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Did you know that many birds of prey (also known as raptors) can be found in our area? Join our friends from Wings and Talons as they share their owls, hawks, and falcons up close with us. You will learn fascinating facts about them and explore the various issues they face. You will come away...
Let's hang out and admire incredible animals together! Best for children ages 8-11. We'll learn, share our knowledge and excitement, plus do an experiment or craft that relates to bats. If your child is age 8 or younger, please remain near the Youth Program Room in case your child needs assistance. Caregivers of older children...
Think you have the fastest puzzling skills in town? Grab some friends and come prove it! Compete in teams of 4 over 2 hours to see who can finish their puzzle first! Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place! Note: If registering with fewer than 4 members, we may place smaller groups...
Join Ms. Joan for fun themed Bingo games and prizes.
Join us for a special Noche de la Familia as we celebrate Día de los Muertos! For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Dia de los Muertos Events.
Every Tuesday this summer—rain or shine—you can shop at the SOAR Farmers Market on the MCA Plaza. Many of our beloved vendors will be back at the colorful open-air market offering their fresh fruits and vegetables, cut and potted flowers, baked goods, cheeses, spices, and more. This year, the MCA Counter will be participating along...
Celebrate all things creepy during the month of October Drop in anytime during our open hours: Saturday 9 am - 3 pm Monday-Friday, 9 am - 1 pm & 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm Enjoy self-guided activities about spiders, snakes, bats, rats, crows, vultures, owls and more! Go on an indoor Creepy Critters Scavenger Hunt...
Show off your costume at this spooky storytime. Afterwards, trick-or-treat through the library to collect stickers to create a Halloween scene. All Ages. Sign-up begins two weeks prior to each date. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Indoor Halloween Events.
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