Marion Cadets Holding Alumni Picnic

If you were a past member of the Marion Cadets or Jets, they are having an alumni picnic on Saturday, June 23, 2012 from 2:00pm until 6:00pm at Kennedy Park Shelter House, Old Cadet Field, in Marion.

Simple Gifts to Perform on Marion Campus

The Five Nights on Campus cultural and performing arts series is set to present the ethnic folk stylings of Simple Gifts, Thursday, April 12, 7:30 p.m., in Morrill Hall Auditorium at The Ohio State University at Marion, 1465 Mt. Vernon Avenue, Marion, OH.

Palace Theatre Hosting Official Blues Brothers Revue

“The Official Blues Brothers Revue” brings the sounds, styles, and soul of the Blues Brothers to the Marion Palace Theatre Friday, April 13 at 8:00 p.m. It is the only Blues Brothers show to be officially sanctioned by Dan Aykroyd and wife of the late John Belushi, Judith Belushi Pisano.

Downtown Marion Art Walk Features Music and More

ArtWalk is in downtown Marion tonight (Friday, August 13). The monthly event features art displays and demonstrations. There is always plenty of art for sale as well. In addition, there will be live music in a variety of styles at three restaurants in the downton area.

Messina to Perform Timeless Hits at Popcorn Festival

The Marion Popcorn Festival has named Mario Messina as the entertainment for the Palace Theatre on Thursday afternoon, September 9, at 2:00.  Messina’s performance will feature timeless hits from the ‘50s and ‘60s, including Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and more.  As with all Festival entertainment, this performance is free to the public.

Ridgedale Grad Opening for Popcorn Fest Main Stage

Casey Thompson, as part of one of Nashville’s hottest new duos, South of Eden, will open for Joe Nichols on Friday, September 10, on the main stage of the Marion Popcorn Festival.  South of Eden’s performance will begin at 6:30 p.m.

Concert Series at Meeker Sportsman Club

The Meeker Sportsman Club is hosting a series of “House Concerts” for an up close and personal performance with artists from across the country. This type of concert is typically held in a home, back yard or small private space which makes for a unique and interactive experience.

Local Talent Featured on the Palace Stage

The Marion Palace Theatre teams up with Heart of Ohio Mentoring and the Miss Marion Popcorn Scholarship Program to present “For the Children” on Sunday, June 27 at 2:00 pm. The event’s proceeds go toward children’s programming and scholarships for the participating organizations.

Community Invited To “Picnic at Panorama”

A Harding High School tradition continues on May 1 and 2 when Panorama 2010 is presented in the high school cafetorium. The May 1 performance will be preceded by a Picnic at Panorama dinner.

Panorama debuted 43 years ago in 1967, and is a yearly variety showcase of many of the school’s talented vocal and instrumental students, often interwoven with some creative comedy, as well. Panorama 2010 will be presented at 7 p.m. on Saturday, May 1, and at a 3 p.m. matinee on Sunday, May 2.

Johnny Steiner Performing At Palace Theatre