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Sensory Seekers Storytime

Recommended for ages 3-9 with a caregiver

Sensory Storytime is a welcoming and interactive storytime designed for young children with autism and/or sensory challenges.

Required registration is limited to EGVPL cardholders and begins Friday, February 23, 2024 at 9:00 am. If space is available non-cardholders may register 3 days prior to the start of the event.

AGE GROUP: | Early Childhood |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytime |

Elk Grove Village Public Library
Phone: 847-439-0447
Hours
Mon, Mar 24 9:00AM to 10:00PM
Tue, Mar 25 9:00AM to 10:00PM
Wed, Mar 26 9:00AM to 10:00PM
Thu, Mar 27 9:00AM to 10:00PM
Fri, Mar 28 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Sat, Mar 29 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Mar 30 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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