in recitals throughout the area. \nMrs. Weiss is an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Music at IUSB for the Raclin School of the Arts where she teaches organ. She is a past recipient of the IUSB Merit Status and Outstanding Alumni Awards. She holds a B.M.E from Manchester College and a M.M. in Piano from Indiana University. An educator as well as a performer\, she has taught music in the Elkhart and Goshen Community Schools and piano at Goshen College. Since 1975 she has held the position of Director of Music and Organist for the First Presbyterian Church in Elkhart. She is a frequent accompanist for the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra and performs several piano and organ concerts for the Lerner Theatre’s “Lunchtime Live!” each year. \nThe 1924 Kimball pipe organ located in Elkhart\, Indiana’s Lerner Theatre is one of only three Kimball pipe organs currently installed in its original location. The organ was restored following the 2011 renovation of the theatre which opened on Thanksgiving Day\, 1924. After the restoration\, a crew of nearly 20 from Bunn-Minnick Pipe Organs of Columbus\, Ohio\, spent three weeks hoisting equipment and filling the two pipe chambers with more than 1\,000 pipes. The project absorbed nearly 10\,000 man-hours for the crew over a year. URL:https://thelerner.com/event/lunchtime-live/2024-02-28/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Event,Kimball Organ,Lerner Live! ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Web-Banner-Template-Celia-Weiss2-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20231220T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20231220T130000 DTSTAMP:20261022T231937 CREATED:20230626T141650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T190733Z UID:10000110-1703070000-1703077200@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Lunchtime Live with Celia Weiss - Kimball Organ Concert DESCRIPTION:The Friends of The Lerner is pleased to welcome an Elkhart favorite\, Celia Weiss\, back on The Lerner’s 1924 Kimball Organ in this free community series. Please join us for three free organ concerts live from The Lerner Theatre stage. \nCelia Weiss is one of few musical artists who hold the enviable record of having served as a soloist on two different musical instruments. A pianist and organist well known to local audiences\, the artist has appeared on numerous occasions with the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra\, the South Bend Symphony Orchestra\, the IUSB Philharmonic\, the Manchester University Symphony Orchestra\, and in recitals throughout the area. \nMrs. Weiss is an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Music at IUSB for the Raclin School of the Arts where she teaches organ. She is a past recipient of the IUSB Merit Status and Outstanding Alumni Awards. She holds a B.M.E from Manchester College and a M.M. in Piano from Indiana University. An educator as well as a performer\, she has taught music in the Elkhart and Goshen Community Schools and piano at Goshen College. Since 1975 she has held the position of Director of Music and Organist for the First Presbyterian Church in Elkhart. She is a frequent accompanist for the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra and performs several piano and organ concerts for the Lerner Theatre’s “Lunchtime Live!” each year. \nThe 1924 Kimball pipe organ located in Elkhart\, Indiana’s Lerner Theatre is one of only three Kimball pipe organs currently installed in its original location. The organ was restored following the 2011 renovation of the theatre which opened on Thanksgiving Day\, 1924. After the restoration\, a crew of nearly 20 from Bunn-Minnick Pipe Organs of Columbus\, Ohio\, spent three weeks hoisting equipment and filling the two pipe chambers with more than 1\,000 pipes. The project absorbed nearly 10\,000 man-hours for the crew over a year. \n \n \n \n \n \n Presented by Friends of The Lerner. URL:https://thelerner.com/event/lunchtime-live-with-celia-weiss-kimball-organ-concert/2023-12-20/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Event,Friends of the Lerner,Kimball Organ,Lerner Live! ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Kimball-Organ-Concert-With-Celia-Weiss.