Community Fest

We are hosting a free, community-wide, all-ages festival on Wednesday, August 20, 2025 from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. to commemorate 75 years of mission and service.

Community Fest will feature a picnic dinner created by chef Ian Gray, a bowl painting activity to support Crosstown Meals on Wheels’ Empty Bowls fundraiser that is scheduled for November 2nd, and live music. Bands at the event include The Floras, a rockabilly / Gospel duo, The Havana Quartet, Cuban music and dance and ABBAsolutelyFAB, an Abba tribute band.

Three-time Regional Emmy Award-winning actor, vocalist, arts educator, author, and community organizer T. Mychael Rambo will emcee.

Beer from Fulton Brewery will be available for sale to guests ages 21+ (IDs will be checked) and Kona Ice will offer shaved ice treats for sale.

“Normandale has been a part of this community for 75 years and we want to celebrate with all people, whether they are members of the church or not,” said Kristi Shepherd, organizer of Community Fest.“This is our opportunity to say ‘thank you’ and to let our neighbors know that we are here to engage with the community and establish ourselves as a true neighbor, here to help and participate with community members on community issues and initiatives.”

We are so grateful to our sponsoring partners for Community Fest: Normandale Center for Healing and Wholeness and the Normandale Foundation.

Community Fest will be held rain or shine in the main west parking lot of Normandale. Can’t wait to see you there!