Cape Area Musicians sponsored the 15th annual Christmas Hoot Music Festival Dec. 17. The event took place at Broussard's, Buckner Brewing Co. and the River City Yacht Club with all proceeds going to benefit the children at Cottonwood Treatment Center.

According to Bob Camp, coordinator of the event, "The event is successful because of the dedication of all those who donate their time and talents to perform, as well as those who attend and give so generously."

Cottonwood, on the campus of Southeast Missouri State University, is a Department of Mental Health facility that provides residential treatment to children, ages 6 to 17 who have emotional and behavioral problems.