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Preschool Explore and Play

2026-07-09 09:15:00 2026-07-09 09:45:00 America/Chicago Preschool Explore and Play Join us for time that preschoolers and caregivers can connect, play, and explore together. Registration required. Main Library - Story Room

Thursday, July 09
9:15am - 9:45am

Add to Calendar 2026-07-09 09:15:00 2026-07-09 09:45:00 America/Chicago Preschool Explore and Play Join us for time that preschoolers and caregivers can connect, play, and explore together. Registration required. Main Library - Story Room

Main Library

Story Room

Join us for time that preschoolers and caregivers can connect, play, and explore together. Registration required.

Please register each child individually

AGE GROUP: | Preschool |

EVENT TYPE: | Activity |

TAGS: | KidSpace |

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Phone: 847-742-2411
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Thu, Jul 09, 9:15am - 9:45am
Main Library - Story Room
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