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20231119T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20231119T150000 DTSTAMP:20261022T231937 CREATED:20230315T135214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230403T174759Z UID:10000043-1700406000-1700406000@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Kid Brother - Kimball Organ Silent Movie with Organist Clark Wilson DESCRIPTION:PRESENTED BY FRIENDS OF THE LERNER AND SPONSORED BY THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF ELKHART COUNTY AND THE MURPHEY FAMILY \n  \nRun Time: 1 hour and 22 minutes \nStars: Harold Lloyd\, Jobyna Ralston\, and Walter James \nReleased: 1927 \nDescription: A sheriff’s milquetoast son has a chance to prove himself when a medicine show run by con artists comes into town. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kimball Organist: Clark Wilson \nA native of Ohio\, Clark Wilson began his musical training at age nine.  While growing up he accompanied numerous stage musicals and was organist at several churches.  At this time\, he was listed in “Who’s Who in the Midwest” and “Men of Achievement”. He also holds Life Member status in the International Tri-M Music Honor Society and is listed in “Who’s Who in Executives and Professionals”. \nFollowing several years with the Schantz Organ Company as a reed voicer and tonal finisher.  Clark’s professional playing career began with his appointment to the featured organist post at Pipe Organ Pizza in Milwaukee\, Wisconsin.  He has since been on the playing staffs at the Paramount Music Palace in Indianapolis\, Indiana.  Pipes and Pizza in Lansing\, Illinois\, and is currently associated with Organ Stop Pizza in Mesa\, Arizona\, where he is on the organ staff as well as having assisted with the planning and installation of the world’s largest Wurlitzer organ \nAbout the Instrument: \nThe 1924 Kimball pipe organ located in Elkhart\, Indiana’s Lerner Theatre is one of only three Kimball pipe organs currently installed in its original location. The organ was restored following the 2011 renovation of the theatre which opened on Thanksgiving Day\, 1924. After the restoration\, a crew of nearly 20 from Bunn-Minnick Pipe Organs of Columbus\, Ohio\, spent three weeks hoisting equipment and filling the two pipe chambers with more than 1\,000 pipes. The project absorbed nearly 10\,000 man-hours for the crew over a year. \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/kid-brother-kimball-organ-silent-movie/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Friends of the Lerner,Kimball Organ,Show END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20231018T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20231018T130000 DTSTAMP:20261022T231937 CREATED:20230626T141650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T190733Z UID:10000109-1697626800-1697634000@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Lunchtime Live with Celia Weiss - Kimball Organ Concert DESCRIPTION:The Friends of The Lerner is pleased to welcome an Elkhart favorite\, Celia Weiss\, back on The Lerner’s 1924 Kimball Organ in this free community series. Please join us for three free organ concerts live from The Lerner Theatre stage. \nCelia Weiss is one of few musical artists who hold the enviable record of having served as a soloist on two different musical instruments. A pianist and organist well known to local audiences\, the artist has appeared on numerous occasions with the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra\, the South Bend Symphony Orchestra\, the IUSB Philharmonic\, the Manchester University Symphony Orchestra\, and in recitals throughout the area. \nMrs. Weiss is an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Music at IUSB for the Raclin School of the Arts where she teaches organ. She is a past recipient of the IUSB Merit Status and Outstanding Alumni Awards. She holds a B.M.E from Manchester College and a M.M. in Piano from Indiana University. An educator as well as a performer\, she has taught music in the Elkhart and Goshen Community Schools and piano at Goshen College. Since 1975 she has held the position of Director of Music and Organist for the First Presbyterian Church in Elkhart. She is a frequent accompanist for the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra and performs several piano and organ concerts for the Lerner Theatre’s “Lunchtime Live!” each year. \nThe 1924 Kimball pipe organ located in Elkhart\, Indiana’s Lerner Theatre is one of only three Kimball pipe organs currently installed in its original location. The organ was restored following the 2011 renovation of the theatre which opened on Thanksgiving Day\, 1924. After the restoration\, a crew of nearly 20 from Bunn-Minnick Pipe Organs of Columbus\, Ohio\, spent three weeks hoisting equipment and filling the two pipe chambers with more than 1\,000 pipes. The project absorbed nearly 10\,000 man-hours for the crew over a year. \n \n \n \n \n \n Presented by Friends of The Lerner. URL:https://thelerner.com/event/lunchtime-live-with-celia-weiss-kimball-organ-concert/2023-10-18/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Event,Friends of the Lerner,Kimball Organ,Lerner Live! ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Kimball-Organ-Concert-With-Celia-Weiss.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20230914T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20230914T190000 DTSTAMP:20261022T231937 CREATED:20230315T134008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230403T175238Z UID:10000081-1694718000-1694718000@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Zorro - Kimball Organ Silent Movie with Organist Clark Wilson DESCRIPTION:PRESENTED BY FRIENDS OF THE LERNER AND SPONSORED BY THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF ELKHART COUNTY AND THE MURPHEY FAMILY \n  \nRun Time: 1 hour and 19 minutes \nStars: Douglas Fairbanks\, Marguerite De La Motte\, and Noah Beery \nReleased: 1920 \nDescription: A seemingly idiotic fop is really the courageous vigilante Zorro\, who seeks to protect the oppressed. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kimball Organist: Clark Wilson \nA native of Ohio\, Clark Wilson began his musical training at age nine.  While growing up he accompanied numerous stage musicals and was organist at several churches.  At this time\, he was listed in “Who’s Who in the Midwest” and “Men of Achievement”. He also holds Life Member status in the International Tri-M Music Honor Society and is listed in “Who’s Who in Executives and Professionals”. \nFollowing several years with the Schantz Organ Company as a reed voicer and tonal finisher.  Clark’s professional playing career began with his appointment to the featured organist post at Pipe Organ Pizza in Milwaukee\, Wisconsin.  He has since been on the playing staffs at the Paramount Music Palace in Indianapolis\, Indiana.  Pipes and Pizza in Lansing\, Illinois\, and is currently associated with Organ Stop Pizza in Mesa\, Arizona\, where he is on the organ staff as well as having assisted with the planning and installation of the world’s largest Wurlitzer organ \nAbout the Instrument: \nThe 1924 Kimball pipe organ located in Elkhart\, Indiana’s Lerner Theatre is one of only three Kimball pipe organs currently installed in its original location. The organ was restored following the 2011 renovation of the theatre which opened on Thanksgiving Day\, 1924. After the restoration\, a crew of nearly 20 from Bunn-Minnick Pipe Organs of Columbus\, Ohio\, spent three weeks hoisting equipment and filling the two pipe chambers with more than 1\,000 pipes. The project absorbed nearly 10\,000 man-hours for the crew over a year. \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/zorro-kimball-organ-silent-movie/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Friends of the Lerner,Kimball Organ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20230830T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20230830T130000 DTSTAMP:20261022T231937 CREATED:20230626T141650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T190733Z UID:10000108-1693393200-1693400400@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Lunchtime Live with Celia Weiss - Kimball Organ Concert DESCRIPTION:The Friends of The Lerner is pleased to welcome an Elkhart favorite\, Celia Weiss\, back on The Lerner’s 1924 Kimball Organ in this free community series. Please join us for three free organ concerts live from The Lerner Theatre stage. \nCelia Weiss is one of few musical artists who hold the enviable record of having served as a soloist on two different musical instruments. A pianist and organist well known to local audiences\, the artist has appeared on numerous occasions with the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra\, the South Bend Symphony Orchestra\, the IUSB Philharmonic\, the Manchester University Symphony Orchestra\, and in recitals throughout the area. \nMrs. Weiss is an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Music at IUSB for the Raclin School of the Arts where she teaches organ. She is a past recipient of the IUSB Merit Status and Outstanding Alumni Awards. She holds a B.M.E from Manchester College and a M.M. in Piano from Indiana University. An educator as well as a performer\, she has taught music in the Elkhart and