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About Jazz in the Park for Charity

Jazz in the Park for Charity (JITP) has established itself as one of the signature summer events in Chicagoland.
  Historically, it has featured the best in local and nationally renowned jazz entertainment, and samples of cuisine from the finest restaurants in the Southern Suburbs.  Founded by civic leaders and arts patrons Martin and Lois Anthonisen, JITP has grown into an event that attracts over 1,000 jazz fans annually.  Proceeds from Jazz in the Park for Charity 2010 will benefit local not-for-profit organizations.

In 2008, State Representative Al Riley assumed the position of Chairman for Jazz in the Park for Charity, Inc.  Rep. Riley has amassed a planning committee of well known and dedicated community leaders to craft the event.  A number of major sponsors have supported the event, including a major grant from the Charlene Davis Theater Fund of the Anita M. Stone Jewish Community Center.   Jazz in the Park for Charity 2009 was therefore the culmination of over a year’s work.
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Rosemary Hulet, State Representative Al Riley,
Lois and Martin Anthonisen