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Seasons greetings throughout the Finger Lakes region this weekend
Thomas F. O'Mara
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There's more than a stocking full of holiday events in villages across the Finger Lakes region this weekend.
And don't forget the 2012 Winter Festival continues through Sunday in downtown Ithaca, including the Chowder Cup on Saturday.
Enjoy!
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