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Ellen Merriman’s beautiful home was the setting for a lunch honoring the 50-year BOTAR members recently! The class of 1976 gathered to trade special stories and memories of their time together in the organization.

Chefs in the Kitchen: Hillary Franke Church, Sharon Franke, 1976 BOTAR president; Britton Norden, and Meredith Norden

The 1976 BOTAR gown was on display at the festive event.

Featured in the October 17, 2026 issue of The Independent.

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