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The Inkwell: A Graphic Novel Club
2026-12-09 15:00:00 2026-12-09 16:00:00 America/New_York The Inkwell: A Graphic Novel Club Check out a new graphic novel and enjoy a discussion, a themed activity, and an art prompt. The title can be checked out at the circulation desk. Lacey Branch - Lacey Meeting Room

Wednesday, December 09
3:00pm - 4:00pm

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Check out a new graphic novel and enjoy a discussion, a themed activity, and an art prompt. The title can be checked out at the circulation desk.

Check out this month's graphic novel the delightfully, delicious New Girl by Cassandra Calin. This month's activity will feature participants trying snacks from around the world like the characters in the book. Potential Allergens. Copies of this title can be checked out at the circulation desk starting on November 9th. 
 

AGE GROUP: | Tweens | Teens |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Discussion |

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Check out a new graphic novel and enjoy a discussion, a themed activity, and an art prompt. The title can be checked out at the circulation desk.
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