Beauty & the Beast

Almost 80 members and friends of MCC gathered together in the picnic area just outside the ouutdoor theater in Solvang Saturday July 8 for a bring-your-own dinner together. The weather was perfect and the mood was party-like. Familiar friends mixed with first-time guests and relatives for about and hour-an-a-half of relaxed dining and conversation.
Then, around 7:30, the gates opened to the outdoor theater and we all moved into our seats for the sold-out performance of the Walt Disney classic "The Beauty & the Beast". Kids and adults laughed at the gags and cheered at the wonderful choreography. Though blankets were available (to rent) the night stayed almost balmy. The fairy story was filled with songs familiar to many, who sang along with the performers. It was a secular story of loss and redemption, and the transforming power of love.
Thanks go to Everett Stevens for organizing this all-church, all-family event. Next time, plan to attend with us.