R.I. Moose to hold dinner and dance Oct. 20


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Posted Online: Oct. 11, 2012, 10:02 am
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Press release submitted by Rock Island Moose Lodge #190

The Rock Island Moose will hold a Dinner and Dance on October 20, starting a 5 p.m.. at the Moose Family Center, 4410 9th St, with wine tasting from Lavender Crest Winery. Dinner will be served from 6-7 p.m.. Those attending have a choice of Stuffed Pork Chop, Crab Stuffed Chicken Breast, or Steak. Cost of the dinner is $15 per person. Following the dinner, there will be a dance. Dress will be "Business Casual" (NO hats or jeans).

This is also a Membership drive for the Loyal Order of Moose and Women of the Moose. Both the Loyal Order of Moose and the Women of the Moose work very hard to support Mooseheart, a residential facility for youth and Moosehaven, a community for seniors in Florida.






















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