July 31, 2008 – Parkways Foundation, the philanthropic partner of the Chicago Park District, held the second annual GALApalooza at the Petrillo Band Shell giving guests an exclusive sneak preview of the transformation of Grant Park into the Lollapalooza venue. Sharon Jones and the Dap-Kings, a Lollapalooza featured band, took the stage for an unforgettable performance. Emcee Marty Lennartz from WXRT and Perry Farrell, founder of Lollapalooza, were special guests at this year’s GALApalooza. Proceeds from this year’s event benefited the Buckingham Foundation Restoration Project.