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Special Events

It seems as though something special is always going on in Alpena. Festivals and events that celebrate Independence Day, antique steam engines, classic cars, lighthouses, Santa Claus, the Thunder Bay River, and a fish called “Big Brownie” are just a smattering of the special events that take place in Alpena year ‘round.  Great performances at the Alpena Fine Arts Shell, Alpena High School Auditorium, the Alpena County Library and Alpena Community College’s Granum Theatre are scheduled throughout the year.

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SUMMER VIEW ~ "SHOW US YOUR heART"
May 21st - September 4th, 2010
(Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. )
NOON to 6PM
Location: Art in the Loft Gallery 109 - inside the Center Building - Downtown Alpena

A unique gallery experience. The largest regional fine arts gallery, featuring over 30 juried artists. Come view our selection of affordable fine art and unique gifts in all price ranges. Will be open until 9pm on Fridays in the month of July ONLY.


LIVE BAND
May 22nd - September 4th, 2010
(Sat. )
7PM to 11PM
Location: Maplewood Tavern
Phone: 989-595-6668
ALPENA FARMERS MARKET
June 19th - October 30th, 2010
(Wed. Sat. )
8AM to 12:00 NOON or until sold out...
Location: Behind City Hall just off of River Street
Contact Information:
JB Cook, Jim Hiske or DDA
Phone: 989.356.5995 or 989.727.2271 or 989.356.6422

Locally grown fresh produce, baked goods, cut flowers, perennials, maple syrup, honey and arts and crafts from Alpena, Alcona, Montmorency, Presque Isle, and Oscoda counties.


CARDIO TENNIS
June 30th - August 21st, 2010
(Wed. Sat. )
8:30AM to 9:30AM
Location: Bay View Park Tennis Courts, Alpena
Contact Information:
Vickie Lampel
Phone: 989-356-0605

Energizing, heart pumping cardio workout to music. No tennis experience necessary. Racquets & balls provided. Come join the fun on the shores of Thunder Bay. Try something new & meet friendly new people. $5 per workout.


LIVE MUSIC IN THE BARN
July 3rd - October 16th, 2010
(Sat. )
7PM to 10PM
Location: Thunder Bay Golf & RV Resort, Hillman, MI
Contact Information:
Jack Matthias
Phone: 800-729-9375
Live free music event every Saturday night during summer 2010. Come and enjoy the evening. Refreshments available for purchase.
THUNDER BAY AUDUBON SOCIETY
July 8th - 31st, 2010
Time: 5PM Dinner & 6PM boat tour
Location: Meet at Jack's Landing

Fletcher Pond Dinner and Pontoon Boat Tour
$10 per person for boat ride
Please call Linda to RSVP at 989-727-4703


DOUBT
July 14th - 25th, 2010
(Sun. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. )
Time: Wednesday-Saturday, 7:30PM & Sunday 2PM
Location: Thunder Bay Theatre
Contact Information:
Mark Butterfuss
Phone: 989-354-2267
Winner of the 2005 Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award this moving drama is set in 1964 it could not be more timely.
"SUMMER SIDEWALK SALES"
July 16th - 18th, 2010
Location: Alpena Mall - 2380 US 23 South, Alpena
Contact Information:
Alpena Mall Office
Phone: 989.356.9016

For more information please call the Mall Office at: 989.356.9016 or The web: www.alpenamall.com


HOCKEY TOURNAMENT
July 16th - 18th, 2010
9AM to 10PM
Location: Northern Lights Arena
Contact Information:
Bridge Wertz
Phone: 989-356-1878

High School Memorial Tournament - 10 teams - three days (Friday-Sunday)
$2 per day or $5 for the weekend


36TH ANNUAL MICHIGAN BROWN TROUT FESTIVAL
July 16th - 25th, 2010
Location: Alpena Boat Harbor - 400 East Chisholm Street

All events and shows are listed on the website at www.alpenami-browntrout.com

Booklets also available at the Alpena Area Chamber of Commerce, 989-354-4181.


OPENING RECEPTION FOR WWII EXHIBIT
July 17th, 2010
1PM to 4PM
Location: Besser Museum for Northeast Michigan, 491 Johnson St.
Phone: 989-356-2202

Entertainment from 2p.m.-3p.m. featuring USO Style Entertainment, Besser Male Chorus, 4-D Second Street Dance Studio and other special guests.

Admission is $5 for adults and $3 for seniors and children. Veterans and active military get in for FREE.


SUNRISE SIDE WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL
July 17th, 2010
NOON to 6PM
Location: Harrisvile Harbor under the Big Tent
Free sampling of Michigan wines and fine foods from area restaurants.
Live music and fine arts
34TH ANNUAL THUNDER BAY ARTS COUNCIL'S "Art on the Bay"
July 17th - 18th, 2010
Location: Beautiful Bay View Park on State Street / Prentiss Street, Alpena

A JURIED ART FAIR

Saturday, July 17th, - 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sunday, July 18th, - 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

There will be a varity of crafts, jewelry, art, clothing, and lots more. A variety of food will also be available.

Children are invited to create their own art work at the "Kids Art Zone" with artist/instructor Tom Cieciorka.

For more information please call The Thunder Bay Arts Council: 989-356-6678. Check out our web-site at: www.tbarts.org  


WWII: A TRIBUTE EXHIBIT
July 17th - September 11th, 2010
10AM to 5PM
Location: Besser Museum for NE Michigan
Contact Information:
Randy Shultz
Phone: 989-356-2202
This tribute exhibit will try to share how encompassing this war really was. From the front line soldiers to the home front bond efforts, we will try to cover them all. The exhibit will consist of mostly "loaned" items from families and veterans themselves. Many of the items are very personal in nature and many are one of a kind.
Alpena Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB)
235 W. Chisholm St. · Alpena MI 49707 · 1-800-4-ALPENA or (989) 354-4181