Goshen Community Schools and piano at Goshen College. Since 1975 she has held the position of Director of Music and Organist for the First Presbyterian Church in Elkhart. She is a frequent accompanist for the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra and performs several piano and organ concerts for the Lerner Theatre’s “Lunchtime Live!” each year. \nThe 1924 Kimball pipe organ located in Elkhart\, Indiana’s Lerner Theatre is one of only three Kimball pipe organs currently installed in its original location. The organ was restored following the 2011 renovation of the theatre which opened on Thanksgiving Day\, 1924. After the restoration\, a crew of nearly 20 from Bunn-Minnick Pipe Organs of Columbus\, Ohio\, spent three weeks hoisting equipment and filling the two pipe chambers with more than 1\,000 pipes. The project absorbed nearly 10\,000 man-hours for the crew over a year. \n \n \n \n \n \n Presented by Friends of The Lerner. URL:https://thelerner.com/event/lunchtime-live-with-celia-weiss-kimball-organ-concert/2023-08-30/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Event,Friends of the Lerner,Kimball Organ,Lerner Live! ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Kimball-Organ-Concert-With-Celia-Weiss.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20230525T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20230525T190000 DTSTAMP:20261022T231937 CREATED:20230315T132516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230427T160819Z UID:10000080-1685041200-1685041200@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Laurel and Hardy - Kimball Organ Silent Movie with Organist Brett Valliant DESCRIPTION:PRESENTED BY FRIENDS OF THE LERNER AND SPONSORED BY THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF ELKHART COUNTY AND THE MURPHEY FAMILY \nLaurel & Hardy: The Finishing Touch \nRun Time: 19 minutes \nStars: Stan Laurel\, Oliver Hardy\, and Dorothy Coburn \nReleased: 1928 \nDescription: The boys are contracted to build a house in a day but they have many mishaps and run into trouble with the nearby hospital staff\, due to their excessive noise. \n  \nLaurel & Hardy: Habeas Corpus \nRun Time: 20 minutes \nStars: Stan Laurel\, Oliver Hardy\, and Richard Carle \nReleased: 1928 \nDescription: Loony scientist (Carle) hires Laurel and Hardy to raid the cemetery to keep him supplied with dead bodies for his experiments. \n  \nLaurel & Hardy: Putting Pants on Philip \nRun Time: 20 minutes \nStars: Stan Laurel\, Oliver Hardy\, and Chester A. Bachman \nReleased: 1927 \nDescription: Pompous J. Piedmont Mumblethunder\, greets his nephew from Scotland\, who arrives in kilts. He is immediately taken to a tailor for a pair of proper pants. \n  \nLaurel & Hardy: 2 Tars \nRun Time: 21 minutes \nStars: Stan Laurel\, Oliver Hardy\, and Edgar Kennedy \nReleased: 1928 \n  \nDescription: At a rail crossing\, a small fender-bender incident turns into a major tit-for-tat retaliatory war among various motorists. \n  \nLaurel & Hardy: That’s My Wife \nRun Time: 20 minutes \nStars: Stan Laurel\, Oliver Hardy\, and Jimmy Aubrey \nReleased: 1929 \nOliver stands to inherit a large fortune from his rich Uncle Bernal\, with the condition that he be happily married. But when Mrs. Hardy walks out just before Uncle Bernal is due for a visit\, Stanley is pressed into duty (and into drag) to impersonate Oliver’s loving spouse. He’s convincing enough to earn a pass or two from a drunk nightclub\, but when a stolen necklace gets dropped down his dress\, attempts to recover is disclose Stanley’s true gender. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kimball Organist: Brett Valliant \nBrett Valliant is an organist enjoying opportunities to play the music he loves on the instrument he loves.  Whether at an organ in a concert hall\, a majestic church organ\, or a mighty Wurlitzer in a theatre\, Brett is right at home.  Brett was inspired by the organ at church when he was just three years old.  At age 4 he began piano instruction with Ruth Cline and soon after was studying organ with Anna Jeter in Wichita\, Kansas. By the age of 12 Brett was employed as a church organist having held onto the dream he had at such an early age\, and at age 19 performed his first international concert tour.  For 21 years Brett was the organist and music director of First United Methodist Church of Wichita\, Kansas\, where he played a large pipe organ seen and heard by thousands in the midwest on the the church’s television program.  