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CBPL Events, Feb. 18
CBPL Events, Feb. 18
CBPL Events, Feb. 18

Published on: 02/18/2025

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Coos Bay Public Library, 525 Anderson Ave., Coos Bay - Baby Storytime, Tuesday, February 18 in the Myrtlewood Room, 10:00am – 10:30am.  Meet other parents or caregivers and learn songs, rhymes, and early literacy tips. Geared towards kids 0-14 months and an adult parent or caregiver.  Preschool STEAM Storytime, Tuesday, February 18 in the Myrtlewood Room, 11:00am – 11:30am, Ages 4-6 with a parent or caregiver.  Stories, rhymes, and activities with a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) focus for older preschoolers, ages 4-6 with a parent or caregiver. 

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