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Books & Storytelling Crafts Free MLK Day

Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. at Austin Branch

January 16 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Photo credit: iStock/Marcio Silva

Location

Austin Branch, Chicago Public Library

5615 W. Race Ave.

Chicago, IL 60644

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Description

Ages 13-19 can learn about and honor the late civil rights leader, Martin Luther King, Jr. with activities and crafts at Austin Branch.

Event cost: Free

Event time: 4-5 p.m. Jan. 16, 2025

Additional Information

Contact Phone: 312-746-5038

Website: https://chipublib.bibliocommons.com/events/677ea3d108738767c123e458

Age recommendation: Teens

Neighborhood: Chicago

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