<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Alton Band and Orchestra Builders]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alton Band and Orchestra Builders]]></description><link>https://www.abob.net/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 04:56:29 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.abob.net/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[August 2026 ABOB Minutes]]></title><description><![CDATA[ABOB General Meeting Minutes ABOB General Meeting Minutes  Aug 24, 2026 6:00 PM Meeting Called to Order Aug 24, 2026 6:05 PM Attendance Approval of Minutes Treasurer’s Report Teacher Reports Committee Reports Old Business Agenda Item:  M-100 uniforms debt: First payment has been moved to Jan 1st. The sponsorship package will be brought to the board for approval. Sno Cones and Merch Tent at Parent Preview$250ish brought in Thank you to the Band Camp Committee and volunteers that helped during...]]></description><link>https://www.abob.net/post/august-2026-abob-minutes</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a90eba1b26be70df891311a</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:09:29 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ac2057_63f44562af3c4f478dabc3f3c08fd091~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>altonbandorchestra</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dine Out with ABOB at Subway - POSTPONED!!! ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Join us for Dine Out with ABOB at Subway!  Stop by any Alton or Godfrey Subway location on Tuesday, August 18th from 5:00–9:00 PM!RESCHEDULED TO AUGUST 25th 10% of all sales during this time will be donated to ABOB!  Grab some dinner and support a great cause at the same time. We hope to see you there! Screenshot]]></description><link>https://www.abob.net/post/dine-out-with-abob-at-subway-postponed</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a90eba1b26be70df8913118</guid><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:45:17 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ac2057_86990a3a037449259d92b403656d1938~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>altonbandorchestra</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ABOB 2026 Virtual Auction Sponsors]]></title><description><![CDATA[We are so grateful for the support from our local businesses and friends of ABOB for sponsoring this year's Virtual Auction.]]></description><link>https://www.abob.net/post/abob-2026-virtual-auction-sponsors</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a90eba1b26be70df8913115</guid><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 01:42:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ac2057_91af36c1bf7d4cb8b915e6183229b838~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>altonbandorchestra</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[General Meeting Minutes, 05/18/]]></title><description><![CDATA[ABOB General Meeting Minutes  May 18, 2026 Meeting Called to Order May 18, 2026 7:00 PM Attendance Approval of Minutes Treasurer’s Report Teacher Reports Committee Reports New Business Agenda Item: Increase of ABOB Scholarship  Agenda Item: M100 Uniform CD Agenda Item: Elections Abbi reviewed Robert’s rules for the group on voting Louise reads report on nom comm Jackie-nomm comm chairman: Presented - President-Daniel Nosce Louise opened floor for nominations Motion to close floor for...]]></description><link>https://www.abob.net/post/general-meeting-minutes-05-18</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a90eba1b26be70df891311b</guid><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:14:51 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ac2057_f55800c5752a403d80abf7fc74cb6703~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>altonbandorchestra</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marching 100 Band Camp Parent Volunteer Meeting]]></title><description><![CDATA[Will you have a student in the Marching 100 this year? 
Then you should come to this meeting! Come learn about all the ins and outs of being a parent volunteer during Band Camp! ]]></description><link>https://www.abob.net/post/marching-100-band-camp-parent-volunteer-meeting</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a90eba1b26be70df8913116</guid><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 16:34:57 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ac2057_72f78caaafcc4cbaa6b57df6cb804ca5~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>altonbandorchestra</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Did you know that May 20th is National Band Director's Day?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Alton Band and Orchestra Builders want to give a huge shoutout and thanks to all of our Band Directors in the Alton School District: Matt Chesner - AHS Head Band Director &#38; Marching 100 Director Chuck Willard - AHS Assistant Band Director &#38; Percussion Instructor Kenny King - AMS &#38; District Band Director Chris Jarden - AMS &#38; District Band Director Thank you for all you do for all of our musicians and Happy National Band Director’s Day!]]