By Matthew Abrey
They香蕉视频直播檙e usually trotting around the world, putting on shows for sold-out arenas, but this weekend, members of the Harlem Globetrotters will be in Kelowna for World Vision Canada香蕉视频直播檚 6K for Water fundraiser walk at Tugboat Bay.
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The walk aims to raise funds and awareness for the organization and its projects to provide children and families around the world with clean drinking water. In 2018, funds raised will specifically be helping water projects in the country of Mali, Africa.
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The day will be packed with activities for the whole family including a performance from the Globetrotters, food trucks and a visit from Mayor Basran. The first 200 participants who sponsor a child will get the chance to personally meet the Harlem Globetrotters.
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The walk begins at 10 a.m. Saturday morning. For more information, visit .
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