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Volunteers needed for Lighting on the Commons


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Posted Online: Oct. 10, 2012, 10:51 am
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Press release submitted by Terri Smith

Lighting on the Commons is looking for volunteers on November 17th, from 3 - 6 p.m. to assist with the following:

* Help children create holiday art in the kids craft area.

* Distribute cookies.

All items are free, therefore, no voluteer will need to handle money.

If you are interested in volunteering or have additional questions, please contact Katelyn Darling at katelyn.darling@radisson.com or call (309) 277-4146 at the Radisson in downtown Moline Centre.

Event Details

Saturday, November 17th, from 3:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Kick off the holiday season with this free community event! John Deere Commons in Downtown Moline Centre.

Free horse drawn carriage rides, historic trolley tours, Moline Boys Choir, holiday treats, childrens activities, and of course, the famous lighting ceremony and fireworks!

Moline Centre Main Street

619-16th St.

Moline, IL 61265

www.molinecentre.org






















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