Cougarfest 2006…Crab & Steak Dinner/Dance Supporting our Student Athletes
This is a fun filled evening with proceeds to benefit EDHS Sports & Cheer Programs. Free door prizes, raffle, silent and live auctions! Live music and dancing to follow with The Pickups. 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. - Happy Hour; 7:00 p.m. Dinner El Dorado County Fairgrounds Main Building, 100 Placerville Drive, Placerville $50.00 per person. Tickets available at The Paint Spot, 1303 Broadway, The Hoosegow, 2864 Ray Lawyer Drive, or from any booster or call For more information contact: (530) 622-3634
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