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Saturday July 19, 2025

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11 am – 4 pm

The Wizard’s Quest

Ages: 5 and up
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The Whaling Museum & Education CenterCold Spring Harbor

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2:30 – 4 pm

Let’s Rumble! Storytime + Parent Workshop

Ages: 8 and under
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Kew & Willow BooksKew Gardens

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