📬 Hi Thunder Bay!
Here’s your fresh weekend edition of T-Bay Buzz.
This week’s roundup includes a mix of community and city updates, from a boost for the indoor turf campaign to a chance for residents to help shape the future of the community auditorium, along with a few practical reminders and safety notices worth keeping in mind before the weekend. You’ll also find a lineup of real local events from Friday to Sunday, with everything from cozy markets and live music to family-friendly outings and a few fun nightlife picks.
Let’s get into it. 🐝
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📰 What Happened This Week in Thunder Bay
🌆 Community & City Updates
⚽ Mayor gives indoor turf campaign a boost
Mayor Ken Boshcoff made a personal $10,000 donation to the indoor turf facility fundraiser, giving the community campaign a welcome push this week.
🎭 Community auditorium asks residents to help shape its next chapter
The Thunder Bay Community Auditorium has opened a public survey as part of its rebrand project, giving residents a chance to share how they want the space to feel and be remembered.
🚌 High school transportation applications are now due soon
Lakehead Public Schools is reminding Grade 8 to 12 families that transportation applications for the 2026 to 2027 school year need to be submitted by April 30.
🛟 Safety & Service Updates
🌊 Flood watch is in effect through Saturday afternoon
The Lakehead Region Conservation Authority says Thunder Bay is under a flood watch until noon on April 25 because rainfall and snowmelt may lead to rising water and localized flooding.
🏥 Active outbreak page is worth checking before visits
The Thunder Bay District Health Unit updated its outbreak status page on April 21, and it remains a practical place to check before visiting hospitals, long-term care homes, or retirement homes.
🚓 Major retail theft investigation led to charges across Thunder Bay
Thunder Bay Police say Project Eclipse led to 256 charges and more than $39,000 in recovered stolen property after a months-long investigation into thefts and robberies at local businesses.
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🎭 Events Today and This Weekend
Cozy & Feel-Good
🛍️ Spring Makers Market | Sat, Apr 25 • 10:00 AM | Urban Abbey
This one looks like a lovely stop for browsing handmade goods and picking up something special from local makers.
🎶 Carly Martin: Live at the Conservatory | Sun, Apr 26 • 2:00 PM | Centennial Botanical Conservatory
This Sunday concert sounds like a really nice way to ease into the afternoon with acoustic music in one of Thunder Bay’s prettiest indoor spaces.
High-Energy & Live Entertainment
🎤 Thunder Bay Symphony Orchestra with Sarah Slean (POPS #4) | Sat, Apr 25 • 7:30 PM | Thunder Bay Community Auditorium
This looks like a big Saturday night show for anyone who wants something polished, musical, and a little more special-feeling.
💃 Chaban Ukrainian Dance Group Presents: "Roots / Korinnya" | Sat, Apr 25 • 6:30 PM | Magnus Theatre
This performance feels like a vibrant night out with dance, culture, and a community-minded touch through its food bank donation piece.
🎸 Summer in the Parking Lot Kick-Off BOOGIE | Sat, Apr 25 • 6:00 PM | Superior Inn Embassy Room
This kickoff show looks like a lively option for anyone in the mood for a high-energy local music night.
Family-Friendly & All Ages
🌎 Earth Day Drop-Off Event with The Fort William BIA - Reduce Reuse Recycle! | Sat, Apr 25 • 10:00 AM | Elks Lodge BPOE No 82 of Canada
This is a practical Saturday stop that lets families clear out clutter and do something useful for the community at the same time.
🌻 Chaban Ukrainian Dance Group Presents: "Roots / Korinnya" | Sun, Apr 26 • 2:00 PM | Magnus Theatre
The Sunday matinee feels like a nice all-ages pick for anyone wanting a cultural outing with music, dance, and a warm community feel.
Nightlife, Bars & Restaurants
🎸 "Junior and the Bifocals" at the Port Arthur Legion | Fri, Apr 24 • 8:00 PM | Royal Canadian Legion Branch 5
This Friday live music night looks like an easy pick for anyone wanting a laid-back start to the weekend with dancing.
🎵 BAR POLONIA - FRIDAY LIVE MUSIC | Fri, Apr 24 • 8:00 PM | 209 N. Cumberland Street
This one looks like a simple, upbeat Friday option for live music fans heading out in the evening.
🎸 Daniel Moroz Fundraiser at the Port Arthur Legion | Sat, Apr 25 • 8:00 PM | Royal Canadian Legion Branch 5
This Saturday fundraiser pairs a good cause with a full night of live local bands, which should make for a strong community turnout.
🕺 Fall Out of Nuclear Winter: A Spring Swing Dance | Sat, Apr 25 • 6:00 PM | Monty's Joint
This themed swing dance looks like a fun way to shake off the week with live music and a more playful Saturday night vibe.
⚠️ Event Reminder
Event details may change. Dates, times, and venues are subject to updates or cancellations by the organizers. Always double check the official event page before attending.
🐝 Signing off from T-Bay Buzz
Thanks for reading and staying connected to our community. Stay safe, stay warm, look out for one another, and I’ll see you next Friday with more local updates.
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