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Play and Explore

In-Person Program
2026-07-25 10:30:00 2026-07-25 11:30:00 America/Los_Angeles Play and Explore Come join us for a morning of play, curiosity, and creativity! Help children learn gross motor skills through play and enjoy a unique family bonding experience. For ages 0 - 3 with their parent or caregiver. Carson Library -

Saturday, July 25
10:30am - 11:30am

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Come join us for a morning of play, curiosity, and creativity! Help children learn gross motor skills through play and enjoy a unique family bonding experience. For ages 0 - 3 with their parent or caregiver.

This program is part of Smart Start at the Library, LA County Library's collection of programs and services for early learners ages 0 - 5 and their caregivers.

AGE GROUP: | Toddlers | Babies |

EVENT TYPE: | Parenting & Caregiving | Music & Dance | Entertainment |

TAGS: | Smart Start |

Carson Library
Phone: 310.830.0901
Hours
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Mon, Jul 13 Closed
Tue, Jul 14 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jul 15 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jul 16 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Jul 17 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jul 18 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jul 19 Closed
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About the branch

Established in 1938 as the Keystone Branch, the library merged with the Carson Branch in 1959. The present building was opened in 1972 and serves 19.24 square miles.

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Meeting Room
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Meeting Room
Unleash your musical potential with Music Stars, a six-week group lesson series brought to you by LA County Library!
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Sat, Jul 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Come join us for a morning of play, curiosity, and creativity! Help children learn gross motor skills through play and enjoy a unique family bonding experience. For ages 0 - 3 with their parent or caregiver.
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