Mini VetsFest returns

MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - The North Mankato American Legion Post 518 is once again hosting its Mini VetsFest.

The free event held at Post 518′s Legion will have live music performed by the Pat McLaughlin Band with plenty of food, drinks and family activities.

Donations made at the event sponsor musician visits to VA rest homes and hospitals.

“You would, you would not believe what music can do for somebody that’s very depressed. I mean, music has a lot of a lot of healing powers,” American Legion member Mike Forliti said.

Mini VetsFest’s starts at noon with an opening ceremony and goes till 4 p.m.

There will also be a paid breakfast event from 9 to 11 a.m.

Proceeds from the breakfast go to veteran families in need.

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