Join us for an evening of music while enjoying a beautiful Lake Michigan sunset! The Summer Sun Sets Concert Series will feature nationally touring artists while giving local students the opportunity to perform alongside and with them in the community. - Independent singer-songwriter, Abbie Thomas, mixes pop melodies with soulful vocals and hints of Blues, R&B, Jazz, and a vibe from the songwriters of the 70's. Touring regionally, she has most recently opened for Laine Hardy, Girl Named Tom, and Cathy Richardson of Jefferson Starship. 2023 brought 6 award nominations, one of which was a win for "Artist of the Year' from the JMA's located at The Grand Ole Opry on 10/22/2023. In early 2023, she composed music & performed with the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra, and the South Bend Symphony String Quartet, as well as, wrapped up her first film scoring project. Her standout music video, "Fireflies" has earned over 10 nominations for awards, including a "Best Female Solo Artist" nomination in 2021 for the California Music & Video Awards, and a "Best Independent Music Video" nomination for the Hollywood Music in Media Awards.