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Spofford – Trivia Night

Spofford recently hosted its first annual Trivia Night. More than 150 guests on 18 teams duked it out to be trivia champs for children with categories in pop culture, movies, one hit wonders, and more. The evening also featured an ’80s theme, silent auction, raffle, games, and delicious fare. Proceeds support Spofford’s mission to provide residential and community-based services for young children with emotional and behavioral disturbances attributed to abuse, neglect and childhood mental illness.

Also featured in the July 13th issue of The Independent
Photo Credit: Todd Davidson

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(Sitting) Karen Speegle, Ashley Renfrew, Kaley Moe, April Flagor, and Amanda Kinney (standing) Stephanie Switzky, Katie Aguilera and Monica Younggren
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Jared Bahr, Ryan Wiebe, Charlie Bahr and Kyle Jensen
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Maureen Wiebe
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Kira Montuori, Yve Rojas, Michelle Pendzimas, Jen Plas, and Lindsey Pryor

 

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