Enjoy a day of family-friendly activities in downtown Grabill May 20th. The 6th Annual Spring Fling Charity Event will be held at the Fudergong Community Building (13720 First Street) and the adjoining iAB Financial Bank parking area. A variety of exciting features will take place throughout the entire day from 10:00 am to 9:00 pm to help raise support for two very special community charity organizations.
The fun begins at 10:00 a.m. with the Spring Fling Classic Car, Truck, & Bike Show, featuring collector vehicles from the tri-state area. You’ll get to see some really cool restored cars and trucks up close and talk with their proud owners. New this year is the addition of collector motorcycles to the show. Judging will take place at 2:00 and show awards will be announced at 2:30. The show is sponsored by Fox & Fox Car Care Company. Call 260-657-5029 for entry information.
A benefit auction begins at 2:30 inside the Fudergong Community Building, and will continue until the last item is sold. Nearly 200 quality items will be up for bidding during this fast-paced spectacle, including unique items for all ages. Many of the auction items have been donated by area businesses and residents to help support the Spring Fling charity organizations. Register at any time to place a bid. This year’s auction will be produced by Andy Miller of Century 21/Bradley Auctions. Based on past experience, this auction will be lots of fun for both children and adults!
The highlight of the Spring Fling will be the Hog Roast Dinner and Stage Show. The old-fashioned hog roast includes locally raised pork provided by area farmers, with processing donated by Gustin Custom Meats. The dinner menu includes homemade side dishes and a drink. After your delicious supper, you can sit back and enjoy some great entertainment. The stage show will open with local female vocalist Angela Flick singing favorites from the 50’s & 60’s. Headlining the show once again will be Terry Lee & The Rockaboogie Band. Terry Lee, originally from London, England, will have you on your feet with his high energy 50’s rock & roll music and lightening fast piano playing. Joining Terry Lee will be special guest Michael Budreau, solo saxophone artist from Nashville, Indiana.
Proceeds from the Spring Fling Charity Event will benefit two familiar local organizations: Christian Community Health Care and Harlan Christian Youth Center. Christian Community Health Care offers free medical services through weekly walk-in clinics at their facility in Grabill, Indiana. Harlan Christian Youth Center has been providing kids and teens with free after-school activities for over 16 years at their center in downtown Harlan, and have recently helped launch a new youth center in Woodburn. The Spring Fling is proud to support both of these community outreach ministries and encourages you to support this community effort.
For more information about the Spring Fling Charity Event or to order any remaining tickets for the Hog Roast & Stage Show, please contact event manager Dennis Bennett (260-433-2159, dennisabennett1@peoplepc.com). Some tickets may be available at the door, depending on pre-event ticket sales. See you this Saturday in downtown Grabill!
