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Baby and Toddler Time

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Baby and Toddler Time
2024-11-19 09:30:00 2024-11-19 10:00:00 America/New_York Baby and Toddler Time You’re never too young for the library! Main Library - Children's Room, Main Lawn

Tuesday, November 19
9:30am - 10:00am

Add to Calendar 2024-11-19 09:30:00 2024-11-19 10:00:00 America/New_York Baby and Toddler Time You’re never too young for the library! Main Library - Children's Room, Main Lawn

Main Library

Children's Room, Main Lawn

You’re never too young for the library!

This program is designed specifically for children 3 and under and their caregivers. We'll sing songs, read books, and socialize. 

For children ages 3 and under with their caregivers. Registration is required for all children and adults attending this event. Weather permitting, this program will be outside until November 1. Please mail Meredith at mwfournier@minlib.net with any questions.

Registration allows us to ensure we are compliant with room capacity restrictions. Stroller parking at the Dedham Public Library is limited; parked strollers cannot block doorways or hallways. When possible, please leave strollers outside when visiting the Library.

AGE GROUP: | Baby/Toddler (Ages 0-3) |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytime | Parenting |

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The Main Library is located on Church Street in Dedham Square. In addition to traditional library material, the Main Library also houses town archives, the Dedham Collection.

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