Inaugural Oasis Fest: April 10-12

The Oasis Grayslake Youth Center will be holding its first onsite three-day fundraiser. Sponsored by Joyce Campbell – State Farm Insurance and Petroplis Adoptions, all proceeds from the weekend will be used for to purchase Music Performance Licenses. With these licenses, young musicians will now be allowed to play covers of their favorite songs. This new ability to play cover songs on the Oasis’ stage is an investment in the growth of Lake County’s young musicians, where there is a deficit in youth-oriented facilities providing these licenses.

Each day will have a special event that emphasizes the many services The Oasis offers.

Friday, April 10- Nintendo Smash Bros. Tournament 6 pm

Contestants will face off against each other for fun prizes & total Smash Bros. dominance. This event is co-sponsored by Gamers HQ. Registration is $5 and can be done at the Oasis during normal business hours.

Saturday, April 11- Oasis Fest Concert 2 pm - 11pm

Acts include music student recitals, popular local bands, and reunions of great Chicago area bands. The cost to attend is just a $5 donation at the door. Bands include Berea, Overtone, American Arson, Brede Baldwin, Exit 2 Enter and more. A full list of acts is available on the Oasis website.

Sunday, April 12- Pub Trivia 2pm-5pm

Teams of up to 5 will contend in a battle of wits for bragging rights & trivia superiority. A private event, this event is for ages 21 & up. This event will feature beer from Light the Lamp Brewery and food from BBQ Productions. Registration is $100 per team and can be completed on-line at oasisgrayslake.com/trivia

Established in 2008, The Grayslake Oasis Youth Center is a safe place where youths from Grayslake and the surrounding communities can spend time and make new friends. We offer a wide variety of entertainment including video games, a snack bar, and pool/air hockey tables. We also have a trained tutor on site to help our guests with homework and college prep. Additionally, The Oasis supports local musicians by hosting concerts every Friday and Saturday night featuring local, regional, and national talent.

The Oasis is a one of a kind, independent organization that is determined to benefit the lives of all who come through our door. We are limited by budget, not imagination. By sponsoring and/or attending these events you are directly contributing to The Oasis’ mission to positively impact our community. Please help us expand and improve our services to the Grayslake community and its residents by attending our events, or becoming a sponsor. Sponsors will receive advertising in return for their support.

For more information about the event, and the Oasis, please visit www.oasisgrayslake.com