Lafayette, Los Angeles. (My cost) – A vibrant spirit of culture and celebration took center stage Sunday, as the 20th annual African American Heritage Parade swept through the streets of Lafayette. For many parade-goers, it made them feel proud to be attending.
“It feels good that I like it,” Malcolm Taylor said.
“It feels good. I'm walking around. It's lit,” Demetri Brown said.
Terrance Savoie said the show is an unforgettable experience, and he said the people of Lafayette should come together and make it exceptional.
“We have a lot of fun things, a lot of activities going on in our city,” Savoy said. “I want you all to come out and check it out. Lafayette 337, this is ours. We have to show up and show up.”
John Pierre, grand marshal of the parade, said he was close to the late African American Heritage Foundation founder Janelle Chargois. He said it was great to be away from the event you organized for the first time.
“I knew Janelle Charguis, and to be the grand marshal for the 20th anniversary of the parade that I helped organize and establish is the greatest honor I could ever have,” Pierre said.
Pierre said the community coming together at this event can inspire and guide the next generation toward greatness.
“When there is unity in the community, a lot can be done,” Pierre said. “We can become role models for a lot of young people who are looking for role models to do great things.”
The African American Heritage Foundation said it looks forward to holding this show for many years to come.
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