A delightful cultural event is set to unfold on Sunday, May 4, blending the joy of music with a traditional culinary experience. Bethel College's Masterworks concert will captivate audiences with its melodious charm, while Kauffman Museum invites enthusiasts to partake in a unique food offering known as faspa, available for collection on the same day. This event provides an excellent opportunity to immerse oneself in the rich traditions of the region while supporting the museum.

Participants can indulge in a light evening meal steeped in history, which features bread, jam, meat, and cheese—a tradition rooted in Low German Mennonite households. This year, Prairy Market in Newton takes charge of crafting a modern take on this classic spread by presenting a charcuterie box filled with artisanal delights, priced at $50 per box. To enhance the festivities celebrating spring, Kauffman Museum collaborates with local businesses to host a faspa raffle offering exciting prizes such as gift cards from renowned establishments and handmade treasures. Tickets for the raffle are conveniently integrated into the charcutery orders, allowing patrons to participate effortlessly.

Bethel Masterworks choir and orchestra promise an unforgettable musical journey featuring compositions by Dan Forrest, Mozart, and Craig Hella Johnson. The performance showcases the talents of various vocal groups, community members, alumni, students, faculty, and guest performers, creating a harmonious symphony that resonates with the spirit of unity and creativity. Meanwhile, the museum continues to welcome visitors with its intriguing exhibits that delve into immigrant artifacts and stories, fostering a deeper understanding of heritage and culture. Through these events, communities come together to celebrate shared values and aspirations, reinforcing the bonds that unite us all.