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The Willow Tree Project
Why The Willow Tree Project?
Celtic symbolism of WILLOW TREES represents
nature's balance. They are a symbol of fertility
and fresh life, adapting to change and staying
alive due to adaptability and power. Willow Trees are a potent symbol of survival as they can withstand high wind storms and other natural disasters. Because Seniors, like the Willow Tree have beauty, energy and strength, The Northern Starz Willow Tree Project offers programs that provide...BALANCE, COURAGE, GROWTH, FLEXIBILITY, MOTIVATION, THEATRE, HARMONY, RESILIENCE, STRENGTH, AND SOCIALIZATION.
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We invite our 55+ seniors to be a part of our Willow Tree Project.
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For More Information:
Do you have questions? Want to know more? Do you want to be on our 55+ mailing list?
Contact: Viva Anderson, Associate Director of Adult Education
Email: viva@northernstarz.org
Cell: 763-267-1337
Jewels of deNial Troupe
About the troupe
“The Jewels of deNial '' is a 55+ performance troupe, performing in a “Radio Show” style theatre style. Currently an all female troupe, these ladies agree that the process of aging has its challenges, but it doesn't have to! They meet weekly (in the non-winter months) to rehearse the radio scripts and of course, brainstorm new ideas for writing their own scripts - which are based mostly on real life events. Of course, those stories have been modified with a little extra pizazz and razzle dazzle. As they say, laughter is good medicine ...and goodness, the Jewels of deNial sure do laugh a lot!
The ”Jewels of deNial” perform both on-site at Northern Starz with luncheon and dinner theatre performances ~ and will also come to YOU at your office, coffee club, luncheon, senior center, or any other venue!
Jewels of deNial Upcoming Shows
TURNING BACK TIME
Friday, May 2nd and Saturday May 3rd, 2025
​Wouldn’t it be fun to turn back the clock and stop the aging process? The Jewels of deNial started a book club a while back and are in the process of reading “The Time Machine,” by H.G. Wells. This topic appeals to all of them and they’ve purchased their own time machine online. The trouble is, they need someone to assemble it and make it work. They travel their journey through the sands of time. Picture it. You’re the guest of honor at your own first birthday party.​
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Friday, May 2nd
12 pm Lunch, 1 pm show
Lunch: Broasted chicken, potato chips, coleslaw, rolls, dessert
GF Option: Baked chicken
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Saturday, May 3rd
5:45 pm Dinner, 7 pm show
Dinner: 2 pc Broasted chicken, mashed potatoes, corn, coleslaw, rolls, dessert
GF Option: Baked Chicken
Saturday, April 26, 2025, 4 to 7 pm
Join us for a night of FUN, FOOD and DANCING to the Quiet music of Days Gone By! Hosted by the the Jewels of deNial, the Northern Starz 55+ Performance Troupe, this evening is sure to be just what you need on a Saturday night! Whether you gather around tables eating pasta or hit the dance floor, you can reminisce with friends old and new about your high school prom…or have conversations about your grandchildren, and how busy they are! You can even chat about your early bedtime! This evening is for YOU to relax and enjoy! The Jewels of deNial will also present a tid-bit of their upcoming show “TURNING BACK TIME” (Full performances (45 minutes) are scheduled for May 2 & 3rd at Northern Starz!)
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Cost: $30.00
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Spring Session April 8 - May 20
Fall Session September 2 - October 14
Tuesday Mornings 10:00am to Noon
NEW at Northern Starz for our friends 55+, and part of the Willow Tree Project! Do you remember a day when you were once on the performance stage? Are you interested in doing that once again, but find that you can’t remember what you had for breakfast, let alone memorize lines for a play! Then come join us in this welcoming and FUN stage opportunity! We will read new, original scripts that have been written just for those of us who are “aging”! Have fun on stage - without any pressure! (Yes! You can keep your script in your hand if you want to!) NOTE: The final date of each opportunity will be a “capstone” presentation of each of the One Acts. We will have coffee too!
