LUDLOW, Vt. – Friends of Ludlow Auditorium (FOLA) has put together a schedule of events for some major programs this summer and fall.
The offerings will begin with the annual and popular Silent Movies Festival on Saturday, Aug. 22. This season, the main feature will be a hilarious movie, “Safety Last,” starring that silent movie comedian Harold Lloyd, who may be seen hanging from a flagpole far above the street. The festival will begin with a funny short called “Liberty” featuring the silent version of Laurel and Hardy. Jeff Rapsis will return to play the background music to both films with his marvelous music to support the movies.
On Saturday, Oct. 17, Ludlow will see the return of the Enerjazz orchestra that promises to provide music to get those dancing feet moving, along with some real old-timers’ music that get feet stomping and smiles on your face. The orchestra, featuring 17 great musicians, will also feature melodies that will remind the audience of the great jazz age.
With an election coming up in November, FOLA will continue its forum for the general election with Vermont Senate candidates for Windsor County, plus the candidates seeking the Ludlow, Mount Holly, and Shrewsbury house seat. This event will be held on Thursday, Oct. 15, and the moderator will be Jim Alic. Questions will be asked concerning property taxes, school reorganizations, and numerous events currently demanding attention.
While these events are definitely planned, FOLA program director Scott Stearns indicated that additional events may be scheduled during this period. Additionally, a Christmas program is being considered.
Stearns also indicated that FOLA hopes to show the opening game of the World Cup on June 12, as well as the final championship game, scheduled for July 19. This is all subject to the consent of the cup’s leadership to permit such coverage. If approved, times will be announced in the future.
All events will be held in the Heald Auditorium at the Ludlow Town Hall. They will begin at 7 p.m., with doors opening at 6:30 p.m., unless otherwise specified. As usual, these events are free, but donations are appreciated to help underwrite the cost of the events. For more information, call 802-855-8896.