Basket bingo to feature Longaberger line

For many years, Longaberger baskets have been appearing in homes, with charm and craftsmanship second to none. The Visitation Church Finance Committee is offering everyone a chance to win a few of these beauties this weekend at its Longaberger Basket Bingo to be held from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday in the social hall of St. Pius Church, located on Summit Street, adjacent to the church’s grounds. …

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Tue, March 13th, 2007

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