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PA Day - Remarkably Bright Octopuses

2026-11-20 13:30:00 2026-11-20 14:30:00 America/New_York PA Day - Remarkably Bright Octopuses Ages 6+. Octopuses are remarkably bright! Learn about their unique anatomy, their incredible intelligence, and how to protect their habitats. Leave with an octopus inspired art piece. Isabel Turner Branch - Maple

Friday, November 20
1:30pm - 2:30pm

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Ages 6+. Octopuses are remarkably bright! Learn about their unique anatomy, their incredible intelligence, and how to protect their habitats. Leave with an octopus inspired art piece.

This program requires free registration.

Caregivers of children under the age of 7 must remain in the program space; caregivers of children ages 7-9 must remain in the library during the program. Thank you.

Isabel Turner Branch
Phone: 613-549-8888
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