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Wednesday Aug. 20, 2025

Noon – 3 pm

Senator Jessica Scarcella-Spanton’s Back To School Giveaway

Tappen ParkStaten Island

4 – 5 pm

Button and Jewelry Making Workshop

Ages: 13 and up
Art
Family
Free

Dongan Hills LibraryStaten Island

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