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June 14, 2026 - June 21, 2026
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June 14
Sow and Grow Festival
June 14
Immerse yourselves in the sights, sounds, and activities of a 19th-century farm.
The Plant Sale will take place each festival day from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
June 14
Crocker Park Block Party
June 14
A fun day of personal safety activities, games, exhibits, demos, and more.
June 14 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Crocker Park Block Party
June 14 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
🎉🐾 Block Party & Crocker Bark 5K 🐾🎉
Join us June 14 at Crocker Park for one of summer’s favorite community events!
June 14 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Family Funday: Superhero Sunday at Maltz Museum
June 14 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Calling all heroes! Families are invited to the Maltz Museum for a superhero-filled day of fun featuring an inflatable obstacle course, superhero photo opportunities, hands-on activities, and interactive experiences, inspired by Icons in Ink: The Jewish Comics Experience.
June 15
Summer Story Time
June 15
Make the Library a part of your bedtime routine with an evening story time.
June 15
Baby And Me Story Time
June 15
Experience a fun interactive session using songs, rhymes, puppets, and musical instruments.
June 16
June 16
Summer Story Time
June 16
Make the Library a part of your bedtime routine with an evening story time.
June 16
Jurassic Kids
June 16
Children that have completed kindergarten through third grade read, create, and explore! 6/2-7/21.
June 16
Music & Movement
June 16
Fun, interactive storytime featuring music and creative movement while introducing stories and early literacy concepts.
June 18
Growing and Grounded
June 18
Learn grounding skills through expressive arts, gain self-awareness, develop coping skills, and learn how to navigate challenges. Classes are facilitated by a licensed therapist.
June 19
Storytime with Josh
June 19
Spark a Love of Science Through Stories with Josh Avsec, Associate Director of Museum Experience.
June 19
June 20
Once Upon a Story
June 20
Join in the fun with: stories, crafts, songs, and more to celebrate the tales that bring pure joy.
June 20
June 20
Father’s Day Weekend
June 20
Parenting‑themed activities, extended hours and 50% off adult admission with child ticket purchase.
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