SUMMER EVENTS 2016

SUMMER EVENTS
2016
Robin Smith & Associates
Valente’s
MUSIC
A DIVISION OF ACADEMY OF MUSICAL ARTS LTD.
MAKING MUSIC TOGETHER!
Summer 2016 is going to be a fantastic season of
free family-friendly events for residents and visitors of
all ages to enjoy!
The Recreation & Culture Division is proud to host another year of sensational events. This year
we’ve secured some amazing feature talent for Canada Day, Live on the Waterfront (Summer in
the Parks), and Teddy Bear’s Picnic. With engaging entertainment, fun hands-on activities, local
artisans, and your favourite food vendors, you’ll want to make sure to include these events in your
summer plans. Check this guide for key event information including stage acts, parking locations,
pedestrian access points, and shuttle services. Visit www.thunderbay.ca/events for more details.
On behalf of the City of Thunder Bay, I would like to thank the generous sponsors, community
partners and dedicated volunteers that help make our events a memorable experience for everyone
and invite the entire community to join us in celebrating summer in Thunder Bay.
Leah Bayly
Manager, Cultural Development & Events
Thanks to our sponsors
THUNDER BAY
CREDIT UNIONS
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WEDNESDAY JULY 6, 6:00-9:00 P.M. - MARINA PARK
JOEL PLASKETT HEADLINER
EMERGENCY
8:00 - 9:00 PM
Joel Plaskett returns with one of the most diverse and fan-pleasing albums of his career.
Proving that he can be all things to everybody, the rock veteran offers up a wide mix of styles
on Joel Plaskett and the Park Avenue Sobriety Test. It touches on his solo acoustic side, his
guitar rock work with the Emergency, his happy-go-lucky rhyming talents, carefree memories
of growing up in Nova Scotia, and a little bit of anger at the forces making life tougher these
days. There are many moments that draw on previous classic Plaskett, from beloved albums
such as Three and Ashtray Rock, right back to his Thrush Hermit days. And there are new
sides to his sounds as well – Joel like you’ve never heard him.
COLD LAKE SUN
7:00 - 8:00 PM
Cold Lake Sun is four guys from Thunder Bay with a shared interest in politics,
punning, and craft ale, who love to play music and live to perform. We blend
bright upbeat, tightly crafted original songwriting with reverb-soaked ambient
textures and saturnine lyrics that touch on love and loss, death and dreams,
drugs and the relentless march of time. Listen closely and you might hear indie
rock, new wave, spaghetti western, alt country, and power pop. It’s a heady brew
to be sure, but whatever your musical predilections, we always go down smooth.
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VICKERS PARK
P R E S E N T E D
Bring your picnic basket and blanket. Enjoy live music,
games, crafts and the Teddy Bears Parade
Call 625-2351 or visit thunderbay.ca/picnic for more information
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WEDNESDAY JULY 13, 6:00-9:00 P.M. - MARINA PARK
A CELTIC KITCHEN PARTY!
6:00 - 9:00 PM
For ages celtic music has been passed down through the tradition of sessions. These sessions became know as kitchen parties. Through
the variation of multiple instruments and multiple styles of music celtic music has evolved into fantastic high energy dance music. As more
people joined the “Kitchen Party” the more energetic the music would become.
Featuring:
The Taphouse Trio
The Taphouse Trio comprises of Phil Duke on Fiddle, Jack Haggarty on Banjo and Brodhran and Jim Dacey on guitar, Irish Pipes and vocal.
The boys are also part of the group who play Weekly at the Breakwater Taphouse. The Taphouse Trio mixes original songs with high energy
Celtic dance music, a sure fire hit where ever they play.
Phil Duke and Clay Breiland
Phil Duke and Clay Breiland are a dynamic duo that fuse the elements of old-time, celtic, folk and Jazz to create there own sound. They
use a combination of fiddle, guitar and song that will have you clapping along or dancing by the end of the night.
Kam Valley Fiddlers
For over twenty-five years, the KAM VALLEY FIDDLERS program has been teaching traditional and contemporary fiddle music to young
string musicians and providing opportunities to perform in public, at festivals, concerts, weddings, hospitals and seniors' homes, and fiddle
contests ....wherever folks enjoy "wicked good fiddling!”.
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WEDNESDAY JULY 20, 6:00-9:00 P.M. - MARINA PARK
CITY BAND HEADLINER
8:00 - 9:00 PM
The Thunder Bay Community Band is a Non-profit, volunteer band made up of people from all
walks of life. The Thunder Bay Community Band has been in existence for over 50 years and
is the product of previous amalgamations of Fort William Community Band and Port Arthur
Community Band.
GYPSY RHINESTONES
7:30 - 8:00 PM
Gypsy Rhinestones deliver a unique style of Tribal Belly dance specializing
in American Tribal Style and Tribal Fusion belly dance. Our dramatic and
festive American Tribal Style performances showcase world music that is
both traditional and modern, with the addition of dancers playing finger
cymbals or zills. This group of seasoned performers are sure to hypnotise
audiences of all ages!
ZORYA UKRANIAN
DANCE ASSOCIATION
6:30 - 7:15 PM
The Zorya Ukrainian Dance Association provides the opportunity for dancers
(Ages 4 and up) to learn and experience a variety of Ukrainian folklore,
music, and dance. Zorya takes pride in performing at various events in
Thunder Bay, such as Malanka and Folklore Festival.
DREAM DANCE COMPANY
6:00 - 6:30 PM
Dream Dance Company is an outstanding, family-oriented and welcoming establishment.
They have a team of qualified dance instructors and are currently in their 11th year of
business. They offer both competitive and recreational classes in the styles of Ballet, Tap,
Jazz, Lyrical, Acro, Hip Hop and Pointe as well as kinder dance classes for children ages 3-6
and boys only hip hop.
Northwestern Ontario Sports Hall of Fame and Museum
Celebrating Our
Proud Sports
History
Museum Displays ~ Library & Archives ~ Group & School Programs
EXHIBIT GALLERY OPEN: Tuesday to Saturday - 12 to 5 pm
Located in Downtown Thunder Bay South - Beside City Hall - 219 May Street South
nwosport@tbaytel.net
www.nwosportshalloffame.com
(807) 622-2852
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We’re proud to be
part of Thunder Bay’s
thriving event scene
www.thewalleye.ca
*FREE*
EVENT
5:30PM - 11PM
6:00 – 6:30 PM
Opening Ceremonies
Featuring:
The Royal Canadian Legion Colour Guard,
Thunder Bay Police Band and vocalist
Natalie St. Jacques
Great Bands!
Playing on two stages, from 7:00 - 11 PM.
• Main Stage
• Waterfront Plaza Stage
Community Group Performances
Diverse local talents!
Featured activities throughout
Prince Arthur’s Landing include:
• Come ‘n’ Try Canoeing, Kayaking and
Dragon Boating with Lakehead Canoe
Club and Wilderness Supply
• Come and Join the Drumming Circle
• Participate in a Sharing Circle & Pipe
Ceremony at the Sacred Fire in the
Spirit Garden
• Make a craft
• Try Yoga on the Pier
• Create Wearable Art at Youth Move’s
Tie Dye Booth
• Bend your mind with Mackinley’s Delusions
• Open Air Photo Booth
• Caricatures for Charity
• Artisans Market
• Face Painting & Balloon Animals
• Inflatable Play Structures
• Bring your bathing suit for Splash Pad fun
• Get your geek on with ThunderCon
• And much MORE!
New performances every 30 – 45mins
7:00 - 10:00pm - Taiji Circle Stage
7:00 - 10:00pm – Spirit Garden Stage
Baggage Building Arts Centre
• Exhibitions:
- Halftone Empire – new work by
Shaun Hedican
- Works by Susan Dykstra & Biljana Baker
• ThunderCon activities and displays
• Special performances in the Courtyard
by the Thunder Bay Symphony Orchestra,
Diamond Tone Harp and The Benders
Skate Plaza – 7:00-9:30pm
• Eclectic Skateboard Shop’s 3rd Birthday
Bash!
• Skateboard Demonstrations, Best Trick
Contest & Prizes
*FREE*
EVENT
5:30PM - 11PM
Food
Important Information
5:30 – 11:30 PM Food vendors will be
available at various locations throughout the
Park serving your favorite foods and snacks!
PARK n’ RIDE on the FREE shuttle bus
4:30pm – 12:30am to Marina Park from any of
the following locations:
Bight Restaurant will be open from
11:30 AM – Midnight
• Thunder Bay 55 Plus Centre (700 River
Street)
• Intercity Shopping Centre
Breakwater Taphouse will be open
4:00 PM – Midnight
Fireworks
Come out and celebrate Canada Day with a
spectacular fireworks display that guarantees
to make sparks fly!
FREE parking downtown in the Court Street
Parkade
Marina Park will be closed to vehicle traffic on
Canada Day, so everyone is encouraged to take
advantage of free off-site parking and shuttles.
No personal fireworks or alcohol will be
allowed on-site at Marina Park on Canada Day.
Information Stations
To help you during the event by answering
questions and providing you with maps and
schedules for the Canada Day Celebration!
