Van Go announces fundraising event

Barbecue, boat rides and live music will be part of the third-annual “What Floats Your Boat?” fundraiser for Van Go Mobile Arts JAMS (Jobs in the Arts Make Sense.)

The event will be at 6 p.m. Saturday at Clinton Lake Marina. McGonigles Barbecue will be served at 6:30 p.m., and a live auction of outdoor furniture painted by Van Go youths will begin at 7:15 p.m. Vacation home visits and a U.S. Senior Open Package are available for bidding, too.

The cover band Sellout! will provide music, with a “Lawrence Idol” contest open to audience members who’d like to participate.

Tickets for the event are $40 and should be purchased in advance by calling 842-3797. Reserved tables of eight are available. For more information about the event and auction goods, visit www.van-go.org.