Inland Empire Community Festival August 28, 2009

Our mission is to foster and improve educational opportunities, career development, and life skills that transform the lives of at-risk youth through focused programs and initiatives with our public school and post-secondary education partners.

This year the Ontario Mills Mall is pleased to announce its newest fundraiser for the Simon Youth Foundation (SYF) and Friends. The “Inland Empire Community Festival” is an unprecedented weekend of music and community activities designed to stimulate the local economy with a combination of creative and exciting events.

Friday, August 28th - Wind down and “Celebrate Community” on opening day of the festival as it kicks off Country Western style. Food vendors are heating up the grills. Get out your cowboy boots and your line dancing shoes as the IECF celebrates life to the sounds of country western, country western soul, blues and swing. Join your neighbors at the Mills for an evening filled with music, food, and fun. Dress in your best western gear as the ‘IECF’ selects the “Best Dressed western dressed western folks”. Line dance and relax as you celebrate life. Time: 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Saturday, August 29th - The IECF rings with the smooth sound of JAZZ. Enjoy a mixture of Latin Jazz, Jazz Fusion, Old School, and Funk. You can two-step on the dance floor while local, national and world-renowned jazz artists take center stage. There’s an array of fun for the mature audience with plenty of great food and retail shopping. This upscale community event will pay tribute to Jazz legends as Saturday closes with a tribute to a special surprise guest. Time: 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Sunday August 30th – “Family Day at the Mills” Hosted by Pastor Dennis West of Gospel Vision Christian Center. Sunday the IECF will honor the Inland Empire’s Leaders and Pastors. Get ready to celebrate with family and friends. Relax and enjoy as Gospel music, Latin Jazz, and Blues. The IECF has an array of activities for kids of all ages: arts & crafts, clowns, face painting, story time with your favorite characters, mascots, magic tricks and more. Time: 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Vendor and sponsor opportunities are available.
http://www.eventbrite.com/event/352754097/IECFVendors/72424447
or call 909.275.7372, One Mills Circle Ontario, CA 91734

Official Website: http://www.iecommunityfest.com