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THIS WEEK
City of Pickering:
ALERT TESTING
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NOV 29 – 1pm
CAROLING IN THE PARK
Hot chocolate, snacks and songs from the heart
Rouge Valley Park

POINSETTIA TEA
City of Pickering
Nov. 30, 2pm
Chestnut Hill Rec Center
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