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Again I will reiterate that my contact with Josh was strictly in relation to the circumvention of the free beer tasting law. As a donor to the food pantry and founder of FAB concerns were raised regarding the food pantry and their partnership with an event serving alcohol. When Josh called me the third time and said he was investigating the situation and asked how I would like to be quoted in the article I stated that I did not wish to get involved and to contact the Lic. Bureau where he would be given the same information that I was given.

As far as the ticket sales it is $20 for 21 and over free for under 21 as you should not be consuming beverages. All ages would be welcome. I am not going to get into a discussion about whether being around alcohol at a young age makes an impression on children one way or another. What I will continue to focus on is that TapIn could have a free beer tasting at any local establishment but beer tastings outside of your established business are illegal in RI. (Unless you find a loophole.)

It is my opinion that children are influenced by their parents and other adults in the community. And it is my opinion that it is not necessary to teach to responsibly consume alcohol or use substances of any kind. It is my opinion that we should be leading the way by our example and teaching our children how to socialize substance free.

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