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Becs’ Belgium Adventures

Nov 14, 2025 | Events, Upcoming Events

Becs’ Belgium Adventures

Thursday 27th November 5:30pm – Mercury Twin Cinemas
Tickets $5  (Museum Fundraiser)

 

Join Becs from the Mercury Bay Museum and hear all about her recent Belgium adventures to the IKUWA8 Conference, Museums & a WW1 Battlefield Tour.
Her trip wouldn’t have been possible without the amazing support of our community, so she wants to tell you all about it!

 

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