[Press Release] : Shoot free throws for a free turkey!

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
Contact: Tammy Miller - (573) 874-7465

Shoot free throws for a free turkey!

COLUMBIA, MO (November 1, 2007) - Columbia Parks and Recreation’s
annual “Fowl Shoot” Contest will be held Saturday, Nov. 17, at the
Armory Sports Center. The basketball free throw shooting contest is
designed for all ages, and will be held from 9-11 a.m. 

Winners in each age category will receive a certificate redeemable for
a free turkey at a local supermarket. Age categories are:
kindergarten-1st grade, 2nd-3rd grade, 4th-5th grade, 6th-8th grade,
9th-12th grade and adults. 

Everyone is welcome to enter the contest; no preregistration is
required. Registration fee is $1 per 10 free throw shots, plus one can
of food. Participants may pay an extra $1 for as many sets of shots as
time allows. Canned goods that are collected will be donated to area
food pantries. 

For more information, call Parks and Recreation at 874-7460. 

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