GatherPalooza

A non-profit, community-based cancer support center that focuses on “the social, emotional, physical and spiritual needs of individuals with cancer and their family and friends,” the Gathering Place plans to host the inaugural GatherPalooza fundraising event at Grays Armory today from 6:30 to 11 p.m. The event will feature a Battle of the Bands between local acts the Nerve, Skin & Bones, Faith and Whiskey, and 80-HD, rock bands featuring Cleveland area professionals in health care, law and insurance. Live Nation’s Barry Gabel will serve as the MC. Proceeds will support the free services offered at the Gathering Place. The band that generates the most charitable support for the Gathering Place will receive a private party during a Live Nation concert. Raffle tickets will be available for the chance to win two tickets to the 2016 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony in New York City. The prize package includes roundtrip airfare and two-night hotel accommodations for two. General admission tickets are available for $75 and VIP tickets cost $150. General admission includes food stations along with two complimentary drink tickets. VIP tickets also include complimentary valet parking, a seat at a reserved table and open bar access. (Niesel)