MAGIC WATERS THEATRE
7757 Cave Road, Bainbridge, Ohio 45612
(937) 304-0818
David ‘Boonie’ Brizius: amazing life and wonderful legacy
By Ron Coffey
One of the nicest, funniest and most caring individuals to have graced us who knew him passed away on Christmas Eve 2019. David Boone “Boonie” Brizius, devoted husband of Janny and her life partner in the Magic Waters Theatre, the Haunted Hills, Christmas at the Cabin and C.A.M.P. (Constructing Assured & Motivated People), dedicated his life to bringing joy to others. Boonie was a talented magician who loved bringing smiles to faces young and old. Boonie was also a devoted Rotarian and was involved in numerous other organizations that aimed to bring more joy and opportunity for others.
I had the pleasure of attending Boonie’s 80thbirthday celebration in Gahanna. I think the year was 2014. What I remember most is the great crowd that showed up for the celebration. Many were graduates of the annual summer C.A.M.P. program that Boonie and Janny were involved in since 1956. The purpose of C.A.M.P. is to provide a faith-based environment that encourages campers to get to know God by setting the foundation for them to learn to love themselves, become more confident, and find their “Special Spark”; in doing so, campers are enabled to use their abilities to become leaders of the greater community.
Boonie loved working with other people and making them smile. He loved using magic tricks to make points about life. He loved telling jokes about his days playing football. He and Janny loved their Ohio State Buckeyes. Mr. and Mrs. Brizius had a life-long love affair with Hawaii and went there whenever they could. They loved the theatre and were enthusiastic about putting on a show.
It’s hard to separate Bonnie from Janny as they had so much in common. They loved the Lord, they loved their family, and there’s no doubt how much they loved each other!
Boonie will be missed by many. He was trulyunique and left an indelible mark on those who knew and loved him.
A celebration of Boonie’s life is scheduled Saturday, January 4, 2020 at the First Presbyterian Church, 457 Jefferson St., Greenfield, OH 45123. Visitors are welcome anytime between the hours of 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. at the church. There will be a special vespers service at 5:30 p.m. that day.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations in honor of Boonie to be given to C.A.M.P., P.O. Box 307371, Gahanna, OH 43230.
For the Magic Waters Theatre website, we found some photos of Boonie doing his favorite things with friends and family and have posted them above..
R.I.P. my friend.
By Ron Coffey
One of the nicest, funniest and most caring individuals to have graced us who knew him passed away on Christmas Eve 2019. David Boone “Boonie” Brizius, devoted husband of Janny and her life partner in the Magic Waters Theatre, the Haunted Hills, Christmas at the Cabin and C.A.M.P. (Constructing Assured & Motivated People), dedicated his life to bringing joy to others. Boonie was a talented magician who loved bringing smiles to faces young and old. Boonie was also a devoted Rotarian and was involved in numerous other organizations that aimed to bring more joy and opportunity for others.
I had the pleasure of attending Boonie’s 80thbirthday celebration in Gahanna. I think the year was 2014. What I remember most is the great crowd that showed up for the celebration. Many were graduates of the annual summer C.A.M.P. program that Boonie and Janny were involved in since 1956. The purpose of C.A.M.P. is to provide a faith-based environment that encourages campers to get to know God by setting the foundation for them to learn to love themselves, become more confident, and find their “Special Spark”; in doing so, campers are enabled to use their abilities to become leaders of the greater community.
Boonie loved working with other people and making them smile. He loved using magic tricks to make points about life. He loved telling jokes about his days playing football. He and Janny loved their Ohio State Buckeyes. Mr. and Mrs. Brizius had a life-long love affair with Hawaii and went there whenever they could. They loved the theatre and were enthusiastic about putting on a show.
It’s hard to separate Bonnie from Janny as they had so much in common. They loved the Lord, they loved their family, and there’s no doubt how much they loved each other!
Boonie will be missed by many. He was trulyunique and left an indelible mark on those who knew and loved him.
A celebration of Boonie’s life is scheduled Saturday, January 4, 2020 at the First Presbyterian Church, 457 Jefferson St., Greenfield, OH 45123. Visitors are welcome anytime between the hours of 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. at the church. There will be a special vespers service at 5:30 p.m. that day.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations in honor of Boonie to be given to C.A.M.P., P.O. Box 307371, Gahanna, OH 43230.
