A local organization is looking to put some fun into its function.
Support EIU Employees' mission is to assist those laid off from Eastern Illinois University due to the state budget impasse.
The group is organizing an event called FUNdFest which they say will take place next month.
One organizer of the event, Karen Pope, says FUNdFest is a celebration of solidarity among community members.
Pope says the festival is April 30th starting at 11 a.m. at the Coles County Fairgrounds.
She says there will be something for everyone with live music, speakers, art, and food.
For more details, you can visit Support EIU Employees' website: http://supporteiuemployees.org/, or find them on Facebook.
Pope also says for those looking to get behind-the-scenes of the fun, there is a volunteer meeting tomorrow night at 6 p.m. in the Charleston County Market.