Bay College and the Escanaba City Band invite the community to a free holiday concert on Giving Tuesday, December 1, to celebrate the spirit of the season and to support Bay College student and area resources. The concert will be held at 7 p.m. ET in the Besse Theater on Bay College’s Escanaba Campus, with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. ET.
“Day of Giving with the Escanaba City Band” combines a full-length holiday concert with opportunities to support student-focused initiatives and charitable organizations chosen by Bay College student clubs.
Attendees are invited to support these efforts through monetary donations or by participating in activities and fundraising opportunities hosted by the participating groups. Donations are encouraged but not required to attend the concert.
Bay College is proud to recognize the following student clubs and departments who have organized efforts to benefit Bay College students and strengthen community resources during this season of giving:
Bay College staff Deanna Robinette and Kari Meunier collect food pantry donations during the 2025 Day of Giving event on the Escanaba Campus.
Bay College Food Pantry and Bay College Foundation
The Bay College Foundation and Food Pantry will be accepting monetary donations or
shelf-stable, non-perishable food items that are unopened. Due to safety requirements,
items that require refrigeration, freezing, or that are homemade or home-canned cannot
be accepted.
High-demand items include Dry pasta (any kind), pasta sauce (especially spaghetti sauce), canned entrées (beefaroni, ravioli, etc.), macaroni and cheese, dry cereals, canned vegetables, canned fruits, white or brown rice, canned meats (chicken, tuna, etc.), ramen, protein bars, snack bars, and shelf-stable milk. Toiletries, hygiene items, toilet paper, etc. are also highly requested.
Holiday Helpers
Supported by the Student Nurses Association, Holiday Helpers delivers Christmas gifts
to families in need throughout Delta County and for veterans at the D.J. Jacobetti
Home for Veterans in Marquette. Guests can participate by making monetary donations
or by choosing a tag from the Holiday Helpers tree to help fulfill a child’s wish.
Warm Coats for Warm Hearts
The Business Professionals of America Association students will be collecting new
or gently used coats and winter gear—including hats, gloves, and snow pants— for donation
to the local Salvation Army.
Silent Night Auction
Coordinated by TRIO Student Support Services, this popular auction features a variety
of items donated by Bay College employees and students including original artwork,
themed gift baskets, homemade baked goods, and more. Proceeds from the auction help
fund additional student opportunities such as educational events, leadership experiences,
and college transfer trips.
The auction is open to the public, and community members are encouraged to participate. Bidders may obtain a bidding number on-site and will receive auction updates via email throughout the event.
Individuals interested in donating an item or seeking additional information may contact trio@baycollege.edu.
Help spread the joy this holiday season! All are invited to attend and share in this night of festive music, community spirit, and generosity.
For questions about “Day of Giving with the Escanaba City Band,” please contact the Bay College Events Department at events@baycollege.edu or (906) 217-4040.
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