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Upcoming Events
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RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP NOW
August 2026
CHSMPA memberships expire on August 31. We need as many members of the community to stay engaged and renew as members for the 2026-27 school year—your membership is more important than ever! Renew now to stay in the loop on everything music at Columbia.
Renewal is quick and easy, and all of your contributions go directly to the Music Program.
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SUPPORT THE MARCHING BAND AT PORCHFEST!
Sunday, September 6th
The Marching Band will be hosting its first big fundraiser as it provides refreshment at a perennial SOMA favorite, Porchfest! Come by the band’s concessions tent to cool off as you enjoy the community’s talent, while also supporting the band.
Visit the band’s Lemonade Stand at Porch #22 (see the map) for fresh lemonade, water, or iced coffee! All proceeds go to the Marching Band.
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MARCHING BAND 2026 TOUR SEASON KICKS OFF SEPTEMBER 26
Saturday, September 26
Hanover Park High SchoolThe Cougar Marching band is proud to announce its 2026 Season tour, where it will perform its field show, Club Fuego, in competition against other schools across New Jersey. Catch the Cougars at these stops:
Hanover Park High School, Sept 26
North Brunswick High School, Oct 3
Pequannock High School, Oct 10
Wayne Valley, Oct 17
Ridge High School, Oct 24
NJ State Championships, Robbinsville, Oct 31Check out the USBands Website for information and tickets.
Student Groups Present First “Live at the Library” Band Showcase
MIC and MSC presented its inaugural student band showcase on December 4, featuring 10 CHS bands.
Excelsior Singers Bring Cheer to SOMSD Board Meeting
The Excelsior Singers, under the direction of Mr. Nicholas Diaz, opened the SOMSD November Board of Education meeting with a brief but beautiful performance. They set a joyful tone for the evening as the holiday concert season gets underway.
Cougar Marching Band Wraps Up Stunning Season
The Cougar Marching Band presented its moving field show, Let It Be, at State Championships, wrapping up an incredible season.
FUNDED: CHSMPA Helps CHS Purchase New Truck for Cougar Marching Band
CHSMPA chipped in with CHS to purchase the Cougar Marching Band a new truck to move its equipment all over the district (and to compete all over NJ).
