Zonta’s casino night tonight at Wild Mushroom

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March 22, 2013

Zonta’s casino night tonight at Wild Mushroom

Anonymous Weatherford Democrat The Weatherford Democrat Fri Mar 22, 2013, 11:56 AM CDT

Zonta Club of Parker County is hosting its 11th Annual Casino Night tonight from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., at the Wild Mushroom Restaurant in Weatherford.

Club President Peggy Hutton said the event is the local club’s biggest fundraiser of the year and funds a number of scholarships for women. The club also benefits a number of local organizations including Center of Hope, the Senior Center, Parker County Health Foundation and more.

Tickets for the event, which are $50 in advance and $60 at the door, include $2,000 in play money and heavy hors d’Oeuvres.

Visit www.zontaparkercounty.org to purchase tickets online or contact any Zonta member for more information.

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