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Libby Login Needed In-Library Use Only Access the library’s digital collection of eBooks, downloadable audiobooks, and magazines through OverDrive or Libby. |
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bibliotheca cloudLibrary Login Needed In-Library Use Only The Cloud Library allows you to borrow and read eBooks and eAudiobooks for free! |
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Fold3; Military History & Genealogy Archives Login Needed In-Library Use Only Fold3 offers the web’s premier collection of original military records, gathering the best U.S. military records, photos and stories from the Revolutionary War to more recent conflicts. |
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HeritageQuest Login Needed In-Library Use Only HeritageQuest genealogy resource |
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Learning Express Login Needed In-Library Use Only LearningExpress provides you with easy-to-use access to relevant interactive tutorials, e-books and test preparation to help improve academic skills in reading, writing, math, social studies and science. Included are career-related information and test preparation for college admissions, professional career licensing and certification, high school equivalency and citizenship, and much more. |
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Teen Dungeons and Dragons
05/23/2026 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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| Room: Multipurpose Room Explore the Humblewood!
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Coffee of the Month (Honduras)
05/26/2026 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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| Take & Make: Coffee of the Month – Honduras☕
Honduran coffee is known for its warmth and sweetness. enjoy the tasting notes of creamy cashews, butter, brown sugar, and cocoa.
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Spice of the Month "Arrowroot Powder"
06/01/2026 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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| Arrowroot powder (or starch) is a natural, gluten-free, and vegan starch extracted from the roots of the tropical Maranta arundinacea plant. It is primarily used as a cornstarch substitute to thicken sauces, gravies, and pie fillings, but it is also a popular ingredient in DIY cosmetics.
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How to Grow Plants with Joyce Jordan
06/02/2026 6:00 - 7:00 PM
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| Room: Meeting Room In this class, participants will learn the basics of successfully growing plants. of planting, tips to help maintain successful plant growth, and disease and pest control. Each participant will also get to take home a starter plant to begin their gardening journey.
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Diamond Painting
06/04/2026 4:00 - 5:00 PM
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| Room: Meeting Room A fun and relaxing craft where tiny, sparkling resin pieces are placed onto a sticky canvas to create colorful, mosaic-style artwork. Easy to learn and great for all ages, diamond painting is perfect for relieving stress and making beautiful designs you can display or gift. Registration is required.
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Plant Pot Painting
06/04/2026 5:00 - 6:00 PM
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| Come to the library to express yourself before you start planting!
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Dungeons and Dragons
06/06/2026 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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| Explore the world with our Westmarch D&D campaign.
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Book Discussion
06/09/2026 1:30 - 2:30 PM
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| Room: Meeting Room The book being discussed is Atmosphere: A Love Story by Taylor Jenkins Reid. It is a thrilling historical romance set in the 1980s that follows Joan Goodwin, a reserved physics professor who leaves Earth to become one of NASA's first female space shuttle astronauts.
Registration Is required
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LEGO Club
06/09/2026 5:00 - 5:30 PM
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Family Storytime
06/10/2026 10:30 - 11:00 AM
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| Join us for stories and activities designed to bring the whole family together.
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Evening Family Storytime
06/10/2026 5:15 - 5:45 PM
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| Join us for stories and activities designed to bring the whole family together.
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Terrariums
06/12/2026 4:00 - 5:00 PM
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| Room: Multipurpose Room A decorative arrangement featuring lifelike artificial plants and flowers enclosed in a clear dome. This low-maintenance display adds a touch of greenery and elegance to any space without the need for watering or sunlight. Registration is required. This program is for both teens and adults.
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Field Station Dinosaur: Paleo Picasso
06/16/2026 10:00 - 10:30 AM
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| Join us as Field Station: Dinosaurs presents Paleo Picasso! Discover the
true colors of prehistoric giants and learn the step-by-step secrets to drawing your very own dinosaur.
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Family Storytime
06/17/2026 10:30 - 11:00 AM
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| Join us for stories and activities designed to bring the whole family together.
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Evening Family Storytime
06/17/2026 5:15 - 5:45 PM
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| Join us for stories and activities designed to bring the whole family together.
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DIY Tea Lab
06/18/2026 5:00 - 6:00 PM
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| Mix, Match, and Bag! Create your own unique tea flavors with supplied fannings and leaves!
