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Silent Reading Party
2026-10-01 17:30:00 2026-10-01 18:30:00 America/Los_Angeles Silent Reading Party Settle in for an hour of cozy reading with fellow book lovers and a hot drink. Sequim Branch Library - Sequim Community Meeting Room

Thursday, October 01
5:30pm - 6:30pm

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Sequim Branch Library

Sequim Community Meeting Room

Settle in for an hour of cozy reading with fellow book lovers and a hot drink.

Quiet reading will take place in the Sequim Community Meeting Room from 5:30-6:30pm. Feel free to stay to chat after the event.

Bring the book you are currently reading or check one out from the library beforehand.

Expect a quiet atmosphere with dimmed lights and a gently crackling virtual fireplace. Wearing comfy clothes and bringing your own lap blanket and book light is encouraged! 

Hot beverages will be provided. 

This program is generously supported in part by the Friends of Sequim Library.

AGE GROUP: | Tweens | Teens | School Age | All Ages | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Reading & Writing |

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Phone: 360-683-1161
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Mon, Aug 31 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Sep 01 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Sep 02 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Sep 03 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Sep 04 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Sep 05 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Sep 06 Closed
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The newly constructed Sequim Branch Library features an expanded collection, meeting and study rooms, a children’s area, and an outdoor stage.

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