Brett is also the Artist-In-Residence for the Wichita Wurlitzer where he often performs on the former New York Paramount Wurlitzer organ now housed in Wichita. Brett Studied organ at Wichita State University with Robert Town as well as privately in the US and Australia. Brett‘s 3 recordings have been featured on National Public Radio’s Pipe Dreams as well as the National Bible Broadcasting Network.   Today Brett is one of two resident organists at the iconic Organ Stop Pizza in Mesa\, Arizona.  Organ Stop Pizza houses the world’s largest theatre organ and entertains thousands of patrons each year.  In addition to his playing at Organ Stop\, Brett is known for accompanying and scoring silent films and appears annually at numerous film festivals.  In addition to regular appearances at American Theatre Organ Society and American Guild of Organists conventions\, Brett has toured extensively as a concert artist throughout the United States\, Australia\, New Zealand\, and Europe.  In his free time Brett enjoys sailing\, skating\, cooking\, mid-century collection\, and playing the piano and accordion. \nAbout the Instrument: \nThe 1924 Kimball pipe organ located in Elkhart\, Indiana’s Lerner Theatre is one of only three Kimball pipe organs currently installed in its original location. The organ was restored following the 2011 renovation of the theatre which opened on Thanksgiving Day\, 1924. After the restoration\, a crew of nearly 20 from Bunn-Minnick Pipe Organs of Columbus\, Ohio\, spent three weeks hoisting equipment and filling the two pipe chambers with more than 1\,000 pipes. The project absorbed nearly 10\,000 man-hours for the crew over a year. \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/laurel-hardy-kimball-organ-silent-movie/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Friends of the Lerner,Kimball Organ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20230330T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20230330T190000 DTSTAMP:20261022T231937 CREATED:20230314T235245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230424T150246Z UID:10000079-1680202800-1680202800@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Spite Marriage - Kimball Organ Silent Movie with Organist Clark Wilson DESCRIPTION:PRESENTED BY FRIENDS OF THE LERNER AND SPONSORED BY THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF ELKHART COUNTY AND THE MURPHEY FAMILY \n  \nRun Time: 1 hour and 16 minutes \nStars: Buster Keaton\, Dorothy Sebastian\, Edward Earle \nReleased: 1929 \nDescription: An unimpressive but well intending man is given the chance to marry a popular actress\, of whom he has been a hopeless fan. But what he doesn’t realize is that he is being used to make the actress’ old flame jealous. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kimball Organist: Clark Wilson \nA native of Ohio\, Clark Wilson began his musical training at age nine.  While growing up he accompanied numerous stage musicals and was organist at several churches.  At this time\, he was listed in “Who’s Who in the Midwest” and “Men of Achievement”. He also holds Life Member status in the International Tri-M Music Honor Society and is listed in “Who’s Who in Executives and Professionals”. \nFollowing several years with the Schantz Organ Company as a reed voicer and tonal finisher.  Clark’s professional playing career began with his appointment to the featured organist post at Pipe Organ Pizza in Milwaukee\, Wisconsin.  He has since been on the playing staffs at the Paramount Music Palace in Indianapolis\, Indiana.  Pipes and Pizza in Lansing\, Illinois\, and is currently associated with Organ Stop Pizza in Mesa\, Arizona\, where he is on the organ staff as well as having assisted with the planning and installation of the world’s largest Wurlitzer organ \nAbout the Instrument: \nThe 1924 Kimball pipe organ located in Elkhart\, Indiana’s Lerner Theatre is one of only three Kimball pipe organs currently installed in its original location. The organ was restored following the 2011 renovation of the theatre which opened on Thanksgiving Day\, 1924. After the restoration\, a crew of nearly 20 from Bunn-Minnick Pipe Organs of Columbus\, Ohio\, spent three weeks hoisting equipment and filling the two pipe chambers with more than 1\,000 pipes. The project absorbed nearly 10\,000 man-hours for the crew over a year. \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/spite-marriage-kimball-organ-silent-movie/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Kimball Organ,Show END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR