This Week in Band covers:
- URGENT marching band uniform care instructions,
- thanks for your support of Tag Day,
- our ninth annual Mattress Sale fundraiser on Saturday,
- two marching band competition appearances on Saturday,
- concert uniform fittings and volunteer needs,
- spiritwear orders,
- Uno’s Doughraiser placemat advertising,
- this week’s schedule and
- next week’s schedule-at-a-glance.
AIR OUT SHAKOS and Gauntlets NOW
Parents of Marching Firebirds, please make sure that your teen airs out his/her shako (hat) and gauntlets (wrist/arm fittings) ASAP. Because it was humid last Friday and the students were wet with sweat, mildew will form quickly. Thanks for your help with this matter.
Thank You for Making Tag Day a Success
With your help and the generosity of our West Chester and Liberty Township neighbors, we raised more than $21,000. Every penny was deposited in our uniform fund. Replacement of marching and concert band uniforms is necessary every five years or so due to wear and tear, and the cost is in excess of $100,000. Our current uniforms are in their fourth year of use, and this year’s Tag Day fundraising achievement will help us get in position for the looming big purchase.
Ninth Annual Mattress Sale Fundraiser This Saturday
This Saturday, September 17, our ninth annual Mattress Sale will take place on Lakota West High School’s Main Street between 10am and 5pm. Twenty-two (22) different models of brand new, name brand mattress sets priced at 30% – 50% off retail will be on display from companies like Beautyrest, Simmons and Restonic. All sizes, price ranges, delivery and free layaway will be available. Twin sets starting at $199, Fulls $279, Queens $299 and Kings $499. If you need a new mattress before this sale or have any questions, please contact Ultimate Fundraising Solutions at dharbin65@yahoo.com. Every sale will benefit Lakota West Bands, so share and spread the word to family, friends, neighbors and coworkers!
Marching Firebirds to Appear in Two Competitions This Saturday
This Saturday, September 17 the Marching Firebirds will appear in their first two competitions of the season. The schedule is as follows:
- 11:45am: Meet at LWHS having already eaten lunch. Brief rehearsal.
- 1pm: Depart on buses for Taylor High School in Cleves, Ohio.
- 1:30pm: Arrive at Taylor High School in full uniform.
- 3:15pm: Perform in the Taylor Band Premiere.
- 4pm: Depart Taylor High School for Lancaster, Ohio.
- 6:30pm: Arrive in Lancaster and eat dinner provided by the Upbeat Club.
- 7:30pm: Warm up.
- 9pm: Perform in the Lancaster Band of Gold Invitational.
- 10pm: Stay for the Awards Ceremony.
- 12:45pm: Arrive at LWHS.
Parents, you’re welcome to drive to the competitions. Our Marching Firebirds always appreciate the support your presence provides.
Concert Band Uniform Fittings and Volunteer Needs
Many thanks for your help last week with concert uniform fittings. All went well, and that’s credit to your attentiveness and support.
For their cummerbunds and bow ties, on Monday, September 19, students should send in $14 cash, checks in the amount of $14 made payable to Lakota West Upbeat Club, or payment receipts from Charms. September 19 is also the day for students to bring clean, good-condition cummerbunds and bow ties to swap for a different color.
Student should also be working on lining up uniform items not provided by the school or Upbeat Club. For specifics, please click here. Also, the uniform committee still has a limited supply of used tuxedo shirts for $5: email if you’re interested.
As the saying goes, many hands make for light work, and we could use more volunteer help in hemming uniforms, shortening and lengthening sleeves, and reattaching buttons. Minimal sewing skill is required, and you do not need to have a sewing machine. To volunteer, click here. Questions? Contact our concert uniform volunteer coordinator.
You Can Still Order Spiritwear!
Take stock of your Marching Firebird spirit wear needs for football games and marching band competitions. If you already placed an order, it will be available at Silvers (Thursday evening rehearsals) as soon as it is delivered to our spiritwear coordinator. If you’re able to come to Silvers, your teen can check immediately after Silvers practice; alternatively, you can email Rachel Butler to see if your order is in. If you have not placed an order, please do as soon as possible to be included in our next bulk order with our supplier. Questions? See our spirit wear shop or email spirit@lakotawestbands.org.
Uno’s Placemat Advertising Opportunity
Our annual Uno’s Doughraiser will be Sunday, November 6 at the West Chester Uno’s Pizzeria and Grill. Band parents who own businesses will be given first choice on ad space on the Uno’s placemats. Please email Kevin Moorman for specifics.
This Week’s Schedule
- Monday, September 12: LWHS Stadium: Marching band rehearsal from 7 to 9pm
- Tuesday, September 13: LWHS Main Band Room: Marching band sectionals from 3 to 4pm
- Wednesday September 14: LWHS Parking Lot: Marching band rehearsal from 3 to 5:30pm
- Thursday, September 15: LWFS Stadium: Marching band rehearsal from 7 to 9pm
- Thursday, September 15: LWFS Theater: Parent Meeting regarding Cedar Point trip from 7 to about 7:20pm
- Saturday, September 17: Mattress Sale at LWHS from 10am to 5pm and Marching Band Competition Appearances in Cleves and Lancaster, Ohio, with an 11:45am report time to LWHS and an estimated return time of 12:45am.
Looking Ahead
- Monday, September 19: LWHS Main Band Room: Students needing to purchase cummerbunds and ties for their concert band uniforms bring $14 cash, checks in the amount of $14 made payable to Lakota West Upbeat Club, or $14 payment receipts from Charms.
- Monday, September 19: LWHS Stadium: Marching band rehearsal from 7 to 9pm
- Tuesday, September 20: LWHS Main Band Room: Marching band sectionals from 3 to 4pm
- Tuesday, September 20: LWHS Main Band Room: Upbeat Club Meeting at 7:30pm
- Wednesday, September 21: HAC: $199 payment due for Cedar Point trip
- Wednesday, September 21: LWHS Parking Lot: Marching band rehearsal from 3 to 5:30pm
- Thursday, September 22: LWFS Stadium: Marching band rehearsal from 7 to 9pm
- Friday, September 23: LWHS Stadium: Fairfield vs. Lakota West (Homecoming), arrival time TBA
As always, stay in the know by downloading our calendar; following Lakota West Bands on Facebook, Instagram, Flickr and Twitter; and regularly checking Mr. Carr’s class announcements.