AFD hosts 19th annual Senior Citizens Holiday Luncheon

AUSTIN, Texas - The Austin Fire Department hosted its 19th annual Senior Citizens Holiday Luncheon on Wednesday, Dec. 13.

The event was held at the Conley/Guerrero Activity Center in east Austin.

Retired Austin firefighter Tim Lafuente started the luncheon, still organizes the event each year and helps cook the food.

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Organizers say they expected to serve more than 350 seniors.

The event started back in 2003. Hundreds of volunteers also help with the event each year.