An enthusiastic crowd enjoys the band Moe at Greekfest.
/ CW Daniel Owen The Greek community was partying in full force Saturday night during the second annual Greekfest. Fraternity row was blocked off to allow thousands to gather to hear acts such as Azz Iz, Keller Williams, moe. and Robert Earl Keen. “I thought the turnout was so much better than last year, due in large part to the lineup,” said Rob Sabin, the Interfraternity Council executive vice president. Costa provided free goodies such as window decals, can holders and eyewear retainers. Costa also held a drawing for free sunglasses. The night was not just about partying. A large part of the proceeds were also donated to Magic Moments, a charity organization that is similar to the Make-A-Wish Foundation in that it provides wishes to seriously ill children in Alabama. “Funds will be determined Monday morning when we can get to the bank and also determine the number of tickets sold,” Sabin said. This is the second year Greekfest has contributed to Magic Moments.
The Interfraternity Council outdid itself with this year’s lineup. A popular act in Tuscaloosa, Azz-Iz started off the night with their hip hop, R&B and rock lineup. The Atlanta-based group will be returning to Tuscaloosa to play at Capone’s 4th and 23rd on Sept. 11. This was the group’s second year to participate.