9 groups tapped for Songfest

DOWNEY - The 18th annual Interfaith Multicultural Songfest sponsored by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be held March 20 at the church's south Downey facility at 12425 Orizaba Ave.Prelude music by the Salvation Army Youth Band South Whittier Corp. will begin at 6:30 p.m. Nine groups will perform. Admission and parking are free. Refreshments will be served. "It is our pleasure to again offer an evening of special music and togetherness to the residents of Downey and neighboring communities," said Lois Buchanan, public affairs community relations director of the Downey stake of the church and coordinator of the event. "It is also a great opportunity to meet as friends and from various religions and from different cultures to promote understanding and friendships." For more information, call (562) 927-9790.

********** Published: March 12, 2010 - Volume 8 - Issue 47