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Registration opens:
August 05th, 2026

Mini Mariners

For ages 4 - 8
2026-08-19 10:30:00 2026-08-19 11:30:00 America/New_York Mini Mariners Come join us for a fun-filled boat adventure at the library! Waretown Branch -

Wednesday, August 19
10:30am - 11:30am

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Come join us for a fun-filled boat adventure at the library!

Let's dive into a great story, then set sail with remote-control boats.  Perfect for young explorers who like to read and drive boats.  

(Please register only the youth attendees; accompanying adults do not need to register.)
 

This program is sponsored by the Ocean County Library – Waretown Branch.

AGE GROUP: | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytime & Early Learning | DIY/Craft |

TAGS: | SummerReading |

Waretown Branch
Phone: (609) 693-5133
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Mon, Jul 20 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jul 21 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Wed, Jul 22 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Thu, Jul 23 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Fri, Jul 24 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jul 25 10:00AM to 2:00PM
Sun, Jul 26 Closed
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