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Aurora Greenfest

June 8, 2024 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Aurora GreenFest is a free and accessible event, with something for everyone in the whole family. We’ll be here rain or shine! Parents, bring your kids!  Kids, bring your parents!

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