All Rooks County businesses are welcome to attend an Appreciation Reception and Recognition at a come-and-go event on Monday, December 16th. The Social Hour begins at 6:00 p.m. at the Handle-Bar Tavern & Eatery at 105 East Mill Street in Plainville, with the Recognition at 6:30 p.m. Hors d’oeuvres are courtesy of the Rooks County Economic Development Department. Please RSVP to Roger Hrabe at roger@rookscounty.net.

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