Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library
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Monday June 16 9:00am - 9:00pm CDT
Dr. Drab's Lab: A Color Caper
Dr. Drab has stolen all the colors! Help us rescue colors from Dr. Drab's Lab in this hands-on, immersive summer family exhibit. Every week we will try to save a different color with new activities.
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Tuesday June 17 9:00am - 9:00pm CDT
Dr. Drab's Lab: A Color Caper
Dr. Drab has stolen all the colors! Help us rescue colors from Dr. Drab's Lab in this hands-on, immersive summer family exhibit. Every week we will try to save a different color with new activities.
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Tuesday June 17 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Ebooks with Libby
Learn how to access ebooks for free on your computer or smart device. Bring your library card and your device. You should take this class if you are comfortable with digital devices, but new to Libby.
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Tuesday June 17 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Preschool Stories and More
Enjoy stories, songs and activities that encourage a love of reading and help develop early learning skills. This program is geared for 3-5 year olds.
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Tuesday June 17 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Colorful Strands
Try multiple ways to weave. The Topeka Handweavers and Spinners Guild will show us how. There will be a few options for weaving with yarn as well as a chance to try the loom.
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Tuesday June 17 1:00pm - 6:00pm CDT
TRIO Educational Opportunity Center
Discuss FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), career exploration and school selection with TRIO Educational Opportunity Center advisor Melody Lawrence.
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Tuesday June 17 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Beautiful Henna
Henna artist V Heiland brings her amazing talent to the library. Watch henna flow from her cone, giving you a temporary henna tattoo. Taste authentic Indian snacks. Design a tattoo on a paper hand.
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Tuesday June 17 5:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Teen D&D
Make a character to play as we explore and adventure! Ages 12-18 welcome, registration required.
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Wednesday June 18 8:00am - 9:30am CDT
Morning Muse Meet Ups
Join us for our monthly art meeting
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Wednesday June 18 9:00am - 9:00pm CDT
Dr. Drab's Lab: A Color Caper
Dr. Drab has stolen all the colors! Help us rescue colors from Dr. Drab's Lab in this hands-on, immersive summer family exhibit. Every week we will try to save a different color with new activities.
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Wednesday June 18 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Reggie Regg The Magic Man
Marvel at an award winning action-packed MagiComedy show! Reggie won Stage Magician of the Year in 2008 from Kansas City International Brotherhood of Magicians!
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Wednesday June 18 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Geri-Fit
Build muscle and strength to live better as you age. Designed exclusively for older adults, Geri-Fit helps rebuild strength that has been lost through the aging process.
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Wednesday June 18 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Reggie Regg The Magic Man
Marvel at an award winning action-packed MagiComedy show! Reggie won Stage Magician of the Year in 2008 from Kansas City International Brotherhood of Magicians!
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Wednesday June 18 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Teen Bingo
Stop in for a fun and social time with peers and a chance to win a prize.
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Wednesday June 18 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Reggie Regg the Magic Man
Marvel at an award winning action-packed MagiComedy show! Reggie won Stage Magician of the Year in 2008 from Kansas City International Brotherhood of Magicians!
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Wednesday June 18 7:00pm - 8:30pm CDT
TALK Book Discussion
TALK book discussions immerse readers in captivating stories and introduce new perspectives through literature. Attend in person or email talk@tscpl.org for Zoom link.
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Thursday June 19 9:00am - 9:00pm CDT
Dr. Drab's Lab: A Color Caper
Dr. Drab has stolen all the colors! Help us rescue colors from Dr. Drab's Lab in this hands-on, immersive summer family exhibit. Every week we will try to save a different color with new activities.
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Thursday June 19 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Preschool Stories and More
Enjoy stories, songs and activities that encourage a love of reading and help develop early learning skills. This program is geared for 3-5 year olds.
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Thursday June 19 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Exploding Paint Rockets
Create art with a paint rocket! Make a straw rocket and stomp a few foam rockets too.
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Thursday June 19 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Juneteenth Traditions
Color your world by remembering and celebrating the importance of freedom in America. Through stories and creative projects we will discover and enjoy some powerful traditions of Juneteenth.
