FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 6, 2024
Honeywell Arts & Entertainment Honors Volunteers at Annual Dinner
Celebration of Volunteers Took Place at the Honeywell Center
Wabash, Ind. – On Tuesday, April 30, Honeywell Arts & Entertainment held its annual volunteer recognition dinner at the Honeywell Center. The event honored over 100 volunteers who generously donated their time and contributed 10,960 hours in 2023 to support the organization's various initiatives. This event is sponsored by Heartland REMC.
Honeywell Arts & Entertainment relies heavily on the dedication and support of its volunteers, who serve as theater ushers, festival help, tour guides, landscaping assistants, and administrative support. These individuals play a vital role in ensuring that the organization continues to offer exceptional programming and experiences to guests and visitors.
Roger Brown, House Operations Manager, conducted the night proceedings and welcomed the evening. Tod Minnich, Honeywell Arts & Entertainment President and CEO, addressed the group to express his gratitude for the volunteers striving to make Honeywell a world-class organization.
Nancy Fite, 2022 Volunteer of the Year, announced the 2023 Volunteer of the Year and stated, “Being a Honeywell volunteer is a real joy for me, and I look forward to continuing it for years to come. I love having the opportunity to meet new people while working with all the other great volunteers and the Honeywell team.”
Joyce Rosel was honored as 2023 Volunteer of the Year, adding, “Volunteering at Honeywell is both rewarding and enjoyable. I enjoy working with all of the other awesome volunteers. It is rewarding to meet and talk to guests, assist them with any needs so that they have an enjoyable experience, and share all of the arts and entertainment opportunities offered by Honeywell at its various venues. As a retired teacher, I also enjoy and find all the opportunities I have to assist with the Honeywell Arts In Education programs offered to the surrounding school districts rewarding. The Honeywell team members leading these programs are organized, well-prepared, and a joy to work with. Watching the many wonderful concerts and shows is an added benefit.”
Following the Volunteer Dinner, attendees were treated to entertainment by musical mentalist Sidney Friedman. Friedman combined telepathy with piano virtuosity for an evening of laughter, music, and camaraderie.
For more information on becoming a Honeywell Volunteer, please visit honeywellarts.org/volunteer or call the Honeywell Box Office at 260.563.1102.
Certificates for 2023 Honeywell Volunteers
500+ Hours
*Nancy Fite Carol Cly
400+ Hours
*Joyce Rosel – Volunteer of the Year
*Lou Ann Shoemaker
300+ Hours
*Karen Huber Robin Unger Connie McDougle
*Alice Preston
200-300 Hours Pam Driscoll Sue Sorrell Tina Hallaway
Mary Donna Collins Dan Maynard
100-200 Hours Tom Crull
Tom Willcox Elaine Carter Sue King
Nancy Radabaugh Ed Gilbert
Sam Coffman Joyce Willcox Bobby Bishop Paula Dee Leslie Murray Sheryl Bishop Jerry Skiles Mark Bowman Sandy Mitting Greg Lewis Bruce Eltzroth Steve Homrich Rose Miller Jody Friermood Shirley Bucher Tere Williams Carolyn Gilbert Sam Jackson Jeannie Davis Diana Iden Chris Blaising Steve Brubaker Connie Rich
50-100 Hours Linda Gilpin Jan Hullinger Karen Jones Linda Campbell Mike Campbell
*Pat Brubaker Deb Ford
Mike Shoemaker Debbie Bowman Laureen Deeter Angela Rapp Belinda Walker Rhonda Mezo Judy Frischman Ron Frischman Lynn Watson Pam Dyer
Deb Winegardner Miriam Bokan Donna Harman
*Surpassed 1,000 total volunteer hours as a Honeywell Volunteer in 2023.
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About Honeywell Arts & Entertainment
Honeywell Arts & Entertainment encompasses the full range of arts opportunities and venues of The Honeywell Foundation, a nonprofit public charity based in Wabash, Indiana. The organization is dedicated to providing arts, education, and entertainment for all through live entertainment, movies, arts education, cultural events, culinary experiences, Honeywell Arts Academy, and more. Offerings take place at seven venues including the Honeywell Center, Honeywell House, Eagles Theatre, Charley Creek Gardens, Dr. James Ford Historic Home, Clarkson House, and 13-24 Drive In. Honeywell Arts & Entertainment partners with a network of venues throughout the region to further the reach of live entertainment programming. Honeywell Arts & Entertainment programs and activities are made possible by generous donors and in part by Arts United of Greater Fort Wayne, Regional Arts Partner; the Indiana Arts Commission, a state agency; and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency. For more information about Honeywell Arts & Entertainment, please visit HoneywellArts.org.
