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NewWave Dragon Boat Events<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smithsonianmag.com\/arts-culture\/the-legends-behind-the-dragon-boat-festival-135634582\/\">The Legends Behind the Dragon Boat Festival | Arts &amp; Culture| Smithsonian Magazine<\/a><\/p>\n        <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<\/section>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Don\u2019t miss out on the popular and much anticipated Dragon Boat Race! A fun, team building activity for everyone and a great way to raise vital funds for your industry charity. 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