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This year Slipper Day will be held on Friday, 7 May. Photo:PINTEREST\"><p><\/p>\n<div class=\"caption\">Slipper Day is celebrated annually to raise funds for Reach for a Dream, to help make the dreams come true of children who are fighting life-threatening illnesses. This year Slipper Day will be held on Friday, 7 May. 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