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One Earth

Green Burials
2025-02-11 18:00:00 2025-02-11 19:30:00 America/New_York One Earth Explore topics related to climate, sustainability, and energy efficiency! Central Branch - Meeting Room 2

Tuesday, February 11
6:00pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-02-11 18:00:00 2025-02-11 19:30:00 America/New_York One Earth Explore topics related to climate, sustainability, and energy efficiency! Central Branch - Meeting Room 2

Central Branch

Meeting Room 2

Explore topics related to climate, sustainability, and energy efficiency!

Join Green Burial Kingston and KFPL for an informative session on how we can honor the deceased with respect and dignity through sustainable practices.

This program is in partnership with Sustainable Kingston.

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Seniors | New Adults | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Climate and Sustainability |

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Central Branch
Phone: 613-549-8888
Hours

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