2013 was a fun year, wasn't it? There was so much to see and do and we at PortageLife had the chance to be involved in a great number of those things. Theater productions, amazing concerts, delicious food, great people and wonderful parties filled the year with good times and great memories.
Below are the top 10 entertainment articles from this year. It was tough to choose since there were so many cool things that we covered, but we did it!
1. PHS Gets in the Spirit for Homecoming
As Portage High School’s 2013 spirit week comes to a close, students eagerly await Friday night’s homecoming game for their final chance to show their Portage pride. Read more...
2. Lichnerowicz Prevails as PHS Distinguished Young Woman
Portage High School junior Erin Lichnerowicz put her self-expressiveness, interviewing skills, speaking talent, fitness and scholastic achievement to good use on Saturday evening as she became the Class of 2014 PHS Distinguished Young Woman. Read more...
3. Portage Township SummerFest Improves Parks Through Community Fun
The first day of the second annual Portage Township SummerFest went smoothly thanks to the efforts of the enthusiastic staff, wonderful sponsors and devoted SummerFest Committee members. The community is invited to celebrate the coming summer Friday from 5-11 p.m. and Saturday/Sunday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. There is a $5 entrance fee, but free admission is provided until 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Read more...
4. Nativity Fest Draws Record-Breaking Opening Night Crowd
With a record-breaking crowd at Thursday night’s opening of the 48th annual Nativity Fest, the annual fair is already in full swing. Every summer, the public event takes at Nativity of Our Savoir Church in Portage from Thursday until Sunday. With great food, great activities and great people, the Nativity Fest has something for everyone. Read more...
5. Students Model the Latest Styles During PHS Prom Fashion Show
The annual Prom Fashion Show hosted by Portage High School’s Health Occupation Students of America organization is more than just a fashion show. HOSA hosts this event to raise money not only for its own organization, but also toward a charity of choice. This year, the group decided to raise money for the Riley Children’s Hospital in Indianapolis, Ind. Read more...
6. PHS Variety Show Draws 800 Attendees
It was time for Portage High School students to showcase their talents in the annual PHS Variety Show. The Variety Show has been held every spring for almost 30 years. This year’s show had 34 acts of amazing talent which showcased singing, dancing, playing instruments, rap, comedy and even magic. Read more...
7. Independence Day Parade Serves as Reminder of Portage's Greatness
Thursday’s Portage Fourth of July Parade marked not only a celebration of America’s independence, but also served as a reminder of what makes the city of Portage great. Read more...
8. Mesarch Named 2013 PHS Outstanding Young Man
This year, thirty-two of Portage High School's talented young men competed in the 2013 Outstanding Young Man Scholarship Program. It took a lot for Eric Mesarch to impress the judges and crowd in order to win the title of Outstanding Young Man. Read more...
9. PHS Students Go "Down the Rabbit Hole" on Prom Night
There is no doubt that Portage High School’s 2013 Prom was a major success. It was spectacular night unlike any other with a very unique theme and decorations unlike any other. Read more...
10. The Odds Are In Your Favor at Portage 16 IMAX
Fans had waited 608 days for the premiere of the second installment in the Hunger Games Trilogy, and last night Catching Fire finally made its way to the big screen. Read more...