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Weird Things People Used to Believe (and Maybe Still Do)

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Agatha Kenar JD
Average rating:
4.7
Number of reviews:
(301)
Why are we afraid of black cats and why is it good luck to get pooped on by a bird?

$18

per class
Meets once
Completed by 73 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
3-12 learners per class
This class is no longer offered
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