BROOKLYN, NEW YORK — Time to stomp it out, book nerds.
The Brooklyn Public Library is hosting the first ever People's Ball — a celebration of personal, not celebrity, style — at the Central Branch on Saturday night, officials announced.
"The People's Ball: A Night of Style, Imagination, Freedom and You" is free to all those who want to show of their "beautiful, courageous, and spirited personal style," the Brooklyn Public Library organizers wrote.
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Need an outfit for #ThePeopleBall? Sign up for a #FREE style consultation at @BKLYNlibrary & find a look that suits your style goals & needs (all within your budget!). ➡️ https://t.co/bKx0D9rowc Made possible by @LIMCollege (Pictured: @kimjangles : Gregg Richards) pic.twitter.com/cRtmghV4Pa
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"Special guests punctuate the evening with public addresses on why authentic self-expression matters so deeply at a time when personal freedom is at stake," they added. "Think Revolution in Heels."
The free event at the 10 Grand Army Plaza branch will feature a cash bar, guest speakers and a catwalk-like runway open "for anyone who wants to shine on it."
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Trying to decide what to wear to The People's Ball? Want a look that’s unique, special & right for you? Sign up for a #FREE Style Consultation at @BKLYNlibrary. To sign up https://t.co/bKx0D9rowc Made possible by @LIMCollege (Pictured: @LeslieABoyce : Gregg Richards) pic.twitter.com/itIsihxMGL
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Actress Delissa Reynolds of “Luke Cage” and BuzzFeed Books founder Isaac Fitzgerald will emcee the event, the Brooklyn Paper reported.
The Central Library will close at 4 p.m. and the Youth Wing will close at 6 p.m. Saturday to prepare for the event.
The People's Ball is just around the corner! Do you know what you're wearing? Don't forget you can sign up for a #FREE 30-min Style Consultation at @BKLYNlibrary. Find a look that’s unique, special & right for you—all within your budget. Made possible by @LIMCollege. pic.twitter.com/EVred9xkpN
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The People's Ball: A Night of Style, Imagination, Freedom and You
Brooklyn Public Library
10 Grand Army Plaza
Saturday, Dec. 1, from 7 p.m. to midnight
Photo by former Patch reporter John V. Santore
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