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Thursday June 19 1:30pm - 3:00pm CDT
Journaling with Words and Images
Explore writing & art through journaling. Sessions offer inspiration, activities, examples from others, online resources, and prompts for future texts or art. Register for in-person or Zoom link.
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Thursday June 19 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Caregiver Support Group Meeting
Being a caregiver can be incredibly stressful. Meet and talk to others in the same situation. For more information call April Maddox at Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging (785) 235-1367.
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Thursday June 19 5:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Online to IRL
Got a whole list of ideas, crafts and games you've saved on IG & TikTok, but you've never actually done any of them? Every Thursday afternoon we'll bring them to the real world and try something new!
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Thursday June 19 7:00pm - 8:30pm CDT
English Conversation Circle
Practice English in a relaxed setting lead by a native English speaker. Practica las habilidades para hablar inglés en un ambiente informal y relajado dirigido por un hablante nativo de inglés.
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Friday June 20 9:00am - 9:00pm CDT
Dr. Drab's Lab: A Color Caper
Dr. Drab has stolen all the colors! Help us rescue colors from Dr. Drab's Lab in this hands-on, immersive summer family exhibit. Every week we will try to save a different color with new activities.
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Friday June 20 9:30am - 11:30am CDT
Family Place Learn & Play
Bring your child (birth to 5) to play with other young kids to help develop language, motor and social skills. Staff will facilitate interactions between kids and encourage learning through play.
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Friday June 20 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Lilo & Stitch
Lilo & Stitch is an animated sci-fi comedy-drama from Disney. It tells the story of Lilo, a quirky young girl living in Hawaii, who adopts an unusual pet ? a mischievous alien creature named Stitch.
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Friday June 20 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Zoomers - Gerifit June/July
After successfully completing the Gerifit Strenghtening class, the next step is the Zoomers workout. Designed exclusively for older adults, Geri-Fit helps rebuild strength.
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Friday June 20 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Encanto
The Madrigals are an extraordinary family who live hidden in the mountains of Colombia in a charmed place called the Encanto in this animated film.
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Friday June 20 1:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Community Action, Inc.
Community Action staff provide information, answer questions, make referrals, & offer personalized support to individuals seeking support & services from Community Action & other local resources.
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Friday June 20 7:00pm - 8:30pm CDT
Lego Time
We'll bring the Legos & you bring the creativity. Enjoy building with other community members! This program is designed exclusively for adults to provide a space for creativity, learning & connection.
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Saturday June 21 9:00am - 6:00pm CDT
Dr. Drab's Lab: A Color Caper
Dr. Drab has stolen all the colors! Help us rescue colors from Dr. Drab's Lab in this hands-on, immersive summer family exhibit. Every week we will try to save a different color with new activities.
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Saturday June 21 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Online Safety Tips
Learn how to navigate online safely. We will talk about basic internet safety, passwords, and common online and email scams. Take this class if you are new to computers or want to refresh your skills.
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Saturday June 21 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Preschool Storytime
Enjoy stories, songs and activities that encourage a love of reading and help develop early learning skills. This program is geared for 3-5 year olds.
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Saturday June 21 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Personalized Family Bookmarks
Celebrate heritage and family traditions by personalizing Shrinky Dink bookmarks with your favorite things about your family or culture.
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Sunday June 22 12:00pm - 9:00pm CDT
Dr. Drab's Lab: A Color Caper
Dr. Drab has stolen all the colors! Help us rescue colors from Dr. Drab's Lab in this hands-on, immersive summer family exhibit. Every week we will try to save a different color with new activities.
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Sunday June 22 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Miniature Trees: Introduction to Bonsai
Explore one of the oldest forms of "living" art! Kathy Schlesinger, Bonsai Society of Greater Kansas City, will discuss the history & design of bonsai, & techniques to keep these tiny trees healthy.
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Sunday June 22 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Reading with Prairieland Dogs
Dogs are a kid's best listener. Grab your favorite book and read to these special dogs. Reading to dogs gives kids an opportunity to practice their reading with a positive and nonjudgmental listener.
