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Make it Happen

Pride Makeup
2026-06-04 18:00:00 2026-06-04 19:30:00 America/New_York Make it Happen For ages 14 and up. Whether you want tips for achieving perfect full glam, or are new to makeup and hoping to experiment with your look, join Blow Pony for this makeup workshop in the Gather Space. Central Branch - Friends of the Library Gather Space

Thursday, June 04
6:00pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-06-04 18:00:00 2026-06-04 19:30:00 America/New_York Make it Happen For ages 14 and up. Whether you want tips for achieving perfect full glam, or are new to makeup and hoping to experiment with your look, join Blow Pony for this makeup workshop in the Gather Space. Central Branch - Friends of the Library Gather Space

Central Branch

Friends of the Library Gather Space

For ages 14 and up. Whether you want tips for achieving perfect full glam, or are new to makeup and hoping to experiment with your look, join Blow Pony for this makeup workshop in the Gather Space.

Make It Happen is a bi-weekly program that brings community experts into the Library to teach useful hands-on skills. No previous experience necessary. 

This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Kingston Frontenac Public Library.

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Adults |

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

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Central Branch
Phone: 613-549-8888
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