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So Tortoise Dug by Emmy Kastner

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Tortoise Time - RO

Grades K-3
2026-11-05 16:00:00 2026-11-05 16:45:00 America/Chicago Tortoise Time - RO Learn all about tortoises with a story, activity, and craft. Harnish Main - Harnish Main Program Room

Thursday, November 05
4:00pm - 4:45pm

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Harnish Main

Harnish Main Program Room

Learn all about tortoises with a story, activity, and craft.

Inspired by So Tortoise Dug by Emmy Kastner from the 2027 Monarch Award Nominees. Sign up for our 2027 Monarch Award Challenge on Beanstack to earn prizes like a free book!

This program has limited space, and we will likely have a waitlist. If your child is unable to attend, please let us know so we can make a child on the waitlist happy!

For everyone's health, we kindly ask that you keep sick children at home. Please call us at 847-458-6060 x135 if you need to cancel.

AAPLD embraces inclusivity in its programs and services. To request accommodations, please email [info@aapld.org] or call 847-458-6060 x135 at least 7 days in advance.

AGE GROUP: | Grade School |

EVENT TYPE: | Youth Program |

TAGS: | Readers Choice |

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