The Register-Herald, Beckley, West Virginia

Local News

January 20, 2013

Super Sunday football party planned for Feb. 3

The Clifford Recreation and Community Center in Ronceverte will be the site of a gala Super Sunday football party and fundraiser Feb. 3, sponsored by the Ronceverte Development Corporation and its Main Street program. The doors open at 5 p.m., with the big game’s kickoff at 6:30.

In addition to watching the Super Bowl with friends and neighbors, those attending the event can enjoy an indoor tailgate party, complete with food and beverages. Thanks to donations by the merchants of Ronceverte and surrounding communities, games and raffles throughout the evening will feature a variety of prizes.

Admission, which includes refreshments, is a donation of $12 per person.

Child care is available for an additional donation. Children will have access to games and activities, fully supervised by volunteers. To reserve a place in the child care room, call Kim Erskine at 304-647-5455, Monday through Friday, between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.

The RDC is now accepting donations for the event, as well as volunteers who are interested in joining the set-up and break-down team. Volunteer opportunities will be available in the days leading up to the party and on game day.

All volunteers confirming their participation with Lisa Circle, Main Street program manager, by Jan. 31 will be admitted to the event free of charge.

To volunteer, make a donation or get more information, call the RDC office at 304-647-3140.

 

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