April 11th - Card Party with the Clavers

On Thrusday, April 11th Clavers from all over came to Parsippany, NJ to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Northern States District. The pre-conference session was a card party for fun and fellowship.

After the drive from the Newark Liberty International Airport, early attendees enjoyed some snacks and drinks before business the following day.




Members of the district board and national officers played Bid Whist, Spades and more.




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