Summer in the Parks 2012
GENERAL INFORMATION
Since 1904, Summer in the Parks has been an important part of the City's heritage. With the incomparable Marina Park on Lake Superior as the setting, concerts showcase performers presenting a variety of musical styles. In addition to great music, Summer in the Parks evenings feature children's activities, free draws, a variety of on-site concessions and an artisans' market. The concerts are held on Wednesday nights throughout the summer from 6 to 9 pm. Opening Concert Night will take place on Wednesday, June 27, 2012.Call for Talent
The Call for Talent applications are now available. Performers and musicians are invited to apply to play at several City of Thunder Bay special events throughout the summer season. Applications are available at the Community & Emergency Services offices in Victoriaville Civic Centre, the Musicians Association office located at 1111 Victoria Ave. E., or download forms below:
Adobe PDF, 3 pages, 133 KBPerformance Biography Guide
Adobe PDF, 2 pages, 99 KB Deadline for applications is Friday, April 20, 2012. For further information please call Doug Henry, Event Supervisor at 625-2487 or email dhenry@thunderbay.ca.
ARTISANS' MARKET
The City of Thunder Bay is looking to feature artisans' work at this summer's special events. A 'Call For Artisans' process will be initiated in late March.
COMMUNITY GROUPS
If your community group/organization is interested in participating in Summer In The Parks, watch this space for an application form coming soon
SHUTTLE BUSES
The Summer in the Parks shuttle brings concert-goers from the downtown Heart of the Harbour parkade right to the festival area and can be flagged down anywhere along the route. Make sure to check for shuttle routes and locations in the Summer Events Guide at the beginning of the summer season.
For more information about Summer in the Parks contact:
Doug Henry, Events Supervisor
Office: (807) 625-2487
E-mail: dhenry@thunderbay.ca
SPONSORS
Want to have your name and logo prominently displayed during a weekly event which draws 3,000+ people every Wednesday night all summer long? Summer in the Parks is on the verge of becoming something big, but needs help to do so. Any interested corporate sponsors should call Doug Henry at 625-2487 or email dhenry@thunderbay.ca.Special Thanks to Our 2011 Sponsors
Sun Life Financial, Safeway, OLG, Korkola Design Communications, The Chronicle-Journal, The Giant 105.3, Magic 99.9, Dougall Media, Subway, Thunder Bay Community Auditorium, Coca Cola Bottling, Musicians Union Local 591 A.F.M.
