Lunch & Learn: Lafayette 200

Join us for a delightful afternoon of good food and engaging conversations about local art and history! Bring your own lunch to enjoy. First Wednesday of Every Month | 12–1 PM Celebrate the 200th anniversary of Marquis de Lafayette’s grand tour of the United States and hear from Susan Joy Minker, key member of the planning committee for Lafayette 200. Minker will speak about the planning process behind Lafayette 200 and exciting events open to the public to commemorate the…

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August 7, 2024 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

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144 W Main St
Waterbury, CT United States

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Join us for a delightful afternoon of good food and engaging conversations about local art and history!
Bring your own lunch to enjoy. First Wednesday of Every Month | 12–1 PM
Celebrate the 200th anniversary of Marquis de Lafayette’s grand tour of the United States and hear from Susan Joy Minker, key member of the planning committee for Lafayette 200. Minker will speak about the planning process behind Lafayette 200 and exciting events open to the public to commemorate the anniversary
COST
$10.00 per Adult
$5.00 per Member Adult
Register Here
Pre-registration is required due to limited spots.
Sponsored by Christine & Eugene Shugrue

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