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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.
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


BILL GOHLKE MEMORIAL HOCKEY TOURNAMENT
July 23rd - 25th, 2010
9AM to 10PM
Location: Northern Lights Arena
Contact Information:
Bridge Wertz
Phone: 989-356-1878
Bill Gohlke Memorial High School Tournament - 10 teams -
Charge is $2 per day or $5 for the entire tournament
CAR WASH & BOTTLE DRIVE for Alpena High School Tennis Team
July 24th, 2010
10AM to 4PM
Location: Time to Shine Car Wash on Bagley Street, Alpena

Please pass by for our team members to wash your vehicles. We will also accept recyclable cans and bottles at the site.


"THE DESERT FOX" WWII Film Series Part 1
July 24th, 2010
Time: 3:15PM
Location: Besser Museum for NE MI
Contact Information:
Amanda Dozier
Phone: 989-356-2202
The Besser Museum Founder's Society presents a WWII Film Series. All films will be shown in the Sky Theater Planetarium!
First to show is "The Desert Fox"
Erwin Johannes Eugen Rommel, was a high-ranking German Nazi officer during World War II. Rommel was famous for commanding the Axis alliance forces of Italy and Germany in the North African theatre of the Second World War. His triumphs in this region make him to be one of the most successful military leaders in desert warfare and thus contributed to his legendary name, Wüstenfuchs or the Desert Fox. This movie was produced in 1951.
Admission is $5 for adults $3 for seniors and children
"MEET THE EXPERTS" War Memorabilia
July 24th, 2010
11AM to 4PM
Location: Besser Museum for NE MI
Contact Information:
Amanda Dozier
Phone: 989-356-2202
Mr. Jon Dove of Alpena and Mr. Mel Smith are Collector Historians, who will be able to tell you all you need to know about ANY War artifacts you have. Bring them in on Saturday, July 24, for more information. This IS NOT an appraisal. This is opportunity to find out about that unique item you have and what it was possibly used for. Please bring in War items only. Call for more information 989-356-2202
Alpena Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB)
235 W. Chisholm St. · Alpena MI 49707 · 1-800-4-ALPENA or (989) 354-4181