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USGBC LI to hold annual holiday event December 11

Westbury, NY The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)  - Long Island chapter will hold their annual holiday party on Monday, December 11 from 6 - 8 p.m. There will be brief presentation, buffet dinner and open bar (wine and beer) to celebrate the end of a another year. In light of the holiday spirit, registration for members and non-members is free! Members are encouraged to invite their friends.

Donations to the chapter’s scholarship fund are welcome! Contributions can be made online at www.usgbc-li.org or checks can be made payable to: USGBC-LI and collected at the event. The USGBC-LI is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Contributions are tax deductible.

The party will be held at The Viana Hotel & Spa, 3998 Brush Hollow Rd.

Register at: https://usgbc-li.org/civicrm/event/register?id=294&reset=1

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