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5 Things You Need to Know Today

Read About A Douglaston Christmas Tree Seller, Gifts You Can Purchase for Less Than $50

There's only one week left to go until Christmas. This weekend, Douglaston Patch has a variety of holiday-themed stories for our readers.

Today, we'll post a story on that long ling of Christmas trees that you've likely seen stretched along Northern Boulevard near Zion Episcopal Church. Tomorrow, we'll put out a gift guide for those looking to spend a little less this year.

Here are 5 Things You Need to Know Today:

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1. This morning, read Keldy Ortiz's story on the man selling Christmas trees on Northern Boulevard.

2. Tomorrow afternoon, check out Ortiz's story on Christmas gifts that are less than $50 and drop by to read our week in review.

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3. Take a look at a video we posted yesterday during which contributor Patrick Conti interviewed Douglaston residents at the Long Island Rail Road station about their favorite holiday traditions. 

4. On Saturday, drop by Alley Pond Environmental Center for an astronomy event.

5. Visit Fort Totten, where the Urban Rangers will take visitors out for a birdwatching event.


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