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The Legacy of the Harriman-Jewell Series – 2023-2024 season

The Harriman-Jewell Series thanked its board of advisors with a dinner that included special guest opera star tenor, Juan Diego Flórez, who spoke of his connection to Our Town through the Harriman-Jewell Series and thanked his supporters. Guests enjoyed a delicious meal at The Capital Grille and celebrated the legacy of the Harriman-Jewell Series in the 2023-2024 season.

Michael and Nancy Thiessen with Michelle and Chuck Ritter

 

John and Jackie Middelkamp flanked Juan Diego Flórez, special guest.

 

Clark Morris, Harriman-Jewell Series; thanked the board of advisors.

 

Featured in the January 27, 2024 issue of The Independent.
Photo Credit: Veritography

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