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Story Explorer: Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins

For ages 5 - 10
2024-12-27 10:30:00 2024-12-27 11:30:00 America/New_York Story Explorer: Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins We'll share the award-winning tale by Eric Kimmel with illustrations by Trina Schart Hyman, then explore a variety of activities to extend our reading experience. Please register. Potential allergen. Lacey Branch - Lacey Meeting Room

Friday, December 27
10:30am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2024-12-27 10:30:00 2024-12-27 11:30:00 America/New_York Story Explorer: Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins We'll share the award-winning tale by Eric Kimmel with illustrations by Trina Schart Hyman, then explore a variety of activities to extend our reading experience. Please register. Potential allergen. Lacey Branch - Lacey Meeting Room

Lacey Branch

Lacey Meeting Room

We'll share the award-winning tale by Eric Kimmel with illustrations by Trina Schart Hyman, then explore a variety of activities to extend our reading experience. Please register. Potential allergen.

AGE GROUP: | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | General | DIY/Craft | Cultural Heritage & Celebrations |

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Lacey Branch
Phone: (609) 693-8566
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