For the Magic Waters Theatre website, we found some photos of Boonie doing his favorite things with friends and family and have posted them above..
R.I.P. my friend.
Mrs. Santa Claus tending the tree at Christmas at the Cabin near Bainbridge. You might encounter Mrs. Claus or one of her interesting friends during a visit to the Cabin.
Last days of Christmas at the Cabin are under way
For those who have been meaning to pay a visit to Christmas at the Cabin -- there is still a bit of time (Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, Dec. 19, 20, 21 & 22). The Cabin is still fully stocked with beautiful hand-crafted gift items and decorations and you will be pleased with what you find is still awaiting your last minute visit.
Located at 7757 CAVE ROAD, the Cabin is just off of US Route 50, 4 miles west of Bainbridge, Ohio. (Don't be surprised if you find Mrs. Santa or one of her interesting friends tending the store!)
For those who have been meaning to pay a visit to Christmas at the Cabin -- there is still a bit of time (Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, Dec. 19, 20, 21 & 22). The Cabin is still fully stocked with beautiful hand-crafted gift items and decorations and you will be pleased with what you find is still awaiting your last minute visit.
Located at 7757 CAVE ROAD, the Cabin is just off of US Route 50, 4 miles west of Bainbridge, Ohio. (Don't be surprised if you find Mrs. Santa or one of her interesting friends tending the store!)
Cabin wraps up season Dec. 22 –
many great gift items still available!
Just four more days remain for Christmas at the Cabin 2019. This upcoming Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday (Dec. 19, 20, 21& 22) are the final days that Chrtistmas at the Cabin will be open this year. However, folks who do come on those days will find a Cabin still FULL OF BEAUTIFUL GIFT ITEMS AND DECORATIONS!
Call (937) 304-0818 for directions, or find the Cabin just off of US Route 50 on the Cave Road, four miles west of Bainbridge, Ohio.
many great gift items still available!
Just four more days remain for Christmas at the Cabin 2019. This upcoming Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday (Dec. 19, 20, 21& 22) are the final days that Chrtistmas at the Cabin will be open this year. However, folks who do come on those days will find a Cabin still FULL OF BEAUTIFUL GIFT ITEMS AND DECORATIONS!
Call (937) 304-0818 for directions, or find the Cabin just off of US Route 50 on the Cave Road, four miles west of Bainbridge, Ohio.
Beautiful new items still arriving for the
remaining days of Christmas at the Cabin
NEWS FROM THE CABIN – Valrie Jean Lowe, who is tending the Cabin during these final days at Christmas at the Cabin, reports to me that BRAND NEW ITEMS ARE ARRIVING STILL! These include beautiful decorative sweatshirts, quilted items from Barb Isenhauer, more wonderful woodcrafts from Seve Koller, including the bear bench which was a special order, fabulous hand-painted silk scarves,exquisite hand-turned wooden bowls which are priced affordably, and even more – all plus the original inventory which is being constantly replenished.
Folks making their first visit during these last days will have as impressive a visit as those who arrived in October! And of course many of you are returning again and again, I know.
On behalf of all of my wonderful artisans, THANK YOU! - Janny
The 39th annual Christmas at the Cabin will be open through December 22 on Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Sundays from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
remaining days of Christmas at the Cabin
NEWS FROM THE CABIN – Valrie Jean Lowe, who is tending the Cabin during these final days at Christmas at the Cabin, reports to me that BRAND NEW ITEMS ARE ARRIVING STILL! These include beautiful decorative sweatshirts, quilted items from Barb Isenhauer, more wonderful woodcrafts from Seve Koller, including the bear bench which was a special order, fabulous hand-painted silk scarves,exquisite hand-turned wooden bowls which are priced affordably, and even more – all plus the original inventory which is being constantly replenished.
Folks making their first visit during these last days will have as impressive a visit as those who arrived in October! And of course many of you are returning again and again, I know.
