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FRIENDS OF THE SYMPHONY
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Since 1955, the Friends of the Symphony have been enthusiastically supporting the Lima Symphony Orchestra. Their creativity, passion and commitment have driven them to great success in not only financially assisting the symphony, but also enhancing our cultural offerings. Our members feel strongly about the presence of music in our community and the important role that the orchestra plays. The Friends stay active throughout the year with their social events, fundraising and the Young Artist Competition and are always happy to welcome new members. The Friends hold festive luncheons before most concerts that offer a behind-the-scenes look at the upcoming performance and an informal discussion with the guest artist.

Take advantage of this opportunity to get to know our outstanding music director and incredible guest artists while enjoying a sneak preview of the coming concerts. Check the calendar of events below for the locations of each luncheon. To RSVP for the luncheon or for more information on joining Friends of the Symphony, call Jean Zink at 419-303-9050.

Please mail your check ahead of the luncheon to the Friends of the Symphony in care of the Lima Symphony Orchestra (1028 W. Market St., Lima, OH 45805).

  • Board Meetings
    Meeting locations will be held in the lobby of the Carlton House (1755 Shawnee Rd., Lima, OH 45805). All members are invited to attend. July 24, 2024 at 4:00 PM August 21, 2024 at 4:00 PM September 18, 2024 at 4:00 PM October 16, 2024 at 4:00 PM November, 2024 at 4:00 PM December 18, 2024 at 4:00 PM January 15, 2025 at 4:00 PM February 19, 2025 at 4:00 PM March 19, 2025 at 4:00 PM April 16, 2025 at 4:00 PM May 21, 2025 at 4:00 PM June 18, 2025 at 4:00 PM
  • Special Events
    Mum Sale Pick Up Pickup Date: Wednesday, September 11, 2024 | 10 AM – 6 PM Location: Apollo Career Center, 3325 Shawnee Road, Lima, Ohio 45806 Young Artist Competition Finalist Concert TBD Geranium Sale Pickup Date: Wednesday, May 14, 2025 | 10 AM – 6 PM Location: Apollo Career Center, 3325 Shawnee Road, Lima, OH 45806
  • General Meetings (all are welcome)
    Fall Tea Sunday, September 8, 2024 | 2:00 – 4:00 PM Location TBD RSVP to Joe Warnament 419-796-6960 Music Provided TBD Fall Luncheon Friday, October 18, 2024 | 12:30 Shawnee Country Club, 1700 Shawnee Road, Lima, Ohio 45805 With guest artist electric violinist Tracy Silverman and guest conductor Karl Hirzer Notable Luncheon Friday, November 8, 2024 | 12:00 PM Shawnee Country Club, 1700 Shawnee Road, Lima, Ohio 45805 With choral conductor Ben Gaughran and Maestro Andrew Crust Fa La La Luncheon Friday, December 13, 2024 | 12:00 PM Shawnee Country Club, 1700 Shawnee Road, Lima, Ohio 45805 With dancer Sara Webb and Maestro Andrew Crust Mid-Winter Brunch Friday, March 7, 2025 | 12:00 PM Shawnee Country Club, 1700 Shawnee Road, Lima, Ohio 45805 With solo clarinetist Greg Hamilton and Maestro Andrew Crust Spring Luncheon Friday, April 4, 2025 | 12:00 PM Shawnee Country Club, 1700 Shawnee Road, Lima, Ohio 45805 With guest pianist David Lai, guest mezzo-soprano Kira McGirr, choral conductor Ben Gaughran, and Maestro Andrew Crust To RSVP for the luncheons, please mail a check made payable to “Friends of the Symphony” to: Lima Symphony Orchestra 1028 W Market Street Lima, Ohio 45805
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