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Mardi Gras Mask Making at King Branch in Chicago

February 13, 2024 - February 13, 2024 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Photo credit: iStock/Nodar Chernishev

Location

King Branch, Chicago Public Library

3436 S. King Drive

Chicago, IL 60616

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Description

Ages 5-12 can come into the library to make your own mask inspired by the Mardi Gras and Carnival traditions. Registration required.

Event cost: Free

Event time: 5:30-6:30 p.m. Feb. 13, 2024

Additional Information

Contact Phone: 312-744-1478

Website: https://chipublib.bibliocommons.com/events/65a15e37efc0293a006c5a13

Age recommendation: Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Tweens

Neighborhood: Chicago

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