The Official Newspaper of the Diocese of Little Rock
   
Susan Cruz and J. Carmen Perez pay tickets to receive a glass of "horchata" a popular cinnamon flavored rice-based drink during Summerfest at St. Raphael in August. (Travis McAfee photo) Isaac Antony, 16, lends a hand to Deacon Chuck Marino at his famous "SnoCone" booth. The "SnoWizard" machine used was invented by Marino's uncle in the 1930s. (Travis McAfee photo) Ojilvia Barrera prepares tacos carne asada as husband Gonzalo collects payment. (Travis McAfee photo) Sgt. Oscar Henson, of the Washington County Sheriff's Department and a St. Raphael parishioner, welcome members of the Northwest Arkansas chapter of Bikers Against Child Abuse who attend Summerfest to create awareness for their cause. (Travis McAfee photo) Promoting community relationships, Capt. Matthew Chacanaca of the Springdale Fire Department answers questions and gives parishioners a tour of a fire truck and other equipment they use in the line of duty. (Travis McAfee photo) The inflatable obstacle course provides hours of entertainment. (Travis McAfee photo) The face and body painting booth is one of the more popular attractions for the hundreds of children in attendance. (Travis McAfee photo) Bree McAfee, 10, Ava McAfee, 4, Ella McAfee, 4, Gabrielle Dickenson, 10, and Isabella Antony, 10, show happy faces as kids pile on for a hay ride around the church campus. (Travis McAfee photo) Brisa and Martin Ramirez pause for a picture with pastor Father John Connell, a proud promoter of Summerfest as an opportunity to bring together his diverse flock. (Travis McAfee photo) Volunteers for the Arkansas United Community Coalition share information about the importance of registering to vote and taking part in elections. (Travis McAfee photo)
Order photo prints

Festival celebrates end of summer with diversity

St. Raphael parishioners enjoyed food and fellowship at Summerfest

Published: September 10, 2016         
Travis McAfee

Ricky Garcia smiles as Javier Claudio demonstrates his technique in cotton candy making.

St. Raphael Church in Springdale, the largest parish in the Diocese of Little Rock with more than 20,000 registered parishioners, hosted its two-day Summerfest Aug. 20-21.

 

 

SEE MORE PHOTOS related to this story at Arkansas Catholic's Zenfolio page, and order prints if you like. You also can browse other photos taken by Arkansas Catholic photographers.

Please read our Comments Policy before posting.

Article comments powered by Disqus