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Step into the Holidays with First Steps

By Barbara Ball
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October 30, 2025

WINNSBORO – Fairfield County First Steps will host a holiday fundraiser Thursday, Nov. 13, from 6 – 9 p.m. at 142 S. Congress St., in Winnsboro – across the street from Cornwallis House of Tea.

The event will offer door prizes, food, drinks, wine, heavy hors d’oeuvres, food and craft vendors. Vendor registration is $10.

Raffle tickets are available for prizes include gift cards for restaurants, holiday décor, and more. Tickets are 5 for $5, 12 for $10, and 27 for $20. Also, for every $5 spent with a vendor, customers will receive an additional raffle ticket free. Raffle tickets can be used to bid on door prizes. The grand prize is a big screen Element TV. Botox and Fillers will be available for purchase on site.

Enter the Chili Cook-off for a chance to win more prizes, including a People’s Choice grand prize. Those who wish to participate in the chili cook-off are invited to bring their chili offering

Tickets for the event are $20 (single) and $35 (couple).

For more info, call 803-635-1500.

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