Christ Community Health will host the 9th Annual Rhythm & Ribs Community Festival, sponsored by SRP Federal Credit Union, the Development Authority of Richmond County, and the City of Augusta, on Saturday, November 1, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at 127 Telfair Street.

Rhythm & Ribs is a family-friendly event featuring live music and children's activities, which are sponsored by Furys Ferry Hardware and the Morris Museum of Art. Attendees can enjoy delicious BBQ from Smokeshow Food Truck and Kona Ice for just $10. The live music line-up includes Public Mind, Pure Love Music, Son of Faith, Trinity Bluegrass Gospel, and the Mt. Vernon Baptist Church Choir.

"Support Christ Community Health and bring your appetite, your friends, and your family for a great afternoon of music and food,” said Elizabeth Merritt, Director of Development & Communications.

There will also be tables with information from local community partners like SRP Federal Credit Union, Locally Grown, Careforth, Turning Point, Hope Women's Center, and SafeHomes.

All proceeds from the event benefit Christ Community Health in providing quality, affordable primary care to the underserved. Special thanks are extended to the City of Augusta and the Development Authority of Augusta for helping make this event possible.