Bingo fundraiser slated for March 15

Copan Seniors are having a Bingo fundraiser on March 15 at the American Legion in Bartlesville. First session starts at 6:30, regular session at 7 p.m. Tickets in advance are $10 and $13 at the door. The seniors will also be serving Indian Tacos.

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Sun, March 2nd, 2008

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