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Tween Tuesday: Cards of Gratitude
2026-11-10 15:30:00 2026-11-10 17:00:00 America/New_York Tween Tuesday: Cards of Gratitude Tweens will get creative while making handmade cards filled with encouraging and thankful messages to share with others in the community. Fortson Public Library -

Tuesday, November 10
3:30pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-11-10 15:30:00 2026-11-10 17:00:00 America/New_York Tween Tuesday: Cards of Gratitude Tweens will get creative while making handmade cards filled with encouraging and thankful messages to share with others in the community. Fortson Public Library -

Tweens will get creative while making handmade cards filled with encouraging and thankful messages to share with others in the community.

Celebrate kindness and creativity at Tween Tuesday: Cards of Gratitude! Tweens will design handmade cards featuring positive, encouraging, and thankful messages. Participants can use colorful paper, markers, stickers, stamps, and other craft supplies to personalize their creations.

Along the way, tweens will explore how a few thoughtful words can brighten someone's day. Completed cards can be shared with community members, local organizations, library staff, family members, or others who deserve a little extra appreciation.

AGE GROUP: | Tweens |

EVENT TYPE: | Yarn & Crafts | Social | Community | Arts & Cultural |

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Fortson Public Library
tangela.osborne@henrylibraries.org
Phone: 678-432-5353, ext. 5
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Tangela Osborne
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