Friends helping friends at annual BBQ fundraiser

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Staff Report on September 27, 2017

[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he Friends Foundation 24th Annual BBQ at the Salt Lick Pavilion will be held on Oct. 5 from 5-10 p.m.

This fundraising event will be an evening of western swing music, Salt Lick BBQ buffet, a live and silent auction, and an opportunity to support the Friends Foundation’s programs benefiting the elderly in the greater Dripping Springs area.

The Salt Lick Pavilion gates open at 5 p.m. Register for bidding and allow ample time to preview the silent and live auction items b...

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