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Jonesboro Elks To Host Shrimp Boil Benefitting Domestic Violence Programs

Jonesboro Elks To Host Shrimp Boil Benefitting Domestic Violence Programs

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Jonesboro, AR – JonesboroRightNow.com – The Jonesboro Elks will host a shrimp boil in early April, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting domestic violence programs.

The boil will take place at the Jonesboro Elks Lodge #498, located at 2113 W. Washington Ave. It is set for April 4, starting at 5 p.m.

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Plates of shrimp, corn, potatoes, and sausage will be served, and there will also be a smoked chicken option available. Live music will play all evening, according to a Jonesboro Elks Facebook post.

Plates are $35. To-go orders are available the day of from 5-7 p.m. To-go orders can be placed now and can be made by texting 870-759-1315. The number of plates, order name, and pickup time must be included.

Tickets are limited and will soon be available at the lodge’s bar, the post said.

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