Sun05192013

Greater Metro

Maya Angelou joins Agape celebration

Agape Child & Family Services' annual HeartLight fundraiser, presented by IMC Companies, will feature Dr. Maya Angelou.

The participation of the iconic poet, filmmaker, author, playwright and civil rights activist is designed to bridge the gap between community responsibility and the love that Agape shares for helping families in need.

This year's HeartLight celebration is set for 7 p.m., Aug. 25 at The Cannon Center for the Performing Arts, 255 N. Main St.Tickets go on sale July 1 at all Ticketmaster locations, the Cannon Center box office oronline at www.ticketmaster.com.  To charge by phone call 800-745-3000.

For more information, call 901-323-3600 or visit www.AgapeMeansLove.org.

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