Dear Editor;
Does anyone remember the Beaver Regional Arts Society?
Obviously Beaver County doesn’t, even though the members of the society successfully operated and brought entertainment to it’s theatre until the last performance commemorating the society’s 40th anniversary was cancelled due to Covid.
Our contributions and hard work have never been acknowledged by Beaver County and in fact a decision to not automatically renew the facility lease that we had for years really made us feel the hard work and dedication of our members over the years was not valued or appreciated.
Busloads of people filled the theatre on a regular basis enjoying the entertainment followed by a supper prepared by one of our local community organizations. There is no doubt this fund raising opportunity is missed.
Because of the inability to offer programs during the Covid shutdown the Beaver Regional Arts Society Board regretfully made the decision to cease operations, dissolve the society and disburse our remaining funds to local and area organizations.
Of course we are saddened to hear that due to recent flooding problems, the building that began as a movie theatre then was renovated to become the Beaver Regional Arts Centre is slated for demolition.
However, there is no doubt in the minds of all of our dedicated board members over 40 years that without our hard work and commitment and some financial support from Beaver County closure many years ago would have been inevitable.
Doesn’t a 40 year contribution deserve some credit and recognition?
Christine Mackay
