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Clarke High School Student Art Exhibit Opens June 9 at Newcastle Library

Justin Barber

07 Jun 2025

An art exhibit featuring work by Clarke High School students will open at the Newcastle Library on Monday, June 9, 2025, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m., according to the Clarington Library, Museums & Archives website.

The Clarington Library, Museums & Archives states the event is a drop-in gathering open to all ages. The exhibit will showcase artwork by students in grades 9 to 12.

Light refreshments will be served during the event, according to the Clarington Library, Museums & Archives. No registration is required, as stated by the organization.

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Canadian Employment Remains Steady in May 2025 as Unemployment Rate Edges Up

Oshawa Dispensary Closed After Police Seize $139,000 in Illegal Cannabis Products

Canada Reports Largest-Ever Merchandise Trade Deficit in April 2025

Clarington Fire Authorities Announce Burn Ban for Clarington