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Family Traditions Series: Strong Hearts / Happy Hearts!
2023-02-16 17:00:00 2023-02-16 18:00:00 America/New_York Family Traditions Series: Strong Hearts / Happy Hearts! In honor of Valentine?s Day, join us for a fun all-things Heart program. Buford-Sugar Hill Branch -

Thursday, February 16
5:00pm - 6:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-02-16 17:00:00 2023-02-16 18:00:00 America/New_York Family Traditions Series: Strong Hearts / Happy Hearts! In honor of Valentine?s Day, join us for a fun all-things Heart program. Buford-Sugar Hill Branch -

In honor of Valentine?s Day, join us for a fun all-things Heart program.

Learn some tips and techniques for heart-healthy recipes. Children will put together cards for their families.

AGE GROUP: | Ages 6-11 | Ages 19+ |

EVENT TYPE: | Hobbies | Family |

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
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Tue, May 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Gaming | Chess Boards and Checker Crowns
Tue, May 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Come to learn how to play, learn more about, and/or come enjoy the classic board games of chess and checkers!
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, May 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Thu, May 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, May 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Join Ms. Melanie for Preschool Storytime! It features engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more. It is targeted for the developmental needs of children ages 3-5 and their caregivers.
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Thu, May 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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Language Learning | Conversations in English
Thu, May 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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Thu, May 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Thu, May 28, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
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Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a trained volunteer for 30 minutes.
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