To benefit local service projects that will empower women, the Zonta Club of the Joliet Area has announced plans to hold a Festival of Culture Oct. 24.
The event is scheduled to take place from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Jacob Henry Victorian Ballroom, 15 S. Richards St., Joliet. Locally based restaurants will be on hand to provide guests a small tasting of cuisine from around the world. Food tastings will be provided by Mama Onesta’s, Little Saigon, Mashallah Mart & Restaurant, Pepe’s, Aisha’s Southern Cuisine, Al’s Steak House, Traditions, Cheesecakes by James, and Milano Bakery. In addition, Hollywood Casino of Joliet is providing door prize raffles of two guest stays at the Hollywood Casino Hotel and a $150 gift card for Joliet Final Cut Restaurant.
“We are excited to launch this Festival of Culture event to highlight the global connection and the diversity within our own communities,” said Mary Baudino, fundraising committee co-chair for the Joliet Area Zonta Club.
Cost to attend the event is $25 per person if purchased prior to event or $30 per person at the door. Children 5 years old and under will be admitted free of charge. To purchase tickets, call 815-302-6295 or email mfbaudino59@aol.com. Visit www.jolietzonta.org for more information.