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Summer Kick-off Patio Party
2024-06-08 12:00:00 2024-06-08 14:00:00 America/New_York Summer Kick-off Patio Party Stop by the plaza and visit our activity areas for grown-ups and discover some of what you can learn at the library! Main Library - Kaufman Plaza

Saturday, June 08
12:00pm - 2:00pm

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Main Library

Kaufman Plaza

Stop by the plaza and visit our activity areas for grown-ups and discover some of what you can learn at the library!

Pet-a-Pup
Pet Partners Therapy Dogs will be here to share some fuzzy love. Grab some information on how to add a pet to your life.

Plants and Sustainability
Learn all about local plants, pollinators, and composting from local non-profit groups—Columbus GreenSpot, SWACO, Chadwick Arboretum, and Friends of the Lower Olentangy Watershed.

Staff Book Picks
Chat with library staff members about their top picks for various types of books. You can get a library card and sign up for our Summer Reading Challenge at the same time!

Ping-Pong and Popcorn
Grab a bag of popcorn or a frozen treat! Then pick up a set of paddles and play a quick game on the plaza.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Community Event |

Main Library
Phone: 614-645-2275
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