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DIY Holiday Gift Extravaganza

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2026-12-09 17:30:00 2026-12-09 19:00:00 America/New_York DIY Holiday Gift Extravaganza Make some homemade gifts for you loved ones this holiday season. We will have a craft-buffet of options for you to explore. Long Beach Island Branch - LBI Meeting Room

Wednesday, December 09
5:30pm - 7:00pm

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Long Beach Island Branch

LBI Meeting Room

Make some homemade gifts for you loved ones this holiday season. We will have a craft-buffet of options for you to explore.

AGE GROUP: | Tweens | Teens |

EVENT TYPE: | DIY/Craft |

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Long Beach Island Branch
Phone: (609) 494-2480
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We're closed Wednesday November 11 due to Veteran's Day
Mon, Nov 09 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Tue, Nov 10 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Nov 11 Closed
(Veteran's Day)
Thu, Nov 12 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Fri, Nov 13 1:00PM to 5:00PM
Sat, Nov 14 9:00AM to 5:00PM
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LBI Meeting Room
Make some homemade gifts for you loved ones this holiday season. We will have a craft-buffet of options for you to explore.
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