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September 8, 2008

Home and Garden briefs: Sept. 8, 2008

Garden Club to host annual luncheon

HAGUE -- The Carillon Garden Club will hold its annual Card and Game Luncheon Sept. 18 at the Hague Community Center in Hague. A mini bazaar will open at 11 a.m., followed by a chicken salad luncheon catered by Eddie's Restaurant and then by tables of cards and games. Many door prizes will be awarded following the lunch. The cost is $20 per ticket.

One may sign up alone or with a table by calling Lena Iuliano at 743-8647. The event is open to all.

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