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Town and Rural Fest 2026

Location: TBD

Town And Rural Festival

Sat., Nov. 7
9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Location TBD

Hear from numerous churches who were awarded PACK (Planned Act of Christian Kindness) and Keagy grants for their creative ministries. Join participants for lunch afterwards.

More information to come.

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