Photo by Leila Sadeghian.
Photo by Leila Sadeghian.

This article was written by BenitoLink intern Leila Sadeghian

On Feb. 14, Hollister Recreation organized its annual Cupid Express, where volunteers put together balloon bouquets and delivered them all around town. Each bouquet was $12 and included candy or a rose.

Preparation for the event took place at the Veterans Memorial Building located on 649 San Benito Street. A few volunteers, including Councilman Rick Perez, dressed as Cupid (red shirts, white wings and a bow and arrow) to deliver the gifts.

Over 150 balloon bouquets were ordered and delivered to friends, family, and local businesses.

 

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Leila is a lifelong Hollister resident and 2012 San Benito High School graduate. She enjoys volunteering and being active in the community. She is a Classified Substitute in Hollister School District....