LIVE MUSIC at Wapak

One of Vernon’s longtime dreams has been to have his own concert hall and festival site.  In 2001, Vernon and Kitty purchased a 20,000 square foot show/retail facility in Wapakoneta, Ohio.    The concert hall, called Boatwhistle Memorial Hall in honor of Vernon’s father, can seat 500 people,  plus the property has 8 acres of level parking for festivals.  Add a food service facility operated by the fine folks at "Margaret's Kitchen" and you have all you need for a great time.

Every month brings an exciting variety of 'Live Music" to Famous Old Time Music Company at Wapakoneta and the Boatwhistle Memorial Hall.  Look for .... Indoor 'Bluegrass in the Cornfields' Concerts, Bluegrass Jams, Appalachian Opry, Bluegrass in the Cornfields Festival in September (2011), Dulcimers in the Cornfields Festival April 29, 30 & May 1 (2011), Dulcimer Jams, Acoustic Music Jams and who knows what the next great idea will be.

Call 419-568-1220 for cancellations in case of
inclement or extreme weather.

Appalachian Opry
Join us for this event entering its second year.  The Appalachian Opry is like a mini Grand Ole Opry with a house band featuring Vernon & Kitty McIntyre and more fine musicians with lots of guest musicians, some novelty comedy acts and much more.   Time:  7 to 10:00 (doors open at 6:15)  

Admission:  $10 (kids 11 and under are free; $1 discount to Dayton Dulcimer Club members with membership card)

Dates for 2012:  March 24, April 28, May 19, June 23, July 28, September 29, October 20, November 24, December 22

Any musicians, singers, or dancers wishing to be part of the event, contact Laura or Vernon at 419-568-1220 or email, click here.  Don't miss Wapakoneta's answer to Hee Haw, Midwestern Hayride, and the Grand Ole Opry.

Bluegrass Events

Bluegrass in the Cornfields Festival:   September 5 through 8, 2012.

Bluegrass Indoor Concerts:  Enjoy fine Bluegrass music from September to June here at the Boatwhistle Memorial Hall.  Music starts at 3 pm with open stage entertainment.  Featured bands start at 4 pm with music filling the auditorium until around 9 pm.  Host band, Vernon McIntyre's APPALACHIAN GRASS will always be the cornerstone of the evening.  Dinner specials, sandwiches and soup are available on site from the fine folks of Margaret's Kitchen. 

Admission: $10  (Kids 11 and under are free; $2 discount for WOBA card-carrying members; $1 discount to Dayton Dulcimer Club members with membership card.

Dates for 2012:  March 10, April 14, June 9, July 14, October 13, November 10, December 8

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Bluegrass Cafe':  Enjoy quality bluegrass music on a weekly basis (Thursdays) in an informal atmosphere as Vernon & Kitty welcome special guests to join them.  Good food on site by Margaret's Kitchen.   Check out the current schedule.

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Bluegrass Jams are held the 2nd & 4th Fridays of the month from 6 to 9 pm at Famous Old Time Music Company, Wapakoneta 
WOBA (Western Ohio Bluegrass Association) hosts a these twice monthly jams playing bluegrass favorites. You'll find a fine group of musicians playing nothing but Bluegrass.  Come, listen and play.     Admission:  donations appreciated

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Weekly Friday Night "Acoustic Music" Jams at Wapak:  Vernon and Kitty McIntyre host a weekly Friday evening jam session from 6 pm 'til 9. You'll find a fine group of musicians playing a variety of acoustic music including Country, Gospel, folk, Bluegrass, traditional tunes and more.  Lots of good picking plus good food on site by Margaret’s Kitchen.  Come, listen, play and  join us in some singing.  Admission:  donations appreciated.

Dulcimer & Autoharp Events
The Dulcimers in The Cornfield Festival is history.  The festival was a great success and we thank everyone who made it that way.    

Dulcimer Jams in 2012 -- More music will be ringing through the halls at FOTMC as we start jams for the hammered dulcimer, mountain dulcimer, autoharp and other acoustic instruments.   Time:  1 to 3:30      No charge, but donations accepted   Click here for the latest scheduled events.

Discovery Classes -- If you have been intrigued with the autoharp, hammered dulcimer, or mountain dulcimer, this class is for you.  Spend 2 1/2 hours with Don, Joyce or Shari and 'discover' the instrument.  We will have loaner instruments available (or bring your own) and you can get some instruction in basic techniques so you can start enjoying your instrument. 

Updated:   January 4, 2012