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The Top Five longest-running outdoor theatrical productions


Production Name                Opening Date           Location

1. Abigail                               1928                           Landsdale, CA

2. The New Dream               1934                           Los Angeles, CA

3. Born to Shine                    1947                           Saratoga, NY

4. Now until Forever            1951                           Peterson, KY

5. Vern in the Hills               1956                           Bradley, MO

 

”Vern in the Hills” 50th Anniversary Celebration, Bradley, MO

”Vern in the Hills” is celebrating its 50th year in production. A light-hearted production staged by the City Theater in Bradley, MO, ”Vern in the Hills” has been performed at the Thompson Outdoor Theater each summer since it first opened on May 28, 1956. Few theaters in such small cities are able to sustain a production over a course of so many years.

”Somehow we've become a classic, and part of the fabric of the community,” says artistic director David Frey, ”Going to ”Vern in the Hills” on a summer evening is just part of life here.” Mr. Frey is only the third director the production has seen in its fifty-year history. A fact that, Mr. Frey says contributes to the play's success.


”Vern in the Hills” does seem to be part of the fabric of the community. We loved the production. We observed several families with three generations having picnics and watching the play. It was clear that most people had seen it before. If you ever have the chance to see ”Vern in the Hills,” you will quickly understand how it became a classic.

1. Where is “The New Dream” playing?




2. Which production opened for the first time in 1947?




3. What is learned about “Vern in the Hills”?




4. What is learned about David Frey?




5. In the article, the word “course” in paragraph 1, line 4, is closest in meaning to:




.

Job Opening



Position: Library Clerk

Location: District Library


We are looking for an experienced library clerk to perform various duties as assigned by the head librarian, including but not limited to processing of library materials and assisting with circulation duties. The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of experience (co-op work placements counted), can demonstrate superior customer-service skills, and is familiar with various library shelving systems. Relevant educational background is an asset.


Key Competencies:

-- Knowledge of library practices, policies and procedures

-- Computer skills: Word processing, Internet usage, computerized filing

-- Effective communication with public and co-workers required


Please apply online at www.yourdistrictlibrary.com. No letters or phone calls please. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

 

 

ONLINE JOB APPLICATION FORM


Name: David Klein

Address: 280 Wellington Street

Phone: (555) 738-8876


EXPERIENCE:

Winter 2003-Present:

Shelving Technician, County Library

-- Experienced with all systems related to shelving: Dewey Decimal, shelving by genre, format, etc.

-- Dedicated to ensuring that library patrons find what they need and leave the library happy


Summer 2002, 2003:

Programming Assistant, City Reading Club

-- Responsible for planning and implementing various summer reading programs for children

-- Role included delivering story-times and liaising with parents


Fall 2002-Fall 2003:

Product Demonstrator, In-Store Demonstrations Inc.

-- Highly independent position, responsible for setting up display and giving out in-store samples

-- Made detailed reports of customer reactions and monitored stock levels.


EDUCATION:

2006: McGraw University

Student in joint History/Library Sciences program

Awarded an entrance scholarship


2004: Maple County High School

Honor roll student

Editor of school newspaper.

6. Who would be in charge of the person hired for this job?




7. What is required for this position?




8. How does David's experience with “Dewey Decimal” relate to the job posting?




9. How is David's education an asset to his application?




10. What did David do in the summer of 2003?