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Explore the Library | Banned Book Speed Dating
2025-10-16 17:00:00 2025-10-16 18:00:00 America/New_York Explore the Library | Banned Book Speed Dating You can't judge a book by its cover. Come and meet some challenging book titles for yourself, speed dating style. Centerville Branch -

Thursday, October 16
5:00pm - 6:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-10-16 17:00:00 2025-10-16 18:00:00 America/New_York Explore the Library | Banned Book Speed Dating You can't judge a book by its cover. Come and meet some challenging book titles for yourself, speed dating style. Centerville Branch -

You can't judge a book by its cover. Come and meet some challenging book titles for yourself, speed dating style.

Celebrate the freedom to read with a twist! Drop in to “speed date” a lineup of frequently challenged and banned books—read a page, make your pick, and maybe fall in love with your next favorite read. Come curious, leave empowered. Perfect for teens who like a little rebellion with their reading.

AGE GROUP: | Ages 19+ |

EVENT TYPE: | Explore the Library | Book Club |

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