></description><link>https://www.abob.net/post/did-you-know-that-may-20th-is-national-band-director-s-day</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a90eba1b26be70df8913119</guid><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 21:02:01 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ac2057_9b93166d3b8546d99b3c1e1c87c19d95~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>altonbandorchestra</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ABOB Dine Out @ Bakers &#38;amp; Hale Sunday, April 12]]></title><description><![CDATA[Join us for great food while supporting our band, orchestra and the Marching 100 at Bakers &#38; Hale, 7120 Montclair Ave Godfrey, Sunday, April 12th from 11:00 am - 8:00 pm. Mention ABOB and Bakers &#38; Hale will donate a percentage of your purchase back to ABOB. Dine in or Carry Out. Curbside pickup available and includes the 'Family Take Home' menu. Thank you for keeping the music playing stronger than ever in the Alton School District!]]></description><link>https://www.abob.net/post/abob-dine-out-bakers-amp-hale-sunday-april-12</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a90eba1b26be70df8913117</guid><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 02:20:44 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ac2057_78a588e2a58b403a88374607a347de77~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>altonbandorchestra</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ABOB General Meeting Minutes 02/23/26]]></title><description><![CDATA[ABOB General Meeting Minutes  Feb 23, 2026 Meeting Called to Order Feb 23, 2026 6:00 PM Attendance Approval of Minutes Treasurer’s Report Teacher Reports Committee Reports Old Business Agenda Item: Craft Fair for school groups OLD Business Agenda Item: M100 Trip  OLD Business Agenda Item: M100 Uniforms New Business Agenda Item: DCI summer Agenda Item: END OF MEETING Next Meeting: Mar 23, 2026 6:00 PMMeeting Adjourned: Feb 23, 2026 7:15 PM]]></description><link>https://www.abob.net/post/abob-general-meeting-minutes-02-23-26</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a90eb9e5635ed66de224e6b</guid><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:18:15 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>altonbandorchestra</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ABOB Meeting Minutes January 26, 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[ABOB General Meeting Minutes  Jan 26, 2026 Meeting Called to Order Jan 26, 2026 6:05 PM Attendance Approval of Minutes Treasurer’s Report Teacher Reports Committee Reports Old Business Agenda Item: M100 Uniform Update New Business Agenda Item: School group fees at craft fair Agenda Item: Band Camp Stipend Agenda Item: Schumann’s Trip Agenda Item: M100 Big Trip Agenda Item: M100 Parent Meeting  Agenda Item: Fundraising Committee Agenda Item: Roadside Assistance Next Meeting: Not Set Meeting...]]></description><link>https://www.abob.net/post/abob-meeting-minutes-january-26-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a90eb9e5635ed66de224e69</guid><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:04:04 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>altonbandorchestra</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[2025-2026 Alton School District Performing Arts Events]]></title><description><![CDATA[2025 2026 District Concert DatesDownload]]></description><link>https://www.abob.net/post/2025-2026-alton-school-district-performing-arts-events</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a90eb9e5635ed66de224e66</guid><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2025 05:54:25 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>altonbandorchestra</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Over 100 Years of Music. Help Build the Next Movement]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dear Families and Friends, ABOB’s 36th Olde Alton Arts &#38; Craft Fair was a huge success, and as we reflect on the year, we are incredibly grateful for our parents and community who make our mission possible.  Alton bands and orchestras just wrapped up a busy concert season and students are now nestled at home with dreams of sugarplums, hot cocoa, and a little extra time to rest those chops and fingers.  Before we recap the year, we want to ask for your support using our Zeffy campaign: ...]]></description><link>https://www.abob.net/post/over-100-years-of-music-help-build-the-next-movement</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a90eb9e5635ed66de224e6a</guid><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2025 05:28:07 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>altonbandorchestra</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[36th Annual ABOB Olde Alton Arts &#38;amp; Craft Fair Info, Menu &#38;amp; Crafter Locations]]></title><link>https://www.abob.net/post/36th-annual-abob-olde-alton-arts-amp-craft-fair-info-menu-amp-crafter-locations</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a90eb9e5635ed66de224e68</guid><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 20:44:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ac2057_060720f033f843209f786f8aa9b1e2f9~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>altonbandorchestra</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ABOB 2025-2026 Events &#38;amp; Fundraisers]]></title><link>https://www.abob.net/post/abob-2025-2026-events-amp-fundraisers</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a90eb9e5635ed66de224e65</guid><pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2025 05:16:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ac2057_81898530e4da4d16bf342e656ea34679~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>altonbandorchestra</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[10/27/25 ABOB Meeting Minutes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alton Band and Orchestra Builders Executive Board Meeting Minutes Date: Oct 27, 2025 Start: @ 6:01 AHS Band Room  Attendance: Michael Ridgley, Jackie Ridgley, Bradley Donoho, Kristi Futhey, Katie Young, Mark Hilgert, Laura Plummer, Dawn Humphrey, Ed &#38; Cathy Gray, Chuck Willard, Matt Chesner, Deborah Gabriel, Abigail Knoche, Jason Chapman, Louise Haar-Chapman, Elaine Kane, Amy Macias, Andrea Estabrook, Natasha Theberge, Kristina Imel, Laura Hardin Introductions of people in the Room Meeting...]]