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New Events

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3D Printing Show & Tell

Nov 10th | 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Curious about 3D printing? So are we, come explore with us!
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Teen Foodies

Nov 10th | 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Love to craft, love to eat? It might sound like a funny combination, but it’s really not.
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Calabazas Adult Activities: Science & Tech

Nov 10th | 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Join us on the second Tuesday of every month for an exciting, hands-on exploration of science and technology.
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3D Printer Escape Room: Woodland

Nov 10th | 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Can you crack the codes and escape in time?

New Titles

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New Blogs & Lists

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TIROC: Nature as Healer

Next in the series of Trauma-Informed, Resilience-Oriented Care (TIROC) blogs: nature as a healer for weary minds and bodies.

Youth Herald: The Annual Youth Priorities Survey Is Out!

By participating, you will help foster a sense of civic engagement and empowerment among our youth residents.

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