COFFEE HOUSE WITH A CAUSE

By LINDSEY BULLERDICK

LINDSEY BULLERDICK FOR THE WIZARD WEEKLY

Coffee, cheer, and charity flooded the halls of WHS last Thursday as students put on the highly anticipated annual Coffee House show.  The house was packed with students, parents, faculty, and community members who generously gave their time to attend.  Their support was much appreciated by the performers and the Humane Society of Blooming Grove of which the event was held for. 

The Humane Society of Blooming Grove is a non-profit animal shelter which has been dedicated to providing shelter to unwanted and abandoned animals for nearly forty-five years.  This amazing feat can only be accomplished with open hearts and the help of many people.  For this reason, WHS students chose to support the organization at this year’s show.

Upon entering the school, audience members were greeted with tables showcasing the shelter and all that they do to help animals in need.  Photos of adorable and friendly faces sat proudly on posters begging audience members to bring them home.  In addition, representatives from the shelter were in attendance, eager to educate the public about the animals in need of forever homes.  Many stopped to inquire about the animals and make a donation that will provide the animals with comforts, food, and toys.

The fundraising efforts did not stop there, however, as student volunteers from the humane society spoke between performances, educating the audience on the heartbreaking facts about homeless animals.  Each performance was nothing less than stellar as WHS students poured their hearts into each song.  Senior and Coffee House emcee, Kaitlyn Metichecchia, expressed, “It was really cool to see students performing original songs; their hard work really showed.”  With a mix of original songs as well as covers, there was something for everyone to enjoy.

Individuals and duos took the stage to perform songs of all different genres.  Many performers accompanied themselves and each other with piano and guitar, making the numbers all the more impressive!  In all, Coffee House 2018 was an great success.  Congratulations to all who were involved in the raising of money for a heartwarming cause!