On behalf of all of my wonderful artisans, THANK YOU! - Janny
The 39th annual Christmas at the Cabin will be open through December 22 on Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Sundays from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Janny’s friends helping during
final weeks of Christmas at the Cabin
My Great FRIEND, VALRIE JEAN LOWE, is extremely close with two interesting ladies – and has persuaded both of them to help fill in for me while I am busy taking care of Boonie, so for those of you who are planning on making your visit to the Cabin during these next two (last) weeks of Christmas at the Cabin, you’ll be hosted by "Herself, the Elf"-- or "Mrs Santa"!!! What fun, huh?
final weeks of Christmas at the Cabin
My Great FRIEND, VALRIE JEAN LOWE, is extremely close with two interesting ladies – and has persuaded both of them to help fill in for me while I am busy taking care of Boonie, so for those of you who are planning on making your visit to the Cabin during these next two (last) weeks of Christmas at the Cabin, you’ll be hosted by "Herself, the Elf"-- or "Mrs Santa"!!! What fun, huh?
Christmas at the Cabin in final weeks,
with many great gifts still available!
Christmas at the Cabin is in its final weeks for 2019, but as I sit and look around, it is amazing! The wonderul artisans have continued to replenish their wares and also sent new ones not sent before, and there is barely a place in the Cabin that is not simply crammed with those beautiful things, ALL FOR SALE! -- and yet it does not look junky – just SUPER FESTIVE!
My thanks to friend, Valrie Jean Lowe, for being there when I cannot be. We'll be open through December 22 on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 10am till 5pm and on Sundays from 1pm till 5 pm.
If you've not been to Christmas at the Cabin, it is located at 7757 CAVE ROAD, just off of US Route 50 midway between Hillsboro and Chillicothe and 4 miles west of Bainbridge. Some folks tell me they have not had their Christmas without at least one visit to "The Cabin."
Hope to see you soon – Janny.
with many great gifts still available!
Christmas at the Cabin is in its final weeks for 2019, but as I sit and look around, it is amazing! The wonderul artisans have continued to replenish their wares and also sent new ones not sent before, and there is barely a place in the Cabin that is not simply crammed with those beautiful things, ALL FOR SALE! -- and yet it does not look junky – just SUPER FESTIVE!
My thanks to friend, Valrie Jean Lowe, for being there when I cannot be. We'll be open through December 22 on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 10am till 5pm and on Sundays from 1pm till 5 pm.
If you've not been to Christmas at the Cabin, it is located at 7757 CAVE ROAD, just off of US Route 50 midway between Hillsboro and Chillicothe and 4 miles west of Bainbridge. Some folks tell me they have not had their Christmas without at least one visit to "The Cabin."
Hope to see you soon – Janny.
Still time left for crafts by amazing
artisans at 39th Christmas at the Cabin
Well, the moderate weather is helping us with the furnace problem at Christmas at the Cabin and friends are helping supply alternate heat so shopping at the Cabin is still pleasant --- and the Artisans!!! (They just keep bringing in more beautiful items!) The last two days 5 different crafters have brought in more of their wares to keep the cabin STUFFED! – both brand new things not there before and replenishments of the ones I've already found new homes for (Fabulous wreaths for your homes and also for your mailboxes!/beautiful wood crafts/ Amazing quilted items/Quality needle work -- for the babies and kiddies and also for their parents and grandparents/New dolls and stuffed animals/ Unique ornaments.
Well, I could actually go on, but that's a good sampling of just some of the new things that have arrived for you to admire and purchase at Christmas at the Cabin's 39th rendition – the first one happening in 1981 with the help of one of my oldest and dearest friends, Patsy Free, who actually made new curtains for every window in the Cabin and basically made all of the Cabin full of beautiful things! (Now there are 40+ artisans from across the country participating.)
The Cabin still has a bit of time left -- The last day is December 22, and it is open every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. (Some folks tell me they haven't had their Christmas till they've had at least one visit out to Cave Holler and Christmas at the Cabin.
