Join fellow Huskies to support the Husky Reels project

Join fellow Huskies for a Sunday afternoon happy hour at Husky hotspot The Duchess! Raise a glass in memory of Gordy Green and help raise funds to preserve Husky Reels, the nearly 8,000 UW Athletics films and videotapes that were found underneath Husky Stadium. Win game tickets and stadium tours while toasting a great cause!

When: Sunday, Nov. 8, 2015 (Seahawks bye week!)

2-4 p.m.

Where: The Duchess Tavern

2827 NE 55th St., Seattle, WA 98105

Cost: Cash bar, and gifts to support Husky Reels are encouraged!

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