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Luncheon Registration
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Location:
Muhammad Ali Center
144 N Sixth St.
Louisville, KY 40202
Phone: (502) 584-9254
www.alicenter.org
Time: Noon-1 p.m.
Cancellation Policy: All cancellations must be made 48 hours prior to luncheon to receive a refund.