Feel free to call with any question/for directions etc. (937) 304-0818. And It's time now I can say, "Merry Christmas to all!"
artisans at 39th Christmas at the Cabin
Well, the moderate weather is helping us with the furnace problem at Christmas at the Cabin and friends are helping supply alternate heat so shopping at the Cabin is still pleasant --- and the Artisans!!! (They just keep bringing in more beautiful items!) The last two days 5 different crafters have brought in more of their wares to keep the cabin STUFFED! – both brand new things not there before and replenishments of the ones I've already found new homes for (Fabulous wreaths for your homes and also for your mailboxes!/beautiful wood crafts/ Amazing quilted items/Quality needle work -- for the babies and kiddies and also for their parents and grandparents/New dolls and stuffed animals/ Unique ornaments.
Well, I could actually go on, but that's a good sampling of just some of the new things that have arrived for you to admire and purchase at Christmas at the Cabin's 39th rendition – the first one happening in 1981 with the help of one of my oldest and dearest friends, Patsy Free, who actually made new curtains for every window in the Cabin and basically made all of the Cabin full of beautiful things! (Now there are 40+ artisans from across the country participating.)
The Cabin still has a bit of time left -- The last day is December 22, and it is open every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. (Some folks tell me they haven't had their Christmas till they've had at least one visit out to Cave Holler and Christmas at the Cabin.
Feel free to call with any question/for directions etc. (937) 304-0818. And It's time now I can say, "Merry Christmas to all!"
Winter 2019 ‘Happenings in
the Hills’ available for viewing
The Winter 2019 issue of “Happenings in the Hills” has been printed and contains lots of information about festivals and activities in and around our beautiful Appalachian hill country. The festive issue features the lastest information about Christmas at the Cabin, scheduled through Dec. 22 and including a special Thanksgiving night at the historic cabin. There are listings of many area events that will take place during the season. And don’t forget the Selfies With Santa vent planned for Saturday, Nov. 23!
To read the digital version of ‘Happenings in the Hills,’ click HERE.
the Hills’ available for viewing
The Winter 2019 issue of “Happenings in the Hills” has been printed and contains lots of information about festivals and activities in and around our beautiful Appalachian hill country. The festive issue features the lastest information about Christmas at the Cabin, scheduled through Dec. 22 and including a special Thanksgiving night at the historic cabin. There are listings of many area events that will take place during the season. And don’t forget the Selfies With Santa vent planned for Saturday, Nov. 23!
To read the digital version of ‘Happenings in the Hills,’ click HERE.
Autumn 2019 'Happenings in the Hills'
hits the streets (in printed and digital form)
The Autumn 2019 issue of “Happenings in the Hills” has been printed and contains lots of information about festivals and activities in and around our beautiful Appalachian hill country. There are even a couple of articles about raccoons -- one from hell and some of the singing variety. Thanks to Janny and Boonie Brizius for keeping us informed with this lovely publication. “Happenings” is free, so watch for it at many area businesses or check out the digital version by clicking HERE.
hits the streets (in printed and digital form)
The Autumn 2019 issue of “Happenings in the Hills” has been printed and contains lots of information about festivals and activities in and around our beautiful Appalachian hill country. There are even a couple of articles about raccoons -- one from hell and some of the singing variety. Thanks to Janny and Boonie Brizius for keeping us informed with this lovely publication. “Happenings” is free, so watch for it at many area businesses or check out the digital version by clicking HERE.
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Summer 2019 ‘Happenings in the Hills’ celebrates
area festivals, events The Summer2019 issue of “Happenings in the Hills” has been printed and contains information about festivals and events in our beautiful Appalachian hill country. The current issue includes information about C.A.M.P. (Constructing Assured & Motivated People, a program that dates back to 1956!), a calendar of events and a look at the Greene Countrie Towne Festival as well as popular summer destination Long’s Retreat. Thanks to Janny and Boonie Brizius for keeping us informed with this lovely publication. “Happenings” is free, so watch for it at many area businesses or check out the digital version by clicking the link below: happenings_summer_2019.pdf |
(937) 304-0818
Dave and Janny Brizius can help you with all your travel needs and their specialty is Hawaiian vacations. Few know the islands better than Dave and Janny.
Call 937-304-0818 for additional information.
Dave and Janny Brizius can help you with all your travel needs and their specialty is Hawaiian vacations. Few know the islands better than Dave and Janny.
Call 937-304-0818 for additional information.