04/14/2026
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who helped make FOP Lodge 97’s first-ever Purse Bingo event such a tremendous success. This doesn’t happen without the time, energy, and effort that the volunteers gave, and it truly showed. From setup to cleanup, organizing, selling tickets, running side raffles, and everything in between… you made it happen.
We are incredibly grateful for each of you.
Thanks to our volunteers: Rob Alexander, Mikie Battle, Marena Cline, Cathy Dylewski, Jason Fabian, Shawn Gegick, Raegan Hayes, Scooter Hayes, Sheila Holcomb, Melanie Kidwell, Lori McNeill, Alan Morabeto, Chris Robinson, Steve and Bonnie Sferella, Carol Slates, Zach Stickles, Nick Thayer, Lou Vandeborne and Tracy Walenciej. (Apologies if we missed anyone.)
A special thanks to Heather Hayes and Casey Robinson for leading this effort!
And a huge thank you to the Wintersville Fire Department for the use of Florian Hall and Harold Adams for running the bingo portion of the day.
Because of our volunteers, this wasn’t just a good event—it was a great event and set the bar for what’s next.
And yes… we’re doing it again. 👇
📅 Mark your calendars: October 18, 2026
The next Purse Bingo is already in the works, and we’re planning to make it even bigger and better. Stay tuned for details—and if you were there this time, you already know you won’t want to miss it.
Thank you again for showing up, stepping up, and supporting the mission.