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Makerspace Open Studio "DTF Printer"
06/18/2026 5:00 - 6:00 PM
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| Create a custom made T-shirt using our DTF (Direct to Film) printer. Participants must make their own design or image and email it in advance to rinny@acpl.org. Bring your own T-shirt of any color or fabric works. Registration is required.
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Dungeons and Dragons
06/20/2026 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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| Explore the world with our Westmarch D&D campaign.
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Mad Science
06/23/2026 2:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Join Jetpack Jason and Mad Science to explore the prehistoric world! Discover the roar of the dinosaurs and dive into the mystery of their ancient habitats in this high-energy program.
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LEGO Club
06/23/2026 5:00 - 5:30 PM
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Family Storytime
06/24/2026 10:30 - 11:00 AM
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| Join us for stories and activities designed to bring the whole family together.
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Succulent Wall Art
06/24/2026 5:00 - 6:00 PM
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| Room: Multipurpose Room A stylish decorative piece featuring lifelike succulent plants arranged in a framed (5"X4") design. This eye-catching wall art brings a fresh, natural look to any space without the need for maintenance. Perfect for adding greenery to homes, offices, or small spaces.
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Evening Family Storytime
06/24/2026 5:15 - 5:45 PM
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| Join us for stories and activities designed to bring the whole family together.
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Dino Planters
06/25/2026 5:00 - 6:00 PM
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| Come to the library to make your own Dino Planter with premade 3D printed dino's and artificial fillings.
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Ceramic Pottery At Adelphi
06/26/2026 6:00 - 7:00 PM
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| Join us for a fun and creative pottery experience at Adelphi Ceramics LLC! Participants will have the opportunity to create and paint their own ceramic piece.
Location: 109 N Summit St, Arkansas City, KS
Project Options: Gnome or Dinosaur
Sign-Up Deadline: June 12 at 3:00 PM
Please note: Last chance sign-up is two weeks prior to the event. Space is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot early!
This program is for Teens & Adults
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Dungeons and Dragons
06/27/2026 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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| Explore the world with our Westmarch D&D campaign.
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Coffee of the Month "Vietnam"
06/29/2026 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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| Take & Make: Coffee of the Month – Vietnam Són La coffee is known for Robusta. enjoy the tasting notes of watermelon, maple, and white tea.
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Spice of the Month "Anise Seed"
07/01/2026 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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| Anise seed is a spice with a sweet, licorice-like flavor, used whole or ground in both sweet and savory dishes, from baked goods like biscotti and gingerbread to savory dishes like fish and sausages, and in beverages like teas and liqueurs.
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Family Storytime
07/01/2026 10:30 - 11:00 AM
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| Join us for stories and activities designed to bring the whole family together.
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Evening Family Storytime
07/01/2026 5:15 - 5:45 PM
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| Join us for stories and activities designed to bring the whole family together.
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Diamond Painting
07/02/2026 4:00 - 5:00 PM
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| Room: Meeting Room Registration is required
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Prehistoric Investigators: Paleontology Program
07/06/2026 5:00 - 5:30 PM
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| Room: Multipurpose Room Join our Prehistoric
Investigators team for
a hands-on adventure
in paleontology. Kids
will rotate through
various excavation
stations to dig for
fossils, uncover
ancient mysteries, and
master the skills
needed to study the giants of the past.
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Take & Make Pot Painting
07/07/2026 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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| Pick up a kit with all the supplies you need to paint and decorate your own plant pot at home. This fun and creative activity lets you design a unique pot for flowers, herbs, or succulents. Supplies are limited.
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LEGO Club
07/07/2026 5:00 - 5:30 PM
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Family Storytime
07/08/2026 10:30 - 11:00 AM
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| Join us for stories and activities designed to bring the whole family together.
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Lavender and Oatmeal Soap
07/09/2026 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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| Create your own lavender oatmeal soap this summer with this take & make kit for teens and young adults!
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Marty the Magician
07/14/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Marty the Magician is back for another magical summer event. This time with a dinosaur twist.
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Book Discussion
07/14/2026 1:30 - 2:30 PM
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| Room: Meeting Room The book being discussed is Beach Vibes by Susan Mallery is a heartwarming women's fiction novel that explores the conflict between family loyalty and true friendship. Centered around Beth, a divorced Malibu sandwich shop owner, and her newly found best friend Jana, the story forces readers to ask: What would you do if you caught your brother cheating on your best friend?
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Family Storytime
07/15/2026 10:30 - 11:00 AM
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| Join us for stories and activities designed to bring the whole family together.
