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Adults with Special Challenges Craft: Under Sea Coral
2025-07-07 10:30:00 2025-07-07 11:30:00 America/New_York Adults with Special Challenges Craft: Under Sea Coral Join us as we create an Under the Sea Coral craft! Jackson Branch - Jackson Quiet Study Room

Monday, July 07
10:30am - 11:30am

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Jackson Quiet Study Room

Join us as we create an Under the Sea Coral craft!

Join us in celebrating the start of summer as we create a bright, colorful, Under the Sea Coral craft. Coral is home to all kinds of sea life and we will be filling ours with fish and fun!

Please note:

  • Caregiver(s) must be present.
  • Please register each individual attending.

If you have any questions, please call: 732-928-4400, extension #3823

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | DIY/Craft | Diversability |

TAGS: | Sensory Space |

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