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Playgroups for Babies: AADL
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Every Mon.–Wed. & Fri. (different times): Playgroups for Babies: AADL.
Fifteen minutes of stories, rhymes, and songs led by AADL staffers, followed by a short open playtime. For kids up to 24 months (with caregiver). No older siblings.
Malletts Creek (Mon. 10:30 a.m.),
Traverwood (Tues. 11 a.m., except July 29),
Westgate & Pittsfield (Wed. 10:30 a.m., except July 30),
Downtown (Fri. 10:30 a.m., except July 4).
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Playgroups for Babies: AADL
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Every Mon.–Wed. & Fri. (different times): Playgroups for Babies: AADL.
Fifteen minutes of stories, rhymes, and songs led by AADL staffers, followed by a short open playtime. For kids up to 24 months (with caregiver). No older siblings.
Malletts Creek (Mon. 10:30 a.m.),
Traverwood (Tues. 11 a.m., except July 29),
Westgate & Pittsfield (Wed. 10:30 a.m., except July 30),
Downtown (Fri. 10:30 a.m., except July 4).
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Playgroups for Babies: AADL
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Every Mon.–Wed. & Fri. (different times): Playgroups for Babies: AADL.
Fifteen minutes of stories, rhymes, and songs led by AADL staffers, followed by a short open playtime. For kids up to 24 months (with caregiver). No older siblings.
Malletts Creek (Mon. 10:30 a.m.),
Traverwood (Tues. 11 a.m., except July 29),
Westgate & Pittsfield (Wed. 10:30 a.m., except July 30),
Downtown (Fri. 10:30 a.m., except July 4).
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Playgroups for Babies: AADL
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Every Mon.–Wed. & Fri. (different times): Playgroups for Babies: AADL.
Fifteen minutes of stories, rhymes, and songs led by AADL staffers, followed by a short open playtime. For kids up to 24 months (with caregiver). No older siblings.
Malletts Creek (Mon. 10:30 a.m.),
Traverwood (Tues. 11 a.m., except July 29),
Westgate & Pittsfield (Wed. 10:30 a.m., except July 30),
Downtown (Fri. 10:30 a.m., except July 4).
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Playgroups for Babies: AADL
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Every Mon.–Wed. & Fri. (different times): Playgroups for Babies: AADL.
Fifteen minutes of stories, rhymes, and songs led by AADL staffers, followed by a short open playtime. For kids up to 24 months (with caregiver). No older siblings.
Malletts Creek (Mon. 10:30 a.m.),
Traverwood (Tues. 11 a.m., except July 29),
Westgate & Pittsfield (Wed. 10:30 a.m., except July 30),
Downtown (Fri. 10:30 a.m., except July 4).
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Playgroups for Babies: AADL
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Every Mon.–Wed. & Fri. (different times): Playgroups for Babies: AADL.
Fifteen minutes of stories, rhymes, and songs led by AADL staffers, followed by a short open playtime. For kids up to 24 months (with caregiver). No older siblings.
Malletts Creek (Mon. 10:30 a.m.),
Traverwood (Tues. 11 a.m., except July 29),
Westgate & Pittsfield (Wed. 10:30 a.m., except July 30),
Downtown (Fri. 10:30 a.m., except July 4).
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Playgroups for Babies: AADL
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Every Mon.–Wed. & Fri. (different times): Playgroups for Babies: AADL.
Fifteen minutes of stories, rhymes, and songs led by AADL staffers, followed by a short open playtime. For kids up to 24 months (with caregiver). No older siblings.
Malletts Creek (Mon. 10:30 a.m.),
Traverwood (Tues. 11 a.m., except July 29),
Westgate & Pittsfield (Wed. 10:30 a.m., except July 30),
Downtown (Fri. 10:30 a.m., except July 4).
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Lane 9 Women’s Running Group
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Every Fri. All men & women invited to join this women-focused running group on a 3-mile loop run. All paces (including running/walking) welcome. 6:45 a.m., meet outside Argus Farm Stop, 1600 Packard. Free, preregistration required by emailing lane9project@gmail.com. lane9project.org.
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“Folds of Honor Firecracker 5K”: Epic Races
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5K run through downtown. Also, a 200m Kids Dash (free) open to kids age 8 & under and a 1-mile Fun Run. The 5K includes a flag-carrying division, a rucking division, (runners wear weighted backpacks), and a hot dog eating division, (runners try to eat 4 hot dogs in under 77 seconds before beginning the race). Awards. 8 a.m. (registration begins at 6:30 a.m.), Fourth Ave. & Liberty. $50 (kids age 10 & under, free) in advance at epicraces.com; $55 after June 26. (734) 585–7101.
