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Family Literacy Day

with Let's Talk Science

2025-01-27 18:30:00 2025-01-27 19:15:00 America/New_York Family Literacy Day All ages. Learn about the formation of acid rain through pollution, and what impacts this has on plants and ocean life. Lots of hands on activities for the whole family to enjoy. Registration req. Central Branch - Meeting Room 1

Monday, January 27
6:30pm - 7:15pm

Add to Calendar 2025-01-27 18:30:00 2025-01-27 19:15:00 America/New_York Family Literacy Day All ages. Learn about the formation of acid rain through pollution, and what impacts this has on plants and ocean life. Lots of hands on activities for the whole family to enjoy. Registration req. Central Branch - Meeting Room 1

Central Branch

Meeting Room 1

All ages. Learn about the formation of acid rain through pollution, and what impacts this has on plants and ocean life. Lots of hands on activities for the whole family to enjoy. Registration req.

Family Literacy Day is a nationwide campaign aimed at highlighting the significance of reading and participating in literacy activities as a family. This year’s theme is: Learn to Be Green, Together.

For more info: Family Literacy Day 2025: Learn to be Green, Together

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Phone: 613-549-8888
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