Maryknoll’s Old School Band will provide boot-stompin’ tunes for the popular annual hoedown. Above, Father Doan Hoang samples one of the entries in last year’s chili cook-off.
St. Francis Xavier Japanese Catholic Center invites the community to a day of western-style fun at the annual Rootin’ Tootin’ Hoedown and Festival on Sunday, April 26, from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on the parish grounds, 222 S. Hewitt St. (at Third Street) in Los Angeles’ Little Tokyo/Arts District neighborhood.
This family-friendly event promises an afternoon of high-energy entertainment, traditional festival games, and community spirit. Attendees can look forward to a variety of attractions, including: dancing to live music by Maryknoll’s Old School Band with L.A.’s favorite musicians; delicious food, including a chili cook-off; kids’ carnival games; no-host bar; raffle; and Country Boutique Store.
It’s a wonderful way to enjoy a Sunday afternoon with family, friends, and great food.
Admission is free and all are welcome to attend. For more information, visit https://sfxcjcc.org/events or contact the parish office at (213) 626-2279.
St. Francis Xavier Chapel Japanese Catholic Center is a vibrant parish dedicated to serving the Japanese and Japanese American community and all in the neighborhood through faith and fellowship events that bring people together.