Help Us “Move Up” to the Opera House Renovation!
Friend, NE is home to the Warren Building, a national treasure built in the 1880s by Joshua Warren, featuring a second-floor Opera House that has remained unchanged since 1920. In 1988, it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places, highlighting its historical significance.
Other Ways to Help
Help us spread the word about our amazing 1880s Opera House and its exciting renovation project! Join us for special events, invite your friends for unforgettable performances, and consider our affordable rentals with catering and adult beverage options for your next celebration!
Free Events
All Events held at:
Friend Historical Society, San Carlo Room
5
Oct
GENERAL PERSHING &
NEBRASKA TIES
October 5th, 2:00pm
Major General
Roger P. Lempke, NE Adjutant
General (retired)
26
Oct
MARK VYHLIDAL VARIETY
BAND HALLOWEEN PARTY
October 26th, 2:00-5:00pm
Join us for food and food! Costumes are welcome.
7
Dec
CHRISTMAS
BLAST OF BRASS
December 7th, 2:00pm
Tuba ensemble • Cookies
17
DEC
COMMUNITY
CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION
December 17th, 5:00pm
25
JAN
CRANES, PLAINS,
AND A WATERSHED
January 25th, 2:00pm
Journey of award-winning
photographer Michael
Forsberg
14
FEB
CELEBRATE VALENTINE’S
DAY
February 14th, 7:00pm
Live music
22
FEB
1
MAR
MILLIGAN CZECH BRASS BAND
March 1st, 3:00pm
Performance • Sandwich supper
19
APR
TALENT SHOW
April 19th, 2:00pm
Contact Harold 402-366-7137
Special Occasion Dates
BY RESERVATION ONLY
23
AUG
BEER & BACON FRIEND
HISTORICAL SOCIETY
FUNDRAISER
August 23rd, 6:00pm
Hardwood Dash Band
Buffet dinner • $2 beer
Tickets $35, OR $40 at the door
Call Diane 402-499-9309
or Chere 402-525-0141
18
OCT
FALL STYLE
SHOW & LUNCHEON
October 18, 11:30am
Call Chere 402-525-0141
11
APR
ANNUAL GALA
April 11th
Food • Music • Live & silent auctions
Call Chere Tuttle
402-525-0141
1-5
JUNE
THEATRE ARTS FOR KIDS
(TAFK) CAMP
Ages 7-15
Event Highlights
Theatre Arts for Kids Presented Fairy Tale Forest!
The Friend Historical Society and Theatre Arts For Kids held a week-long camp for youth ages 7-15.
On Friday, June 5th, an amazing performance of Fairy Tale Forest was given for over 120 parents, relatives, and community guests. Did you ever wonder what happened to Cinderella after the ball? Watch the video on the Friend Historical Society Facebook Page to find out.
The camp was attended by 30 youth from 10 schools. Many parents commented how excited their kids were to have this arts opportunity and how much they had learned about presenting in front of a group. Just imagine how wonderful it will be to hold this performance in the renovated Opera House theater upstairs.
Thank you to all our supporters for making this opportunity available in Friend!
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Our Location
Come and see us at
511 2nd St, Friend, NE 68359
Mailing Address
PO Box 174, Friend, NE 6835
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