Two Locations; one near the Camelot
pedestrian entrance, and one near the
Baggage Building Arts Centre.
For more information go to
www.thunderbay.ca/canadaday
or call 684-2060
STAGE PERFORMANCES
Main Stage
Waterfront Plaza Stage
6:45pm
The Fisher Sisters
6:30pm
Lockyer Boys
7:30pm
One Floor Down
7:45pm
Jamie Labrador
8:45pm
Poor Angus
9:00pm
Taphouse Trio
THUNDER BAY
CREDIT UNIONS
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WEDNESDAY JULY 27, 6:00-9:00 P.M. - MARINA PARK
ROY CORAN HEADLINER
BIG BAND
8:00 - 9:00 PM
This 19-piece orchestra is an exciting act to both hear and see. Sound of a
live Jazz Big Band. You can look forward to an interesting and dynamic
repertoire from them.
THE BOTTOM OF THE
BARREL JAZZ BAND
7:00 - 8:00 PM
The "Bottom of the Barrel" is Thunder Bay's oldest, still playing,
Dixieland Jazz band, Founded as a Centennial project in 1967, the band
soon became involved in playing at Hospitals and Senior homes; a
tradition that we carry on to this day.
THE RHYTHM MERCHANTS
6:00 - 7:00 PM
The Rhythm Merchants are a new eclectic high energy rhythm and blues band
performing some classics from great artists including Whitney Houston, Otis
Redding and Stevie Wonder to name a few.
Doors Open Thunder Bay 2016
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2016 10 am-4 pm
We invite you…
FREE
A DMIS SION
To explore architecture, community, culture and heritage through a variety
of self-guided and guided historical tours, exhibits, photos, and stories
illuminating some of the many historical features of our City’s past.
With the provincial focus on medical science and innovation showcased are
facilities at Lakehead University and Confederation College as well as an
early doctor’s home and office and displays of early medicine.
For more information contact archives@thunderbay.ca
thunderbay.ca\doorsopen or call 807-625-3197
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WEDNESDAY AUGUST 3, 6:00-9:00 P.M. - MARINA PARK
THE ROOSTERS
7:00- 8:00 PM
The Roosters formed in late 2000 as fellow musicians who wanted to play
blues-rock music in more of a "jam band" style & also have the flexibility
to play with other artists/bands in town.
ENGINE HOUSE
6:00 - 7:00 PM
Engine House is a music duo playing engine rock/groovy blues formed in
Thunder Bay. Always groovn', always gritty, this lively keys and drums combo
calls on audiences to join them up on the dance floor.
Saturday, September 10th, 2016 11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Come & Celebrate Downtown Fort William
Location Victoria Ave. (from McKellar St. to Victoriaville Entrance), Archibald St., Justice Ave., Brodie St. & Victoria Ave. (from Victoriaville Entrance to May St.)
Each year, the Fort William Fall Street Festival we
welcomes thousands of visitors
to sample local cuisine, visit street vendors, watch live entertainment, shop at our
outdoor event for the entire family.
local businesses and much, much more. It's a great ou
For
moreinformation
information
visit
For more
contact;
office@fortwilliambusinessdistrictdistrict.com
or call 623-3355
fwbd.ca/festival or call 623-3355
ALL OUR
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A SAFER, HEALTHER AND MORE PLEASANT EVENT
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EXPERIENCE FOR EVERYONE!
MARINA PARK
FESTIVAL AREA
A mid-week favourite returns for another great season
Bring your blanket or lawn-chair and be ready to enjoy an evening
of great music and entertainment.
Artisans market, community groups, children’s activities and food
concessions are all on-site.
Call 625-2351 or visit thunderbay.ca/live for more information
Call 625-2351
Visit thunderbay.ca/events
for more information about any of
our events
THUNDER BAY
CREDIT UNIONS
WEDNESDAY AUGUST 10, 6:00-9:00 P.M. - MARINA PARK
JAMES BORASKI &
MOMENTARY EVOLUTION
8:00 - 9:00 PM
HEADLINER
Whether performing small intimate clubs or major corporate events and festival
stages, James Boraski & Momentary Evolution always deliver tight, professional
musicianship and a high degree of audience satisfaction with their original
Roots, Rock & Contemporary Blues.
SOUTHERN COMFORT
7:00 - 8:00 PM
Southern Comfort is celebrating its 15th year performing. They average
over 100 performances a year. They manage a rich blend of musical
styles and manage to make it sound cohesive.
