Premise: FREEPORT — The Family YMCA of Northwest Illinois will hold its 2019 Mardi Gras fundraiser at 5 p.m. Feb. 23 at the Grand River Hall, sixth floor, 101 S. Liberty St. The event will include a silent auction, 50/50 raffle, Mr. Ed performing live, the Twisted by Time Escape Room, a masquerade, cash bar, Mardi Gras fare and a dessert auction. Early bird pricing is available through Jan. 23. Cost through Jan. 23: $35, individuals; $60, couples. Cost: After Jan. 23: $38, individuals; $65, couples. For information: freeportymca.org.
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