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“Olson Park Gravel Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
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Every Fri. Slow/moderate-paced 18-mile gravel road ride with a rest stop at St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church. See aabts.org for weather cancellations or delays. 9 a.m. sharp, meet at Olson Park, 1515 Dhu Varren. Free. (412) 302-9960.
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Rise & Shine: Pittsfield Township Community Center
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Senior Activities: Pittsfield Township Community Center. 701 W. Ellsworth. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for all events at (734) 822–2120 or recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov.
Rise & Shine (Mon. & Fri. 9–10 a.m.). Morning exercise.
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Annual 4th of July Festival & Parade: Ann Arbor Jaycees
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This popular 35-year-old community celebration returns. The lineup features floats, local organizations, and live music TBA. 10 a.m., parade starts between E. William St. and North University on State, runs north on State, west on E. Liberty, south on Main, and east on E. William, before ending on Thompson between E. William and at E. Jefferson. Free. parade@a2jaycees.org, (734) 531–9626. a2jaycees.org/fourth-of-july-parade.
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Crafting Crew: Pittsfield Township Community Center
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Senior Activities: Pittsfield Township Community Center. 701 W. Ellsworth. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for all events at (734) 822–2120 or recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov.
Crafting Crew (Fri. 10–11:30 a.m.). Bring your current project, no instruction given.
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Senior Park Walks: Ann Arbor Senior Center
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Activities: Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin, a2gov.org/senior. Weekly activities. Preregistration required for some events by emailing mfulton@a2gov.org, bpatton@a2gov.org, or calling (734) 794–6250.
Senior Park Walks (Fri. 10–11 a.m.). Guided one-mile walks through Ann Arbor parks. $2; members, free. Preregistration required.
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96th Annual Ypsilanti 4th of July Parade: American Legion Post 282 & Ypsi Parade
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This annual parade features marching bands, clowns, a group of Rosie the Riveter reenactors, and representatives from various local businesses and groups. The parade begins at W. Cross and Oakwood and goes down Cross, ending at Rice St. in Depot Town. 11 a.m., W. Cross at Oakwood, Ypsilanti. Free. ypsi4thparade@gmail.com, facebook.com/ypsiparade.
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Firefighter’s Spray Park: State Street District/Ann Arbor Fire Department
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Demonstration of firefighting tools by local firefighters, with the chance to cool off by running through hose streams and to spray fire hoses yourself. 11 a.m. (or, immediately following the Jaycees Parade), Maynard at E. William. Free.
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Chime Concert: Kerrytown Market & Shops
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Every Wed., Fri., & Sat. All invited to play one of 200 songs, with melodies transcribed in numbers, on the 17-bell chime’s numbered keys. Ambitious players can add chords. Kids welcome. Noon–12:30 p.m. (Fri. & Wed.), & 10:30–11 a.m. (Sat.). Kerrytown Market. Free. ofglobal@aol.com. [2x] [2 Wed.]
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Independence Day Celebration: Cobblestone Farm Association
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All invited to bring a picnic and enjoy a 19th-century-style Independence Day celebration with period-appropriate outdoor games, a period fashion show, a reading of the Declaration of Independence, storytelling, Irish music, and demonstrations of traditional crafts. Also, tours of the restored 1844 Ticknor-Campbell farmhouse and cabin and a chance to meet some farm animals. Bring a picnic or buy lunch from food trucks. Noon–4 p.m., Cobblestone Farm Museum, 2781 Packard (next to Buhr Park). Free, but donations appreciated. cobblestonefarm.org, (734) 794–7120.
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John and Susanne Stephenson Sculpture Garden: Stephenson Ceramics
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The Sculpture Garden, Studio and Gallery welcomes visitors of all ages. Over 50 sculptures are curated into the landscape for the summer months. Explore 60 years worth of innovative and cutting edge ceramics and sculpture. Open Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays 12-4 through October 25th.
4380 Waters Road ,Ann Arbor. Free. patti.stephensonceramicstudio@gmail.com https://www.stephensonceramicstudio.com/ 7343951540.Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
Tai Chi: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
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U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program, 2401 Plymouth Rd. Weekly activities. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for some events. For Zoom links see calendar at tinyurl.com/turner-snr-calendar. (734) 998–9353, michmed.org/tswp, tswp.info@umich.edu.
Tai Chi (Mon., Wed., & Fri. noon–12:30 p.m. via Zoom).
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"Walking Off the Pounds": U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
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U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program, 2401 Plymouth Rd. Weekly activities. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for some events. For Zoom links see calendar at tinyurl.com/turner-snr-calendar. (734) 998–9353, michmed.org/tswp, tswp.info@umich.edu.
