Pratt Library Event Series

Tuesday, October 24th, 6:30pm
Baltimore, MD: Pratt Library Event Series

http://www.prattlibrary.org/booksmedia/podcasts/index.aspx?id=7274

*The event will be held at the Maryland State Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped located at 415 Park Ave, Baltimore, MD 21201.  For more info: Tracy Dimond at [email protected]

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