“We are excited about the offerings that will take place from August 25th through the 31st,” said Mayor Karen Freeman-Wilson. “Many of the events are free, and there will be activities for all ages.”
All the upcoming activities are listed below:
Fuller Center Build – Jackson Street of Dreams August 25 - 29
The Fuller Center of Gary will host a volunteer projects where a total of four homes in 2300 and 2400 blocks of Jackson St. will be built/renovated during the week of August 25-29. Volunteers are invited to come out any of these days to assist. Mayor Karen Freeman-Wilson and her leadership team will be on-site to volunteer all day, Wednesday, August 27.
Persons interested in becoming volunteers during the week of August 25-29 when the actual building begins are encouraged to contact FCH of Gary by email: fchgary@fullercenter.org, or by calling 219-884-5804, or they can register online at www.fullercenter.org. All skill levels are needed in a variety of disciplines including plumbing, electrical, painting, hanging drywall, roofing and much more. Construction will be supervised by qualified personnel, and unskilled volunteers are also welcome.
Jazzin’ on the Lagoon – August 28
The ultra popular HG Soul, Reggie Foster & RFJ Band will present a musical tribute to Stevie Wonder at Marquette Park Pavilion, 1 N. Grand Boulevard. Doors open at 6:30PM, live band at 7:30PM. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door with a Complimentary appetizer buffet. For reservations, call (219) 938-7362 or (219) 746-7374.
MJ Tribute Festival of the Arts – August 28 - 30
The Jackson family, in partnership with the City of Gary, is hosting a three-day festival to honor the life and legacy of Michael Jackson. Enjoy live entertainment, a car show, a petting zoo, a carnival and more during the Michael Jackson "King of Pop" Tribute Festival of the Arts. Artists, Vendors, Sponsors and Volunteers’ information: (312) 479-3575, (312) 479-3568 or (213) 810-9886, email: info@kesnetwork.com
JSpot Comedy Club at Majestic Star Casino – August 29 - 30
The Majestic Star Casino will present the JSpot Comedy Club featuring comedienne Vanessa Fraction Friday, August 29 at 8pm and August 30 at 8pm and 10pm. Tickets are $25 pre-sale online at janthonybrown.com or $30 at the door.
Lakeshore Celebrity Golf Classic – August 30
The City of Gary is hosting an Inaugural Lakeshore Celebrity Golf Classic Saturday, Aug. 30 at South Gleason Golf Course, 3400 Jefferson St. Registration begins at 8:00 a.m. and play will begin at 10:00 a.m. Already confirmed to play in the tournament is supermodel and business mogul, Beverly Johnson. Cost to participate is $100 per individual and includes continental breakfast and dinner. Register as a Lakeshore Celebrity Golf Classic foursome for $400 and receive tees and golf ball classic gift bags, four photographs of the group, continental breakfast and dinner for the group. To register for the Golf Classic, call (312) 454-6100.
Youth Gospel Explosion – August 30
The City of City of Gary’s Youth Services Bureau will present a Youth Gospel Explosion, Saturday, August 30 from10:00a.m. – 3:00p.m. in Gateway Park, 4th and Broadway. More than 20 local youth gospel groups are slated to perform. Admission is free. Bring your lawn chairs. For more information call (219) 881-5270.
Lakeshore Music Festival – August 31
The inaugural Lakeshore Music Festival is an exciting one-day signature event Sunday, August 31st from 10am – 8pm at Gary's beautiful Marquette Park! The event is free to attend and will feature local and national musical performances of Gospel, Jazz, R&B and House. The featured performer is Lalah Hathaway, who will take the stage at 4:00p.m. Her performance will be followed by a House Party with famed DJ Alan King of The Chosen Few. There will be a beer garden, food and shopping vendors and much more. Attendees are asked to bring lawn chairs and plan to spend the entire day in the park.
El Debarge in Concert – August 31
Majestic Star Casino will present famed artist El Debarge in concert Sunday, August 31 at 8p.m. at the the Majestic Star Events Center. Tickets are $25 and are available at majesticstarcasino.eventbrite.com.
For more information on all of these events, visit gary.in.us, http://www.southshorecva.com/mj-celebration/lakeshore/ or call (219) 881-1314.