Events

Mar
1
7:00 PM19:00

Annual Membership Meeting

6:00-7:00 PM Business Meeting

7:00-10:00 PM Potluck dinner

As a member of the Society, you have voting rights at our Annual Business Meeting. (You may renew your membership at the door if it has expired.) At the meeting, we will vote for the candidates for the vacant positions on the Board of Directors and other items. If you would like to be considered for one of the Board positions, please send an email to President@thunderbayfolkfest.org with a short bio with your qualifications and a recent photo of yourself.

So bring your wonderful selves with a friend or two, a dish-to-pass, and/or a baked good for our fabulous bake sale. There will be a 50/50 drawing and TBFS merchandise on sale. We hope to see you there!

PLEASE JOIN US FOR A FUN EVENING!

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Jan
20
6:00 PM18:00

Thunder Bay Folk Society Annual Membership Meeting

Join us for the Thunder Bay Folk Society Annual Membership Meeting.

FUN, FOOD, MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT by The Lucky Nows, DOOR PRIZES, 50-50, CASH BAR, MERCHANDISE, BAKE SALE, and WIN FREE TICKETS TO THE FESTIVAL!

WHEN: January 20, 2024

WHERE: F.O.E. (Eagles Club) - 1960 M-32 West - Alpena, MI 49707

TIME: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
6-7pm Meeting first to Elect New Board Members
Let us know ASAP if you want to be on the board.

We would love your BAKE SALE donations.
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TBFS Annual Membership Meeting
Jan
21
5:00 PM17:00

TBFS Annual Membership Meeting

Join us for the Thunder Bay Folk Society Annual Membership Meeting.

FUN, FOOD, MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT, DOOR PRIZES, 50-50, CASH BAR, MERCHANDISE, BAKE SALE, and WIN FREE TICKETS TO THE FESTIVAL!

WHEN: January 21, 2023

WHERE: F.O.E. (Eagles Club) - 1960 M-32 West - Alpena, MI 49707

TIME: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

  • Euchre w/$5.00 buy-in. Sponsored by Joe’s Bar.

  • There will be 3 baskets as Door Prizes called at 6:30, 7:30 & 8:30 PM.

  • We would love your BAKE SALE donations. Please call Amy Dodge at 989-278-9210 for more information.

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The Way Down Wanderers
Aug
20
7:00 PM19:00

The Way Down Wanderers

Often referred to by fans as one of the hardest-working, hardest-touring bands on the circuit today, the 5-piece Illinois-based act not only proves that classification with their jam-packed tour schedule but also on stage every night, with youthful exuberance and a lively stage show, as reliable as it is infectious. High energy percussion, mandolin, guitar, bass, banjo, and fiddle weave seamlessly together to create an experience for fans that has sold out shows across the UK and the United States, filling the front rows with fans not just singing along to one tune, but singing along to all of them.

Free Tickets available ONLINE ONLY.
NO tickets at the door. Must show printed ticket for entrance. Limited seating.

GET TICKETS

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Annual (Virtual) Meeting January 30, 2021
Jan
30
7:00 PM19:00

Annual (Virtual) Meeting January 30, 2021

ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP (Virtual) MEETING

January 30, 2021

7:00 PM via Google Meet -- Meeting link was sent to our Mailiing List subscribers.

Join us for our Annual Membership Meeting held virtually this year. Everyone is welcome!

You do not need to be a member to attend, although you WILL need to be a member to vote for the nominees below. If you are interested in becoming a member or renewing your membership, give yourself the gift of music by becoming a society member for just $10 a year!!

NOMINEES

There are three individuals nominated for 3 board positions who have good intentions for the society. They are, Andrea Schmidt, Peggy Schmidt and Carol Johnston. You’ll meet these nominees at the Annual (Virtual) Meeting.

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Jul
27
3:30 PM15:30

Latest Updates

Hi folks,

The board members of the Thunder Bay Folk Society are sad to announce that we have decided to cancel the 2020 Thunder Bay Folk Festival due to COVID-19.

We are brainstorming some ideas to continue to “foster traditional music and arts in Northeast Michigan” in 2020. Unfortunately we cannot set any plans in stone as of now, due to not knowing the future of the pandemic.

Stay safe everyone and we cannot wait to see you all at the 2021 Thunder Bay Folk Festival!!

Thunder Bay Folk Society

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Apr
16
8:00 PM20:00

Latest Updates

Hi folks,

We know everyone has questions about this year’s music festival, whether it’s still happening, when can volunteers sign up and when will tickets be available.

We would like you to know that the health and safety of everyone is our first priority. The board members have decided to put all plans for the 2020 festival on hold until we are out of this pandemic crisis.

Changes and updates will be posted here on our website and our Facebook page as we continue to monitor the Covid-19 situation.