Walking Off the Pounds (Mon., Wed., & Fri. 12:30–1 p.m. via Zoom).
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Bridge: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
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U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program, 2401 Plymouth Rd. Weekly activities. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for some events. For Zoom links see calendar at tinyurl.com/turner-snr-calendar. (734) 998–9353, michmed.org/tswp, tswp.info@umich.edu.
Bridge (Tues. & Fri. 1–4 p.m.). Call if interested.
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Chinese Mah-jongg: Pittsfield Township Community Center
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Senior Activities: Pittsfield Township Community Center. 701 W. Ellsworth. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for all events at (734) 822–2120 or recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov.
Chinese Mah-jongg (Fri. 1–3 p.m.).
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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club
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Every Tues., Thurs., & Fri. All invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge (Tues. & Fri.) and a 499er game (Thurs.) for players with no more than 499 ACBL master points. 1–4 p.m. or so (arrive by 12:45 p.m.), City Club, 1830 Washtenaw. $8 per person. If you plan to come without a partner, email ronmeade@comcast.net beforehand.
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Live Music, Hot Dogs, Pies and Games!: Lake Forest Golf Club
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Join Detroit Guitarrist and multi-intrumentalist Sandy Love at Lake Forest Golf Club! We have Hot Dog Specials, Home Made Apple Pie, Lawn Games for adults and kids! And great food, drinks and beautiful sunsets always. Bring your family and friends! No Cover!
3110 West Ellsworth Road ,Ann Arbor. Free. golf@Lkforest.com www.lakeforestgc.com 7343205285.Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
First Friday Shabbat: Jewish Cultural Society
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All invited for dinner from a local restaurant, preceded by a brief secular Shabbat observance with songs, candle lighting, and challah & wine rituals. Kids welcome. 6:30–8 p.m., JCC, 2935 Birch Hollow. $10 (families, $25) for nonmembers; members, free. Preregistration required at jewishculturalsociety.org.
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Music in the Park: Dexter Area Chamber of Commerce
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Every Fri., May 23–Aug. 29. Entertainment in downtown Dexter. Food trucks. Bring lawn chairs or a blanket and relax on the grass. Tonight: Tom Petty and Stevie Nicks tribute band the Petty Thieves. 6:30–9 p.m., Monument Park gazebo, downtown Dexter. Free. (734) 325–4030, dexterchamber.org.
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“First Fridays: Open Hours for Adults”: The Creature Conservancy
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All age 18 & up invited to meet some animals it’s possible to see in your backyard, including a woodchuck, a skunk, a common snapping turtle, and an opossum. The presentation begins at 7:30 p.m., weather permitting. Also, the chance to see the conservancy’s other animals. 7–9 p.m., Creature Conservancy, 4950 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. $15 cash or credit at the door only (no longer available online). (734) 929–9324. thecreatureconservancy.org.
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Young Artist Concert Series: U-M Music School MPulse Summer Youth Program
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Young musicians perform a program TBA. 7 p.m., Britton Recital Hall, 1100 Baits. Free. (734) 764-0583.
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“West Side Story”: The Encore Musical Theatre Company
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Every Wed.–Sun., June 5–July 6 (except June 25). Michael Berry directs this local professional company in Arthur Laurents’s spirited 1957 musical adaptation of Romeo and Juliet, set in 1950s New York and featuring rival street gangs of different ethnic backgrounds: the largely nativist White Jets, and the Sharks, recent immigrants from Puerto Rico. The work explores themes of racial conflict, pursuit of the American dream, and the struggle to assimilate while maintaining cultural identity. Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim’s beloved score includes such favorites as “Maria,” “Tonight,” and “America.” 7:30 p.m. (June 5 and Fri. & Sat.), 2 p.m. (Sat. & Sun.), & 3 p.m. (Thurs. & Wed., except June 25), Encore Maas Main Stage, 7714 Ann Arbor St., Dexter. Tickets $41.50–$57.50 (youth under 13, $31.50) in advance at theencoretheatre.org (with $3.50 fee) and, if available, at the door. (734) 268–6200.
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“Bert and Trixie Visit the Vet”: Purple Rose Theatre Company
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Every Wed.–Sun., June 20–Aug. 31. Rhiannon Ragland directs the premiere of Michigan actor-playwright Matt Letscher’s comedy about 4 pets in a veterinarian’s waiting room who plan an escape when they begin to suspect one of them is in danger. Adult language and subject matter. 8 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.), 3 p.m. (Sat., Wed., & Thurs.), & 2 p.m. (Sun.). Purple Rose Theatre, 137 Park St., Chelsea. Tickets $45.15 in advance at purplerosetheatre.org and (734) 433–7673, and (if available) at the door. Discounts available.
