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Help Kids, Adults On Autism Spectrum At Fun Fundraiser In Essex County

Anyone in the area is invited to play BINGO for prizes and fund schools in Livingston, Whippany, and Verona for autistic adults and children

Play BINGO and help an organization that runs programs for autistic kids and adults in Livingston, Whippany, and Verona.
Play BINGO and help an organization that runs programs for autistic kids and adults in Livingston, Whippany, and Verona. (Spectrum 360)

LIVINGSTON, NJ — Want to help fund educational programs for kids and adults on the autism spectrum, and perhaps win prizes too?

BINGO!

Next month, you can head to the first Bingo Night Fundraiser run by Spectrum360 in Livingston. You don't have to be a resident of any specific town to play.

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Spectrum360 is a nonprofit providing educational and therapeutic support to children and adults on the autism spectrum, through schools and adult programs in Verona, Livingston, and Whippany.

The fundraiser will actually be held at one of their schools.

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"With this inexpensive and fun event, we are hoping to get some new people that may not be familiar with our organization," said an organizer. "It's a great opportunity to bring

food, drinks, and have a blast with your friends or family!"

It's also intended only for ages 18 and up. It's a BYOB event.

The event will include a 50/50 and snacks for purchase, in addition to the chance to win BINGO prizes.

The entry fee is $20, including one bingo board. Additional bingo boards are available for purchase at $10 each.

The event will take place Thursday, March 30, at Academy360 Upper School, 6 Regent St., Livingston.

Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Bingo starts at 6:30 p.m.

If you cannot make it to the event but would like to still donate, there is a donate button (next to register) on the Bingo website. Get more information here.

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