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Crafternoons

Crafternoons is on Monday, October 19, 2026 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Bayside Area Library, Virginia Beach, VA, 23455, US in Virginia Beach, VA. Free to attend.

When

Monday, October 19, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Where

Bayside Area Library, Virginia Beach, VA, 23455, US

Cost

Free

Bring your own supplies and work alongside other adults on personal craft projects. Share ideas, tips and inspiration in a relaxed setting.

Event details

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