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Fill your child’s summer schedule with dinosaurs, animals, science, and more.

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Free activities to keep your kids learning this summer? Count us in. Lexington Public Library is hosting a series of fun + engaging events this month, including three shows that will visit all six branches. Here’s what to expect:

  • Dinosaur Friends!: Freddy Fossil and his life-like puppets will help kids find answers to their dinosaur questions.
  • Hooked on Science!: Explore scientific marvels with Jason Lindsey AKA Mr. Science.
  • School of Crocs!: Learn about crocodiles in this educational program from Newport Aquarium’s Wave Foundation.

Peep the full schedule.

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