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Freedom to Read: An American 250 Celebration

June 30, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Event flyer with red, white, and blue background, butterflies, and the Statue of Liberty, advertising a Freedom to Read: America 250 Celebration on Tuesday, June 30th from 4–6pm at Marion Carnegie Library.

MCL is celebrating 250 years of The Declaration of Independence!

Add a leaf to the Liberty Trees to celebrate independence and the pursuit of happiness. Take a selfie with The Statue of Liberty and enjoy a cookie. Watch an 18th century spinning wheel demonstration with the Black Sheep Fiber Guild and visit with costumed volunteers with the Harrison-Bruce Historical Village.

Children’s: Themed crafts and balloon horse races

YA: Hamilton showing

Main Floor: Teas of the Boston Tea Party and community jigsaw puzzle

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