‘Backyard BBQ’ fundraiser this weekend

Published 12:00 am Friday, March 14, 2014

A party is planned for this weekend and organizers are hoping locals will turn out in big numbers for some fun and food for a good cause.

The fourth annual Communities Care Backyard BBQ will take place tomorrow at the Kiwanis community center in Andalusia and will benefit the many programs South Central Alabama Mental Health oversees.

Organizers said this year’s event is going to have a little something for everyone,

On the entertainment front, the night’s activities will be headlined by country music artist and Samsom native Shane Owens, and will also include a silent auction.

Tickets for the event are $20 in advance; $25 at the door; and children12 and under are admitted for free. The event will take place from 5 to 9 p.m. For more information, or to purchase tickets, call 334.428.5050.