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Sunday June 22 3:00pm - 4:30pm CDT
So Many Books: Remarkably Bright Creatures
Let's discuss a novel about a widow's friendship with an octopus--and the truths she uncovers about her son's disappearance. Email somany@tscpl.org if you need a book or have questions.
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Sunday June 22 5:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Teen D&D
Make a character to play as we explore and adventure! Ages 12-18 welcome, registration required.
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Monday June 23 7:30am - 11:30am CDT
Monday Farmers Market
Shop high-quality, locally-grown produce, farm fresh eggs, baked goods, fresh cut flowers and bedding plants. What a fresh way to start your week. Look for more variety as the season progresses.
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Monday June 23 9:00am - 9:00pm CDT
Dr. Drab's Lab: A Color Caper
Dr. Drab has stolen all the colors! Help us rescue colors from Dr. Drab's Lab in this hands-on, immersive summer family exhibit. Every week we will try to save a different color with new activities.
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Monday June 23 9:30am - 11:30am CDT
Family Place Learn & Play
Bring your child (birth to 5) to play with other young kids to help develop language, motor and social skills. Staff will facilitate interactions between kids and encourage learning through play.
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Monday June 23 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Protecting Our Oceans w/ Topeka Water Department
The Water Department talk about key ways to protect our waterways & keep them clean! This will include a Gooey Garbage activity where you can add items to the landfill & learn how a landfill works.
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Monday June 23 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Salty Seas Aquarium Journey
Take a journey through the colorful creatures of our NEW salt water aquarium with Courtney Hudon. Learn facts about sea life, enjoy story time, create ocean-inspired art and do a science experiment.
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Monday June 23 3:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Teen Art Club
Create a masterpiece! Join us for a guided art activity/craft or hang out and draw whatever you'd like!
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Monday June 23 7:00pm - 8:30pm CDT
Writers Right Here
Join fellow writers as we explore writing prompts to stimulate our writing. To kick off our first session we will explore our mid-year resolutions.
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Monday June 23 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Creative Corner
Create prints using ink and a pasta maker! This is an opportunity to learn a new craft or artistic technique in a fun, relaxed environment.
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Tuesday June 24 9:00am - 9:00pm CDT
Dr. Drab's Lab: A Color Caper
Dr. Drab has stolen all the colors! Help us rescue colors from Dr. Drab's Lab in this hands-on, immersive summer family exhibit. Every week we will try to save a different color with new activities.
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Tuesday June 24 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Preschool Stories and More
Enjoy stories, songs and activities that encourage a love of reading and help develop early learning skills. This program is geared for 3-5 year olds.
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Tuesday June 24 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Solar Storms with Shawnee County Health Department
Solar storms produce an awesome display of colors at night called the Aurora Borealis or Northern Lights. Make a solar bead necklace and paint with magnets to create your own Northern Lights!
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Tuesday June 24 1:00pm - 6:00pm CDT
TRIO Educational Opportunity Center
Discuss FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), career exploration and school selection with TRIO Educational Opportunity Center advisor Melody Lawrence.
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Tuesday June 24 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Create a Hawaiian Lei
Choose your colors to design a unique lei. The lei is a colorful tradition of the Hawaiian culture.
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Tuesday June 24 5:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Teen D&D
Make a character to play as we explore and adventure! Ages 12-18 welcome, registration required.
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Tuesday June 24 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
AV Studio Basics
Learn the basics of audio and video recording in the Recording Studios of the Level 2 Tech Center. This class counts as an orientation prerequisite before booking recording studio time.
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Wednesday June 25 9:00am - 9:00pm CDT
Dr. Drab's Lab: A Color Caper
Dr. Drab has stolen all the colors! Help us rescue colors from Dr. Drab's Lab in this hands-on, immersive summer family exhibit. Every week we will try to save a different color with new activities.
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Wednesday June 25 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
What If Puppets Cirque du Wiener Dog
Come one, come all to the most WIENERFUL show on earth! A cast of daring dachshunds attempt to put on a circus variety show with amazing acrobatics, trapeze swinging and a rousing tightrope finale!
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Wednesday June 25 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Geri-Fit
Build muscle and strength to live better as you age. Designed exclusively for older adults, Geri-Fit helps rebuild strength that has been lost through the aging process.
