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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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CIRCLE OF PARENTS, KINSHIP CARE MEETING
April 1st - July 29th, 2010
(Thu. )
1:30PM to 3PM
Location: Alpena Senior Citizens Center, 501 River St.
Phone: 989-356-3585
Meeting for grandparents and other caregivers raising children. Group will meet each week.
Wii THURSDAYS!
April 1st - July 29th, 2010
(Thu. )
Time: 10AM
Location: Alpena Senior Citizens Center, 501 River St.
Phone: 989-356-3585
Try your had with the Nintendo Wii game system as we explore vairous sports like golf.... bowling... tennis.... Great fun & great exercise! Everyone welcome, all ages. No charge for this event.
THE MUSIC MASTERS KARAOKE
May 20th - September 2nd, 2010
(Thu. )
Time: 7PM
Location: Maplewood Tavern
Phone: 989-595-6668
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.


THUNDER BAY WOOD CARVERS EXHIBIT
June 3rd - July 29th, 2010
(Mon. Wed. Thu. )
10AM to 1PM
Location: Thunder Bay Arts Council, 309-1/2 N. Second Ave., in the Waterfront Building
Contact Information:
TBAC Office
Phone: 989-356-6678

Carving sessions are held at the Besser Museum of Northeast Michigan on Thursdays from 1p.m.-4p.m. and the Alpena County Library on Tuesdays, from 1p.m.-4p.m. New members are always welcome.


CARDIO TENNIS
June 29th - August 24th, 2010
(Tue. Thu. )
6PM to 7PM
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.


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


ALPENA CITY BAND CONCERT
July 8th - August 12th, 2010
(Thu. )
7:30PM to 8:30PM
Location: Alpena's Bayview Park Bandshell

Bring a blanket or a chair and don’t forget to tell your friends. Then sit back and enjoy some great music. (In case of rain, SORRY! no concert)


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.
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.


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'S DOWNTOWN SIDEWALK SALES
July 22nd - 24th, 2010
Location: Beautiful Downtown Alpena, Michigan
Contact Information:
Downtown Development
Phone: 989.356.6422

Check out our web-site: www.alpenadowntown.com
Mark your calendars more information to come at a later date. Questions please call: 989.356.6422


Alpena Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB)
235 W. Chisholm St. · Alpena MI 49707 · 1-800-4-ALPENA or (989) 354-4181