The Countdown to the 12th Annual 37th Ward Gospel Fest is Underway!

 It’s not just the music that will calm the soul and satisfy the spiritat the upcoming 12th Annual ‘Unity ion the Community ‘ 37th Ward Gospel Festival, and if you’re a restaurant, small neighborhood vendor or local business owner, now is the time to grab your spot to see and be seen as “one the best of the Austin neighborhood” on site at La Follette Park during the  exciting, fun-filled summer festival.
On Saturday, August 6, 2010, from 12:00 noon to 7:00 p.m., at La Follette Park, 1333 North Laramie, this must-attend, neighborhood festival will offer hot fun for all ages, positive images, good food and the cool, spiritual sounds of Chicago’s best gospel choirs and groups during the 12th Annual “37th Ward ‘Unity in the Community’ Gospel Fest”! The day long carnival of summer fun event is free and open-to-the-public! Bring your family and friends, to join us for the biggest festival to hit the 37th Ward during the summer!  Attention vendors!! Booth space is going fast - - and the price is right - - it’s FREE!!
The mission of the 37th Ward ‘Unity in the Community’ Gospel Fest is to celebrate the positive people and things in the community. That’s why Alderman Emma Mitts, the New 37th Ward Democratic Organization, the 37th Ward Pastor’s Alliance, community and religious leaders and the Mid-Austin Steering Committee believe it’s vitally important to offer a diverse range of fun-filled activities in the community to support families and keep our youth on the right track and pursuing academic excellence.  Interested in participating in this year’s 37th Ward Gospel Fest? For more information, contact the 37th Ward Service Office at 773-745-2894. Mark your calendars and we look forward to seeing you on August 6th!

Need a city service? Feel free to call my ward office at 773-745-2894.

Emma Mitts is the Alderman of the 37th Ward and Chairs the City Council Licensing Committee. For information on City programs and for requests for service, visit the 37th Ward Office at 5344 West North Avenue or call 773/745-2894.