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Father's Day Prep
2025-06-11 18:30:00 2025-06-11 19:30:00 America/New_York Father's Day Prep We'll get ready for Father's Day by making a special gift. Comber Branch -

Wednesday, June 11
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-06-11 18:30:00 2025-06-11 19:30:00 America/New_York Father's Day Prep We'll get ready for Father's Day by making a special gift. Comber Branch -

We'll get ready for Father's Day by making a special gift.

Kids can make a craft to give to dad or any special grown-up in their life!

Ages 5 and up.

Registration is required and can be done online or at the branch. If registering more than one child, please register additional children as guest.

AGE GROUP: | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | Craft |

Comber Branch
combranch@essexcountylibrary.ca
Phone: 226-946-1529 x425
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