BOTAR – Let’s Party Like Gatsby
October 24th was the date for the BOTAR Let’s Party Like Gatsby bash at the Simpson House. BOTARs and their escorts enjoyed a wonderful evening of 1920’s fun. BOTARs Jordan LeMay, Paige Nelson and Morgan Weinrich served as the hosts.
Also featured in the November 29th issue of The Independent
Photo Credit: David Riffel
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