‘Go Fish’ to hold additional mini-concertThe same day the Rock County Star Herald came out last Thursday announcing that "Go Fish," a popular a cappella group from Minneapolis, would be performing at the Palace Theatre, the concert was sold out.Some high school kids were upset that the concert was scheduled the same night as their high school choir concert.For both reasons, the group has decided to add an additional 30-minute set to the night.The mini concert will begin at the Palace, at 10 p.m., after the building is cleared out from the 7 p.m. concert.Tickets for the-mini concert will be available for $5 at the door.It’s time to SHAREFriday and Saturday, Dec. 12 and 13, are collection dates for SHARE this year.SHARE got its start nearly 20 years ago to help distribute clothing, toys, food and Christmas gifts to those who normally would not have much for Christmas. This year Sharkee’s will be the drop-off and distribution center.Organizers will collect donations from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, Dec. 12 and Saturday, Dec. 13.Donations may also be mailed to SHARE, P.O. Box 792, Luverne, MN 56156In 2002, SHARE provided 148 families with groceries, clothing and toys for 220 children and 217 adults.For more information about the program or how you can help, contact Lona Klosterbuer, Cheryl Cox or Mary Tilstra.Second annual alumni hockey tournament plannedThe Luverne alumni hockey tournament will host its second annual event this year.John Paquette, who is organizing the event, was very happy with the first year’s turnout and thinks word of mouth will make this year’s event even more successful.This year the tournament will be on Friday, Dec. 26 at the Blue Mound Ice Arena, beginning at 7 p.m.Any former high school or junior gold player is welcome to participate.Participants should show up a half hour before game time and bring their old jerseys.If you know of any former hockey players who will be coming home for Christmas, be sure to let them know.If you have any further questions, contact the Blue Mound Ice Arena at 449-9138.Don’t forget ‘Christmas at the Palace’The popular Christmas concert, "Christmas at the Palace," will feature a dozen musical acts, ranging from local church choirs to trios and soloists.Churches include: American Reformed Church, Adult choir including a capella group Grace Lutheran Church, Pastor Hagen, soloist New Life Celebration Jubilation Choir First Baptist Church Trio First Presbyterian Church Chancel Choir St. John Lutheran Church Adult ChoirLocal talent: Wing & A Prayer (Ron Rother, Susan Schneekloth, Chris and Martha Nowatzki) Wendy & Heidi Sandbulte and Amy Donth Dan, Dave and Don Smith Carrie Overgaard Sue Sandbulte, Jack Leslie and Joe DorhoutThe concert is at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 12 at the Palace Theatre.The $5 admission is used as a fund-raiser for the Palace Theatre and the Rock County food shelf.Advance tickets are now on sale at the Luverne Area Chamber of Commerce office.Kids: Santa’s phone line is openThanks to the Luverne Optimist Club and Mark Jacobson, Inc. area kids will have a chance to tell Santa personally what they would like for Christmas.For Rock County children Santa will be available at 283-2319, from 6 to 7 p.m on Dec. 15.Have your list ready, Santa’s a busy man.Publisher Roger Tollefson can be reached by e-mail at tolly@star-herald.com
