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The Wonderful World of Shapes

Building with Squares
2026-01-15 10:00:00 2026-01-15 10:30:00 America/Chicago The Wonderful World of Shapes From windows to houses, discover the magic of squares and rectangles with stories, songs, and a shape-building craft. Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C

Thursday, January 15
10:00am - 10:30am

Add to Calendar 2026-01-15 10:00:00 2026-01-15 10:30:00 America/Chicago The Wonderful World of Shapes From windows to houses, discover the magic of squares and rectangles with stories, songs, and a shape-building craft. Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C

From windows to houses, discover the magic of squares and rectangles with stories, songs, and a shape-building craft.

AGE GROUP: | 5 years old | 4 years old | 3 years old | 18-36 months |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytime |

Matteson Area Public Library District
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Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
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Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
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