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Eagles’ Fundraising Weekend

Riley McCoy, Creative Director

April 30, 2025

Adams High School is excited to announce a weekend full of community, creativity, and giving back. Two major fundraising events —Big Band Bash and NHS fundraiser Casa Bloom— will take place on May 2 and 3, promising something for everyone while supporting great causes.

First up, the Big Band Bash hits the stage on Friday, May 2, bringing the spirit of Motown to life with a night of high-energy performances, dancing and delicious food. This annual celebration is the biggest fundraiser of the year for the Adams High School band program and will feature a variety of jazz ensembles from our high schoolers and local middle schools.

Attendees can anticipate heart-pounding music, vibrant decorations and the strong urge to break out in jazz hands as student musicians display their talent and hard work. With a Motown theme, students and families alike can dance to a night full of classic hits. In addition to stellar performances, guests can look forward to a lively atmosphere designed to emphasize the grooviness of the 70s. From themed photo ops to dancing under the disco ball, Big Band Bash promises not just entertainment, but meaningful memories. It’s a night to dress up, show up and support the arts in style. If you’re coming for the music, the movement, or the eats, this event is surely a highlight of the spring season —and every ticket sold supports the continued success of the school’s music program.

Following Big Band Bash, the Adams chapter of the National Honor Society invites the community to their spring-themed Casa Bloom fundraiser on Saturday, May 3. This innovative and engaging event is full of family-friendly fun, and it’s all for a good cause. As the beneficiary for this year’s fundraiser, local community center La Casa de Amistad —which offers advocacy, cultural and educational services to the Latino/Hispanic community in the area— will receive all proceeds from this event.

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Highlights of the event include:

Trivia Games to test your knowledge and compete for prizes
A donated clothing thrift shop where you can sustainably shop
A silent auction featuring items and services donated by local businesses
Escape rooms, each themed with a different level of difficulty: easy, medium and hard
A cook-off, showcasing the best chili and pies around town

What sets this event apart is its immersive experience and hands-on fun. There’s a sense of community in every activity, whether you’re teaming up with friends to beat the clock in an escape room or bidding on a locally made gift basket in the silent auction. The NHS students have poured their creativity into each detail, ensuring an unforgettable time for guests while making a tangible difference in our community.

These two events are packed with activities, and Adams High School is honored to unite the community in service, celebration and creativity. Groove to Stevie Wonder at the Big Band Bash or refresh your wardrobe at Casa Bloom— either way, your presence matters. Make sure to mark your calendars, invite your friends and join Adams students as they give back to the community and showcase their talents.

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About the Contributor

Riley McCoy, Creative Director

Riley McCoy is a junior at John Adams High School, much to her own dismay. Though she knows the dreaded academic sufferings soon to come, she’s still amped and ready to become an avid writer for the Tower newspaper. She’s most excited to report on the ceaseless albums scheduled to release this year (holding many prayers for Phoebe Bridgers to come out of hiding), with hopes for readers to discover new artists through her writing. Aside from personal goals within the Tower, Riley is looking forward to doing “literally ANYTHING but prepare for SATs” and can’t wait to become a National Parks ranger. When she’s not avoiding schoolwork, Riley is often found with her earbuds in and a guitar in hand. She’s known among her friends for being musically inclined, and usually uses it as an excuse to escape her other responsibilities- like doing the dishes and engaging with her two younger sisters. Alongside painstakingly learning every Hozier song, she also frequents the phone to call her closest friend and JAHS graduate Saisa Gadal. Though the 9-hour time difference from South Bend to Kathmandu, Nepal, is difficult to manage, the two continue to support each other from afar. Saisa says she’s “soooo excitedddd” to watch her friend embark on a creative and constructive journey with the newspaper, and is prepared for every article to revolve around an artist she introduced Riley to in the first place. Riley’s personal accomplishments include playing eleven instruments, winning the JAHS Marching Band-lympics alongside her section, and being neighbors with Thom Yorke when she lived in England. Marching band takes up a significant amount of her time, but she’s confident she’ll be able to balance the demands of writing for the Tower with leading her fellow saxophones. Riley is anticipating an incredible year with the newspaper team, and hopes readers are willing to read to an in-depth analysis of Clairo’s latest album Charm in the near future.