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Tune of the Season: Autumn Tunes
2026-10-07 14:30:00 2026-10-07 15:30:00 America/New_York Tune of the Season: Autumn Tunes A festive musical challenge will celebrate the sounds of the season with warm and cozy autumn songs, this special edition of Name That Tune will test your knowledge. Jackson Branch - Jackson Meeting Room

Wednesday, October 07
2:30pm - 3:30pm

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Jackson Branch

Jackson Meeting Room

A festive musical challenge will celebrate the sounds of the season with warm and cozy autumn songs, this special edition of Name That Tune will test your knowledge.

A festive musical challenge celebrating the sounds of the season, this special edition of Name That Tune will put your knowledge of autumn favorites to the test. From cozy classics and harvest-inspired hits to songs that capture the crisp air and golden glow of fall, participants will race to identify familiar melodies and surprise selections alike. Tune of the Season: Halloween Edition is on 10/21/2026, please register if you enjoy this session.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

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Phone: (732) 928-4400
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