{"id":25202,"date":"2016-09-30T13:43:26","date_gmt":"2016-09-30T20:43:26","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/69.46.6.243\/?p=25202"},"modified":"2016-09-30T13:43:26","modified_gmt":"2016-09-30T20:43:26","slug":"sierra-repertory-theatre-presents-a-christmas-story","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net\/?p=25202","title":{"rendered":"Sierra Repertory Theatre Presents &#8220;A Christmas Story&#8221;"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Sonora, CA&#8230;Mind Matters, the Murphys based non-profit clinic that treats autism and other related learning disorders, is taking over the East Sonora Theatre on Thursday, November 10, for a special preview performance of the Sierra Repertory Theatre production of A Christmas Story.  All proceeds will go to help the clinic provide services to families throughout the tri-county area.  The theatre, scene of many of the most popular productions in the Motherlode, is located at 13891 Mono Way.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/1468959246731.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/1468959246731.jpg\" alt=\"1468959246731\" width=\"640\" height=\"495\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-25203\" srcset=\"https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/1468959246731.jpg 640w, https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/1468959246731-300x232.jpg 300w, https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/1468959246731-570x441.jpg 570w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>\tBased on the 1983 movie that has become a holiday classic, the play follows young Ralphie Parker\u2019s quest for a genuine Red Ryder BB Gun, even though his mother, teacher, and Santa are horrified \u201cYou\u2019ll shoot your eye out.\u201d  In his journey he confronts a bully, does battle with a frozen flagpole, encounters a fishnet stockinged leg lamp, and endures other adventures.  It is a play designed to get the audience in a holiday spirit with a funny and warm story of a young man\u2019s determination to have his Christmas wish come true.<br \/>\n\tThe Mind Matters performance will be presented in a festive environment with a free glass of wine or cider along with hors d\u2019oeuvres being offered in the theater patio starting a 6 p.m. Showtime is 7 p.m.  During intermission coffee and cookies will be served.<br \/>\n\tThere will also be a raffle featuring a variety of show-related items including the infamous leg lamp and a Red Rider Rifle wall d\u00e9cor.<br \/>\n\tEarly Bird tickets purchased by October 6 are $25 per person.  After that date the cost is $30.  There will be open seating.   Anyone wishing to attend should call the clinic at 728-2184 or visit the website mindmattersclinic.org.<br \/>\n\tAll the costs associated with the event have been underwritten by members of the Mind Matters board of directors so that the total amount of money raised will go directly to providing clinic services.<br \/>\n\tMind Matters exists to help individuals and families cope with the consequences of Autism Spectrum Disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, and Learning Disabilities.  The clinic does it through treatment, counseling, and education. It also strives to promote a better public understanding of these debilitating health issues. Mind Matters is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization and donations to help extend its services are always welcome.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sonora, CA&#8230;Mind Matters, the Murphys based non-profit clinic that treats autism and other related learning disorders, is taking over the East Sonora Theatre on Thursday, November 10, for a special preview performance of the Sierra Repertory Theatre production of A Christmas Story. 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