House of Blues group to perform at Jane Boyd Gospel Brunch

A popular group from the well-known House of Blues in Chicago will headline the Jane Boyd Gospel Brunch on November 4, an event to mark the 90th anniversary of the agency.

William Smith, Jr. & The Renewed Voices for Christ have performed with such notables as Walt Whitman, Aretha Franklin, Ethel Holloway, and Mavis Staples. They will be joined on stage with a variety of local gospel singers.

The gospel brunch, which will be held at CSPS, 1103 Third St., SE, Cedar Rapids, will have two performance times: 9 to 11 a.m. and noon to 2 p.m. Cost is $35 per person; a table for eight is $250. Seating is limited.

The menu includes chef-carved prime rib, made-to-order omelets, southern baked grits casserole, bacon, sausage, buttermilk biscuits and gravy, champagne mimosas, Blood Marys and more.

Jane Boyd's mission is to enhance the academic, emotional and social wellbeing of children and families in a diverse community with programs focused on developing successful and productive adults. Jane Boyd is an affiliate of Four Oaks.

For more information, call 319-784-2012 or visit the website at www.janeboyd.org.