FINIS CORONAT OPUS
What a ride it has been! Throughout the challenges and triumphs of our history, the Blue Stars have continued to thrive and prevail. And now we are excited and proud to march into the 2024 season celebrating our 60th anniversary. Among the highlights of our unique history we will celebrate:
Our humble beginnings in 1964 as a color guard
Our rise to national prominence in the 70s
Our rebirth as a championship-winning small corps in the 80s and 90s
Our successful return to DCI’s World Class finalist ranks in the 2000s.
Throughout it all, we’ve forged ahead, resolute in our purpose and dedicated to our mission: providing young adults with an amazing experience while developing life-long skills that contribute to success now and in the future. Finis Coronat Opus has guided the way forward, laying the foundation for the next 60 years of the Blue Stars.
It’s time to come together and celebrate. Join us for the memories, camaraderie, and music that we all know and love. Be a part of celebrating this amazing milestone and join us in La Crosse next summer for three days of events and activities.
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60TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION WEEKEND
Save the dates to join us in La Crosse, WI on July 5, 6, and 7 for a weekend of Blue Stars 60th Anniversary Celebration events and activities, including:
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS
We have taken the liberty of reserving hotel blocks for the 60th Anniversary Celebration weekend. If interested, we encourage you to make your reservation early to avoid conflict with Riverfest
Comfort Inn Onalaska
1223 Crossing Meadows Dr, Onalaska, WI 54650$119/night for single+double
Fairfield Inn & Suites La Crosse Downtown
434 3rd St S, La Crosse, WI 54601$159 for single, $169 for double
Hampton Inn by Hilton La Crosse/Onalaska
308 Hampton Ct, Onalaska, WI 54650$129 for double
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Onalaska-La Crosse
2614 Midwest Dr, Onalaska, WI 54650$145-$155 for single/double
All block rooms are reserved under “Blue Stars 60th Anniversary”
60th CELEBRATION FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
BANQUET QUESTIONS
Am I allowed to go to the 60th Anniversary Celebration Banquet if I do not participate in the alumni corps?
Yes! The more the merrier. Tickets for the 60th Anniversary Celebration Banquet can be purchased here:
How much does a ticket to the banquet cost?
To be announced soon once location and time are ready to be announced. Thanks for your patience!
Will the 60th Anniversary Celebration Banquet be able to accommodate special dietary restrictions and/or needs?
Yes, we help cater to all dietary needs and restrictions.
GENERAL QUESTIONS
Will I be able to meet any current members of the Blue Stars?
Yes! There will be several opportunities to meet the current outstanding performers of the Blue Stars. Throughout the celebration weekend there will be joint rehearsals. The Blue Stars members will also be in attendance at the 60th Anniversary Celebration Banquet on Saturday evening.
How can I help out?
Help us get the word out - make sure that all of your Blue Stars’ friends are making plans to attend the Celebration weekend as a member of the Alumni Corps or simply to catch up and socialize at the 60th Anniversary Celebration Banquet and River City Rhapsody show! We are also looking for donations for the silent auction to be held at the 60th Anniversary Celebration Banquet. Let us know if you have something of value to help raise funds for the organization.
