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NJ Snakeman

Ages 6-12
2025-03-29 11:00:00 2025-03-29 12:00:00 America/New_York NJ Snakeman NJ Snake Man presents a smorgasbord of live snakes and other reptiles. Sponsored by the Friends of the Jackson Library. Ages 6-12. Registration required. Jackson Branch - Jackson Meeting Room

Saturday, March 29
11:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-03-29 11:00:00 2025-03-29 12:00:00 America/New_York NJ Snakeman NJ Snake Man presents a smorgasbord of live snakes and other reptiles. Sponsored by the Friends of the Jackson Library. Ages 6-12. Registration required. Jackson Branch - Jackson Meeting Room

Jackson Branch

Jackson Meeting Room

NJ Snake Man presents a smorgasbord of live snakes and other reptiles. Sponsored by the Friends of the Jackson Library. Ages 6-12. Registration required.

NJ Snake Man presents a smorgasbord of live snakes and other reptiles. Join us for a fun and interactive experience you don't want to miss! Ages 6-12. Registration required.

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Jackson Branch
Phone: (732) 928-4400
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We're closed Friday July 04 due to Independence Day
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(Independence Day)
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