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Columbia High Music Fundraiser: ‘Wine And Music’

SOMA parents can enjoy a night of jazz and chamber music, food and conversation, while helping to fund music programs at CHS.

MAPLEWOOD, NJ — Do you want to help support musically talented students at Columbia High School? On Friday, Dec. 1, from 7 to 10 p.m., the Columbia High School Music Parents Association (CHSMPA) will host its first "Wine and Music: The Perfect Pairing" fundraiser at the Orange Lawn Tennis Club.

South Orange-Maplewood School District (SOMSD) parents are invited to mingle and enjoy conversation with Hank Zona and Dan Festerling of Corkside Wine Club, hors d'oeuvres by Orange Lawn Chef Richard Krug, and concert “tastings” from chamber, jazz and popular music by students.

Click here for more information and RSVP info. Tickets are $75, and will benefit the South Orange-Maplewood School District’s music programs at CHS.

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