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Coat Drive Underway through Feb. 17

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Gently-used, clean coats are being collected Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at through Feb. 17.

Bring in your donations and receive a free gift. All donations will benefit the Dream Catcher Youth Shelter.

For more information, call 510-521-5437 or visit here.

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