Living in a small town can be tough on the weekends, especially when you are in search of a fun activity to do with your friends. Do you love a little friendly competition and winning free dumplings? Freshen up on your movie characters and sports teams, because the first Saturday of every month Slader’s Alaskan Dumpling Co. will sponsor a trivia night, hosted by senior Hunter Beck.
According to Beck, the first trivia night was held last month, and there was quite a turnout. Beck said that trivia teams range from 5-6 players, and after four rounds of questions, the winning team is awarded coupons for a free dumpling meal, courtesy of Slader’s. The variety of questions ranges from movies to TV shows, sports, music and more, according to Beck.
“One of the questions we asked was, ‘Who is the wealthiest actor in the world?'” Beck said. “Jerry Seinfeld, and he is worth $820 million.”
Slader’s store manager and Harding alumnus, Payton Weeks said he is excited about providing something for students to do on slow weekends in town. Weeks said he approached Beck a few months ago, wanting to bring an event to Slader’s that was different than the usual concert. Beck suggested the idea of hosting a trivia night and rewarding the winning teams with free dumplings. Within a few months the two organized the event.
“I know when I was a student, every now and then I wouldn’t know what to do in Searcy,” Weeks said. “I am excited about this opportunity to provide that for students.”
Senior Dillon Holsonback attended the first trivia night with friends and his team placed third. Holsonback said he plans on going to other trivia nights, but he doesn’t know if he will be mentally capable of winning because of the superior intellects that attend.
Even if you aren’t the best at trivia, you could get lucky and end up on a wining team and get free dumplings. Freshen up on your facts, and attend the next Slader’s Trivia Night on the first Saturday of each month.
