Photos from the 90th Anniversary weekend.
The "hand jive" at the dance was popular. It is posted on Facebook.
Nakina's 90th was by many measures, a remarkable success because so many came!! Photos which you have and are willing to share, will hopefully find their way to this website to keep your memories alive and well.
Visitor Impressions from the weekend:
Michele Leuenberger Borsa
Nakina may be small but the heart and soul put into this 90th celebration is anything but small, wonderful job, totally amazing, entertainment,food has been great as have all the activities, great work Nakina, you should all be totally proud
Allen Tees
Super job Nakina! Had a great time!
Eleanor Shepherd McCue
What a wonderful time with wonderful friends. Both Tom and I enjoyed our time. Thanks to the committee for such a great job. We look forward to the next one!!!
Judy Virtanen
Had a great time at the anniversary and the committee did a super job.It was nice to see old friends and family.the dance and the fireworks were amazing.
Marcel Nadon
Had a great weekend seen a lot of people I haven't seen in years it's always fun to go back to Nakina it will always be my home thanks to everybody who made it possible it was a great dance and great events for the kids. Thanks again I'm proud to be from Nakina it will always be my home town.
RosemaryWillie Walter
Both Willie and I certainly enjoyed the whole Anniversary Especially seeing many old friends
Tom Scholtz
Nakina put on an outstanding event thanks to all the organizers and volunteers I know the amount of work involved for such an event. We had a great time!!!!!!!
Pauline Taphorn
Nice to read such positive comments. Feels good to know that everybody had such a great time. That is what makes it all worthwhile. Thanks to everyone who came and shared with us. Safe travels home.
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For the many photos which were provided by A.J. Cichelly......Thank You!!
Activity associated with the 90th has been on Facebook since late last fall. For Facebook users, just search "Nakina Anniversary" to follow the myriad of posts. You are encouraged to join the group as we will continue to use Facebook to reach out to readers. Currently we have over 700 members so join the group if you haven't yet.
The Sensational Hot Rods and The Hoolies will get you shaking to the 50's on Saturday night. Dust off your dancing boots!!
The Fabulous 50's, Chuck Berry, Elvis Presley, The Beatles, Boots Randolph, Johhny Paris, The Platters, Duane Eddy, Dion, Paul Anka, Chubby Checker, Bill Haily. Buddy Holly, The Diamonds , The Drifters, Beach Boys, Bobby Darin, The Big Bopper, Jay and the Americans, Little Anthony and the Imperials. Chris Montez, Ritchie Valens, and all the rest of the great artists of that timeless era.
And THE HOOLIES
Song List
Raise A Little Hell - Trooper Roxy Roller - Sweeny Todd
Twilight Zone - Golden Earing All Summer Long - Kid Rock
Mama Let Him Play - Doucett Smokin In The Boys Room
Pretty Vegas - INXS Authority Song - John Cougar
Signs - five man electrical band I Love A Rainy Night - E Rabbit
Jesse’s Girl - Rick Springfeild Angel Is A Centerfold - J.Jiels
Sharp Dressed Man - ZZ Top Long Cool Woman - Hollies
Dirty Deeds - AC/DC You May be Right - Billy Joel
I want You - Cheap Trick Save A Horse - Big & Rich
Some Kind Of Wonderful & American Band - Grand Funk
Jenny Jenny -Tommy Tutone Break Up Song - Greg Kin
Hot Child In the City - Nick Gilder Hold On Loosely - 38 Special
R.O.C.K in the U.S.A - Cougar Still R&R to Me - Billy Joel
Folsum Prison - Johnny Cash You Really Got Me - Van Halen
Cat Scratch Fever - Ted Nugent Gel & Better Now - Collective Soul
Could Of Been A Lady & Wonderful Time to Fall In Love - April Wine
Sunshine of Your Love & White Room - Cream
Twist & Shout & I saw Her Standing There - The Beatles
Feel Like Making Love - Bad Company Courage - Tragically Hip
Every Rose - Poisen Knocken On Heaven’s Door - Dylan
The Hoolies have such a wide selection of songs , The brothers have been performing together for more than 15 years together and they make up one half of the show band The Sensational Hot Rods.
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