Crete Heritage Society

Upcoming Events at the Crete Heritage Society

Musician Charley Groth to perform

(Crete, Ne.) The Crete Heritage Society is planning several events during the fall and winter seasons beginning with a “Music at the Museum” program later this month. On September 27 a special evening of traditional and country music will be held featuring international artist Charley Groth and The Kramer Sisters of Crete. The show will begin at 7 p.m. at the Benne Memorial Museum, 800 West 13^th Street, and refreshments will follow the performance. A nominal fee will be charged with proceeds going to the exhibit fund.

Groth is a Florida-based performer who crosses musical borders as easily as geographical ones. He is a strong vocalist who also plays guitar, mandolin, slide guitar/dobro, piano/keyboards, and other instruments. The recipient of many music awards, Groth regularly shares his talent in Europe and New Zealand. He also makes annual appearances for Homestead Monument’s summer campfire program series in Beatrice.

The Kramer Sisters, a popular local group that specializes in harmony vocals, will also perform vintage music including old-time traditional, country, Czech, and tunes from the Big Band era. Musicians include Janet Jeffries, Dawn Mundt, and Sue Underwood.

A quilt show, “Cabins and Stars,” will open at the Benne Museum in late fall featuring log cabin quilts, and various quilts and wall hangings that incorporate stars. A winter tea, facilitated by Tere Francis of Wilber is also planned.

The Crete Heritage Society is preparing a nostalgic 2009 calendar that will feature historic photos from the Society’s collection. The calendar is expected to be completed in October, and will be for sale at the museum, and other local businesses.

For more information about these events, and/or to enter a quilt or wall hanging in the upcoming exhibit, call Bernice at 826-2911.