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Crafts Father's Day Free

Father’s Day Craft at Jefferson Branch

June 13 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Photo credit: iStock/Bojan Mirkovic

Location

Jefferson Branch, Detroit Public Library

12350 Outer Drive East

Detroit, MI 48224

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Description

Come out to Jefferson Branch to create a personalized gift to give to a special dad in your life on Father’s Day. RSVP required.

Event cost: Free

Event time: 1-2:30 p.m June 13, 2025

Additional Information

Website: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fathers-day-craft-tickets-1115835206139

Age recommendation: Babies, Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Preschool, Teens, Toddlers, Tweens

Neighborhood: Wayne County

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