Patrons Scholarship Luncheon
The luncheon is a fundraiser to provide scholarships to El Dorado County high school seniors who wish to attend El Dorado Center and/or Folsom Lake College. Entertainment will be provided by F.L. College Chair 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Cold Springs Community Church, 2600 Cold Springs Rd., Placerville. Tickets for the luncheon cost $10.00 and can be purchased from Patron members or at the El Dorado Center Admin. office. Raffle tickets are also available. For more information contact: call (530) 677-8515
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