Marie Dressler 150th Birthday Celebration

On November 9, Marie Dressler's 150th birthday was celebrated. She was born on November 9, 1868 and 73 came to her birthday party in the Art Gallery of Northumberland. In addition 18 members of La Jeunesse Choir entertained us. They performed "Singing in the Rain" in honour of Marie who sang this song in the 1929 Hollywood Revue as well as the requisite "Happy Birthday". Actress Carlotta Rutledge portrayed Marie and when the kids made birthday cards for Marie she presented them with presents.

In attendance were MPP David Piccini, Mayor Gil Brocanier and several Councillors. The party was kicked off by the Town crier Mandy Robinson.

The Photos in the slide show below give an idea of the event.

Hover over image to pause and access arrows to manually scroll.

• 
  Town Crier, Mandy Robinson
• 
  Marie Dressler Foundation Chair, Rick Miller
• 
  Town Crier with Marie Dressler
• 
  Carlotta Rutledge as Marie Dressler
• 
  La Jeunesse Choir
• 
  Mayor Gil Brocanier
• 
  Party at the AGN
• 
  MPP David Piccini
• 
  Part of La Jeunesse Choir
• 
  La Jeunesse Choir
• 
  Creating Birthday Cards
• 
  Creating Birthday Cards
• 
  Receiving Presents from Marie
• 
  Party at the AGN