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Looking for a fun and easy way to plug into the community this week? Asheville Middle is holding a summer Homework Diner this Thursday, July 25th and is need of a handful of volunteers with set up, registering incoming students and families, and supporting throughout the event. ? . Not able to lend a hand yet interested in attending? ALL families with a student in @avlcityschools or @buncombecountyschools are welcome to attend. It is completely free and a meal is provided by @greenopportunities. ? . Learn more and lend a helping hand for a couple of hours. Link in our profile. . #liveunitedabc #homeworkdiner #communityschool #asheville #828 #828isgreat #buncombecounty

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