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You don't have to leave your neighborhood to explore nature! Join a Refuge Ranger at your local library to discover what is in bloom. We will search for flowers outside and dissect one to learn more! Activities will be both indoor and outside and are geared toward elementary-aged students, but all are welcome! We will finish the program with a take-home project. Children must be accompanied by an adult.Questions? Contact MinnesotaValley@fws.gov or call (952) 854-5900 (press 1 to reach Visitor Services).Date and Time: Saturday, July 12, 2025 from 2pm-3pmLocation: Meet us at Penn Lake Library.8800 Penn Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55431Registration Information: There is no registration for this event.Activity Level: This program will have both indoor and outdoor activites. Activities will be easy-active and self-paced.What to Bring: Clothing and shoes you can comfortably move around in is recommended. This program has indoor and outdoor portions, please bring outerwear appropriate for the summer weather, sunscreen, and a water bottle. Event is rain or shine.Accessibility: Accessibility at Penn Lake Library.Restrooms and water fountains available inside of the library. Handicap parking available. Paved flat sidewalk, a 0.1 mile walk from parking lot to the library entrance. Paths are maintained year-round and are usually suitable for strollers and wheelchairs. Multiple rest areas located inside and outside.The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is committed to providing access to these events for all participants. Please direct all requests for sign language interpreting services, close captioning, or other accommodation needs at least ten business days before the event to Oscar Hernandez atoscar_hernandez@fws.gov.
