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Nature Explorers

Nature Celebration with all our Partners!
2026-07-30 10:30:00 2026-07-30 11:30:00 America/Chicago Nature Explorers Celebrate nature’s wonders with all our partners! Kids will join fun games, crafts, and activities to reflect on their outdoor adventures and everything they’ve discovered this season Main Branch - Theater

Thursday, July 30
10:30am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2026-07-30 10:30:00 2026-07-30 11:30:00 America/Chicago Nature Explorers Celebrate nature’s wonders with all our partners! Kids will join fun games, crafts, and activities to reflect on their outdoor adventures and everything they’ve discovered this season Main Branch - Theater

Main Branch

Theater

Celebrate nature’s wonders with all our partners! Kids will join fun games, crafts, and activities to reflect on their outdoor adventures and everything they’ve discovered this season

     

AGE GROUP: | School Age 6-12 |

EVENT TYPE: | Fun & Play | Educational |

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