Kids can use their observation skills to discover the wonderful biodiversity in their own communities while meeting animals that make their home in Missouri and Illinois. This workshop is presented by the Saint Louis Zoo and is for ages 5-8.
Neigborhood Naturalist will be held at the following branches of the St. Louis County Library:
Saturday, Nov. 2 at 10:30 a.m. at the Thornhill Branch
Monday, Nov. 11 at 10 a.m. at the Meramec Valley Branch
Monday, Nov. 18 at 4:30 p.m. at the Weber Road Branch
Wednesday, Dec. 4 at 1:30 p.m. at the Natural Bridge Branch
More information: slcl.org
Registration is required. Visit your branch's web site to register online: slcl.org/branches
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