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Riverside Swings: Riverside Arts Center
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Every Fri. Swing dancing to recorded music. No partner or experience needed. Wear comfortable low-grip/tread shoes. Preceded by hour-long lessons at 7 and 8 p.m. Followed by a “Late Night Blues & Fusion” dance. The 1st Friday of each month is free, and the 3rd Friday includes a Charleston lesson at 7 p.m. 9–11 p.m., RAC, 76 N. Huron St., Ypsilanti. $5 (students, $4). riversidearts.org/riverside-swings.
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“Drop Dead Gorgeous”: Michigan Theater
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Michigan Theater. Film screenings every day. Tickets $10.50 unless otherwise noted (children under 12, students, seniors age 65 & older, & U.S. veterans, $8.50; Marquee Arts members, $8) in advance online (recommended) & at the door. For updated schedule, see marquee-arts.org/calendar.
July 4 & 6: “Drop Dead Gorgeous” (Michael Patrick Jann, 1999). Cult black comedy about a small-town beauty pageant and the deadly lengths to which some contestants will go to win. Kirsten Dunst, Ellen Barkin, Kirstie Alley. 9:30 p.m. (Fri.) & 7 p.m. (Sun.).
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Playgroups for Babies: AADL
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Every Mon.–Wed. & Fri. (different times): Playgroups for Babies: AADL.
Fifteen minutes of stories, rhymes, and songs led by AADL staffers, followed by a short open playtime. For kids up to 24 months (with caregiver). No older siblings.
Malletts Creek (Mon. 10:30 a.m.),
Traverwood (Tues. 11 a.m., except July 29),
Westgate & Pittsfield (Wed. 10:30 a.m., except July 30),
Downtown (Fri. 10:30 a.m., except July 4).
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Playgroups for Babies: AADL
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Every Mon.–Wed. & Fri. (different times): Playgroups for Babies: AADL.
Fifteen minutes of stories, rhymes, and songs led by AADL staffers, followed by a short open playtime. For kids up to 24 months (with caregiver). No older siblings.
Malletts Creek (Mon. 10:30 a.m.),
Traverwood (Tues. 11 a.m., except July 29),
Westgate & Pittsfield (Wed. 10:30 a.m., except July 30),
Downtown (Fri. 10:30 a.m., except July 4).
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Playgroups for Babies: AADL
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Every Mon.–Wed. & Fri. (different times): Playgroups for Babies: AADL.
Fifteen minutes of stories, rhymes, and songs led by AADL staffers, followed by a short open playtime. For kids up to 24 months (with caregiver). No older siblings.
Malletts Creek (Mon. 10:30 a.m.),
Traverwood (Tues. 11 a.m., except July 29),
Westgate & Pittsfield (Wed. 10:30 a.m., except July 30),
Downtown (Fri. 10:30 a.m., except July 4).
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Playgroups for Babies: AADL
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Every Mon.–Wed. & Fri. (different times): Playgroups for Babies: AADL.
Fifteen minutes of stories, rhymes, and songs led by AADL staffers, followed by a short open playtime. For kids up to 24 months (with caregiver). No older siblings.
Malletts Creek (Mon. 10:30 a.m.),
Traverwood (Tues. 11 a.m., except July 29),
Westgate & Pittsfield (Wed. 10:30 a.m., except July 30),
Downtown (Fri. 10:30 a.m., except July 4).
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Playgroups for Babies: AADL
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Every Mon.–Wed. & Fri. (different times): Playgroups for Babies: AADL.
Fifteen minutes of stories, rhymes, and songs led by AADL staffers, followed by a short open playtime. For kids up to 24 months (with caregiver). No older siblings.
Malletts Creek (Mon. 10:30 a.m.),
Traverwood (Tues. 11 a.m., except July 29),
Westgate & Pittsfield (Wed. 10:30 a.m., except July 30),
Downtown (Fri. 10:30 a.m., except July 4).
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Playgroups for Babies: AADL
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Every Mon.–Wed. & Fri. (different times): Playgroups for Babies: AADL.
Fifteen minutes of stories, rhymes, and songs led by AADL staffers, followed by a short open playtime. For kids up to 24 months (with caregiver). No older siblings.
Malletts Creek (Mon. 10:30 a.m.),
Traverwood (Tues. 11 a.m., except July 29),
Westgate & Pittsfield (Wed. 10:30 a.m., except July 30),
Downtown (Fri. 10:30 a.m., except July 4).
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