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2023 AARP Community Challenge Grantee
Project Category
Public places
└ Public space activation
└ Public space activation
This grant will facilitate the transformation of a small, underutilized room into a welcoming and functional seating area in the library. This space will be reimagined to serve a diverse age group, fostering inclusivity and engagement among library visitors to relax, craft, and socialize.
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