Nakina's 85th Anniversary
(August 1st - 4th)
The Nakina Heritage Corporation is proud to be hosting Nakina's 85th Anniversary.
For many years Nakina has been commemorated for its history and continued survival,
as families, from past and present, are joined together in a celebration of unity.
Nakina's Anniversary promotes our community spirit and strengthens the bonds between families and friends that have been out of contact for years.
Are you and your friends interested in playing baseball during the 85th?
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You Are Cordially Invited To Attend
Nakina’s 85th Anniversary Celebration
from August 1st to 4th, 2008
in Nakina, Ontario To celebrate Nakina’s history, culture and to renew past friendships.
Plan on ‘Coming Home’ & participating in events that will revitalize you.
Please share the invitation with others who we may have missed and help ‘spread the word.’ Details of the 85th are available online at: www.greenstone.ca/Nakina85th Please confirm attendance on the 85th website or contact Brian at (807) 329-5214 or bdowney@tbaytel.net
The most current Schedule of Events is as follows and will be updated as details are confirmed. (You may download by selecting the link)
(Updated July 10th)
FRIDAY, AUGUST 1ST, 2008 (Time) 8:00 a.m. Canteen Open at Complex to serve food and beverages All Day Meet & Greet at Complex, North Avenue, (Historical Items on Display) All Day Guest Sign-in (Souvenirs and Events Booklet available at Complex Ball Game Sign Up Noon CN Memorial Tour (self-guided, any time during the weekend) Noon Nakina Forest Products Mill Tour (to be confirmed) Bus leaves from arena complex 12:30 - 4:30 Jam & Jaw at the Arena Complex 2:30 p.m. Official opening of "Our House" on Main Street. 5:00 – 7:00 Supper hosted by St. Brigid Parish at Complex 9:00 – 1:00 Dance to "Six Pak" at Complex hosted by Nakina Public School SATURDAY, AUGUST 2ND, 2008 (Time) All Day Guest Sign-in (Souvenirs and Events Booklet Available at Complex) All Day Meet & Greet at Complex, North Avenue, (Historical Items on Display) 8:00 a.m. Canteen Open at Complex to serve food and beverages 8:00 – 10:00 Pancake Breakfast at Complex hosted by St. Brigid Catholic School 9:00 a.m. Pick-up Ball Game tournament 9:00 - 1:00 Library Open Noon Parade from the Caboose to the Arena Complex led by "The Pipes and Drums of Thunder Bay". Opening Ceremonies at the Arena Complex at completion of the parade. (Pipes & Drums will continue playing in the Complex) Luncheon (sponsored by CN) 1:00 - 3:00 Scavenger Hunt 3:00 - 5:00 Mini Monster Bingo hosted by St. Brigid Catholic School at Complex Hall 4:00 - 7:30 Local Talent---Bring your instruments and voices to Arena Complex Before, During and after Fish Fry! 5:00 - 7:00 Fish Fry hosted by Royal Canadian Legion at Arena Complex 7:30 Flipper Flanagan's Flat Footed Four Celtic, Bluegrass, Folk and Comedy (adaptable repertoire to audience) SUNDAY, AUGUST 3RD, 2008 (Time) 8:00 a.m. Canteen Open at Complex to serve food and beverages 8:00 a.m. Pick-up Ball Game tournament continues All Day Meet & Greet at Complex, North Avenue, (Historical Items on Display) All Day Guest Sign-in (Souvenirs and Events Booklet Available at Complex 9:00 – 11:00 Brunch at Complex hosted by The Nakina French Club 11:30 – 12:30 Interdenominational Service at Complex 1:00 – 3:00 Regatta at Cordingley Lake Beach hosted by St. Brigid Catholic School 3:00 – 5:00 Inflatable’s & Horse Back Rides at Cordingley Lake 5:00 – 7:00 Spaghetti Supper at Complex hosted by Nakina Public School 6:00 – 10:00 Texas Hold ‘Em Poker Night hosted by Nakina Public School 11:00 Fireworks Display at Cordingley Lake
MONDAY, AUGUST 4TH, 2008 8:00 a.m. Pick-up Ball Game tournament continues Noon - on Bring your instruments and voices to the Legion
[ Major Sponsors ]
Nakina Sno Club
Nakina Senior Citizen's Sunrise Club
- Commemorate 2008 -
Nakina 85th Website Contact Information:
Jay Daiter Councillor, Nakina Ward Municipality of Greenstone P.O. Box 342 Nakina, Ontario P0T 2H0 Phone: 807. 329. 5804 Fax: 807. 329. 8796 E-mail: jdaiter@tbaytel.net