by Whitney Jarreld | Dec 2, 2010 | News Slider
A little bad weather moved the sixth annual Lighting of the Green indoors to Allen Arena, but that didn’t stop the fun and festivities. Amy Grant hosted the evening, and also performed some of her famous Christmas songs. Other artists featured were Dave Barnes, Susan Ashton, the Black Natvity Ensemble and some of Amy Grant’s family members. David Lipscomb’s elementary school choir and Lipscomb University’s A Capella Singers accompanied the performers on several occasions. Guests enjoyed free hot chocolate and cookies, and children took free photos with Santa Claus. Allen Arena was also filled with vendor booths deemed the “Merry Marketplace.” The concert was better than ever, and the night ended with the tradition of everyone singing Silent Night. Please upgrade your...
by Hunter Patterson | Nov 29, 2010 | News Slider
Bring in the Christmas season the right way, with The Lighting of the Green! Also, catch an up-and-coming band in Shamblin, watch the Bisons and Lady Bisons in Allen and find out how to win $25 dollars from Elam. It’s all part of Lipscomb in Motion this week! Monday Monday Night Football in ARLOs Tuesday Smiling faces are needed as volunteer “Hosts” for Lighting of the Green Tuesday, November 30 For the 6th straight year Amy Grant will host this popular event that draws thousands from the Nashville community. Amy will be joined this year by Dave Barnes, Susan Ashton, The Black Nativity ensemble and choruses from both the University and the Campus School. Lighting of the Green features include: Free photos with Santa Claus in the Bennett Campus Center 3:30pm-7:30pm Concert featuring Amy Grant in Allen Arena Mall – begins at 5:30pm Merry Marketplace (Holiday gifts and more!) Allen Arena Lobby – 1:00pm-8:00pm Williamsburg Village – Free holiday cookies and hot chocolate – begins at 4:30pm Lighting of the Green would not be possible without the wonderful volunteer help of Lipscomb faculty, staff and students. Come be a part of this magical night and help us extend a warm Lipscomb welcome and Christmas cheer to our many guests. Wednesday Wednesday Night We Eat Friday The Civil Wars in Concert in Collins Alumni Auditorium More Information to Come! NCAA Tournament: Volleyball vs. Ohio State at 5:00 pm Look for more information about a viewing party! Saturday College Football in ARLOs Women’s Basketball vs. Mercer at 4:00 pm Men’s Basketball vs. Mercer at 6:30 pm Sunday NFL Sunday Ticket in ARLOs...
by Kathryn Claire Watts | Nov 10, 2010 | News Slider
Halloween might have been last week, but that doesn’t slow down the holiday season from rushing in. The lights are going up around campus, the Christmas cups are fully stocked in Starbucks and A Cappella has learned all their music for Lighting of the Green. It won’t be long until the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade is on, everyone stuffing themselves with turkey and storing up energy to make it through Black Friday. There are several things happening around town to get you in the holiday spirit. Christmas Village celebrates its’ 50th anniversary this year. Christmas Village is a large shopping event held at the Tennessee State Fairgrounds. Retailers selling jewelry, clothing, home goods, confections, food and one-of-a-kind items set up for the weekend. The event is being held this Friday, Nov. 12 through this Sunday, Nov. 14. Tickets are $8 pre-sale and $10 at the door. Sales help the Pi Beta Phi Alumnae Club of Nashville benefit the Vanderbilt Bill Wilkerson Center and other philanthropies around town. Don’t miss out on this wonderful, cheery atmosphere sure to put you in the holiday spirit! You can find more information at www.christmasvillage.org. The lights are being placed around campus, indicating one thing. Lighting of the Green is right around the corner! On November 30, Amy Grant will join Lipscomb’s A Cappella choir in bringing in the Christmas festivities. The night begins at 4:30 with free food and the concert begins at 5:30. This event is open to the public. The Nashville Christmas Parade being held on Friday, Dec. 3 marks the parade’s 58th year. This year the grand marshal is country music radio...
