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Little Explorers

Plants and Growing
2025-04-17 11:00:00 2025-04-17 12:00:00 America/Denver Little Explorers Rapid City Public Library Downtown - Community Room

Thursday, April 17
11:00am - 12:00pm

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Get your hands dirty while exploring the science of plants.

Little ones are invited to join us every Thursday as we explore different monthly themes through sensory play, STEM-focused activities, and stories! Tailored to children between the ages of 3-6.

AGE GROUP: | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Hands-On | Educational |

TAGS: | STEM | little explorers |

Rapid City Public Library Downtown
Phone: 605-394-6139
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Mon, Oct 26 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Oct 27 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Oct 28 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Oct 29 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Oct 30 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Oct 31 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Nov 01 10:00AM to 6:00PM
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Rapid City Public Library Downtown - Community Room
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Rapid City Public Library Downtown - Community Room
Join in on the fun and listen to popular stories and songs with one of our library storytellers! Designed for preschoolers, but all are welcome!
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Tue, Nov 17, 10:15am - 11:00am
Rapid City Public Library Downtown - Community Room
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Rapid City Public Library Downtown - Community Room
Join in on the fun and listen to popular stories and songs with one of our library storytellers! Designed for preschoolers, but all are welcome!
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Rapid City Public Library Downtown
4-H Youth Program Advisor Jane Amiotte shares stories that connect children to nature, followed by a craft.
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Starbucks at the Hotel Alex Johnson
Bring your current read to the Starbucks at the Alex Johnson Hotel for bookish conversation, librarian recommendations, and complimentary coffee!
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