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Teens invited to Carson City Library to upcycle discarded books into gift bags

Event Date: 
December 19, 2018 - 2:30pm

The Carson City Library is hosting a workshop to upcycle discarded books into original gift bags on Wednesday, Dec. 19 for local teenagers.

All instructions and supplies will be provided; you only have to register to be a part of the workshop!

"Browse through colorful picture books for inspiration, or use text-rich books to create a work of art that doubles as a gift bag," said a spokesperson for the library.

The Carson City Library is located at 900 N. Roop Street, and you can visit them online by clicking here.

For more information on the workshop, visit their event page here.

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