THE BLUES BANGERS
6:00 - 7:00 PM
Local Recording Artists always striving to improve their sound and
impress their audience. This year “The Blues Bangers” earned the #1
Rock Blues Band for Thunder Bay region on ReverbNation.
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Let’s support our children on
the path of an active, healthy life.
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Check out events and activities
happening this Summer by
going to:
healthykidstbay.com
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WEDNESDAY AUGUST 17, 6:00-9:00 P.M. - MARINA PARK
SCOTT
VANTEEFFELEN
BAND
7:00 - 8:00 PM
Imagine music that blends the best qualities of country, rock & pop
into an eclectic mix of original music… This is the Scott VanTeeffelen
Band - Country Music that Rocks!
J.C. WILKINSON
6:00 - 7:00 PM
Local Country/Blues artist with a cool sound that has been referred to as Liquid
Gold, Garth Brooks meets Gordon Lightfoot. Performances cover a wide range of
music from blues, country, easy listening, southern rock and classic selections.
JC blends his original song writing into the mix to add flavour and to share his
gift with his audiences!
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Building An Energetic Community
Each and every year The Chronicle-Journal supports a wide variety of community events. We support endeavors that have
community involvement and offer real benefit to specific groups, charities and non-profit organizations. We feel we have a
responsibility to effect significant change and provide opportunity for many organizations to be even more successful. We
take pride in our position as community supporter helping to raise funds for sports, health care, youth, theatre, arts, education
and cultural events. We are fortunate that we have this occasion to build an energetic and vibrant community.
EACH YEAR, OLG IS PROUD TO SPONSOR OVER 250 COMMUNITY
FESTIVALS AND EVENTS THROUGHOUT ONTARIO, INCLUDING THE
CITY OF THUNDER BAY FESTIVALS & EVENTS.
WE’RE ONTARIO’S LOTTERY & GAMING AND WE’RE ALL FOR HERE.
OLGallforhere.ca
@OLGtoday
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ALL OUR
EVENTS ARE
SMOKE
FREE
A SAFER, HEALTHER AND MORE PLEASANT EVENT
EXPERIENCE FOR EVERYONE!
Call 625-2351
Visit thunderbay.ca/events
for more information about any of
our events
WEDNESDAY AUGUST 24, 6:00-9:00 P.M. - MARINA PARK
HONEST HEART
COLLECTIVE
7:00 - 8:00 PM
Two brothers. A flicker of fire. An insatiable need to write together and an affinity
for Irish whiskey. The Honest Heart Collective was born out of a no holds barred
approach to putting the music first and a rotating cast of musicians made
permanent. Described as “passionate, spirited, feel-good, anthemic rock music” by
Grant Lawrence of CBC.
NICK SHERMAN
6:00 - 7:00 PM
Singer-songwriter, Nick Sherman, gives new meaning to “the voice in the
wilderness,” or rather, the voice from the wilderness. Sherman spent much of
his youth out on the land, moving between his hometown, the small First
Nation community of Weagamow Lake, and his family’s trapline on North
Caribou Lake. It was here in the depths of the Northern Ontario forest that his
family members would play guitar as they tended their trapline, and Nick found
himself soaking in songs and lyrics.
Stay in the loop about upcoming events in Thunder Bay!
Check out www.thunderbay.ca/events
Join us this Summer!
Check out our website for all the FUN ACTIVITIES, CLASSES,
PROGRAMS, and VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES available when
you are 55 or better!
www.thunderbay.ca/55plus
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MARINA PARK
FESTIVAL AREA
Family movie night in the park
Bring your blanket or lawn-chair, and enjoy a late night movie on a
big screen overlooking beautiful Lake Superior.
Call 625-2351 or visit thunderbay.ca/movienights for more information
THUNDER BAY
CREDIT UNIONS
Summer Membership Prices
Type
Summer Adventurers Camp
For 5-12 year olds.
Camps full of fun, fitness
and adventure!
See the Canada Games Complex
section of this Key.
Any 4
Any 3
Any 2
1 Month Months Months Months
ADULT
$54.00
$101.00 $135.00 $165.00
*Spouse
$41.00
$79.00
$100.00 $122.00
*Youth
$35.00
$41.00
$48.00
$53.00
*Child
$31.00
$38.00
$43.00
$46.00
Student
$52.00
$87.00
$109.00 $132.00
Adult 60+ $52.00
$88.00
$111.00 $135.00
*Spouse, youth and/or child rates apply only when
purchased with the adult membership, (HST Extra)
To register or for more information call 684-3311 • www.gamescomplex.com
Hours Mon. to Thurs. 5:45am - 10pm • Fri. 5:45am - 9pm • Weekends 8am - 9pm
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