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NAAB's 20 Something Social Series

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2024-09-21 15:00:00 2024-09-21 16:00:00 America/New_York NAAB's 20 Something Social Series Are you new to Kingston, or looking to meet new friends? Come to the library to meet other bookworms, play interactive games and leave with new connections! Central Branch - Friends of the Library Gather Space

Saturday, September 21
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-09-21 15:00:00 2024-09-21 16:00:00 America/New_York NAAB's 20 Something Social Series Are you new to Kingston, or looking to meet new friends? Come to the library to meet other bookworms, play interactive games and leave with new connections! Central Branch - Friends of the Library Gather Space

Central Branch

Friends of the Library Gather Space

Are you new to Kingston, or looking to meet new friends? Come to the library to meet other bookworms, play interactive games and leave with new connections!

Snacks will be provided.

 

For ages 18-30.

 

This program was designed by NAAB. To learn more about NAAB, and to get involved, click here.

AGE GROUP: | New Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Interests & Lifelong Learning | Arts & Entertainment |

TAGS: | NAAB |

Central Branch
Phone: 613-549-8888
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