We extend our heartfelt thanks and appreciation to all of our members, donors, grantors, sponsors, volunteers, performers, and attendees for your understanding. These are very difficult times, but we will get through them by working together. Thank you for your support of our shared mission to advance the arts in Northeast Michigan.

We hope you all stay healthy during this pandemic and please follow your health department guidelines for your and others safety. Strong Together!

Be safe, Thunder Bay Folk Society

GivingTuesdayNow -- 5/05/2020

People, businesses and non-profit organizations in all communities need support at this time. If you would like to help, please visit https://www.givingtuesday.org/whats-happening-near-me to search for a non-profit organization of your choice.

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Jan
11
3:00 PM15:00

2020 Annual Meeting - January 11

The annual meeting is a gathering of Folk Society members to hear year end reports, socialize, play some tunes, and elect 4 new board members. Memberships are available at the door for just $10/year.

This will be a potluck, and an open mic opportunity as well. The meeting will start with the year end reports, proceed to the elections, and then open mic will be from approximately 3:45-6:00 PM.

Sign-ups for the potluck are appreciated. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805094caaa72aaaf58-tbfs

If you or someone you know may be interested in serving on the board please contact Mark Addington at maaddington1@gmail.com

Hope to see you there!
Questions? mail@thunderbayfolksociety.com

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Jul
4
9:00 AM09:00

Fourth of July Parade - Alpena, Michigan

Yay!! Our Alpena MI 4th of July float won 1st Place in the Non-Commercial Division!

Thanks to The Blood Money Men, Paul E Conger, Goodrich Trucking & Asphalt Paving, Betty Luty, Andrea Schmidt, Garret Schmidt, Peggy Schmidt, Lee Kitzman, Diane Bartz, Dennis Schmidt, Madeleine McConnell and kids, James Gunderson, Wolverine State Credit Union and everyone else that has been so supportive of us!

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70th Anniversary Celebration - Fairview Food Market
Jun
30
3:00 PM15:00

70th Anniversary Celebration - Fairview Food Market

Fairview Food Market is having their 70th Anniversary Celebration at Skyline Event Center, one of our special affiliates!

Fairview Food Market is providing pulled pork sandwiches by donation.

Bring your own chair

Open to the public - come out and enjoy some great food and music!

3:00pm - Pulled Pork Sandwiches by donation

5:00pm - SYDNI K Performs

6:00pm - The Band of Kelleys Performs

SYDNI K https://www.facebook.com/certainlysydni/

The Band of Kelleys https://www.facebook.com/BandOfKelleys/

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Annual Festival Dance Party
Jan
2
to Jan 19

Annual Festival Dance Party

Saturday, January 19th the Thunder Bay Folk Society will host it's Annual Festival Dance Party and short meeting at the Eagles Club, 1960 M-32 W, Alpena.

A brief annual meeting starts at 6:30 PM for an update on the Society and election of new board members. The dance starts at 7:00 PM and The Bloc Brothers DJ's will be spinning the tunes for your dancing delight until 11:00 PM.

There's a $5 entry at the door, snacks provided and cash bar available (for those over 21). Current paid members get in free. There will be merchandise available for sale, as well as membership sign-ups.

Semi-Formal and casual dress attire. Come on out and lets have some FUN!

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Annual Thunder Bay Folk Festival 2018
Sep
28
to Sep 30

Annual Thunder Bay Folk Festival 2018

  • Alpena Antique Tractor Showgrounds (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

SAVE THE DATE!

Don't miss out on the fun!  Three stages of live music, dancing, our drum kiva in the woods, art and food vendors.  Workshops on music and crafts.  Children's activities.  Same location:  The Alpena Antique Tractor Showgrounds, 6850 French Rd, Alpena, MI 49707

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Jan
12
6:00 PM18:00

Annual Membership Meeting at the Black Sheep Pub

Come on out for food, music, and most importantly VOTE for your new board members.

This is our annual membership meeting where you will get a summary of last year's events and the festival.  You will also have the opportunity to vote for 3 candidates for the board of directors.

Running this year are incumbents Joan Prentice, and Nicky Cornelius.  New to the mix is Peggy Schmidt, who has been a supporter of the festival for a couple years.  She is running for the Treasurer position to replace Stephanie Suszek who is now very busy at home with a new baby.  Congratulations Stephanie!  Also running is Rich Rider, another supporter of the festival.  He is a local artist and musician with much to offer. 

The party starts at 6:00 PM  with free hors d'oevres and wine.  You may also order off the menu if you'd like a meal.  Then at 8:00 PM enjoy the music of Nina Sophia and Ramiro followed at 10:00 by local favorite Connor Larkin.  Don't miss this evening of business and pleasure!

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