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Mini Animals, Big Fun!

Mini Therapy Cow and Sheep Visit
2025-05-02 14:00:00 2025-05-02 15:00:00 America/New_York Mini Animals, Big Fun! Come meet a miniature Highland Cow and two Harlequin sheep! Lakewood Branch - Lakewood Meeting Room

Friday, May 02
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-05-02 14:00:00 2025-05-02 15:00:00 America/New_York Mini Animals, Big Fun! Come meet a miniature Highland Cow and two Harlequin sheep! Lakewood Branch - Lakewood Meeting Room

Lakewood Branch

Lakewood Meeting Room

Come meet a miniature Highland Cow and two Harlequin sheep!

Learn fascinating facts about Highland cows and Harlequin sheep—where they come from, their unique characteristics, and how they play a role as therapy animals. After the educational portion, patrons will have the opportunity to meet Toby, Laverne, and Shirley up close. They’ll get to pet the animals, observe their gentle behavior, snap some photos, and experience their calming presence firsthand.

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Health & Wellness | General |

TAGS: | AnimalOCL |

Lakewood Branch
Phone: (732) 363-1435
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