Northwestern State University - Potpourri Yearbook (Natchitoches, LA)

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Christmas 20. . .Foatu

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B. J. Thomas A living legend in his own time, B. J. Thomas warmed the hearts of many as he performed at the Christmas Festival Concert on December 3 in Prather Col- iseum. The sincerity in his performance blended with his great vocal ability as the talented singer performed many of his popular hits. B. J. entertained an attentive audience with tunes like, I ' m So Lonesome I Could Cry , I Just Can ' t Help Believing , Raindrops Keep Falling on My Head , and Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song. Features ... 1 9

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Creates Unique Excitement The Christmas season traditionally descended upon Natchitoches with the celebration of the 51st annual Chnstmas Festival which was highlighted by the fire- work display on the riverfront. The cele- bration climaxed as thousands of Christ- mas lights were illuminated along Front St. and the banks of Cane River, rekin- dling the spirit of Christmas in historic Natchitoches. The uniqueness of Christ- mas in Cane River country continues to attract thousands of people to the Christ- mas Festival each year. The heartwarming reverence and wonder of the beauty of Christmas in the small college town con- tinues to overwhelm all who share in the experience. Truly unique, Natchitoches can be compared to no other place in the world during the Christmas season — a time of wonder, love, and beauty. Features ... 2 1