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For babies ages 0 — 15 months.
Enjoy short stories and songs, then stay for play and converstion. Please Note: Class size is limited at locations where registration is required.
For children ages 16 — 35 months.
Enjoy stories, songs and rhymes. One adult per child is recommended. Please Note: Class size is limited at most locations.
For children ages 0 - 30 months.
Stories, songs and interactive activities for babies and toddlers of all ages. Registration not required.
For children ages 3 — 5. Younger siblings welcome.
A happy blend of stories, fingerplays and songs that help preschool children develop print and phonologic awareness, vocabulary, letter knowledge and narrative skills. Groups welcome. Registration not required.
¡Acompáñenos para escuchar cuentos en español! Para niños de 2 a 6 años de edad y sus familias.
For Spanish speakers ages 2 - 6. Everyone is welcome.
Please join us for stories, songs and rhymes, all in Spanish, focused on building early literacy skills.
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