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If you went to Northern State College back in the 80's you'll definitely want to join us for a fun get together. Though we're calling it a Northern event, it's actually open to ANYONE who wants to show up!
This event will feature entertainment by members of the original Black Velvet Band, a group of Northern kids who got together in 1985. They will be joined by later band members, college friends and a number of local musicians.
As this event is open to the public anyone who wants to get up onstage and play is welcome to jump in! Bring your tuba! Bring your spoons! Bring your guitar and make some noise on our beautiful outdoor stage!
If you wanna sit down and enjoy the music you'll need to bring your own lawn chair. There will be a few chairs provided, but if you bring your own you'll be better prepared.
The best seat in the house at these events is usually in the water. We highly recommend you anchor the pontoon off our backyard somewhere and bring along some delicious beverages. A floaty with a drink holder is definitely your best bet!
How did we survive the 80's? 'Cuz we were totally awesome that's how! Get a chance to see some of your old friends you haven't seen in years, and listen to all the wonderful stories you completely forgot about or maybe just repressed!
Two of the four band members of Billy D & the Twinkies show off their amazing vocal prowess.
Check out a short clip from our jam on June 29, 2019!
My name is Bill Hoffman. Back in 2017 I started having friends show up on my patio strumming guitars and singing songs together. Today we actually set up PA gear and a few microphones. So bring a lawn chair, anchor your boat or grab an instrument and join the party!
I took my first piano lesson from my Grandma Elsie who played piano 'til the day she died at 102. She had a passion for life and a great love of music. Her legacy lives on here at the lake!
If you enjoy making music, ANY kind of music, you are welcome to join us onstage at any of our jam sessions throughout the summer. If you just like to listen, bring a lawn chair, anchor yer boat and kick back!
We host different jam sessions throughout the summer ranging from praise music, country, jazz, oldies, classic and hard rock 'n roll. You never know what you'll hear, but it's always fun!
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