SEPTEMBER SPOTLIGHT

Spotlight:

Boo & George Schneider



Interviewed by Jane Hill

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This month we shine the Merc Spotlight on Boo and George Schneider, two loyal volunteers.  Boo and George support the programming of the Merc through their donations, and they are also often found behind the concessions counter serving refreshments during productions.
    Both “mostly” retired now, George continues to promote his love of music throughout the Valley – his flute, a well-known and welcome sound –, while Boo enjoys volunteer activities at Twisp Works, creates her own copper jewelry, and works with Hospice.
    The outdoor opportunities, the arts scene, and the sense of community drew the couple permanently to the Valley in 2010.  They note that Twisp is unique in having a vibrant community theater in so small a place.  “Many small towns do not have this unique resource that offers coaching, the opportunities to be in front of an audience, to create on the stage and behind the scenes.  We want to keep that going for all ages,” they assert.
    Boo further explains the value of community theater by citing her grandmother’s words of wisdom to her as she left home to begin her first teaching job.  “Join the community theater,” Grandma advised, “You’ll meet people there you wouldn’t otherwise.”
    We are truly grateful that you followed Grandma's advice.