The German Wind Orchestra from Fredrichshafen, Germany, under the direction of Alain Wozniak, will perform a concert Thursday, Sept. 1, at 7 p.m. in the First Baptist Church of Middleville, at 5215 M-37, north of the village.

The orchestra, through the Blue Lake International Music Program, is touring the Great Lakes area and will arrive in the Middleville area on Aug. 30. They will be guests in private homes and present a free concert,  followed by an Ice Cream Social. Local area churches are assisting in the program, a news release said.

Barry County is fortunate to have them come to Middleville; the public is encouraged to come to the concert and give orchestra members a Barry County welcome. the release said. The orchestra  leaves Sept. 2.