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Horror Hangout

Book Show and Tell
2026-10-14 17:30:00 2026-10-14 18:30:00 America/New_York Horror Hangout Are you a horror fan? Do you have a favorite book that has been dying to be shared? Leonardtown Library - Meeting Room 2

Wednesday, October 14
5:30pm - 6:30pm

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Leonardtown Library

Meeting Room 2

Are you a horror fan? Do you have a favorite book that has been dying to be shared?

It's that time of year, and we want to skulk into the scary season with some new reads!

We'll have spooky snacks and bone-chilling beverages to enjoy while we share our favorite stories so that we can celebrate fall in style.

This event is for teens ages 13-18. Please bring materials that you would recommend to other teenagers!

Register to reserve your spot--please use the Add More People button when registering to register every person who will be attending the event.

AGE GROUP: | Teen |

EVENT TYPE: | Books & Reading |

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