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Barbecue kicks off Old Home Week

The annual Mayor’s Old Home Week Kickoff Barbecue is Aug. 12, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the green space in front of Founder’s Food Hall (corner of Water and Prince Street). All are welcome to this free, family-friendly event that will feature entertainment by Adam Macgregor & The Foes, barbecue favourites, summer treats and children’s activities.