The Black Women Lawyers Association of Michigan (BWLAM ) is again partying with a purpose with its Annual Cocktail Sip Fundraiser on Thursday, December 11, from 6 to 11:30 p.m. at the Ivory Coach Fisher Mansion in Detroit.

Money raised during the event will go to support programs and community outreach.

Cost for the event is $108.55 per person. For additional information or to register, visit www.facebook.com/Blackwomenlawyers.

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