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Hopefest keeps the hope alive

Keep hope alive. Good old positivity and hope never hurt when you factor it into the equation of life. On that note, St. Thomas More High School’s junior class is hosting another installment of their annual Hopefest in downtown Lafayette.

The festival is a celebration of faith, hope and love with local music entertainment, great food, games, a silent auction and fun for the whole family. Live music will be provided by the Shawn and Lance Band, the McKenzie Bourg Band featuring Sydney Sonnier, Wooden Wings and more. In addition, there will be fun jumps, face painting and a gaming tent. The silent auction will feature local art, signed Saints memorabilia, jewelry, a health club membership, and more.

Proceeds for this year’s Hopefest will benefit the STM Options program for special needs students and the homeless and poor of Acadiana through Catholic Service Centers. Hopefest takes place on Feb. 19 in Parc International in downtown Lafayette from noon to 7 p.m.

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written by surfer dude , February 18, 2011 - 07:44 pm

I heard the Hopefest MC is awesome.

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written by MacDaddy , February 24, 2011 - 12:57 pm

STM HOPEFEST was a tremendous success. Thanks to the school sponsor, Larry Strother, for his hard work & excellent leadership & respect. THANKS TO ALL DONORS AND PERFORMERS!!! THANKS TO THE STUDENTS WHO STEPPED UP TO THE PLATE AND BECAME LEADERS AND THANKS TO ALL THE STUDENTS WHO HAVE WORKED HARD, every week, since the opening of school! Everyone who participated will be responsible for providing aid to the homeless & the hurting in Lafayette parish. Also, the revenue raised will allow Options Program to continue. Everyone appreciates the Options students. This is stewardship in action and these young people need to be recognized for wht they have accomplished.

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