Ribfest 2008

August 7-9
Come hungry, leave satisfied...

Ribfest is Community Advocate’s major fundraising event. Thanks to the support of the people who attended and the businesses that sponsored, $50,000 was raised for programs that are targeted to improve the quality of life for all, but especially to improve the quality of life for our community individuals with developmental disabilities. In fact, Ribfest has raised over $835,000 for programs that stay right here in our community helping people who live in your neighborhoods, work at your place of employment, and maybe go to school with your kids.

Ribfest is scheduled for August 7-9, 2008 at the Arcadia Creek Festival Place in Downtown Kalamazoo. Plans are just starting for the 2008 event and there are many ways that you can stay connected to our event and even help us plan for 2008. In fact, we welcome your comments and opinions. Here’s how you can help:

Entertainment – We are in the process of reviewing who should be invited to Kalamazoo to perform. It’s a daunting task. So, here are the bands that are within our budget. Email us to let us know who you would like to see come to Kalamazoo – just to let you know – we are leaning towards Rare Earth or Santana Original Lead Singer Gregg Rolie:

The Buckinghams
The Ides of March featuring Jim Peterik
Quiet Riot
Rare Earth
Santana Original Lead Singer Gregg
RolieSlaughterStarship starring Mickey Thomas
SurvivorTurtles featuring Flo and Eddie

Sponsors are the life-line of Ribfest. If your company is interested, please call or e-mail us. Sponsorship packages start at $350 and extend to $2,000. Great exposure, free tickets and a new VIP tent are the benchmark amenities found with every sponsorship level. Plus as a sponsor you are supporting a great community event and an even better charity.

Great ribs, fantastic entertainment, and cooling beverages await you at Ribfest 2008. Stay tuned to this website for updates on: entertainment, the opportunity for on-site corporate picnics, and the availability of Rib Bucks allowing you to pre-purchase tickets, entry passes, and buy food (sold in $5 increments).

For more information, please contact Deb Droppers, 269.388.2830 or .












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