Some of the live performances slated for Saturday will include Ms. Tabitha, a blues artist, and Luther Lackey, another blues artist.

Barabino said Sunday “will be like an old-fashioned day in the park with activities and a DJ.”

Laurel Mayor Melvin Mack is scheduled to be the featured speaker at Sunday’s activities.

Barabino said although the event is occurring in Heidelberg, it is designed to attract people from throughout the area.

“When we say community we are talking about the entire area,” he said. “We want people to come from Laurel, Meridian, Vossburg, Bay Springs, Ellisville, Paulding, Quitman and throughout the area. ... It’s for everybody.”

Aside from the annual weekend event, Barabino said, the Brotherhood also provides services to the community throughout the year.

“The club sponsors a three-day camping trip on Father’s Day weekend for the young boys in the community,” he said. “We also make donations to help families in need throughout the year.”

Anyone wanting more information about the Day in the Park can call Barabino at (601) 787-4455 or (601) 670-5547.