Hawks, State Farm, MOWA host first ‘Brunch, Beats & Bingo’ for seniors

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Hawks, State Farm, MOWA host first ‘Brunch, Beats & Bingo’ for seniors

The Atlanta Hawks, national insurance provider State Farm, and Meals on Wheels Atlanta (MOWA) did something about that Wednesday, December 6, collaborating on the first ever ‘Brucnh, Beats & Bingo’, an event that allowed local seniors to have fun during the holiday season, while also being given groceries.

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