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fieldtrips to such places as the Ohio Historical Society, the Piatt Castles, Zane Shawnee Caverns and the Logan County Historical Society Museum. Local residents who have been interviewed include a farmer, a railroad worker, a local businessman, an inventor and employees from Honda of America, Mfg., Inc.
One storyteller shared his experiences of growing up working in the family produce business. He spoke of his childhood dreams to become a writer and his love for his hardworking parents who never understood his dreams. The youth related to the man and were able to give voice to their own dreams and frustrations during the play-building process. The man attended the final performance of his story and was touched by the insight and creativity of the youth. The youth benefited from the appreciation of their efforts, breaking down their feelings of isolation and alienation and replacing them with pride and acceptance.
The program helps youth understand how traditional values are passed from one generation to another and how people, families and communities come together to confront issues and find solutions. YouthWorks connects at-risk youth, artists, therapists and community members using theater as a common ground. For more information on the Mad River Theater YouthWorks program, call 937/465-6751.
Tabernacle Remembers Elijah Pierce: A Preacher Who Carved His Sermons is on view through June 10 at the Columbus Museum of Art. The exhibition features carvings Pierce created as subjects of sermons when he was associate pastor at Tabernacle Baptist Church and provides a rare opportunity to see nearly thirty of these works, many of which have never been publicly exhibited. For more information call 614/629-0306 or visit www.columbusart.mus.oh.us.
