Library to host magic program
Plain City
July 17, 2019

Library to host magic program

By From JT Staff Reports

Register for the Summer Reading Program to win prizes for reading over the summer months.

These events are coming up soon at the library:

A Magical Universe – LIVE Magic Show – Monday, at 1p.m. Get ready for a high energy show, jam-packed from start to finish with powerful magic, imaginative props...

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