Indianapolis Recorder, Indianapolis, Marion County, 1 August 2003 — Page 3

FRIDAY, AUGUST 1, 2003

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JAZZ FEST

GAITHER

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Blues legend B.B. King performed at Indy Jazz Fest in 2002. Photo courtesy of WICR 88.7 FM, Indianapolis * Classical, Jazz & Information Radio.

return to a three-day event. “The APA plans to reach out to many cultures, people and entities of the community to make sure that this event is truly representative,” Small said. The fest, one week before the Indiana Black Expo’s Circle City Classic, was intentionally sched-

uled for the weekend of the U.S. Grand Prix qualifications which will be at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. In the past the Jazz Fest has drawn close to 48,000 spectators. Past Jazz Fest artists included B.B. King, Aretha Franklin and James Brown.

► Continued from Page 1 at the mall. In addition, she and Renee enjoy watching basketball and football games on television. Renee however, took her interest a step further and has developed a love for actually playing basketball. “I enjoy playing with my brothers, and boys in the neighborhood,” Renee said. The tomboy, when asked about her willingness to play against boys, laughed and conceded, “I think I’m better than all of them, although I’m actually too short to play professional basketball.” Ashlee has recently recovered from an illness stemming from her birth, and has occasionally used crutches to cover short distances, or, in some cases, a wheelchair for longer journeys. Renee said that turning 20 actually just feels like being 18 or 19, with no major difference. The Gaither’s, who all graduated from North Central High School, are serious about their academic and career goals. During last year’s Indiana Black Expo, Rev. Charles Williams, IBE’s president and a friend of the family, joined Coca Cola in awarding each of the Gaither quintuplets a $2,000 scholarship.

“They’re all in college and doing very well,” said their mother, who added that each of her children are attending undergraduate institutions in Indianapolis. “It’s a blessing to be going to college,” Ashlee said. Rhealyn Gaither was unavailable at press time, while her brothers Brandon and Joshua were out of town along with their father, Sydney. Ryan Gaither, the quintuplet’s older brother and a major guiding force in their lives, will turn 23 in September. Mrs. Gaither expressed tremendous gratitude to the Indianapolis community for their interest in her family. “We really appreciate all the support from this community that we have received over the years,” she said. “The quintuplets belong to us, but we believe they also belong to the community.” Renee mentioned possible dinner plans in observance of the quintuplet’s birthday, with her mother adding that there will be a private celebration. But both agree that the Gaither’s’ 21st birthday next year is sure to be unforgettable and lively. “We’ll probably have it in a bar,” Renee said, half seriously and half jokingly.

Jazz Festival What: Taste of Indy Jazz Festival When: Sept. 27,1 p.m. to 11 p.m.

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