></description><link>https://www.abob.net/post/10-27-25-abob-meeting-minutes</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a90eb9e5635ed66de224e6c</guid><pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2025 05:01:53 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>altonbandorchestra</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ABOB October Meeting Tonight!]]></title><description><![CDATA[ABOB's monthly meeting is tonight, Monday, October 27 at 6:00 pm in the Alton H.S. band room. All band and orchestra parents are welcome to attend.]]></description><link>https://www.abob.net/post/abob-october-meeting-tonight</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a90eb9e5635ed66de224e67</guid><pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2025 14:19:57 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>altonbandorchestra</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[9/29/25 ABOB Meeting Minutes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alton Band and Orchestra Builders  Board Meeting Agenda   29 September 2025 6:00pm @ AHS  Open/Additions to Agenda/Introductions Attendance: Michael Ridgley, Bradley Donoho, Kristi Futhey, Katie Young, Mark Hilgert, Laura Plummer, Dawn Humphrey, Ed &#38; Kathy Gray, Chuck Willard, Matt Chesner, Sally Pierce, Yvette Paris, Deborah Gabriel, Abigail Knoche, Jason &#38; Louise Chapman, Elaine Kane, Amy Macias, Jill Mitchell, Daniel Nosce, Andrea Estabrook, Natasha Theberge, Kristina Imel Meeting Minutes...]]></description><link>https://www.abob.net/post/9-29-25-abob-meeting-minutes</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a90eb9e5635ed66de224e6e</guid><pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2025 00:19:43 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>altonbandorchestra</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[August 25, 2025 Minutes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alton Band and Orchestra Builders Executive Board Meeting Minutes Date: Aug 25, 2025 Start: @ 6:03 AHS Orchestra room  Attendance: Laura Plummer, Math Chesner, Chuck Willard Kirsitna Imel, Jackie Ridgley, Louise Haar-Chapman, Yvette Paris, Laura Hardin, Jason Chapman, Jodi Baum, Mark Hilgert, Katie Young, Abigail Knoche, Sally Pierce, Ed &#38; Cathy Gray, Dawn Humphrey  Introductions of people in the Room Meeting Minutes from May 19, 2025 Posted on ABOB.net Motion to accept: Yvette Paris gave the...]]></description><link>https://www.abob.net/post/august-25-2025-minutes</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a90eb9e5635ed66de224e6d</guid><pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2025 15:22:20 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>altonbandorchestra</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[05/19/2025 ABOB Board Meeting Minutes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alton Band and Orchestra BuildersExecutive Board Meeting MinutesDate:  Start: @ 6:10 AHS Orchestra room  Attendance: Laura Plummer, Blake Korte, Chuck Willard, Ruth Waggener, Jackie Ridgley, Louise Haar-Chapman, Yvette Paris, Jill Mitchell, Jason Chapman, Brian Macias, Jodi Baum, Mark Hilgert, Katie &#38; Mike Young, Abigail Knoche, Deborah Gabriel, Brad Donoho, Roger Waggener, Ed &#38; Cathy Gray, Dawn Humphrey  Open/Additions to Agenda/Introductions @ 6:10 pm Meeting Minutes Posted on ABOB.net...]]></description><link>https://www.abob.net/post/05-19-2025-abob-board-meeting-minutes</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a90eb9bb26be70df89130fa</guid><pubDate>Mon, 19 May 2025 23:53:02 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>altonbandorchestra</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[4/28/25: ABOB Board minutes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alton Band and Orchestra BuildersExecutive Board Meeting MinutesDate: April 28, 2025 Start: @ AHS Orchestra room  Attendance: Ruth Waggener, Dawn Humphrey, Chuck Willard, Mark Hilgert, Kristi Futhey, Jason Chapman, Louise Haar-Chapman, Jodi Baum, Blake Korte, Katie Young, Amy and Brian Macias, Brad Donoho, Jil Mitchell, Jackie Ridgley, Sally Pierce Open/Additions to Agenda/Introductions @ 7:01pm Meeting Minutes Posted and sent in email after last meeting Treasurer’s Report Paying out...]]></description><link>https://www.abob.net/post/4-28-25-abob-board-minutes</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a90eb9bb26be70df89130f7</guid><pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2025 00:39:18 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>altonbandorchestra</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ABOB Virtual Auction Sponsors]]></title><description><![CDATA[We are incredibly thankful for the support of our sponsors for this years' ABOB Virtual Auction.]]></description><link>https://www.abob.net/post/abob-virtual-auction-sponsors</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a90eb9bb26be70df89130f3</guid><pubDate>Thu, 03 Apr 2025 04:17:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ac2057_8127190d0f0440ef8ce9022cccc99100~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>altonbandorchestra</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>