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Serving approximately 300 people, guests enjoyed a meal prepared by volunteers and staff &#8211; all food served in the community kitchen is donated by the community and by local businesses or individuals.<\/p>\n<p>On Thursday April 5<sup>th<\/sup>, The Stan Hagen Centre for Families hosted a Children\u2019s Easter Party. \u00a0With over 20 children in attendance for a fun day, they enjoyed an afternoon filled with Easter festivities such as crafts, colouring and jewellery making. HOP the popular movie played in the background and even Sally Ann joined the fun! All attending children left with a basket filled with educational toys and treats donated by Discovery Toys.<\/p>\n<p>Thank you to our volunteers and donors, these special meals and afternoon events wouldn\u2019t be possible without your help and support!<\/p>\n<p>Happy Easter!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This past weekend saw The Salvation Army in Victoria celebrate Easter with the community on multiple occasions. 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