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Makerspace Open Studio "Cricut"
07/16/2026 5:00 - 6:00 PM
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| Cricut Thank You Card Demo In this demonstration, patrons will watch how a Thank You card with an insert is made using Cricut Design Space and a Cricut cutting machine. Staff will show how to choose a design, set up the cardstock and insert paper, and send the project to the Cricut to cut. Patrons will observe how the pieces are removed from the mat and assembled into a finished card. Registration is required!
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Dungeons and Dragons
07/18/2026 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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| Explore the world with our Westmarch D&D campaign.
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LEGO Club
07/21/2026 5:00 - 5:30 PM
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Scorch Marker Garden Sign
07/21/2026 5:00 - 6:00 PM
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| Room: Multipurpose Room Create a rustic garden sign using a scorch marker that burns your design into wood. This hands-on project lets you customize a unique sign for your garden or home. A fun and creative ways to make a lasting, personalized piece. Supplies are limited.
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Family Storytime
07/22/2026 10:30 - 11:00 AM
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| Join us for stories and activities designed to bring the whole family together.
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Flower Seed Bombs
07/23/2026 5:00 - 6:00 PM
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| Prepare to get messy while making some seed "bombs" this summer to spread color wherever you go!
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Dungeons and Dragons
07/25/2026 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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| Explore the world with our Westmarch D&D campaign.
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Coffee of the Month
07/27/2026 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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| Travel the globe with every sip! Each month, our Coffee of the Month Sample Kit features carefully selected beans from different countries, letting you experience unique flavors and aromas from international coffee regions. Perfect for adventurous coffee lovers.
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Cooking Class all Ages "Sweet Bread"
07/28/2026 5:00 - 6:00 PM
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| Room: Multipurpose Room Sweet bread is soft, fluffy, and lightly sweet—perfect for all ages. In our class, we’ll mix the ingredients and add fresh blueberries and strawberries for natural bursts of flavor, then take it home to bake. Supplies are limited.
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Family Storytime
07/29/2026 10:30 - 11:00 AM
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| Join us for stories and activities designed to bring the whole family together.
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Harry Potter Party
07/31/2026 5:00 - 6:00 PM
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| Come join us for our annual Harry Potter Party! There will be trivia, activities, and snacks. Come dressed up in your wizarding best for a chance to win our best dressed award!
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Family Storytime
08/05/2026 10:30 - 11:00 AM
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| Join us for stories and activities designed to bring the whole family together.
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Family Storytime
08/12/2026 10:30 - 11:00 AM
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| Join us for stories and activities designed to bring the whole family together.
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Family Storytime
08/19/2026 10:30 - 11:00 AM
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| Join us for stories and activities designed to bring the whole family together.
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Family Storytime
08/26/2026 10:30 - 11:00 AM
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| Join us for stories and activities designed to bring the whole family together.
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Family Storytime
09/02/2026 10:30 - 11:00 AM
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| Join us for stories and activities designed to bring the whole family together.
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Family Storytime
09/09/2026 10:30 - 11:00 AM
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| Join us for stories and activities designed to bring the whole family together.
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Family Storytime
09/16/2026 10:30 - 11:00 AM
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| Join us for stories and activities designed to bring the whole family together.
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Family Storytime
09/23/2026 10:30 - 11:00 AM
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| Join us for stories and activities designed to bring the whole family together.
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Family Storytime
09/30/2026 10:30 - 11:00 AM
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| Join us for stories and activities designed to bring the whole family together.
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Family Storytime
10/07/2026 10:30 - 11:00 AM
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| Join us for stories and activities designed to bring the whole family together.
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Family Storytime
10/14/2026 10:30 - 11:00 AM
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| Join us for stories and activities designed to bring the whole family together.
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Family Storytime
10/21/2026 10:30 - 11:00 AM
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| Join us for stories and activities designed to bring the whole family together.
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Family Storytime
10/28/2026 10:30 - 11:00 AM
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| Join us for stories and activities designed to bring the whole family together.
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Family Storytime
11/04/2026 10:30 - 11:00 AM
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| Join us for stories and activities designed to bring the whole family together.
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Family Storytime
11/18/2026 10:30 - 11:00 AM
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| Join us for stories and activities designed to bring the whole family together.
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Family Storytime
11/25/2026 10:30 - 11:00 AM
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| Join us for stories and activities designed to bring the whole family together.
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