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Where the Wild Things Are
2022-01-26 10:30:00 2022-01-26 11:15:00 America/New_York Where the Wild Things Are VIRTUAL Online -

Wednesday, January 26
10:30am - 11:15am

Add to Calendar 2022-01-26 10:30:00 2022-01-26 11:15:00 America/New_York Where the Wild Things Are VIRTUAL Online -

VIRTUAL

Registrants will borrow a nature pack full of tools and materials for exploring the great outdoors. During the program, we will learn about everything from wildlife to survival skills.

Early Learning Programs for young children at WPL are based on literacy research and include tips and information for parents and caregivers. Your active participation in these programs will maximize the experience for you and your child.  For children ages 2 to 7 years old.

Registrants will receive an e-mail 24 hours before the start of the program with an invitation to join. 

A supply kit will be available for pick-up at the library one week before the event. 

Programmer: Jaymis

AGE GROUP: | Kid |

EVENT TYPE: | Outdoor and Risky Play |

TAGS: | Other Children's Programming | Get Outside | Explore Play Learn |

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Phone: 519-886-1310
Hours
Mon, Jan 27 9:30AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jan 28 9:30AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jan 29 9:30AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jan 30 9:30AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Jan 31 9:30AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Feb 01 9:30AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Feb 02 Closed
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