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Wednesday June 25 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
What If Puppets Cirque du Wiener Dog
Come one, come all to the most WIENERFUL show on earth! A cast of daring dachshunds attempt to put on a circus variety show with amazing acrobatics, trapeze swinging and a rousing tightrope finale!
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Wednesday June 25 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Classics Made Modern: Narrative by Frederick Douglass
Discuss classic and award winning ebooks with other readers. Click event title for Zoom link. Contact Lissa at classicsmodern@tscpl.org for help with the Zoom link, Facebook group or questions.
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Wednesday June 25 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
What If Puppets Cirque du Wiener Dog
Come one, come all to the most WIENERFUL show on earth! A cast of daring dachshunds attempt to put on a circus variety show with amazing acrobatics, trapeze swinging and a rousing tightrope finale!
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Wednesday June 25 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Be a Good Neighbor
Ask questions, share challenges, trade tips and get resources to engage with your neighbors, address issues and improve your community.
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Thursday June 26 9:00am - 9:00pm CDT
Dr. Drab's Lab: A Color Caper
Dr. Drab has stolen all the colors! Help us rescue colors from Dr. Drab's Lab in this hands-on, immersive summer family exhibit. Every week we will try to save a different color with new activities.
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Thursday June 26 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Preschool Stories and More
Enjoy stories, songs and activities that encourage a love of reading and help develop early learning skills. This program is geared for 3-5 year olds.
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Thursday June 26 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Magnificent Minerals
Discover the colorful world underneath your feet! You will learn what minerals are, where they come from & how scientists classify them. We will also create a painting with mineral-based paints
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Thursday June 26 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Scaling Up - Fluorescence in Action
Did you know fish scales can actually light up? Discover how fish scales interact with light, and how scientists are using fish scales to make some truly brilliant innovations!
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Thursday June 26 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Chamber Music Concert: Blanche Bryden Summer Institute
Watch a live performance from the high school students who attended the Blanche Bryden Summer Institute for the Advanced Study of Chamber Music, a unique chamber music camp.
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Thursday June 26 5:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Online to IRL
Got a whole list of ideas, crafts and games you've saved on IG & TikTok, but you've never actually done any of them? Every Thursday afternoon we'll bring them to the real world and try something new!
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Thursday June 26 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Journey Through Genres
We will talk about any Inspirational fiction you've been reading. Whether you loved it or hated it, we want to hear what you think! Chat books with other readers.
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Thursday June 26 7:00pm - 8:30pm CDT
Learn About William Allen White
Thomas Lewellen will tell us about Kansan William Allen White. He was a famous Kansas newspaper editor, author, politician and leader of the Progressive Movement.
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Friday June 27 9:00am - 9:00pm CDT
Dr. Drab's Lab: A Color Caper
Dr. Drab has stolen all the colors! Help us rescue colors from Dr. Drab's Lab in this hands-on, immersive summer family exhibit. Every week we will try to save a different color with new activities.
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Friday June 27 9:30am - 11:30am CDT
Family Place Learn & Play
Bring your child (birth to 5) to play with other young kids to help develop language, motor and social skills. Staff will facilitate interactions between kids and encourage learning through play.
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Friday June 27 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Finding Dory
Finding Dory is an animated adventure-comedy and the sequel to Finding Nemo. It follows Dory, the forgetful blue tang fish, as she embarks on a journey to reunite with her long-lost parents.
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Friday June 27 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Zoomers - Gerifit June/July
After successfully completing the Gerifit Strenghtening class, the next step is the Zoomers workout. Designed exclusively for older adults, Geri-Fit helps rebuild strength.
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Friday June 27 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
4th Friday Film June/July
Let's watch a classic film together. We'll offer a variety of films so you can step back in time and appreciate fine acting, directing and stories.
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Friday June 27 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Coco
Miguel, an aspiring musician, is dealing with his family's long-standing ban on music. He enters the Land of the Dead to find his great-great-grandfather who was a legendary singer.
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Friday June 27 3:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Community Action, Inc.
Community Action staff provide information, answer questions, make referrals, & offer personalized support to individuals seeking support & services from Community Action & other local resources.