MUSIC CONCERT, PICNIC and FIREWORKS

Volunteers Appreciation Day  2026 – “A Day of Gratitude” on Saturday, August 15th.

All volunteers both current and retired, will be thanked, treated to lunch, a wonderful concert and fun activities provided for their children in honor of the countless hours of service that the volunteers have generously provided for our community.   There will be fireworks later in the evening sponsored by the Woodstock Fire Department.

All are encouraged to come and show up for the volunteers to let them know how much we acknowledge their contributions to our community.  “They always show up for us.”

The general public is welcome to come and attend the concert for free. You can bring a picnic lunch. Some food will be available for purchase by the public while it lasts and their children can enjoy the clowns, jugglers and bounce houses for a small donation.

Donations are encouraged.

The Program

1:00 PM – The Famous Volunteer Buffet, Children’s activities, clowns, jugglers and inflatables

Entertainment Schedule:
1:30 PM – The Big Yellow Taxi Band remarkably performing delightful covers of Joni Mitchell’s famous music
3:30 PM – Dedication of the “Guests of Honor” – All the Volunteers  and en masse photo
4:00 PM – Reelin’ in the Years celebrating the timeless music of Steely Dan. Comprised of world class touring and recording session musicians that reads like a who’s who in the music industry, including bandleader and drummer Jerry Marotta.

Evening Music Program:
7:00 PM – Rennie Cantine and Friends
8:30 PM – Alf Evers Award
9:00 PM – Fireworks sponsored by the Woodstock Fire Department

All applicable Department of Health guidance will be required at this event, distancing and wear masks when appropriate.

You can thank the volunteers on your own, privately, or you can celebrate and honor them at this event. It’s all good!!