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The Family Conservancy – Brew for Books

Boulevard Brewing Company was the setting for The Family Conservancy’s third annual Brew for Books on April 14th. More than 250 guests donated more than 725 books for children from birth through age five, who are living in poverty. Ryan Triggs was the featured entertainer.

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 Guests enjoyed the musical stylings of Ryan Triggs.
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Joe Harmon, board member; Cherie Meyer, P.T., the book-loving owl, and Karl and Erika Martens

Additional photos featured in the May 28, 2016 issue
Photo Credit: Dphotography

 

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